Cancelled: Wings — Centre Wing Box Rear Lower Spar and Slanted Beam — Inspection
- Published
- Effective
- Deadline
- Replaces
- 2023-0171
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What to do
Operators and maintenance teams should note that no further action is required under EASA AD 2023-0171 following its cancellation. They should continue to comply with the inspection and maintenance requirements outlined in EASA AD 2023-0074 for the affected Airbus A321 models. Any questions about this cancellation should be directed to EASA or ELBE Flugzeugwerke GmbH using the provided contact information.
Summary
EASA Airworthiness Directive Cancellation Notice 2023-0171-CN cancels the previously issued EASA AD 2023-0171, which applied to Airbus A321-211, A321-212, A321-213, A321-231, and A321-232 aircraft modified by ELBE Flugzeugwerke GmbH's passenger-to-freighter conversion under EASA STC 10071994. The cancelled AD required inspections of the centre wing box rear lower spar and slanted beam areas due to potential fatigue stress concerns. This cancellation confirms that the existing AD 2023-0074 sufficiently addresses the identified structural integrity risks for these aircraft.
What changed
EASA Airworthiness Directive Cancellation Notice 2023-0171-CN officially cancels AD 2023-0171, which mandated a one-time inspection of specific wing box areas on modified Airbus A321 aircraft. The cancellation follows a review that found the compliance time formula in AD 2023-0171 was incorrect and that the potential unsafe condition is already covered by AD 2023-0074. No new inspection or corrective actions are required as a result of this cancellation.
Why it matters
This cancellation clarifies compliance requirements for operators and maintenance organizations managing Airbus A321 aircraft converted to freighters by ELBE Flugzeugwerke GmbH. It prevents redundant inspections and ensures that maintenance efforts focus on the currently valid AD 2023-0074, streamlining regulatory compliance and resource allocation. Understanding this update helps avoid unnecessary downtime and inspection costs while maintaining safety standards.
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