EASA AD 2025-0234
SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2025-0253
Summary
EASA Airworthiness Directive 2025-0234 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aeroplanes. It addresses issues with certain fire panels that may cause an uncommanded in-flight engine shutdown due to self-releasing engine fire switches. The directive mandates inspection and possible replacement of affected fire panels to ensure continued airworthiness and flight safety.
What Changed
This directive introduces mandatory inspections and replacements of specific fire panels identified by part and serial numbers. It requires compliance with Airbus Service Bulletin revisions up to Revision 02 and incorporates instructions from Safran vendor service bulletins and service information letters. The directive also provides credit for previous compliant actions and clarifies installation restrictions for affected parts.
Why It Matters
This directive is critical for aviation professionals because it prevents potential in-flight engine shutdowns caused by faulty fire panels, which could compromise aircraft controllability. Operators and maintenance organizations must ensure compliance to avoid safety risks and regulatory penalties. The directive also affects parts management and maintenance planning due to inspection, replacement, and reporting requirements.
What To Do
Operators of affected Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aircraft must inspect fire panels within 6 to 24 months depending on part serial numbers and replace any damaged panels within specified timeframes. They must follow Airbus Service Bulletin A320-26-1137 or A320-26-1138 Revision 02 and Safran vendor instructions. Inspection results must be reported to Airbus within 30 days after inspection or within one month after the directive's effective date. Installation of certain affected parts is restricted unless inspected and cleared.