EASA AD 2018-0102
Wings — Rib 5 to Rear Spar Attachment — Inspection
EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0102 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A321 aeroplanes, specifically models A321-111, A321-112, A321-131, A321-211, A321-212, A321-213, A321-231, and A321-232. The directive mandates inspection of the wing rib 5 to rear spar attachments on both left and right wings to ensure structural integrity. It addresses a potential manufacturing defect involving fastener failures that could compromise wing safety.