Fire Protection — Engine Pylon Fire Detector — Replacement
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What to do
Operators of Airbus A330 aeroplanes with affected engine pylon fire detectors must replace these parts with serviceable ones within 36 months from 11 July 2024, the effective date of the directive. They must also ensure no affected parts are installed on any aircraft after this date. Compliance should be performed following Airbus Service Bulletin A330-26-3073 Revision 01 instructions.
Summary
EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0119 is an airworthiness directive addressing fire protection on Airbus A330 aeroplanes. It specifically targets the replacement of engine pylon fire detectors with part numbers 10-3001-00 or 10-3002-00 that are contaminated and may fail to detect fires reliably. The directive applies to multiple Airbus A330 variants with certain Airbus modifications embodied.
What changed
This new airworthiness directive introduces a mandatory replacement of affected engine pylon fire detectors identified by specific part and serial numbers. It prohibits the installation of these affected parts on any Airbus A330 aeroplane and requires operators to replace them with serviceable parts within 36 months of the effective date. The directive also clarifies installation restrictions and provides definitions for affected and serviceable parts.
Why it matters
This directive is critical for maintaining the reliability of engine pylon fire detection systems on Airbus A330 aircraft, preventing potential undetected fires that could compromise flight safety. Operators, maintenance organizations, and compliance teams must ensure affected parts are replaced timely to comply with regulatory requirements and maintain continued airworthiness. Failure to comply could lead to unsafe conditions and regulatory penalties.
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