Stabilizers — Composite Vertical Tailplane Attachment Fittings — Inspection
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What to do
Operators must review all maintenance records within six months of the directive's effective date to verify applicable maintenance actions. If records are incomplete or maintenance actions have been performed, a one-time detailed and ultrasonic inspection must be completed within 30 months. Any discrepancies found during inspections require contacting Airbus for approved corrective actions before further flight.
Summary
EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0006 is an airworthiness directive addressing inspection requirements for composite vertical tailplane attachment fittings on Airbus A310, A300-600, and A300-600ST aircraft. It mandates review and inspection of affected parts to detect potential delamination that could compromise the vertical tailplane attachment fittings. The directive applies to all certified models with Airbus modification 04886 embodied in production.
What changed
This new airworthiness directive introduces mandatory review of maintenance records and, if necessary, detailed and ultrasonic inspections of the composite vertical tailplane attachment fittings. It requires corrective actions if discrepancies are found during inspections to prevent potential failure of the fittings. The directive also references specific Airbus Service Bulletins and maintenance manual tasks for compliance.
Why it matters
This directive is critical for aviation professionals because undetected delamination in composite vertical tailplane attachment fittings could lead to structural failure and loss of aircraft control. Operators and maintenance organizations must ensure compliance to maintain aircraft airworthiness and safety. It provides clear inspection methods and corrective action pathways to mitigate this risk effectively.
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