EASA AD 2023-0011R1
SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2023-0176
Summary
EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0011R1 is an updated safety directive addressing Airbus A350-941 and A350-1041 aeroplanes. It mandates inspections of cargo sealing tapes located between cargo floor panels and the cargo loading system in the forward and aft cargo compartments to ensure proper sealing and fire extinguishing system effectiveness.
What Changed
This revision updates the original AD 2023-0011 by incorporating Airbus's revised Alert Operators Transmission (AOT) Revision 01, which includes dispatch instructions under the Master Minimum Equipment List (MMEL). It clarifies inspection intervals and allows deferral of corrective actions under MMEL provisions.
Why It Matters
The directive is critical for maintaining the integrity of the cargo compartment fire extinguishing system, which could fail if sealing tapes migrate from their original position. Compliance ensures continued airworthiness and safety, preventing potential fire hazards in cargo compartments for operators and maintenance organizations.
What To Do
Operators must perform detailed inspections of the affected cargo sealing tapes within 30 days after 31 January 2023 and repeat inspections every 8 days thereafter. If discrepancies are found, corrective actions must be taken before the next flight or deferred according to MMEL instructions. Continued compliance with Airbus AOT A53P016-22 Revision 01 is required.
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