Fuel — Valves and Pumps — Inspection / Replacement
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What to do
Operators of affected Airbus A340-313 aeroplanes must perform the specified maintenance tasks within the intervals and thresholds defined in Airbus Service Bulletin A340-28-4145 starting from the effective date of 2023-01-04. If discrepancies are found during inspections, corrective actions must be completed before the next flight. Alternatively, compliance can be achieved by following Airbus Service Bulletin A340-28-4137 Revision 03 as applicable.
Summary
EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0257 is an airworthiness directive issued by EASA affecting Airbus A340-313 aeroplanes with specific manufacturer serial numbers. It mandates additional inspections and replacement of certain fuel valves and pumps to ensure continued safe operation beyond the Design Service Goal. The directive references Airbus Service Bulletin A340-28-4145 for detailed maintenance instructions.
What changed
This new airworthiness directive introduces additional maintenance tasks and parts replacements for certain Airbus A340-313 aircraft operating beyond their Design Service Goal. It requires operators to perform inspections and corrective actions as specified in Airbus Service Bulletin A340-28-4145 and allows compliance through Airbus Service Bulletin A340-28-4137 Revision 03 as an alternative method.
Why it matters
This directive is critical for aviation professionals as it addresses potential unsafe conditions related to fuel valves and pumps on aging Airbus A340-313 aircraft. Compliance ensures continued airworthiness and safety, preventing failures that could compromise flight safety. Operators, maintenance organizations, and compliance teams must integrate these tasks into their maintenance programs to meet regulatory requirements.
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