EASA AD 2019-0232
Hydraulic Power — Hydraulic Reservoir Pressurisation Lines — Modification
Summary
Hydraulic Power — Hydraulic Reservoir Pressurisation Lines — Modification is a regulatory document applicable to Airbus S.A.S. aircraft models A319, A320, and A321. It addresses modifications related to the hydraulic reservoir pressurisation lines to ensure continued airworthiness and system reliability. The document provides guidance on required changes to maintain hydraulic system integrity on these aircraft types.
What Changed
This document introduces a modification requirement for the hydraulic reservoir pressurisation lines on Airbus A319, A320, and A321 aircraft. It specifies updated procedures or design changes to improve the performance and safety of the hydraulic power system. The modification aims to prevent potential issues related to hydraulic reservoir pressurisation.
Why It Matters
This modification is critical for aviation professionals as it directly impacts the reliability and safety of the hydraulic systems on widely operated Airbus aircraft. Operators and maintenance organizations must ensure compliance to avoid hydraulic system failures that could affect flight safety. Compliance teams need to track and implement these changes to meet regulatory standards and maintain aircraft certification.
What To Do
Affected operators and maintenance organizations should review the modification instructions and incorporate the changes into their maintenance programs. They must schedule and complete the modification within any specified compliance timeframe to ensure regulatory compliance. Documentation of the modification should be updated in the aircraft maintenance records accordingly.
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