Time Limits / Maintenance Checks — Airworthiness Limitations — Amendment
- Published
- Effective
- Deadline
- Replaces
- 2017-0057
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What to do
Operators of PZL W-3A helicopters must replace components before exceeding their new life limits and perform all maintenance tasks within the specified intervals starting from 17 December 2021. Any discrepancies found during maintenance must be corrected within the prescribed timeframes or before the next flight. Additionally, the approved Aircraft Maintenance Programme must be revised to include the updated airworthiness limitations within 12 months after 17 December 2021.
Summary
EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0270 is an amendment addressing the airworthiness limitations and maintenance checks for PZL W-3A helicopters manufactured by WSK “PZL – ŚWIDNIK” S.A. This directive mandates compliance with updated instructions for continued airworthiness as specified in the latest revisions of the PZL W-3A Maintenance Manual Chapter 04. It applies to all serial numbers of the PZL W-3A helicopter model.
What changed
EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0270 supersedes the previous AD 2017-0057 and introduces new and more restrictive maintenance tasks and life limits for components as defined in the latest revisions of the airworthiness limitations section of the PZL W-3A maintenance manual. The directive requires operators to update their approved Aircraft Maintenance Programme to incorporate these new tasks and limitations within 12 months of the effective date.
Why it matters
This directive is critical for aviation professionals as it ensures the continued airworthiness and safety of PZL W-3A helicopters by enforcing compliance with the latest maintenance requirements. Operators and maintenance organizations must adhere to these updated limitations to prevent unsafe conditions caused by overdue maintenance or life-limited parts. Compliance also ensures regulatory conformity under EU aviation safety regulations.
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