EASA Revises Safety Directive for Airbus Cargo Bay Smoke Detectors
The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has issued a revised airworthiness directive concerning cargo compartment smoke detectors on a wide range of Airbus aircraft. The mandate applies to numerous models, including the A320, A330, A350, and A380 families. An investigation found that certain detectors could exhibit reduced sensitivity over time, creating a potential safety risk. This degradation could significantly delay the detection of a fire in the cargo hold. The directive requires operators to perform a mandatory modification on the affected smoke detectors to ensure continued airworthiness.
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