Power Plant — Aft Engine Mount Secondary Load Path — Inspection
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What to do
Operators must perform a detailed inspection within 11,000 flight cycles since the last engine installation, last engine mount inspection, or the aircraft's first flight, whichever is later, and repeat inspections every 11,000 flight cycles thereafter. If discrepancies or broken parts are found, the engine must be replaced before the next flight and Airbus must be contacted for approved corrective instructions. The next inspection after engine replacement can be deferred until 11,000 flight cycles after installation.
Summary
EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0089 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A321-251N, A321-251NX, A321-252N, A321-252NX, A321-253N, and A321-253NX aeroplanes. It mandates repetitive detailed inspections of the aft engine mount secondary load path to detect potential failures. The directive aims to prevent engine mount rupture that could lead to engine loss and loss of aircraft control.
What changed
EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0089 introduces a new requirement for repetitive detailed inspections of the aft engine mount secondary load path clearance and fail safe pin on specified Airbus A321 models. It also requires corrective actions if discrepancies or broken parts are found during inspections. This directive does not supersede any previous ADs.
Why it matters
This directive is critical for aviation professionals because it addresses a potential unsafe condition that could result in engine mount failure and subsequent engine loss during flight. Operators and maintenance organizations must ensure compliance to maintain aircraft safety and airworthiness. Failure to comply could lead to serious safety risks and regulatory non-compliance.
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