Fuselage – Structure, Windshield Frame and Closing Panel / Circumferential Junction Areas – Inspections
Superseded. Comply with 2024-0010, which replaces this document.
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What to do
Operators of Airbus A310 aircraft must perform special detailed inspections of the specified fuselage areas within the defined compliance times, including before exceeding 17,200 flight cycles for Group 1 aircraft or within intervals specified for Group 2 aircraft. If cracks or discrepancies are found, corrective actions approved by Airbus must be implemented before further flight. Compliance deadlines include inspection within 27 days after the effective date or as otherwise specified by flight cycles or flight hours.
Summary
EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0112R1 is an updated directive addressing structural inspections on Airbus A310 aeroplanes. It mandates repetitive special detailed inspections of specific fuselage areas, including the windshield frame and circumferential junctions, to detect cracks that could compromise structural integrity. This directive applies to all certified Airbus A310 models and serial numbers.
What changed
EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0112R1 revises the original AD 2020-0112 by including grace periods specified in Airbus A310 Airworthiness Limitations Section Part 2 Revision 03 Variation 3.2. It introduces updated compliance intervals for inspections and clarifies inspection requirements for two defined inspection areas on the aircraft fuselage. The revision ensures better alignment with Airbus instructions and prevents overlapping maintenance program updates.
Why it matters
This directive is critical for aviation professionals as it addresses potential widespread fatigue damage that could lead to cracks in the fuselage structure of Airbus A310 aircraft. Operators and maintenance organizations must comply to maintain aircraft structural integrity and airworthiness. Failure to detect and correct these cracks could result in reduced safety margins and possible operational restrictions.
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