Fire Protection — Engine Fire Extinguishing Pipes — Inspection
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What to do
Operators of Airbus A350-941 and A350-1041 aircraft with affected Rolls-Royce TRENT XWB engines must perform a detailed inspection of the engine fire extinguishing pipes within four months of 2022-04-30. If any protective caps are found, they must be removed before the next flight. Compliance should follow the instructions in Airbus Alert Operators Transmission A26P005-21 and the referenced Rolls-Royce Non-Modification Service Bulletins.
Summary
EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0065 is an airworthiness directive addressing the inspection of engine fire extinguishing pipes on Airbus A350-941 and A350-1041 aeroplanes equipped with certain Rolls-Royce TRENT XWB engines. The directive mandates a one-time detailed inspection of the engine core zone fire extinguishing pipes to detect and remove any protective caps that may have been inadvertently left installed. This AD applies to specific engine serial numbers and aims to ensure proper engine fire extinguishing capability.
What changed
EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0065 introduces a new requirement for operators of affected Airbus A350 aircraft to inspect the engine fire extinguishing pipes for protective caps that could block fire suppression. It requires a one-time inspection within four months of the effective date and removal of any found protective caps before further flight. This AD does not supersede any previous directives.
Why it matters
This directive is critical for aviation professionals because protective caps left on engine fire extinguishing pipes could prevent effective fire suppression, posing a serious safety risk. Operators, maintenance organizations, and compliance teams must ensure inspections are completed promptly to maintain airworthiness and regulatory compliance. Failure to comply could result in unsafe conditions and regulatory penalties.
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