FAA Requires Rivet Inspections on Select Airbus Models
Published Date: 8/18/2025
Rule
Summary
The FAA is making sure certain Airbus A319 and A320 planes stay safe by requiring a one-time detailed check of some rivet holes that might cause damage. If problems are found, fixes must be done, and future modifications need proper rivet installation. This keeps flights safe without ongoing costs but needs quick action from airlines.
Analyzed Economic Effects
3 provisions identified: 0 benefits, 2 costs, 1 mixed.
One-time rivet-hole inspection required
Operators of certain Airbus Model A319-112 and -132 and A320-214, -232, -233, -251N, and -271N airplanes must perform a one-time special detailed inspection (SDI) of specified rivet holes to check for fatigue damage.
Required corrective actions if damage found
If the one-time inspection finds damage or unplugged rivet holes, operators must perform applicable corrective actions to address fatigue damage identified during the SDI.
Modifications allowed only with rivet installation
Certain modifications are permitted after this AD only if rivets are installed after the modification; operators may install those modifications provided the rivet installation requirement is met.
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