EASA AD 2020-0050
[Correction] Fuselage — Main Deck Cargo Crossbeams — Inspection / Repair
Summary
EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0050 is a corrective directive addressing inspection and repair of the main deck cargo crossbeams on Airbus A300-600 aeroplanes, specifically models A300 F4-605R and A300 F4-622R with manufacturer serial numbers 805 to 872 inclusive. The directive mandates repetitive detailed inspections and corrective actions for damage found between frame 48 and frame 54 on the right-hand side of the fuselage. An optional modification is provided to terminate the need for repetitive inspections.
What Changed
EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0050 introduces mandatory repetitive inspections of the main deck cargo crossbeams and corrective repair actions if discrepancies are found. It also offers an optional terminating modification to end the repetitive inspection requirement. This version republishes the directive to correct the Type Certificate Data Sheet (TCDS) number.
Why It Matters
This directive is critical for maintaining the structural integrity of affected Airbus A300-600 aircraft by ensuring early detection and repair of damage to main deck cargo crossbeams. Compliance helps prevent potential structural failures that could compromise flight safety. Operators, maintenance organizations, and compliance teams must incorporate these inspections and repairs into their continuing airworthiness programs.
What To Do
Operators of affected Airbus A300 F4-605R and A300 F4-622R aeroplanes must perform detailed inspections of the main deck cargo crossbeams within 72 months of 23 March 2020 and repeat every 72 months thereafter. Any damage found must be repaired before the next flight. Alternatively, operators may apply the modification specified in Airbus Service Bulletin A300-53-6190 to terminate the inspection requirement. Inspection results must be reported to Airbus within 30 days after each inspection.
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