EASA AD 2021-0093
SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2024-0009
Summary
EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0093 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting all certified models and serial numbers of Airbus A300-600 aeroplanes. It mandates updates to the airworthiness limitations section, specifically Part 2 related to damage tolerant airworthiness limitation items. The directive ensures operators comply with the latest maintenance tasks and thresholds to maintain continued airworthiness.
What Changed
EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0093 introduces Airbus A300-600 Airworthiness Limitations Section Part 2 Revision 03 Variation 3.3, which includes new and more restrictive maintenance tasks and intervals. These updates supersede some instructions from previous revisions and variations but do not supersede earlier ADs 2019-0090 and 2020-0111R2. The directive requires incorporation of these changes into the approved Aircraft Maintenance Programme within 12 months.
Why It Matters
This directive is critical for aviation professionals as it mandates compliance with updated maintenance tasks that address potential unsafe conditions on Airbus A300-600 aircraft. Operators, maintenance organizations, and compliance teams must ensure these new or more restrictive tasks are performed to avoid safety risks and regulatory non-compliance. Failure to comply could lead to unsafe conditions and grounding of aircraft.
What To Do
Operators of Airbus A300-600 aeroplanes must accomplish all maintenance tasks specified in the Variation within the defined thresholds and intervals starting from 13 April 2021. Any discrepancies found during maintenance must be corrected before the next flight following Airbus instructions or approved alternatives. Additionally, the approved Aircraft Maintenance Programme must be revised to include these tasks within 12 months of the effective date.
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