EASA AD 2023-0086: Superseded by EASA ADR 2024-0158

What to do

Affected stakeholders should contact the responsible military airworthiness authority in their country to obtain the applicable ADs for the Airbus A400M. They should monitor updates from these authorities and the CQC for any new recommendations or mandatory directives. No compliance deadlines are stated in this document.

Summary

EASA Airworthiness Directive Record SUPERSEDED BY EASA ADR 2024-0158 is an explanatory statement regarding the absence of an Airworthiness Directive (AD) document for the Airbus A400M aeroplane. Since there are currently no Airbus A400M aircraft in civil service, no public AD exists, and this record serves only as informational guidance. The document advises that applicable ADs for the Airbus A400M are issued by the responsible military authorities depending on the country of registration.

What changed

This document introduces an informational AD record in place of a formal public AD for the Airbus A400M, reflecting the absence of civil-registered aircraft of this type. It clarifies that legally binding ADs for the Airbus A400M are issued by military authorities rather than EASA. The record directs stakeholders to consult military authorities for applicable ADs.

Why it matters

This matters for aviation professionals because it clarifies the regulatory framework for the Airbus A400M, which is a military aircraft not subject to public EASA ADs. Operators, maintenance organizations, and compliance teams must understand that compliance requirements come from military authorities, not EASA, ensuring proper adherence to applicable airworthiness directives. It helps avoid confusion about the source of mandatory maintenance and safety instructions for this aircraft type.

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