Wings – Main Landing Gear Attachment – Inspection
Superseded. Comply with 2025-0074, which replaces this document.
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What to do
Operators must perform detailed inspections of the left and right wing landing gear attachment rib 9 fittings within 6 months or before 500 flight cycles after the effective date, whichever is later, and then repeat inspections every 6 months or 500 flight cycles. If any cracks or sealant deficiencies are found, approved repair instructions from Airbus must be followed before the next flight. These inspections are mandatory and ongoing until further notice.
Summary
EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0141 is issued for Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes. It mandates repetitive inspections of the main landing gear attachment rib 9 fittings on both left-hand and right-hand wings to detect cracks and sealant condition. This directive addresses potential structural integrity risks due to corrosion and cracking in these critical components.
What changed
This new airworthiness directive introduces mandatory detailed inspections of the gear rib 9 lugs and sealant condition on the Airbus A380 main landing gear attachments. It requires inspections within specified compliance times and at regular intervals thereafter, along with corrective actions if deficiencies are found. The directive is considered interim and may be followed by further actions.
Why it matters
This directive is crucial for maintaining the structural integrity of the Airbus A380 by preventing undetected corrosion and cracking in the landing gear attachments. Operators and maintenance organizations must comply to avoid potential safety risks and ensure continued airworthiness. Compliance teams need to integrate these inspections into maintenance schedules to meet regulatory requirements.
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