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EASA Regulations for Airbus A321

279 airworthiness directives and regulations affecting Airbus A321.

EASA AD 2021-0263

Equipment / Furnishings — Aft Lavatory Quick Pin — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0263 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting certain Airbus A321 models, specifically A321-251N, A321-251NX, A321-252NX, A321-253N, A321-253NX, and A321-271NX with specified manufacturer serial numbers. The directive addresses the replacement of the quick release pin in the aft lavatory equipment due to safety concerns. It mandates modification and reidentification of affected lavatory parts to ensure continued airworthiness.

Nov 19, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A321

EASA AD 2021-0256

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2024-0027

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0256 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A319, A320, and A321 aeroplanes. It addresses potential fatigue cracking in the bottom wing skin panel 2 around the wing manhole access panels on aircraft equipped with Sharklets. The directive mandates repetitive detailed visual inspections to detect and correct any cracks to maintain structural integrity.

Nov 16, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A319Airbus A320Airbus A321

EASA AD 2021-0242

Fuselage — Door Stop Fitting Holes at Frame 66/68 — Inspection / Repair

The document titled 'Fuselage — Door Stop Fitting Holes at Frame 66/68 — Inspection / Repair' is an AIRBUS S.A.S. type designation applicable to the A318, A319, A320, and A321 aircraft models. It addresses inspection and repair requirements related to the door stop fitting holes located at fuselage frames 66 and 68. The document provides guidance to ensure structural integrity and safety of the affected aircraft components.

Nov 8, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A318Airbus A319Airbus A320Airbus A321

EASA AD 2021-0241

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2023-0205

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0241 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aeroplanes. It addresses the inspection and maintenance of the wing front spar vertical stringers to detect and prevent cracks that could compromise the structural integrity of the aircraft. This directive applies to various Airbus models except those modified with specific structural reinforcements related to sharklet installations.

Nov 8, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A318Airbus A319Airbus A320Airbus A321

EASA AD 2021-0229

Wings — Outer Flaps and Tabs — Identification/ Inspection (Improper Heat Treatment) / Replacement (Wrong Material)

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0229 is an airworthiness directive addressing Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aeroplanes. It focuses on the identification, inspection, and replacement of outer flaps and tabs that may have been improperly heat-treated or manufactured from the wrong material. The directive mandates inspections and corrective actions to ensure the structural integrity of these flap components.

Nov 5, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A318Airbus A319Airbus A320Airbus A321

EASA AD 2021-0236

Landing Gear — Landing Gear Sliding Tube — Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0236 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aeroplanes. It addresses potential structural failures in Nose Landing Gear (NLG) and Main Landing Gear (MLG) sliding tubes due to overheat damage and improper repairs. The directive mandates inspections and replacement of affected landing gear sliding tubes to ensure continued airworthiness.

Oct 29, 2021
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EASA AD 2021-0228

Wings — Centre and Outer Wing Box Lower Panels / Stiffeners — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0228 mandates repetitive inspections of the centre and outer wing box lower panels and stiffeners at the Rib 1 junction on Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aircraft. This directive addresses potential structural integrity issues caused by non-compliant taperlok fasteners in the wing-to-fuselage junction. The inspections include both internal and external special detailed inspections as specified in Airbus Service Bulletins.

Oct 12, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A318Airbus A319Airbus A320Airbus A321

EASA AD 2021-0227

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2023-0212

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0227 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aeroplanes. It addresses the detection of cracks in the double joggle areas at fuselage frames 16 and 20, which could compromise structural integrity. The directive mandates repetitive special detailed inspections and provides optional modification instructions to reinforce the affected areas.

Oct 11, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A318Airbus A319Airbus A320Airbus A321

EASA AD 2015-0036R4

Fuselage — Fuselage Skin Repairs — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2015-0036R4 is an updated regulatory requirement addressing inspection and repair of fuselage external skin repairs on Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aircraft. It mandates ultrasonic, eddy current, or visual inspections of specific fuselage skin doubler installations to detect cracks that could compromise structural integrity. The directive applies to all manufacturer serial numbers of these Airbus models and references updated Structural Repair Manuals and Airbus Alert Operators Transmission A53N007-14.

Oct 8, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A318Airbus A319Airbus A320Airbus A321

EASA AD 2016-0105R2

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2024-0128

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2016-0105R2 is an updated regulatory document addressing the Airbus A321 series, including models A321-111, A321-112, A321-131, A321-211, A321-212, A321-213, A321-231, and A321-232. It mandates inspections and potential repairs of the cabin floor beam junctions at fuselage frames 35.1 and 35.2 to detect and correct fatigue cracks that could compromise fuselage structural integrity. The directive includes instructions for repetitive detailed inspections and optional modifications to extend inspection intervals.

Oct 8, 2021
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EASA AD 2021-0183R1

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2024-0038

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0183R1 is an updated safety directive addressing inspection requirements for forward-facing galleys installed on Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aircraft. The directive mandates repetitive general visual inspections of specified galley parts to detect damage such as delamination and corrosion that could compromise trolley retention during emergency landings. It applies to all manufacturer serial numbers of the affected Airbus models and references specific Airbus Service Bulletins for inspection procedures.

Sep 20, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A318Airbus A319Airbus A320Airbus A321

EASA AD US-2021-19-10

Engine - Stage 1/2 High Pressure Turbine Disks - Removal

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airworthiness Directive 2021-19-10 addresses certain International Aero Engines, LLC PW1122G-JM, PW1124G1-JM, PW1124G-JM, PW1127G1-JM, PW1127GA-JM, PW1127G-JM, PW1129G-JM, PW1130G-JM, PW1133GA-JM, and PW1133G-JM turbofan engines. This directive follows an uncontained failure of a high-pressure turbine disk on an Airbus A321-231 powered by IAE V2533-A5 engines, prompting removal of specific first and second stage high-pressure turbine disks. The AD aims to mitigate the risk of similar failures and enhance engine safety.

Sep 13, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtInternational Aero Engines PW1100International Aero Engines PW1400Airbus A321

EASA AD 2020-0085R1

Powerplant — Aft Engine Mount Retainers — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0085R1 is a regulatory update addressing the replacement and inspection of aft engine mount retainers on Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aircraft equipped with CFM56-5A/5B engines. The directive focuses on preventing in-flight loss of aft engine mount links due to cracked or broken retainers caused by vibration and surface finish issues. It applies to specific part numbers of aft engine mount assemblies and includes instructions for inspections, replacements, and modifications.

Aug 6, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A318Airbus A319Airbus A320Airbus A321

EASA AD 2021-0111R1

Windows — Windshields — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0111R1 is a regulatory update addressing inspection requirements for windshields installed on Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aeroplanes. It mandates detailed and electrical test inspections of specific affected windshield parts to ensure structural integrity and prevent in-flight windshield failure. The directive applies to all serial numbers of the listed Airbus models and specifies affected part numbers grouped by risk level.

Aug 5, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A318Airbus A319Airbus A320Airbus A321

EASA AD 2017-0132R2

Engine — Forward Engine Mount Main Beam Snout — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2017-0132R2 is an updated regulatory requirement addressing the replacement of forward engine mount main beam snouts on Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aircraft equipped with CFM56-5A and CFM56-5B engines. The directive targets specific part numbers 642-2006-501 and 642-2006-503 of the forward engine mount main beam assemblies due to potential wear issues that could lead to engine detachment. It mandates inspections and replacement actions to ensure continued airworthiness and safety.

Aug 3, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A318Airbus A319Airbus A320Airbus A321

EASA AD 2021-0175

[Correction] Landing Gear — Main Landing Gear Sliding Tubes — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0175 is a corrective AD addressing inspection requirements for main landing gear sliding tubes on Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aircraft. It mandates repetitive general visual inspections of affected landing gear sliding tubes identified in three batches, with specific part and serial numbers, to detect cracks caused by improper magnetic particle inspections during overhaul. The AD applies to all manufacturer serial numbers of the specified Airbus models and includes instructions for corrective actions and terminating actions.

Jul 23, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A318Airbus A319Airbus A320Airbus A321

EASA AD 2021-0172

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2022-0120

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0120 addresses safety requirements for Airbus S.A.S. aircraft models A318, A319, A320, and A321. This directive supersedes previous related directives to update and consolidate airworthiness instructions for these aircraft types. It ensures continued operational safety and regulatory compliance for operators of these Airbus models.

Jul 20, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A318Airbus A319Airbus A320Airbus A321

EASA AD 2021-0167

Wings — Stringer Attachments at Rib 2 to Rib 7 — Inspection / Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0167 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aeroplanes. It mandates inspection and modification of the stringer attachments at wing ribs 2 to 7 to address potential structural integrity issues. The directive applies to various serial numbers and configurations except those already modified by specific Airbus modifications or service bulletins.

Jul 14, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A318Airbus A319Airbus A320Airbus A321

EASA AD 2021-0115R1

Fuel — Pumps — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0115R1 is a regulatory document addressing a safety issue with fuel pumps, Part Number P99C38-605, installed on Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aircraft. The directive mandates the replacement of affected fuel pumps due to a potential manufacturing defect that could lead to an ignition source in the fuel tank. This AD applies to all manufacturer serial numbers of the specified aircraft models.

Jul 5, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A318Airbus A319Airbus A320Airbus A321

EASA AD 2021-0150

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2022-0028

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0150 is an interim safety directive affecting Airbus A319, A320, and A321 neo family aircraft. It addresses potential unreliable airspeed indications during take-off caused by erroneous pitot probe data, which could lead to unstable flight paths and reduced aircraft control. The directive mandates updates to the Airplane Flight Manual and Master Minimum Equipment List to mitigate this risk.

Jun 25, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveFlight OpsSafety MgmtAirbus A319Airbus A320Airbus A321Airbus A321 neo