Auto Flight – New flight Guidance Standard – Modification
Superseded. A newer version replaces this document.
- Published
- Effective
- Deadline
- Replaces
- 2020-0118
- Replaces
- 2022-0096R1
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What to do
Operators of affected Airbus A319, A320, and A321 models must amend their aircraft flight manuals within 30 days after 5 June 2020 by incorporating the specified temporary revisions and inform flight crews. Group 1 aeroplanes must install serviceable FG software within 24 months after 14 June 2022 or within 9 months after the effective date of this AD if using the new SB 2. After modification, the AFM temporary revisions can be removed. Installation of affected FG software on any aeroplane is prohibited after specified dates.
Summary
EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0096R2 is an amendment addressing flight guidance system issues on Airbus A319, A320, and A321 aeroplanes equipped with certain Flight Guidance (FG) 2G and 3G standards. It mandates modifications to the aircraft flight manual and installation of updated FG software to prevent pitch-up attitudes and autopilot disconnections during go-around maneuvers, particularly when operating with high aft center of gravity and specific thrust configurations.
What changed
This revision includes reference to a new Airbus Service Bulletin (SB 2) that provides an updated FG 3G standard for certain A319 aircraft with CFM56 engines, extending compliance times for these aeroplanes. It also clarifies compliance requirements and allows removal of previous AFM temporary revisions after modification installation.
Why it matters
This directive is critical for operators and maintenance organizations to mitigate a potential unsafe condition that could increase pilot workload and reduce aircraft control during critical flight phases. Compliance ensures continued airworthiness and adherence to regulatory requirements, preventing incidents related to autopilot disconnection and pitch-up during go-arounds.
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