EASA AD 2018-0034-CN
CANCELLED: Time Limits / Maintenance Checks — Safe Life Airworthiness Limitations Items — ALS Part 1 — Amendment
Summary
EASA Airworthiness Directive Cancellation Notice 2018-0034-CN cancels the previous EASA AD 2018-0034 which applied to Airbus A330 and A340 aeroplanes. This cancellation affects all manufacturer serial numbers of Airbus A330 models including A330-201 through A330-343 and Airbus A340 models including A340-211 through A340-643. The cancelled AD addressed time limits and maintenance checks related to Safe Life Airworthiness Limitations Items in ALS Part 1.
What Changed
The cancellation notice removes the requirements of EASA AD 2018-0034 due to the issuance of newer ADs 2021-0246 and 2021-0247, which incorporate updated and more restrictive airworthiness limitations for Airbus A330 and A340 aircraft at ALS Part 1 Revision 11. These newer ADs supersede the previous safe life limitations and maintenance tasks specified in the cancelled AD.
Why It Matters
This cancellation is important for aviation professionals because it clarifies that compliance with the older AD 2018-0034 is no longer required, and operators must follow the updated airworthiness limitations in the latest ALS revisions. This ensures maintenance programs reflect the most current safety standards and life limits, reducing the risk of unsafe conditions related to component fatigue and life extension.
What To Do
Operators and maintenance organizations should discontinue compliance with EASA AD 2018-0034 and instead comply with the requirements of EASA AD 2021-0246 for Airbus A330 and AD 2021-0247 for Airbus A340 aircraft. There are no new actions or compliance deadlines associated with this cancellation notice itself.
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