EASA AD 2022-0120R2
SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2025-0237
Summary
EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0120R2 is an updated safety directive addressing inspection and repair requirements for the 80VU rack attachments on Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aircraft. It applies to all manufacturer serial numbers of these models and focuses on detecting and correcting damage to the rack fittings that house critical flight control and communication computers. The directive mandates repetitive detailed inspections and corrective actions to ensure continued airworthiness.
What Changed
This revision extends the repetitive inspection interval specifically for Group 4 aeroplanes while maintaining existing intervals for Groups 1, 2, and 3. It incorporates Airbus Service Bulletin A320-25-1BKJ Revision 05, which provides updated inspection thresholds and compliance times based on additional analysis. The directive supersedes previous versions including AD 2021-0172 and its revisions.
Why It Matters
The 80VU rack contains essential avionics equipment, and damage to its attachments can lead to system failures that compromise aircraft control, especially during critical flight phases. For operators and maintenance organizations, adhering to this directive is vital to prevent potential safety hazards and ensure regulatory compliance. The updated inspection intervals optimize maintenance efforts while maintaining safety margins.
What To Do
Operators must perform special detailed inspections of the 80VU rack attachments before exceeding specified flight cycle thresholds and at intervals defined by aircraft group and zone as per the Airbus Service Bulletin. Any discrepancies found must be corrected within the compliance times specified in the service instructions. The effective date for the revised directive is 4 August 2023, and inspections must be scheduled accordingly.
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