EASA AD 2024-0114
Time Limits / Maintenance Checks — Airworthiness Limitations Section — Amendment
Summary
EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0114 is an amendment concerning the ARRIUS 2G1 engines manufactured by SAFRAN Helicopter Engines, commonly installed on KAMOV 226T helicopters. This directive mandates compliance with updated airworthiness limitations and maintenance tasks as specified in the latest Airworthiness Limitations Section of the SAFRAN Arrius 2G1 Maintenance Manual. It ensures continued airworthiness by enforcing replacement of life-limited parts and adherence to revised maintenance intervals.
What Changed
EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0114 introduces new and more restrictive maintenance tasks and life limits for ARRIUS 2G1 engines, as detailed in the latest revision of the Airworthiness Limitations Section. These changes include reduced thresholds and intervals for certain maintenance actions compared to previous versions. The directive requires operators to update their Aircraft Maintenance Programme accordingly within a specified timeframe.
Why It Matters
This directive is critical for aviation professionals because it enforces mandatory maintenance updates that directly impact engine safety and reliability. Operators and maintenance organizations must comply to avoid unsafe conditions and regulatory non-compliance. The updated requirements help prevent engine failures by ensuring timely replacement of components and adherence to stricter maintenance schedules.
What To Do
Operators of helicopters equipped with ARRIUS 2G1 engines must replace components before exceeding new life limits and perform all maintenance tasks within the updated intervals starting from 5 July 2024. They must revise their Aircraft Maintenance Programme to incorporate these changes within 12 months of the effective date. Any discrepancies found during maintenance must be corrected before the next flight, following SAFRAN's approved instructions.