EASA AD 2018-0180
SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2020-0067
Summary
EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0180 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aeroplanes. It addresses the airworthiness limitations related to the Certification Maintenance Requirements as specified in the Airbus Airworthiness Limitations Section Part 3 Revision 06. This directive ensures that operators comply with updated maintenance tasks and intervals to maintain aircraft safety.
What Changed
EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0180 supersedes the previous AD 2017-0168 and introduces new and more restrictive maintenance tasks and intervals as published in the latest Airbus ALS Part 3 Revision 06. It also expands the applicability to include new A321 models certified since the previous directive. The directive requires operators to update their maintenance programs accordingly.
Why It Matters
This directive is critical for aviation professionals because it mandates compliance with updated maintenance requirements that prevent unsafe conditions due to overlooked or outdated airworthiness limitations. Operators, maintenance organizations, and compliance teams must ensure their maintenance programs reflect these changes to avoid regulatory non-compliance and ensure continued aircraft safety and airworthiness.
What To Do
Operators must accomplish all maintenance tasks specified in the Airbus ALS Part 3 Revision 06 from the effective date of 10 September 2018, including corrective actions for any discrepancies found. They must revise their approved Aircraft Maintenance Program within 12 months of the effective date to incorporate the updated tasks and intervals. Compliance with these requirements ensures continued airworthiness and regulatory adherence.
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