EASA Regulations for Airbus A321

285 airworthiness directives and regulations affecting Airbus A321.

EASA AD 2019-0094

Apr 26, 2019

Pneumatic — Bleed Monitoring Computer — Modification / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0094 is an airworthiness directive affecting Airbus A320-251N, A320-271N, A321-251N, A321-253N, A321-271N, and A321-272N aeroplanes. It addresses issues with the Bleed Monitoring Computer (BMC) software that regulate pneumatic bleed temperature on these aircraft models. The directive mandates modification or replacement of affected BMC software to ensure safe operation.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A320251N271N
  • Airbus A321251N253N271N272N

EASA AD 2019-0085

Apr 18, 2019

Oxygen – Crew and Passenger Oxygen Cylinders – Inspection /; Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0085 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting various Airbus aeroplanes including the A300, A310, A318, A319, A320, A321, A330 (except A330-223F and A330-243F), and A340 models. The directive addresses inspection and replacement requirements for specific oxygen cylinders with part numbers 89794077, 89794015, and 891511-14 due to a manufacturing defect. This AD mandates inspection of the hand valve assembly on affected oxygen cylinders to prevent oxygen leakage and potential safety hazards.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Airbus A300600600ST (Beluga)
  • Airbus A310
  • Airbus A318
  • Airbus A319
  • Airbus A320
  • Airbus A321
  • Airbus A330
  • Airbus A340

EASA AD 2019-0081

Apr 3, 2019

Fire Protection — Pipe Connections — Re-torque

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0081 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A320-251N, A320-271N, A321-251N, A321-253N, A321-271N, and A321-272N aeroplanes. The directive addresses fire protection pipe connections in the pylon area that may have been under-torqued during final assembly. It mandates re-torqueing these connections to ensure proper safety margins in case of engine fire.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A320251N271N
  • Airbus A321251N253N271N272N

EASA AD 2019-0068

Mar 27, 2019

Nacelles / Pylons — Pylon Block Seals — Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0068 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency concerning Airbus A320-251N and A321-253N aeroplanes. It addresses cracks found in pylon block seals, specifically part numbers D0003167600000 and D0003167600100, which could compromise firewall integrity between the pylon and nacelle. The directive mandates inspection and replacement of these seals to ensure continued airworthiness.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A320251N
  • Airbus A321253N

EASA AD 2019-0056

Mar 19, 2019

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks – Safe Life Airworthiness Limitation; Items – ALS Part 1 – Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0056 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aeroplanes. It addresses the Safe Life Airworthiness Limitation Items specified in the Airbus Airworthiness Limitations Section (ALS) Part 1 Revision 06 issue 2. The directive ensures that operators comply with updated maintenance and replacement requirements for life-limited components to maintain continued airworthiness.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Airbus A318
  • Airbus A319
  • Airbus A320
  • Airbus A321

EASA AD 2018-0259R1

Feb 7, 2019

Information Systems – Electronic Flight Bag Universal Serial Bus Receptacle – Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0259R1 is an updated directive addressing safety concerns related to USB receptacles installed in various aircraft including Fokker F27 and F28 models, Airbus A318 through A340 series, ATR42 and ATR72, Boeing 737 through 777, and Bombardier CL-600 and DHC-8 aircraft. The directive mandates modifications to the affected Lone Star Aviation USB receptacle part number LS03-05050-A to prevent overheating and smoke/fumes in the cockpit. It applies to aircraft with these USB receptacles installed via Fokker Services Supplemental Type Certificates, Service Bulletins, or minor modifications.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Airbus A318
  • Airbus A319
  • Airbus A320
  • Airbus A321
  • Airbus A330
  • Airbus A340
  • ATR ATR42
  • ATR ATR72
  • Boeing 737
  • Boeing 757
  • Boeing 767
  • Boeing 777
  • Bombardier CL-600 (Challenger)
  • De Havilland Canada DHC-8
  • Fokker CRR-0185
  • Fokker CRR-0186
  • Fokker CRR-0190
  • Fokker CRR-0210
  • Fokker CRR-0241
  • Fokker CRR-0265
  • Fokker CRR-0300
  • MHI RJ Aviation CL-600 (Regional Jet)
  • Fokker F27
  • Fokker F28
  • Boeing 747
  • Bombardier CL-600
  • Bombardier DHC-8

EASA AD 2019-0012

Jan 24, 2019

Wings – Flap Parts – Inspection / Replacement [Wrong Material]

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0012 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A321 aeroplanes, specifically models A321-111, A321-112, A321-131, A321-211, A321-212, A321-213, A321-231, and A321-232. The directive addresses the inspection and possible replacement of outer flap parts made from incorrect aluminum alloy material. It mandates a special detailed inspection of suspected outer flap parts to ensure structural integrity and continued airworthiness.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Airbus A321

EASA AD 2019-0010

Jan 23, 2019

SAFRAN AEROSYSTEMS - Equipment / Furnishing - Life Jacket - Removal / Repair

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0010 is an official regulatory document addressing safety concerns related to certain life jackets manufactured by Safran Aerosystems and Zodiac Aerosafety Systems. The affected life jackets, identified by specific part numbers 210225-2, 216200-0, and 216203-0 and serial numbers listed in the directive, are installed on various aircraft including ATR 42, ATR 72, Airbus A318, A319, A320, A321, A330, A340, A350, and A380 models. This directive mandates inspection and repair or replacement of these life jackets to ensure their proper function in emergency situations.

Airworthiness Directive
  • ATR 42
  • ATR 72
  • Airbus A318
  • Airbus A319
  • Airbus A320
  • Airbus A321
  • Airbus A330
  • Airbus A340
  • Airbus A350
  • Airbus A380

EASA AD 2019-0005

Jan 14, 2019

Equipment / Furnishings — Cabin Attendant Seat — Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0005 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency concerning the modification of cabin attendant seats on Airbus A320 and A321 aeroplanes. It specifically applies to certain serial numbers of the A320-214, A320-271N, A321-211, and A321-231 models. The directive addresses a safety issue related to the deformation of the seat backrest which could impede evacuation.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A320
  • Airbus A321

EASA AD 2018-0137R1

Jan 9, 2019

Nacelles / Pylons — Pylon Aft Fixed Fairings — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0137R1 is an updated regulatory requirement addressing inspection of pylon aft fixed fairings (AFF) on Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aircraft equipped with CFM pylons post-modification 33844. The directive mandates repetitive inspections to detect fatigue-induced cracks in the pylon AFF structure, particularly focusing on the upper spar at rib 15, and outlines corrective actions and optional terminating modifications. It applies to all serial numbers with the specified modification embodied in production.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A318
  • Airbus A319
  • Airbus A320
  • Airbus A321

EASA AD 2018-0288

Dec 21, 2018

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks – Airworthiness Limitations Section Part 2 – Damage Tolerant Airworthiness Limitation Items – Implementation

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0288 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aeroplanes. It mandates compliance with the Damage Tolerant Airworthiness Limitation Items specified in the Airbus Airworthiness Limitations Section Part 2 Revision 07. This directive ensures continued airworthiness by requiring operators to follow updated maintenance tasks and intervals.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Airbus A318
  • Airbus A319
  • Airbus A320
  • Airbus A321

EASA AD 2018-0233R1

Nov 28, 2018

Fuselage – Cargo Compartment Fitting Brackets, Tack and Rivet Holes – Inspection / Repair

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0233R1 is a regulatory update addressing structural integrity concerns in Airbus A319, A320, and A321 aeroplanes. It mandates inspections and modifications of cargo compartment fitting brackets, tack, and rivet holes to detect and repair fatigue damage. This directive applies to specific serial numbers and configurations of these Airbus models.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Airbus A319
  • Airbus A320
  • Airbus A321

EASA AD 2018-0256

Nov 28, 2018

Hydraulic Power — Ram Air Turbine Actuator — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0256 is an airworthiness directive addressing the replacement of Ram Air Turbine (RAT) actuators, part number 764711C, on Airbus A320-214, A320-232, A320-233, A321-211, and A321-231 aircraft with specific manufacturer serial numbers. The directive mandates replacement of affected RAT actuators due to a manufacturing defect that could prevent RAT deployment. This AD applies to certain Airbus A320 and A321 models and aims to ensure continued safe operation of these aircraft.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A320
  • Airbus A321

EASA AD 2018-0218

Oct 26, 2018

Wings – Center and Outer Wing Box at Level of Rib 1 Junction – Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0218 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aeroplanes. It mandates repetitive internal and external inspections of the center and outer wing box at the Rib 1 junction due to non-compliant taperlok fasteners that could compromise structural integrity. The directive includes detailed inspection thresholds and intervals to ensure continued airworthiness.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Airbus A318
  • Airbus A319
  • Airbus A320
  • Airbus A321

EASA AD 2018-0231

Oct 25, 2018

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks – Airworthiness Limitations Section Part 5 – Fuel Airworthiness Limitations - Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0231 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aeroplanes. It mandates compliance with updated Fuel Airworthiness Limitations as specified in the Airbus Airworthiness Limitations Section Part 5 Revision 05. This directive applies to all manufacturer serial numbers of the listed Airbus A320 family models.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Airbus A318
  • Airbus A319
  • Airbus A320
  • Airbus A321

EASA AD 2018-0189

Aug 30, 2018

Navigation — Back Up Speed Scale / Aircraft Flight Manual — Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0189 is an amendment applicable to Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aeroplanes. It addresses the reliability of airspeed information displayed on the Primary Flight Display under extreme icing conditions by mandating amendments to the Aircraft Flight Manual related to the Back-Up Speed Scale function. This directive ensures flight crews receive accurate operational procedures to manage potential erroneous airspeed indications caused by angle of attack sensor blockages.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A318
  • Airbus A319
  • Airbus A320
  • Airbus A321

EASA AD 2018-0180

Aug 27, 2018

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks – Airworthiness Limitations Section Part 3 – Certification Maintenance Requirements – Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0180 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aeroplanes. It addresses the airworthiness limitations related to the Certification Maintenance Requirements as specified in the Airbus Airworthiness Limitations Section Part 3 Revision 06. This directive ensures that operators comply with updated maintenance tasks and intervals to maintain aircraft safety.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Airbus A318
  • Airbus A319
  • Airbus A320
  • Airbus A321

EASA AD 2018-0060R1

Jul 19, 2018

Oxygen — Crew Oxygen / Oxygen Pipe Corrosion — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0060R1 is a regulatory document addressing corrosion issues in crew oxygen pipe assemblies with Part Number D3511032000640 installed on Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aircraft. The directive mandates inspection and replacement of affected oxygen pipes from specific batch numbers to ensure continued airworthiness and safety of the oxygen supply system for flight crew members. It applies to various manufacturer serial numbers including certain A320 and A321 NEO models.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A318
  • Airbus A319
  • Airbus A320
  • Airbus A321

EASA AD 2018-0135R1

Jul 6, 2018

Landing Gear – Main Landing Gear Sliding Tube – Inspection /; Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0135R1 is an updated directive addressing the inspection and replacement of Main Landing Gear (MLG) sliding tubes on Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aeroplanes. It applies to specific MLG sliding tubes identified by part and serial numbers in Safran and Airbus service bulletins. The directive mandates repetitive inspections and corrective actions to prevent potential sliding tube failure that could lead to landing gear collapse.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Airbus A318
  • Airbus A319
  • Airbus A320
  • Airbus A321