FAA Proposes New Airworthiness Directive for Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 Series Airplanes

Summary

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has proposed a new airworthiness directive (AD) for Airbus SAS Model A318, A319, A320, and A321 series airplanes, following reports of an engine fire switch self-releasing, which can cause an uncommanded in-flight engine shutdown. The proposed AD would require replacement or inspection of certain fire panels, depending on the aircraft type, and limit the installation of affected parts under specific conditions.