Fuselage — Forward and Aft Upper Corner Bulk Cargo Door Section 16 and 17 — Inspection / Modification
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What to do
Operators of affected Airbus A320 and A321 models must perform a rototest inspection of the forward and aft upper corner bulk cargo door areas before exceeding 96,000 flight hours or 48,000 flight cycles. If cracks are detected, they must contact Airbus for approved repair instructions and complete repairs within the specified timeframe. If no cracks are found, the affected area must be modified according to Airbus Service Bulletin A320-53-1303 before the next flight.
Summary
EASA Airworthiness Directive 2025-0193 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A320 and A321 aeroplanes. It addresses inspection and modification requirements for the forward and aft upper corner bulk cargo door areas at fuselage sections 16 and 17. The directive applies specifically to certain A320 and A321 models operated or to be operated in Extended Service Goal (ESG) conditions.
What changed
This new airworthiness directive introduces mandatory rototest inspections of the fastener holes in the affected bulk cargo door areas before reaching 96,000 flight hours or 48,000 flight cycles. If cracks are found, operators must obtain and implement Airbus-approved repairs before further flight. If no cracks are detected, a modification involving cold working of the affected area must be completed before the next flight.
Why it matters
This directive is critical for maintaining the structural integrity of Airbus A320 and A321 aircraft operated under ESG conditions by preventing potential fatigue-related cracks in a key fuselage area. Operators, maintenance organizations, and compliance teams must ensure timely inspections and corrective actions to avoid unsafe conditions and regulatory non-compliance. Adhering to this AD helps sustain airworthiness and operational safety throughout the aircraft's extended service life.
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