Ah, OK. Thanks. I'll keep that in mind if/when I fly jets.
The whole point of my statement is (and I don't know exactly how fragile the engine pylons are on the A320) is that aerodynamically, if you are above Va, and in Severe or Extreme turbulence, it is not only the Engine Pylons that can be in trouble. This is why we slow down to the Turbulence Penetration speed when ripples start forming in the coffee. But yes, if you get slammed by a sledge-hammer flying above these speeds (and this applies to any aircraft), you can face structural damage, and not necessarily only limited to engine pylons.
I am not trying to be a jerk. I am just stating these observations which are taught in private pilot aerodynamics. Sounds like Airbus' statement is the aviation equivalent of printing on the side of a McDonald's coffee cup "Caution- HOT!"