NOT ADOPTED - EASA DECISION ATTACHED
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What to do
Operators and maintenance organizations should continue to monitor communications from EASA regarding any potential alternative actions related to the Boeing 757 fuel system safety risk. No immediate compliance action is required under EASA regulations at this time. For further information or updates, stakeholders should contact the EASA Programming and Continued Airworthiness Information Section via the provided email address.
Summary
The document titled NOT ADOPTED - EASA DECISION ATTACHED is a decision by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) regarding the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airworthiness Directive 2016-07-07. This FAA AD applies to all Boeing 757 airplanes except those modified with a Flammability Reduction System (FRS) and requires modification of the fuel quantity indicating system to prevent ignition sources inside the center fuel tank. EASA decided not to adopt FAA AD 2016-07-07 due to insufficient data to justify the required actions for European operators.
What changed
EASA initially adopted FAA AD 2016-07-07 on 8 April 2016 but suspended the adoption on 25 April 2016 after operator feedback. Ultimately, EASA decided not to adopt the FAA directive and is considering alternative measures to address the safety risk for Boeing 757 airplanes operating under EU regulations. EASA will coordinate with the design approval holder and FAA to obtain additional data before proposing any further action.
Why it matters
This decision impacts aviation professionals by clarifying that the FAA's mandated modifications for Boeing 757 fuel quantity indicating systems are not currently required under EASA regulations. Operators, maintenance organizations, and compliance teams must be aware that no immediate corrective action is mandated by EASA, but should monitor for any future alternative safety measures. Understanding this decision helps avoid unnecessary modifications and ensures compliance with applicable regulations within the EU.
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