Suspected Unapproved Parts Details
On the 16th of July 2026 EASA was notified that the original manufacturer aircraft identification plate (P/N NSA9117-70) intalled on the LH pax door frame of the Airbus A320-233 MSN 0912 registered as EX-32008 was discovered missing since the 16th of June 2026. Airbus was requested to produce a replacement aircraft identification plate.
The original aircraft identification plate of the subject aircraft (date of manufacture: 15 Oct 1998) is to be considered as an unapproved part and not eligible for installation on any aircraft.
Owners, operators, and maintenance organizations are encouraged to inspect their aircraft and inventories for the referenced part. If this part is found affixed to an aircraft or stored in the inventory, it is recommended to remove and quarantine it, to prevent its installation.