Wings — Main Landing Gear Trunnion Block Fuse Pins and Retaining Pins — Inspection
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What to do
Operators of affected Airbus A350-941 aircraft must identify the part numbers and serial numbers of the right-hand and left-hand main landing gear trunnion block retaining and fuse pins within 30 days of 9 February 2026. They must report these findings to Airbus and perform the required inspections before the next landing gear removal or within 72 months, 11,700 flight cycles, or 48,750 flight hours from the aeroplane reference date. Maintenance records must be updated accordingly.
Summary
EASA Airworthiness Directive 2026-0018 is an official directive addressing Airbus A350-941 aeroplanes with specific manufacturer serial numbers. It mandates inspection of the main landing gear trunnion block fuse pins and retaining pins due to a serialization non-conformity issue. The directive ensures the traceability and continued airworthiness of these critical landing gear components.
What changed
This new Airworthiness Directive introduces a one-time inspection requirement for the main landing gear trunnion block attachment retaining pins and fuse pins on affected Airbus A350-941 aircraft. It requires identification and reporting of part numbers and serial numbers, followed by inspections and maintenance record updates within specified compliance times.
Why it matters
This directive is crucial for aviation professionals as it addresses a potential safety risk caused by non-unique serialization of key landing gear components. Proper identification and inspection prevent incorrect tracking of part life, which is essential to maintain structural integrity and continued airworthiness. Operators and maintenance teams must comply to avoid unsafe conditions and regulatory non-compliance.
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