Fuselage — Lateral Cockpit Window Frame Upper Stiffener — Inspection
- Published
- Effective
- Deadline
- Replaces
- 2022-0151
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What to do
Affected operators must perform special detailed inspections of the lateral cockpit window frame upper stiffener within specified flight cycle thresholds and at recurring intervals as defined in the directive. Any discrepancies found during inspections must be corrected before further flight. Inspection results with detected discrepancies must be reported to Airbus within 90 days. The effective date for compliance is 25 March 2024.
Summary
EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0068 is an inspection directive affecting Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aeroplanes. It mandates special detailed inspections of the lateral cockpit window frame upper stiffener at fuselage frame 4 to detect cracks that could compromise structural integrity. The directive applies to specific aircraft configurations excluding those with certain Airbus modifications embodied in production or service.
What changed
This directive supersedes EASA AD 2022-0151 and introduces a revised grouping of affected parts with updated inspection thresholds and intervals. It clarifies compliance times for special detailed inspections and removes previous credits for certain production modifications. The directive retains the requirement for repetitive inspections and corrective actions based on findings.
Why it matters
This directive is critical for maintaining the structural integrity of the fuselage in affected Airbus aircraft, preventing potential safety risks from undetected cracks. Operators, maintenance organizations, and compliance teams must adhere to the updated inspection schedules to ensure continued airworthiness. Failure to comply could lead to operational restrictions or safety hazards.
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