Time Limits / Maintenance Checks — Safe Life Airworthiness Limitations Items — ALS Part 1 — Amendment
- Published
- Effective
- Replaces
- 2024-0013
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What to do
Operators of affected Airbus A340 models must replace components before exceeding the new life limits specified in ALS Part 1 Revision 13 starting from 28 November 2024. They must also revise their Aircraft Maintenance Programme within 12 months of the effective date to incorporate these updated limitations. If the AMP was previously updated per earlier ALS revisions, operators should integrate the new or more restrictive tasks within the specified compliance times.
Summary
EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0214 is an amendment addressing the Airbus A340 series, including models A340-211, A340-212, A340-213, A340-311, A340-312, A340-313, A340-541, A340-542, A340-642, and A340-643. This directive updates the Safe Life Airworthiness Limitations Items in the Airbus A340 Airworthiness Limitations Section (ALS) Part 1, Revision 13. It mandates compliance with revised maintenance tasks and life limits to ensure continued airworthiness.
What changed
EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0214 supersedes the previous AD 2024-0013 and introduces new and/or more restrictive maintenance tasks and life limits as specified in ALS Part 1 Revision 13. These changes include updated thresholds and intervals for component replacements and maintenance checks. The directive requires operators to revise their Aircraft Maintenance Programme accordingly within 12 months.
Why it matters
This directive is critical for aviation professionals as it ensures the continued safety and airworthiness of Airbus A340 aircraft by enforcing updated maintenance requirements. Operators and maintenance organizations must adhere to these revised limitations to prevent unsafe conditions caused by component wear or failure. Compliance helps avoid regulatory penalties and supports safe flight operations.
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