EASA AD 2022-0187
SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2024-0011
Summary
EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0187 is an airworthiness directive issued for Airbus A330 series aeroplanes, including models A330-201 through A330-941. It mandates compliance with updated Damage Tolerant Airworthiness Limitation Items as specified in Airbus A330 Airworthiness Limitations Section Part 2 Revision 05. This directive ensures continued airworthiness by enforcing maintenance tasks and intervals approved by EASA.
What Changed
EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0187 supersedes the previous AD 2021-0261 and introduces new and/or more restrictive maintenance tasks and intervals for Airbus A330 aircraft. These changes are reflected in the latest Airbus A330 ALS Part 2 Revision 05, which includes updated thresholds and intervals for damage tolerant airworthiness limitations. Operators must now comply with these updated maintenance requirements to maintain airworthiness.
Why It Matters
This directive is critical for aviation professionals as it ensures the structural integrity and safety of Airbus A330 aircraft by enforcing mandatory maintenance tasks. Operators, maintenance organizations, and compliance teams must update their maintenance programs to incorporate these new requirements to avoid unsafe conditions. Failure to comply could lead to unsafe flight conditions and regulatory non-compliance.
What To Do
Operators must accomplish all applicable maintenance tasks specified in the Airbus A330 ALS Part 2 Revision 05 within the defined thresholds and intervals starting from the effective date of 2022-09-27. Any discrepancies found during maintenance must be corrected before the next flight following Airbus instructions or approved alternatives. Additionally, the Aircraft Maintenance Programme must be revised within 12 months of the effective date to include the updated tasks and intervals.
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