EASA AD 2022-0002: Landing Gear — Wheel / Tapered Outer Bearing — Inspection

What to do

Affected stakeholders should contact their responsible military airworthiness authority to obtain the applicable AD for the Airbus A400M. They should follow the inspection and maintenance requirements as mandated by those authorities. No compliance deadlines or public AD documents are provided by EASA for this aircraft at this time.

Summary

The document titled 'Landing Gear — Wheel / Tapered Outer Bearing — Inspection' is an explanatory statement issued by EASA regarding the absence of an Airworthiness Directive (AD) for the Airbus A400M aircraft. Since there are currently no Airbus A400M aeroplanes in civil service, no public AD exists, and this record serves informational purposes only. The document advises that legally binding AD requirements for this aircraft type are issued by the relevant military authorities depending on the country of registration.

What changed

This document introduces an informational advisory record instead of a formal AD due to the lack of Airbus A400M aircraft in civil service. It clarifies that the applicable ADs for the Airbus A400M are issued by military authorities and not publicly available through EASA. The document serves as a recommendation to military authorities to issue their own ADs for the affected aircraft.

Why it matters

This matters to aviation professionals as it clarifies the regulatory framework for the Airbus A400M, emphasizing that compliance and inspection requirements are governed by military authorities rather than EASA. Operators, maintenance organizations, and compliance teams must coordinate with their respective military airworthiness authorities to ensure adherence to applicable directives. Understanding this distinction helps avoid confusion and ensures proper maintenance and safety oversight for the Airbus A400M.

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