Landing Gear — Main Landing Gear Bogie Pivot Pin — Greasing
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What to do
Operators of Airbus A350-941 aircraft must grease the main landing gear bogie pivot pins within 30 days of 2023-01-04 and repeat this greasing every 50 flight cycles or 4 months, whichever comes first, following Airbus Alert Operators Transmission A32P028-22. Maintenance performed before the effective date in accordance with the Aircraft Maintenance Manual is acceptable for initial compliance. No terminating action is currently defined.
Summary
EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0263 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A350-941 aeroplanes. It addresses the main landing gear bogie pivot pin, specifically requiring updated greasing procedures to prevent damage to the High Velocity Oxygen Fuel coating on these parts. The directive aims to ensure continued airworthiness and prevent potential landing gear collapse.
What changed
This new airworthiness directive introduces a requirement for repetitive greasing of the main landing gear bogie pivot pins on Airbus A350-941 aircraft. It mandates greasing within 30 days of the effective date and subsequently at intervals not exceeding 50 flight cycles or 4 months. The directive is an interim measure pending further investigation and potential future actions.
Why it matters
This directive is critical for aviation professionals because it addresses a safety risk involving potential landing gear collapse due to friction-induced coating damage. Operators and maintenance organizations must comply to avoid structural failure that could lead to aircraft damage or occupant injury. Compliance ensures continued airworthiness and regulatory adherence under EU regulations.
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