Abstract: A latch assembly for a cargo door assembly that accommodates for dimensional and structure variations is cargo door assemblies to ensure a secure latching mechanism. The latch assembly uses a two piece design that includes a handle unit and a separate plunger unit to enable its use with cargo doors of varying thickness. The latch assembly also uses spacers to selectively position a plunger carriage within a plunger housing to selectively adjust the position of an extensible plunger supported by the carriage relative to the door frame, which ensures that the plunger properly engages the door frame and securely holds the cargo door closed.