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EASA Regulations for Airbus A321

257 airworthiness directives and regulations affecting Airbus A321.

EASA AD 2023-0106R1

Fuel — Fuel Pump — Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0106R1 is an updated regulatory requirement addressing inspection and replacement of specific fuel pumps on Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aircraft. It targets fuel pumps with part numbers 568-1-27202-001, 002, 005 (Pump A) and 568-1-27202-02R (Pump B) installed in various fuel tank locations. This directive aims to prevent potential in-tank ignition risks caused by pump failures and cavitation erosion.

Jul 18, 2023
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A318Airbus A319Airbus A320Airbus A321

EASA AD 2023-0108

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2024-0225

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0108 is issued for CFM International LEAP-1A engines installed on certain Airbus A319, A320, and A321 aircraft. It addresses the replacement of forward outer seals, high pressure compressor stages 6-10 compressor rotor spools, and high pressure turbine rotor stage 1 disks due to potential manufacturing defects. This directive mandates corrective actions to ensure continued airworthiness and prevent engine part failures.

May 26, 2023
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtCFM International LEAP-1ACFM International LEAP-1CAirbus A319Airbus A320Airbus A321

EASA AD 2023-0093R1

Landing Gear — Braking and Steering Control Unit — Replacement / Master Minimum Equipment List — Amendment; Electric and Electronic Common Installation — Relays — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0093R1 is an amendment addressing the replacement and inspection of Braking and Steering Control Units (BSCU) and relays on Airbus A319, A320, and A321 aeroplanes. It applies to specific models and serial numbers, focusing on BSCUs with part number E21327307 and relays installed at FIN positions 24GG and 25GG. The directive aims to ensure continued airworthiness by mitigating risks related to braking and steering control failures.

May 15, 2023
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A319Airbus A320Airbus A321

EASA AD 2021-0234R1

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

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0234R1 is a regulatory update addressing the modification of Electronic Flight Bag (EFB) Universal Serial Bus (USB) receptacles installed on various aircraft including Fokker F27 and F28 models, Airbus A318 through A340 series, ATR42 and ATR72, Boeing 737 through 777 models, Bombardier CL-600 series, and De Havilland Canada DHC-8 aircraft. The directive mandates modifications to affected USB receptacles to prevent overheating and potential smoke or fumes in the cockpit. This AD applies to specific manufacturer serial numbers as detailed in the directive's appendix.

May 11, 2023
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A318Airbus A319Airbus A320Airbus A321Airbus A330Airbus A340ATR ATR42ATR ATR72Boeing 737Boeing 757Boeing 767Boeing 777Bombardier CL-600 (Challenger)De Havilland Canada DHC-8Fokker CRR-0146Fokker CRR-0185Fokker CRR-0186Fokker CRR-0190Fokker CRR-0206Fokker CRR-0210Fokker CRR-0241Fokker CRR-0265Fokker CRR-0290Fokker CRR-0300Fokker CRR-0309MHI RJ Aviation CL-600 (Regional Jet)Fokker F27Fokker F28Boeing 747Bombardier CL-600

EASA AD CF-2023-30

Engine — High Pressure Turbine 1st / 2nd Stage Disks - Suspected Material Defect

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2023-30 addresses suspected material defects in the high pressure turbine (HPT) 1st and 2nd stage disks of Pratt & Whitney Canada PW307A and PW307D engines. This directive follows an uncontained HPT disk failure event in an Airbus A321-231 powered by a related engine model. It mandates removal and replacement of specific affected HPT disks to prevent potential engine damage and ensure continued airworthiness.

May 9, 2023
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtPratt & Whitney Canada PW307Airbus A321

EASA AD 2023-0094

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2024-0197

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0197 applies to Airbus S.A.S. aircraft models A318, A319, A320, A321, A330, and A340. This directive addresses specific airworthiness concerns for these aircraft types to ensure continued operational safety. It replaces previous directives related to these models to provide updated regulatory requirements.

May 8, 2023
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A318Airbus A319Airbus A320Airbus A321Airbus A330Airbus A340

EASA AD 2023-0074

Wings — Centre Wing Box Rear Lower Spar and Slanted Beam — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0074 is an airworthiness directive issued by EASA affecting Airbus A321-111, A321-112, A321-131, A321-211, A321-212, A321-213, A321-231, and A321-232 aeroplanes. It mandates a one-time inspection of the centre wing box rear lower spar junction area and the slanted beam connection at fuselage frame 42 to detect potential fatigue cracks. The directive aims to ensure structural integrity by addressing high fatigue stress identified during certification and stress analysis.

Apr 5, 2023
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A321Airbus A321-111Airbus A321-112Airbus A321-131Airbus A321-211Airbus A321-212Airbus A321-213Airbus A321-231Airbus A321-232

EASA AD US-2021-21-02

SUPERSEDED BY FAA AD 2024-11-01

FAA Airworthiness Directive 2021-21-02 is a final rule addressing certain Airbus SAS airplanes including models A318, A319, A320, A321, A330 series, A340 series, and A380-800 series equipped with parts manufacturer approval (PMA) nickel-cadmium (Ni-Cd) batteries. This directive targets the reduction in battery capacity caused by repetitive disconnection and reconnection of these PMA Ni-Cd batteries during airplane parking or storage.

Mar 28, 2023
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A318Airbus A319Airbus A320Airbus A321Airbus A330Airbus A340Airbus A380Airbus A380-800

EASA AD 2022-0165R1

Aircraft Flight Manual — Section Abnormal Procedures — Amendment; Ice and Rain Protection / Pneumatic — MMEL Amendment; Pneumatic — Bleed Monitoring Computer Electrical Connection — Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0165R1 is an amendment addressing the electrical grounding issue in the Over-Heat Detection System (OHDS) on Airbus A320 and A321 aircraft, specifically models A320-251N, A320-253N, A321-251N, A321-253N, A320-271N, A321-271N, and A321-272N. This directive mandates modifications to the Bleed Monitoring Computer electrical connections, updates to the Aircraft Flight Manual (AFM) abnormal procedures, and amendments to the Master Minimum Equipment List (MMEL) to ensure continued safe operation. The directive applies to aircraft not incorporating Airbus modifications 161978 or 161979 in production.

Feb 28, 2023
Airworthiness DirectiveFlight OpsMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A320Airbus A321

EASA AD 2022-0204R1

[Correction] Landing Gear — Main Landing Gear Sliding Tube — Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0204R1 is a regulatory update addressing inspection and replacement requirements for the main landing gear (MLG) sliding tubes on Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aircraft. The directive targets specific MLG sliding tubes and shock absorbers identified by part and serial numbers due to reported cracks caused by manufacturing defects and abnormal overhaul processes. It mandates detailed and special inspections as well as replacement procedures to ensure continued airworthiness and safety.

Feb 17, 2023
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A318Airbus A319Airbus A320Airbus A321

EASA AD 2023-0029

Equipment / Furnishings — Galley / Container End Stop — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0029 is issued for Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aeroplanes equipped with certain affected galleys or stowage units. The directive addresses the replacement and modification of galley/container end stops and waste compartment doors to prevent potential failures that could lead to container detachment or release of waste bins during critical flight phases. This AD applies to various galley part numbers and serial numbers identified in the Aircraft Inspection Report.

Feb 1, 2023
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A318Airbus A319Airbus A320Airbus A321

EASA AD 2023-0014

Doors — On-board Entrance Stairs / Motoreductor Units — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0014 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aeroplanes. It addresses the replacement of specific motoreductor units installed on the on-board entrance stairs to ensure continued safe operation. The directive applies to motoreductor units with part numbers 4255417, 4394656, or 4339747 installed on these aircraft models.

Jan 18, 2023
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A318Airbus A319Airbus A320Airbus A321

EASA AD 2022-0266

Electric and Electronic Common Installation — Cockpit Panel Bracket — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0266 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aeroplanes. It mandates detailed inspections of the 10VU rack side fittings on cockpit panel brackets to detect cracks that could affect primary flight and navigation displays. The directive applies to all manufacturer serial numbers except those with Airbus modification 157335 embodied in production.

Dec 22, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A318Airbus A319Airbus A320Airbus A321

EASA AD 2022-0213R1

Doors — Passenger Door / External Handle Mechanism — Cleaning / Lubrication

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0213R1 is an updated regulatory requirement addressing the cleaning and lubrication of the passenger door external handle mechanism on Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aircraft. The directive targets specific affected doors where corrosion protection compound caused sticky mechanisms, potentially impairing door operation and emergency evacuation. This AD applies to all manufacturer serial numbers of the listed Airbus models.

Nov 8, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A318Airbus A319Airbus A320Airbus A321

EASA AD 2022-0185

Fuel — Engine Low Pressure Shut Off Valve Electrical Harness Routing — Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0185 is an airworthiness directive issued by EASA affecting Airbus A319, A320, and A321 aircraft equipped with International Aero Engines PW1100 series or CFM International LEAP-1A series engines. The directive addresses the electrical harness routing of the engine low pressure shut off valve (LPSOV) to enhance protection against uncontained engine rotor failure. It applies to all manufacturer serial numbers except those with Airbus modification 167036 embodied in production.

Sep 5, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A319Airbus A320Airbus A321

EASA AD 2022-0176

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2025-0151

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0176 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A321-251NX, A321-252NX, A321-253NX, A321-271NX, and A321-272NX aeroplanes. It addresses a safety issue related to the escape slide inflation reservoir regulator valve protective cover that may cause uncommanded door 3 escape slide release during flight. The directive mandates modification of affected parts to prevent deployment of a non-inflated escape slide.

Aug 24, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A321Airbus A321-251NXAirbus A321-252NXAirbus A321-253NXAirbus A321-271NXAirbus A321-272NX

EASA AD 2022-0147

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2024-0196

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0147 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aeroplanes. It addresses potential defects in certain overheat detection system (OHDS) sensing elements manufactured before 31 January 2021, which may fail to detect thermal bleed leak events properly. The directive mandates inspection and possible replacement of these affected parts to ensure continued airworthiness.

Aug 17, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A318Airbus A319Airbus A320Airbus A321

EASA AD 2022-0032R1

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2023-0093

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0032R1 is an amendment addressing the braking and steering control units (BSCU) on Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aeroplanes. It focuses on BSCUs with Part Number E21327307, which have shown failures leading to loss of anti-skid function, alternate braking mode, and nose wheel steering. The directive updates operational procedures and maintenance requirements to mitigate these risks.

Jul 29, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A318Airbus A319Airbus A320Airbus A321

EASA AD 2022-0151

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2024-0068

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0151 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aeroplanes. It mandates inspections of the horizontal upper stiffeners of the lateral cockpit window frame at fuselage frame 4 to detect cracks that could compromise fuselage structural integrity. The directive applies to specific Airbus models and serial numbers, excluding certain configurations with specific Airbus modifications.

Jul 26, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A318Airbus A319Airbus A320Airbus A321