Time Limits / Maintenance Checks — Airworthiness Limitations Section — Amendment
- Published
- Effective
- Deadline
- Replaces
- 2022-0178
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What to do
Operators must replace components before exceeding their life limits and perform all maintenance tasks within specified intervals starting from 30 August 2023. The approved Aircraft Maintenance Programme must be revised within 12 months of the effective date to incorporate the new ALS requirements. Any discrepancies found during maintenance must be corrected promptly according to Leonardo's instructions or before the next flight if no compliance time is specified.
Summary
EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0160 is an amendment concerning the Leonardo AW169 helicopters. It updates the Airworthiness Limitations Section (ALS) in the aircraft maintenance planning information to include new and more restrictive maintenance tasks and life limits. This directive ensures continued airworthiness by mandating compliance with the latest ALS revision.
What changed
This amendment supersedes EASA AD 2022-0178 and introduces updated maintenance tasks and life limits as specified in Leonardo AW169 Document 69-A-AMPI-00-P, Chapter 4, ALS Issue 021. The changes include new or more restrictive tasks and reduced thresholds or intervals for certain components and maintenance actions.
Why it matters
For operators, maintenance organizations, and compliance teams, this directive is critical to maintaining the safety and airworthiness of Leonardo AW169 helicopters. Failure to comply with the updated ALS could lead to unsafe conditions. The directive ensures that maintenance programs reflect the latest manufacturer-approved limitations and tasks, thereby preventing potential failures or malfunctions.
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