Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A320 Series Airplanes
airworthiness · Rule · Final rule. · Published 1999-10-18 · Effective 1999-11-22 · 64 FR 56158
Document
Document number
99-26864
Federal Register citation
64 FR 56158
Type
Rule
Action
Final rule.
Category
airworthiness
Manufacturer
Airbus Model A320 Series
Publication date
1999-10-18
Effective date
1999-11-22
FAA docket
Docket No. 99-NM-94-AD
Abstract
This amendment adopts a new airworthiness directive (AD), applicable to certain Airbus Model A320 series airplanes, that requires modification of the autopilot mode engagement/disengagement lever of the rudder artificial feel unit. This amendment is prompted by issuance of mandatory continuing airworthiness information by a foreign civil airworthiness authority. The actions specified by this AD are intended to prevent reduced controllability of the airplane due to the failure of the rudder artificial feel unit to properly disengage from autopilot mode during approach and landing.