FDA 483 - American Airlines - April 30, 2019

An FDA inspection of American Airlines, an aircraft manufacturer in Greensboro, NC, revealed multiple deficiencies on an Airbus A321-211 aircraft. Observations included issues with cleanliness and sealing in the forward galley, lavatory, and aft galley compartments. Specific problems noted were foreign objects, dark residue, clumpy sealant, and numerous voids in sealant creating gaps and rough surfaces.