EASA AD 2019-0206
SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2021-0141
Summary
EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0206 is an airworthiness directive issued for Airbus A350-941 and A350-1041 aeroplanes, excluding those with certain production modifications. It addresses inspection and maintenance requirements for the trimmable horizontal stabilizer fittings and bearing assembly attachment interface to prevent potential corrosion and structural issues.
What Changed
EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0206 supersedes the previous AD 2018-0037, updating the repetitive inspection intervals and expanding applicability to include pre-modification A350-1041 aeroplanes while excluding post-modification aircraft. It also introduces an optional terminating action through a specific modification and revises inspection procedures based on operator feedback.
Why It Matters
This directive is critical for aviation professionals as it ensures the continued airworthiness and safety of Airbus A350 aircraft by preventing potential loss of the trimmable horizontal stabilizer attachment, which could lead to loss of control. Operators and maintenance teams must comply to avoid corrosion-related failures and maintain regulatory compliance.
What To Do
Operators must perform detailed inspections of the trimmable horizontal stabilizer fittings and bearing assemblies within 36 months of the aircraft's manufacture date or within 3 months after 21 February 2018, whichever is later, and repeat every 36 months thereafter. If damage or corrosion is found, corrective actions must be taken before the next flight, and modification per Airbus Service Bulletin A350-53-P037 can be applied as a terminating action to end repetitive inspections.
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