Time Limits / Maintenance Checks – Airworthiness Limitations Section Part 4, System Equipment Maintenance Requirements – Amendment
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What to do
Operators must replace components before exceeding life limits and perform all maintenance tasks within specified intervals as per ALS Revision 17 from the AD's effective date. Any discrepancies found during maintenance must be corrected before the next flight, following Airbus instructions or contacting Airbus if needed. The approved AMP must be revised within 12 months after the AD's effective date to include the updated tasks and limitations.
Summary
EASA Airworthiness Directive PAD No. 26-080 is a proposed amendment concerning the Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes. It updates the Airworthiness Limitations Section Part 4, System Equipment Maintenance Requirements (SEMR) to Revision 17. This directive mandates compliance with new and more restrictive maintenance tasks and life limits to ensure continued airworthiness.
What changed
This proposed AD supersedes EASA AD 2017-0076 and introduces new and/or more restrictive maintenance tasks and limitations as specified in Airbus A380 ALS Part 4, SEMR Revision 17. It requires replacement of components before exceeding life limits and adherence to updated maintenance intervals and thresholds. The Aircraft Maintenance Programme (AMP) must be revised within 12 months to incorporate these changes.
Why it matters
Compliance with this AD is critical to maintain the safety and airworthiness of Airbus A380 aircraft by ensuring mandatory maintenance tasks and life limits are followed. Operators and maintenance organizations must update their maintenance programs to avoid unsafe conditions. Failure to comply could lead to unsafe situations and regulatory non-compliance.
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