EASA AD 2021-0254: Electrical Power — Ram Air Turbine Gearbox — Inspection / Modification | RegNotify

Airworthiness DirectiveEASA AD 2021-0254

Electrical Power — Ram Air Turbine Gearbox — Inspection / Modification

Published: Nov 15, 2021
Effective: Nov 29, 2021

Airbus A380

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What to do

Affected operators and maintenance providers must perform the specified inspections and modifications on the ram air turbine gearbox as outlined in the document. They should review their maintenance schedules and ensure compliance within any stated deadlines. Documentation of compliance should be maintained for regulatory audits.

Summary

Electrical Power — Ram Air Turbine Gearbox — Inspection / Modification is a regulatory document concerning the Airbus A380 aircraft. It addresses inspection and modification requirements for the ram air turbine gearbox to ensure continued airworthiness and electrical power reliability during flight. The document applies specifically to the Airbus A380 type designation.

What changed

This document introduces mandatory inspection and modification procedures for the ram air turbine gearbox on Airbus A380 aircraft. It establishes new maintenance requirements aimed at identifying and correcting potential gearbox issues before they affect electrical power supply. The regulation is a new directive rather than an amendment to previous rules.

Why it matters

This document is critical for aviation professionals because it ensures the reliability of the ram air turbine, a vital backup electrical power source during emergencies. Operators and maintenance organizations must comply to prevent in-flight electrical failures that could compromise safety. Compliance teams need to update their maintenance programs to include these new inspection and modification tasks.

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