EASA AD 2015-0218R1
Fuselage — Cabin / Cargo Compartment Parts — Inspection / Replacement [Wrong Material]
Summary
EASA Airworthiness Directive 2015-0218R1 is an updated safety directive addressing certain Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aeroplanes. It mandates inspection and potential replacement of specific cabin and cargo compartment parts made from incorrect aluminium alloy material. The directive aims to ensure structural integrity by identifying and correcting the use of wrong materials in these aircraft components.
What Changed
This revision of EASA AD 2015-0218 updates the applicability by removing some aeroplanes previously included. It maintains the requirement for a one-time Special Detailed Inspection of affected parts and replacement if wrong material is found, refining the scope based on further assessment since the original issue.
Why It Matters
This directive is critical for maintaining the structural safety of affected Airbus aircraft by preventing potential failures due to incorrect material use. Operators, maintenance organizations, and compliance teams must ensure inspections are performed and non-compliant parts are replaced to meet regulatory requirements and avoid operational restrictions.
What To Do
Operators must perform a Special Detailed Inspection of specified cabin and cargo compartment parts within six years after 17 November 2015, but no later than 12 years from the aircraft's manufacture date. If parts with wrong material are found, they must be replaced with approved serviceable parts following Airbus Service Bulletins A320-53-1298 and A320-53-1299 instructions.
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