Time Limits / Maintenance Checks — Airworthiness Limitations Section — Amendment
- Published
- Effective
- Deadline
- Replaces
- 2010-0234
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What to do
Operators must replace components before exceeding their service life limits and perform all applicable maintenance tasks within specified intervals starting from 28 July 2023. They must revise their approved Aircraft Maintenance Programme within 12 months of the effective date to include the updated Airworthiness Limitations Section tasks and thresholds. Any discrepancies found during maintenance must be corrected within the specified compliance times or before the next flight if no time is given.
Summary
EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0141 is an amendment concerning the time limits and maintenance checks detailed in the Airworthiness Limitations Section for Airbus Helicopters EC 225 LP models. It mandates compliance with the latest Airworthiness Limitations Section revision to ensure continued airworthiness of these helicopters. This directive applies to all manufacturer serial numbers of the EC 225 LP helicopter.
What changed
This directive introduces updated and more restrictive maintenance tasks and service life limits as specified in the latest Airworthiness Limitations Section revision 014 dated 2022-06-01. It cancels the previous EASA AD 2010-0234 and requires operators to incorporate these updated limitations and tasks into their Aircraft Maintenance Programme. The directive also formalizes the segregation of Airworthiness Limitations from the Master Servicing Manual.
Why it matters
Compliance with EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0141 is critical for maintaining the safety and airworthiness of EC 225 LP helicopters. Operators, maintenance organizations, and compliance teams must ensure that all new or more restrictive maintenance tasks and life limits are followed to prevent unsafe conditions. Failure to comply could lead to operational restrictions or safety risks due to overlooked mandatory maintenance requirements.
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