Airworthiness DirectiveEASA AD 2024-0234

Nacelles / Pylons — Pylons Rib 9 — Inspection

Published: Dec 6, 2024
Effective: Dec 20, 2024

Airbus A350

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What to do

Operators must inspect the two pylon bolts at rib 9 on both sides before the aircraft exceeds 18,000 flight cycles since manufacture. If discrepancies are found, corrective actions must be performed as per Airbus instructions within the specified compliance times. Contact Airbus for approved repair instructions if required.

Summary

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0234 is an airworthiness directive issued by EASA concerning Airbus A350-941 and A350-1041 aeroplanes. It mandates inspection of the pylons rib 9, specifically the two pylon bolts on both left-hand and right-hand sides, due to detected excessively deep spot faces that could compromise structural integrity.

What changed

This new directive introduces a one-time inspection requirement for the pylon bolts at rib 9 on Airbus A350-941 and A350-1041 aircraft. It also requires corrective actions if any discrepancies are found during the inspection, following Airbus Service Bulletin A350-54-P011.

Why it matters

This directive is critical for maintaining the structural integrity and fatigue life of affected Airbus A350 aircraft. Operators, maintenance organizations, and compliance teams must ensure timely inspections and repairs to prevent potential safety risks associated with the pylon rib 9 bolts.

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