Wings — Roll Spoiler Bearing Arms — Inspection
- Published
- Effective
- Replaces
- 2018-0254
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What to do
Operators of Dornier 328-100 aeroplanes must inspect the specified roll spoiler bearing arms within the compliance times outlined: either within 2,500 flight hours after 7 December 2018 or before exceeding 25,000 flight cycles, whichever applies. If any cracks or damage are found, repair instructions from 328 Support Services GmbH must be obtained and followed before further flight. All inspection results, including no findings, must be reported to 328 Support Services GmbH within 30 days after inspection.
Summary
EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0254R1 is an updated safety directive addressing the inspection of roll spoiler bearing arms on Dornier 328-100 aeroplanes. It mandates a one-time non-destructive eddy current inspection of specific roll spoiler bearing arm parts to detect cracks that could impair roll spoiler functionality. The directive applies to all serial numbers of Dornier 328-100 aircraft and aims to prevent potential loss of control due to unresponsive roll spoilers.
What changed
This revision of EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0254 corrects errors in the compliance times that were inconsistent with the associated Alert Service Bulletin. It updates the inspection deadlines to ensure alignment with the manufacturer’s instructions and clarifies the required inspection intervals for affected parts.
Why it matters
For aviation professionals, this directive ensures the early detection of cracks in roll spoiler bearing arms, which are critical for flight control. Compliance helps maintain aircraft safety and airworthiness, preventing possible roll spoiler failure that could lead to loss of control. Operators and maintenance organizations must adhere to the updated inspection schedules to avoid regulatory non-compliance and ensure continued safe operation.
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