EASA AD 2022-0201
SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2024-0053
Summary
EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0201 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting ATR 72-101, ATR 72-102, ATR 72-201, ATR 72-202, ATR 72-211, ATR 72-212, and ATR 72-212A aeroplanes. It mandates compliance with updated maintenance tasks and life limitations as defined in the ATR 72 Time Limits Document (TLD) Revision 21 to ensure continued airworthiness. This directive applies to all manufacturer serial numbers of the affected ATR 72 models.
What Changed
This directive supersedes EASA AD 2022-0064 and introduces new and/or more restrictive maintenance tasks and life limitations as specified in the latest ATR 72 TLD Revision 21. It requires operators to replace components before exceeding updated life limits and to perform maintenance tasks within revised thresholds and intervals. Additionally, it mandates updating the approved Aircraft Maintenance Programme (AMP) within 12 months to incorporate these changes.
Why It Matters
Compliance with EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0201 is critical for aviation professionals to maintain the safety and airworthiness of ATR 72 aircraft. Operators and maintenance organizations must adhere to the updated maintenance requirements to prevent unsafe conditions caused by overlooked or outdated maintenance tasks. This directive ensures that maintenance programs reflect the latest manufacturer-approved limitations and tasks, supporting regulatory compliance and operational safety.
What To Do
Affected operators must replace components before exceeding the new life limits and perform all applicable maintenance tasks within the specified intervals starting from 10 October 2022. Any discrepancies found during maintenance must be corrected before the next flight, following ATR-approved instructions. Operators are required to revise their approved Aircraft Maintenance Programme within 12 months after the effective date to incorporate the updated tasks and limitations from the ATR 72 TLD Revision 21.
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