EASA AD 26-122
Time Limits / Maintenance Checks – Damage Tolerant Airworthiness Limitation Items Part 2 – Amendment
Summary
EASA Airworthiness Directive 26-122 is a proposed amendment affecting Airbus A350-941 and A350-1041 aeroplanes. It updates the Damage Tolerant Airworthiness Limitation Items in the Airbus A350 Airworthiness Limitations Section Part 2, Revision 12, introducing new and more restrictive maintenance tasks. This directive ensures continued airworthiness by mandating compliance with updated maintenance requirements.
What Changed
This amendment supersedes previous directives 2025-0204 and 2026-0034 by incorporating new and more restrictive maintenance tasks from Airbus A350 ALS Part 2 Revision 12. It updates thresholds and intervals for maintenance checks and introduces additional corrective actions as necessary. The directive requires operators to revise their Aircraft Maintenance Programme accordingly.
Why It Matters
Compliance with EASA Airworthiness Directive 26-122 is critical for maintaining the safety and airworthiness of Airbus A350 aircraft. Operators and maintenance organizations must update their maintenance programs to reflect the latest Airbus instructions, preventing unsafe conditions caused by damage tolerance issues. This directive helps ensure regulatory compliance and reduces the risk of in-service failures.
What To Do
Operators of Airbus A350-941 and A350-1041 aeroplanes must accomplish all applicable maintenance tasks within the specified thresholds and intervals from the effective date. Any discrepancies found during maintenance must be corrected before the next flight following Airbus instructions or approved alternatives. Additionally, the approved Aircraft Maintenance Programme must be revised within 12 months to incorporate the updated tasks and intervals.
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