EASA AD 2022-0142
SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2023-0063
Summary
EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0142 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Dassault Aviation Falcon 7X aeroplanes, including those modified to Falcon 8X standard. It mandates compliance with updated airworthiness limitations specified in the Dassault Falcon 7X Aircraft Maintenance Manual, Airworthiness Limitations Section, Revision 10. The directive ensures continued airworthiness by enforcing maintenance tasks and life limits for components.
What Changed
This directive supersedes the previous EASA AD 2020-0214 and introduces new and/or more restrictive maintenance tasks and life limits for the Falcon 7X and Falcon 8X aircraft. It requires operators to comply with the latest Revision 10 of the Airworthiness Limitations Section, which includes updated thresholds and intervals for maintenance and component replacement. The approved Aircraft Maintenance Programme must be revised accordingly within 12 months.
Why It Matters
Compliance with EASA AD 2022-0142 is critical for operators, maintenance organizations, and compliance teams to ensure the safe operation of Falcon 7X and Falcon 8X aircraft. Failure to adhere to the updated maintenance requirements could lead to unsafe conditions and regulatory non-compliance. The directive provides clear instructions to maintain continued airworthiness and avoid operational disruptions.
What To Do
Operators must replace components before exceeding their life limits and perform all maintenance tasks within specified intervals as outlined in the updated Airworthiness Limitations Section. Any discrepancies found during maintenance must be corrected within the prescribed compliance times or before the next flight if no time is specified. Additionally, the approved Aircraft Maintenance Programme must be revised to incorporate the new limitations and tasks within 12 months of the directive's effective date.
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