Notification of Unapproved Parts
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What to do
Owners, operators, maintenance organizations, and distributors should investigate their inventories and installed trolleys for parts manufactured or sold by IES. Any suspected unapproved parts found should be quarantined to prevent use or installation until their safety can be confirmed. There are no mandatory compliance deadlines, as the bulletin provides recommendations only.
Summary
EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2015-21 is a notification regarding unapproved spare parts related to Iacobucci HF Aerospace Spa (IHFA) trolleys, specifically part numbers MK667-44, MK667-4401, MK667-4402, MK708-4401, MK708-4402, MK708-4403, MK708-4404, and MK708-4405. These trolleys are installed on aircraft including Airbus A380 and Boeing 777. The bulletin informs about parts manufactured and sold by Iacobucci Equipment and Service (IES) Srl, which is not approved under EU regulations and is not affiliated with the original manufacturer IHFA.
What changed
This bulletin introduces information about unapproved spare parts being sold and potentially installed on IHFA trolleys. It clarifies that IES does not hold the necessary Production Organisation Approval and is not related to the approved manufacturers previously authorized by ENAC. The bulletin provides a partial list of affected parts and highlights that this issue does not currently warrant an Airworthiness Directive.
Why it matters
This information is critical for aviation professionals because unapproved parts can compromise the safety and airworthiness of aircraft equipment. Operators, maintenance organizations, and distributors need to be aware of the risk of installing or using these parts to maintain compliance with regulatory standards and ensure operational safety. Identifying and quarantining unapproved parts helps prevent potential safety hazards.
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