EASA AD 2018-0243
Doors — Bulk Cargo Door Hinge Arms — Modification
Summary
EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0243 is an airworthiness directive issued for Airbus A350-941 and A350-1041 aeroplanes. It addresses issues related to the bulk cargo door hinge arms, specifically the bonding and securing of hinge arm bushes. The directive mandates modifications to affected bulk cargo doors to ensure continued airworthiness and safety.
What Changed
This new airworthiness directive introduces a required modification to the hinge arms of affected bulk cargo doors on Airbus A350 aircraft. It mandates either modification and re-identification of the affected doors or replacement with post-modification parts. Additionally, it provides alternative re-identification methods and sets conditions for installation of affected doors.
Why It Matters
This directive is critical for aviation professionals because it addresses a safety risk where bulk cargo door hinge arms could fail, potentially causing the door to open inward during ditching and reducing floatation time. Operators and maintenance teams must comply to prevent this unsafe condition, ensuring aircraft safety and regulatory compliance.
What To Do
Operators of Airbus A350-941 and A350-1041 aircraft with affected bulk cargo doors must modify and re-identify these doors within 48 months of 22 November 2018 or replace them with compliant parts. Alternatively, they may apply specified re-identification procedures. Installation of affected doors is only allowed if they have been modified and re-identified as required.
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