EASA AD 2022-0059: Superseded by EASA ADR 2022-0123

What to do

Affected stakeholders should contact the responsible military airworthiness authority in their country to obtain the applicable ADs for the Airbus A400M. They should monitor the list of CQC AD recommendations available through the expert area for updates. No specific compliance deadlines are provided in this document.

Summary

EASA Airworthiness Directive Record SUPERSEDED BY EASA ADR 2022-0123 is an explanatory statement regarding the absence of an Airworthiness Directive (AD) document for the Airbus A400M aeroplane. Since there are currently no Airbus A400M aircraft in civil service, no public AD exists, and this record is provided for informational purposes only. The document advises that applicable ADs for the Airbus A400M are issued by the responsible military authorities depending on the country of registration.

What changed

This document introduces an informational AD record in place of a formal public AD for the Airbus A400M, which is not in civil service. It clarifies that the legally binding ADs for this aircraft type are issued by military authorities rather than EASA. The record directs stakeholders to consult military authorities for applicable ADs.

Why it matters

This matters because operators, maintenance organizations, and compliance teams dealing with Airbus A400M aircraft must rely on military-issued ADs rather than EASA-issued civil ADs. Understanding this distinction ensures proper compliance with airworthiness requirements and avoids confusion about regulatory responsibilities. It also highlights the role of military authorities in maintaining the airworthiness of military aircraft.

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