Time Limits / Maintenance Checks – Airworthiness Limitations Section Part 4 – System Equipment Maintenance Requirements – Amendment
Superseded. Comply with 2021-0251R1, which replaces this document.
- Published
- Effective
- Deadline
- Replaces
- 2017-0228
- Replaces
- 2013-0201
- Replaces
- 2017-0044
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What to do
Operators must implement all maintenance tasks and component replacements as specified in Airbus A340 ALS Part 4 Revision 06 starting from the effective date. They must revise their approved Aircraft Maintenance Programme within 12 months of the effective date to incorporate the updated tasks and intervals. Any discrepancies found during maintenance must be corrected before the next flight, and if existing instructions are insufficient, Airbus must be contacted for approved corrective actions.
Summary
EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0048 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting all Airbus A340 models, including A340-211, A340-212, A340-213, A340-311, A340-312, A340-313, A340-541, A340-542, A340-642, and A340-643. This directive mandates compliance with updated airworthiness limitations specified in Airbus A340 Airworthiness Limitations Section Part 4 Revision 06, focusing on system equipment maintenance requirements. It ensures continued airworthiness by enforcing maintenance tasks and life limits for components as approved by EASA.
What changed
EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0048 replaces previous requirements from AD 2017-0228, AD 2013-0201, and AD 2017-0044 by incorporating the latest Airbus A340 Airworthiness Limitations Section Part 4 Revision 06. It introduces new and/or more restrictive maintenance tasks and life limits for components, reflecting Airbus's updated maintenance program. This AD consolidates and updates system equipment maintenance requirements to enhance safety.
Why it matters
This directive is critical for operators and maintenance organizations to ensure compliance with the latest approved maintenance requirements, preventing unsafe conditions due to overlooked or outdated maintenance tasks. It affects maintenance planning, component replacement schedules, and continuing airworthiness management, thereby supporting regulatory compliance and operational safety. Failure to comply could result in grounding or unsafe operation of Airbus A340 aircraft.
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