EASA AD 2023-0196
Nov 10, 2023Electrical Power — Nickel-Cadmium Rechargeable Batteries — Replacement
EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0196 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency addressing the replacement of Nickel-Cadmium rechargeable batteries on various Airbus aircraft models including the A318, A319, A320, A321, A300, A310, A330, A340, A350, and A380. The directive mandates the replacement of affected Ni-Cd batteries with serviceable parts to ensure continued airworthiness and electrical power reliability. It applies to specific battery part numbers and sets time limits for on-wing battery storage to prevent capacity degradation.
- Airbus A300600600ST (Beluga)
- Airbus A310
- Airbus A318
- Airbus A319
- Airbus A320
- Airbus A321
- Airbus A330
- Airbus A340
- Airbus A350
- Airbus A380