Landing Gear – Main Landing Gear Sliding Tube – Inspection
Superseded. Comply with 2019-0151-E, which replaces this document.
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What to do
Operators of affected Airbus A318, A319, and A320 aircraft must perform a one-time inspection of the main landing gear sliding tubes within three months of 28 June 2019. If defects are found, they must obtain approved repair instructions from Airbus or SAFRAN Landing Systems and complete repairs before the next flight. Inspection results must be reported to SAFRAN within 30 days, and affected parts must not be installed unless verified as serviceable.
Summary
EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0147 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A318, A319, and A320 aeroplanes. It addresses the inspection of main landing gear sliding tubes, specifically those with part number 201371304 and certain serial numbers, to detect potential cracks or defects. The directive applies to all manufacturer serial numbers of the specified aircraft models.
What changed
EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0147 introduces a one-time inspection requirement for affected main landing gear sliding tubes due to a reported fracture caused by an incorrect repair. It mandates inspection, reporting, and corrective actions including repair or replacement of defective parts. This directive also prohibits installation of affected parts unless they are serviceable.
Why it matters
This directive is critical for aviation professionals as it addresses a safety risk that could lead to main landing gear collapse, potentially causing aircraft damage and injury. Operators and maintenance organizations must ensure compliance to maintain aircraft airworthiness and avoid operational disruptions. It also ensures that only serviceable parts are installed, preventing recurrence of the unsafe condition.
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