EASA AD 2020-0267
Time Limits / Maintenance Checks — Airworthiness Limitations Section Part 4 / System Equipment Maintenance Requirements — Amendment
Summary
EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0267 is an amendment addressing the Airbus A310 aeroplanes. It mandates updates to the Airworthiness Limitations Section Part 4, specifically concerning system equipment maintenance requirements and life limits for certain parts such as the main landing gear retraction actuator sliding rod with Part Number D58006. The directive ensures continued airworthiness by enforcing revised maintenance tasks and life limits.
What Changed
This directive introduces Airbus A310 ALS Part 4 Revision 03 Variation 3.1, which reduces the life limits of affected parts compared to previous instructions. It requires operators to replace life-limited parts before exceeding the new limits and to revise the approved Aircraft Maintenance Programme accordingly. The directive does not supersede the previous AD 2017-0202 but updates specific maintenance requirements.
Why It Matters
For aviation professionals, this directive is critical to maintaining the safety and airworthiness of Airbus A310 aircraft by enforcing updated maintenance schedules and part replacements. Operators and maintenance organizations must comply to avoid unsafe conditions caused by exceeding part life limits. Compliance ensures regulatory adherence under EU aviation safety regulations and prevents operational disruptions.
What To Do
Operators must replace affected parts before exceeding the new life limits specified in the Variation starting from 17 December 2020. Additionally, within 12 months of the effective date, the approved Aircraft Maintenance Programme must be revised to incorporate these updated limitations. After AMP revision, individual task records are not required to demonstrate ongoing compliance with this directive.
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