Nacelles / Pylons – Air Intake Cowl – Inspection
Superseded. Comply with 2025-0283, which replaces this document.
- Published
- Effective
- Deadline
- Replaces
- 2024-0060
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What to do
Operators must perform a special detailed inspection of affected engine air inlet cowls within 78 months after 20 March 2024 or 144 months since the aircraft's manufacture date, whichever occurs first. Any discrepancies found require contacting Collins Aerospace for approved corrective actions before further flight. Inspection results must be reported within 30 days to Collins Aerospace. Installation of affected parts after 20 March 2024 is only allowed if inspected and corrected as required.
Summary
EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0060R1 is an updated safety directive affecting Airbus A350-941 and A350-1041 aeroplanes. It mandates inspection of specific engine air inlet cowls with certain part numbers due to potential elongation of locating holes in the Nacelle Anti-Icing forward bulkheads. This condition could reduce anti-icing performance and risk loss of control of the aircraft.
What changed
This revision updates the original AD 2024-0060 by adding clarifications regarding installation requirements of affected parts and includes a note that removal and re-installation of the same part during a single maintenance visit is not considered a new installation. It also extends compliance instructions and reporting requirements to ensure proper corrective actions are taken.
Why it matters
The directive is critical for operators and maintenance organizations to prevent potential failure of the nacelle anti-icing system, which could compromise flight safety. Compliance ensures continued airworthiness and regulatory adherence, avoiding operational disruptions or safety incidents related to engine nacelle icing.
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