Nacelles / Pylons — Engine Pylon Nose Fire Seals — Inspection / Replacement
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What to do
Operators of affected Airbus A320 and A321 aeroplanes must perform a detailed inspection of the engine pylon nose fire seals within three months of 31 March 2020. If any discrepancies are found, corrective actions must be completed before the next flight. Alternatively, affected parts can be replaced in accordance with the Aircraft Maintenance Manual tasks specified in the directive.
Summary
EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0053 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A320-271N, A321-271N, A321-271NX, and A321-272N aeroplanes. It addresses inspection and replacement requirements for engine pylon nose fire seals with Part Number D0003109300000 to ensure firewall integrity. The directive mandates a detailed inspection and corrective actions to prevent potential loss of fire protection in case of an engine fire.
What changed
EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0053 introduces a new requirement for a one-time detailed inspection of engine pylon nose fire seals on specified Airbus A320 and A321 models. It also provides instructions for corrective actions if discrepancies are found and allows an alternative method of compliance through part replacement following the Aircraft Maintenance Manual. This directive does not supersede any previous ADs.
Why it matters
This directive is critical for maintaining the safety and airworthiness of affected Airbus aircraft by ensuring the integrity of engine pylon nose fire seals. Failure to detect and correct seal deformation could compromise the firewall, potentially preventing effective fire extinguishing during an engine fire. Operators, maintenance organizations, and compliance teams must address these requirements promptly to avoid operational restrictions and ensure regulatory compliance.
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