Fuselage — Cabin, Cargo Compartment and Airframe Parts — Inspection / Replacement [Improper Heat Treatment]
- Published
- Effective
- Deadline
- Replaces
- 2015-0219
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What to do
Operators of affected Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aircraft must perform a Special Detailed Inspection (SDI) of specified parts within 72 months of the aircraft's date of manufacture if no prior inspection was done, or within 108 months if an earlier inspection was completed. Any discrepancies found during inspections must be corrected before further flight according to Airbus Service Bulletin instructions. Compliance with these actions is mandatory to maintain airworthiness.
Summary
EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0196 is an airworthiness directive addressing improper heat treatment of certain structural parts in Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aircraft. It mandates inspections and possible replacement of affected cabin, cargo compartment, and airframe parts to ensure structural integrity. The directive applies to specific manufacturer serial numbers and references Airbus Service Bulletins for inspection procedures.
What changed
This directive supersedes EASA AD 2015-0219 and expands the list of affected parts beyond those covered in the previous directive. It retains the original inspection requirements but introduces additional inspections for newly identified parts affected by improper heat treatment. The directive also updates compliance timelines and inspection instructions based on revised Airbus Service Bulletins.
Why it matters
This directive is critical for maintaining the structural integrity of affected Airbus aircraft by addressing potential weaknesses caused by improperly heat-treated aluminum alloy parts. Operators and maintenance organizations must comply to prevent reduced fatigue life and possible structural failures. Compliance ensures continued airworthiness and regulatory conformity, avoiding operational restrictions or grounding.
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