Fuselage — Forward Pressure Bulkhead — Inspection
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What to do
Operators of affected Fokker F28 Mark 0070 and Mark 0100 aeroplanes with 32,000 or more flight cycles must perform a special detailed inspection of the forward pressure bulkhead within 12 months of 19 March 2021. If cracks are detected, repairs must be completed before the next flight following approved instructions from Fokker Services. Inspection results, including no findings, must be reported to Fokker Services within 30 days after the inspection.
Summary
EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0064 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Fokker F28 Mark 0070 and Mark 0100 aeroplanes, specifically serial numbers 11312 and 11346 to 11585 inclusive. The directive mandates inspection of the forward pressure bulkhead to detect cracks that could lead to sudden in-flight decompression. It applies to aircraft with a bonded doubler pressure bulkhead modification and requires reporting of inspection results to Fokker Services.
What changed
EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0064 introduces a new requirement for a one-time special detailed inspection of the forward pressure bulkhead on certain Fokker F28 aeroplanes that have accumulated 32,000 or more flight cycles. If cracks are found, operators must contact Fokker Services for approved repair instructions and complete the repairs before further flight. The directive also requires reporting inspection outcomes to Fokker Services within 30 days.
Why it matters
This directive is critical for aviation professionals because it addresses a safety risk involving potential cracks in the forward pressure bulkhead that could cause sudden in-flight decompression, posing a hazard to occupants. Operators and maintenance organizations must ensure compliance to maintain airworthiness and avoid operational disruptions. Timely inspections and repairs help prevent safety incidents and ensure regulatory compliance.
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