CANCELLED: Flight Controls — Spoiler Servo Control / Hydraulic Locking Function — Operational Test
- Published
- Effective
- Deadline
- Replaces
- 2013-0251
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What to do
Affected operators and maintenance teams should discontinue the repetitive operational tests mandated by EASA AD 2013-0251 and instead follow the inspection and maintenance instructions detailed in Airbus ALS Part 3 Revision 08 for A330 and Revision 06 for A340, as well as comply with EASA ADs 2023-0199 and 2023-0200. No immediate action is required by this cancellation notice itself, effective from 1 December 2023.
Summary
EASA Airworthiness Directive Cancellation Notice 2013-0251-CN cancels the previous EASA AD 2013-0251 related to the operational test of the spoiler servo control hydraulic locking function on Airbus A330 and A340 aeroplanes. This cancellation affects all serial numbers of Airbus A330-200, A330-300, and A340 models. The cancellation reflects updated maintenance requirements now covered under Airbus Airworthiness Limitations Section revisions and newer EASA ADs.
What changed
This document officially cancels EASA AD 2013-0251 and its correction, removing the requirement for repetitive operational tests of the spoiler servo control hydraulic locking function. The maintenance and inspection tasks previously mandated by that AD are now incorporated into Airbus ALS Part 3 revisions and subsequent EASA ADs 2023-0199 and 2023-0200. No new actions or tests are required by this cancellation notice.
Why it matters
For aviation professionals, this cancellation clarifies that the operational test requirements for spoiler servo controls on Airbus A330 and A340 aircraft are now managed through updated airworthiness limitations and newer ADs. Operators and maintenance organizations can align their compliance programs accordingly, avoiding duplication of inspections and ensuring adherence to the current regulatory framework. This streamlines maintenance planning and regulatory compliance.
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