EASA AD 2018-0137R1
Jan 9, 2019Nacelles / Pylons — Pylon Aft Fixed Fairings — Inspection
EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0137R1 is an updated regulatory requirement addressing inspection of pylon aft fixed fairings (AFF) on Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aircraft equipped with CFM pylons post-modification 33844. The directive mandates repetitive inspections to detect fatigue-induced cracks in the pylon AFF structure, particularly focusing on the upper spar at rib 15, and outlines corrective actions and optional terminating modifications. It applies to all serial numbers with the specified modification embodied in production.
- Airbus A318
- Airbus A319
- Airbus A320
- Airbus A321