Fuselage — Section 19 Upper Cross Fitting Upper Beam Inner Cap Joints — Inspection
- Published
- Effective
- Deadline
- Replaces
- 2014-0213
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What to do
Operators of affected Airbus A380 aeroplanes must perform the specified High Frequency Eddy-Current inspections and rototests within the defined compliance times, which vary by manufacturer serial number and flight hours or cycles. Any damage or oversize fastener conditions found during inspections require contacting Airbus for approved corrective actions before further flight. Compliance must be achieved by the deadlines outlined in the directive, with initial inspections due no later than 24 months after 3 October 2014 for most aircraft.
Summary
EASA Airworthiness Directive 2014-0213R1 is a regulatory document addressing inspection requirements for the upper beam inner cap joints of the Section 19 upper cross fitting on Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes, excluding those with Airbus modification 77140. The directive mandates repetitive special detailed inspections to ensure structural integrity and prevent unsafe conditions related to fatigue in this critical fuselage area.
What changed
This revision excludes Airbus A380 aeroplanes that have incorporated modification 77140 from the applicability of the directive. It also updates the document to comply with the latest AD writing standards without changing the inspection requirements. The revision maintains the original inspection and corrective action mandates but clarifies applicability and editorial details.
Why it matters
This directive is crucial for maintaining the structural integrity of the Airbus A380 fuselage by enforcing timely inspections and repairs of the upper cross fitting upper beam inner cap joints. Operators and maintenance organizations must comply to prevent potential fatigue-related failures that could compromise flight safety. It also cancels certain Airworthiness Limitation Section tasks, streamlining maintenance planning.
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