EASA AD US-2020-05-12
NOT ADOPTED - EASA DECISION ATTACHED
Summary
The document titled NOT ADOPTED - EASA DECISION ATTACHED is a decision by EASA not to adopt FAA Airworthiness Directive 2020-05-12, which applies to certain Gulfstream GVII-G500 and GVII-G600 aeroplanes. The FAA AD was issued following a landing incident involving the alpha limiter engaging during landing flare, leading to damage. EASA agrees with the FAA's safety concerns but determined that the required Airplane Flight Manual changes for EU-operated aircraft need to differ.
What Changed
EASA decided not to adopt FAA AD 2020-05-12 as issued and plans to issue its own Airworthiness Directive with different Airplane Flight Manual amendments tailored for Gulfstream GVII-G500 and GVII-G600 aeroplanes operated under EU regulations. This introduces a separate regulatory action to address the unsafe condition identified by the FAA.
Why It Matters
This decision affects operators and maintenance organizations of Gulfstream GVII-G500 and GVII-G600 aircraft in the EU by indicating that FAA-mandated changes are not directly applicable. Compliance teams must await EASA's specific directive to ensure regulatory compliance and maintain safe operation under EU rules.
What To Do
Operators and maintenance personnel should monitor EASA communications for the forthcoming Airworthiness Directive that will specify the required Airplane Flight Manual amendments. Until then, they should continue to comply with existing regulations and be prepared to implement the new EASA-mandated changes once published.
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