EASA Regulations for Airbus A310

41 airworthiness directives and regulations affecting Airbus A310.

EASA AD 2021-0205

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2024-0010

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0205 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting all certified models and serial numbers of Airbus A310 aeroplanes. It mandates compliance with updated maintenance tasks specified in Airbus A310 Airworthiness Limitations Section Part 2 Variation 3.4, focusing on damage tolerant airworthiness limitation items. This directive ensures continued airworthiness by requiring operators to follow new and more restrictive maintenance instructions related to the nose, center fuselage, and engine mount areas.

Sep 14, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A310

EASA AD 2021-0106

Hydraulic Power — Fire Shut-Off Valves — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0106 is an official safety directive addressing hydraulic power fire shut-off valves on Airbus A300, A310, A300-600, and A300-600ST aeroplanes. It mandates inspection of fire shut-off valves installed on the wings to detect incorrect actuator installation that could cause valve failure. The directive applies to all certified models and manufacturer serial numbers of these aircraft types.

Apr 15, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A300Airbus A300-600Airbus A300-600ST (Beluga)Airbus A310Airbus A300-600ST

EASA AD 2020-0267

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks — Airworthiness Limitations Section Part 4 / System Equipment Maintenance Requirements — Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0267 is an amendment addressing the Airbus A310 aeroplanes. It mandates updates to the Airworthiness Limitations Section Part 4, specifically concerning system equipment maintenance requirements and life limits for certain parts such as the main landing gear retraction actuator sliding rod with Part Number D58006. The directive ensures continued airworthiness by enforcing revised maintenance tasks and life limits.

Dec 3, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A310

EASA AD 2020-0112R1

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2024-0010

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0112R1 is an updated directive addressing structural inspections on Airbus A310 aeroplanes. It mandates repetitive special detailed inspections of specific fuselage areas, including the windshield frame and circumferential junctions, to detect cracks that could compromise structural integrity. This directive applies to all certified Airbus A310 models and serial numbers.

May 27, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A310

EASA AD 2020-0108

Equipment / Furnishings — Emergency Locator Transmitter — Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0108 is an official regulatory document addressing a safety issue on Airbus A300-600 and A310 aeroplanes. It specifically targets Emergency Locator Transmitters (ELTs) with Part Number 01N65900 installed on these aircraft models. The directive mandates modifications to improve protection against electrical current injection that could cause battery fires.

May 14, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A300-600Airbus A310

EASA AD 2019-0188

Hydraulic Power — Hydraulic Reservoir Air Pressurization System Lines — Functional Tests

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0188 is an airworthiness directive affecting Airbus A300-600, A300-600ST, and A310 aeroplanes. It mandates functional tests of the hydraulic reservoir air pressurization system lines to detect pipe ruptures and air leaks. The directive ensures continued airworthiness by requiring specific maintenance tasks related to hydraulic power systems.

Jul 31, 2019
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A300-600Airbus A300-600ST (Beluga)Airbus A310Airbus A300-600ST

EASA AD 2019-0091

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2024-0010

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0091 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting all certified models of Airbus A310 aeroplanes. It mandates compliance with the updated Damage Tolerant Airworthiness Limitation Items as specified in Airbus A310 Airworthiness Limitations Section Part 2 Revision 03 and Variation 3.1. This directive ensures the continued airworthiness of Airbus A310 aircraft by enforcing updated maintenance tasks and intervals.

Apr 26, 2019
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A310

EASA AD 2019-0085

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2021-0180

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0085 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting various Airbus aeroplanes including the A300, A310, A318, A319, A320, A321, A330 (except A330-223F and A330-243F), and A340 models. The directive addresses inspection and replacement requirements for specific oxygen cylinders with part numbers 89794077, 89794015, and 891511-14 due to a manufacturing defect. This AD mandates inspection of the hand valve assembly on affected oxygen cylinders to prevent oxygen leakage and potential safety hazards.

Apr 18, 2019
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A300Airbus A300-600Airbus A300-600ST (Beluga)Airbus A310Airbus A318Airbus A319Airbus A320Airbus A321Airbus A330Airbus A340

EASA AD 2019-0078

Flight Controls — Trimmable Horizontal Stabilizer Actuator Ball Nut Trunnion Lower Attachment — Inspection of Right-Hand Bearing Installation

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0078 is an airworthiness directive addressing the inspection of the right-hand bearing installation on the trimmable horizontal stabilizer actuator ball nut trunnion lower attachment for Airbus A300, A300-600, A300-600ST, and A310 aeroplanes. It mandates a one-time detailed inspection of the affected parts to ensure proper installation and prevent potential actuator failure. The directive applies to all certified models and serial numbers of these Airbus aircraft.

Mar 29, 2019
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A300Airbus A300-600Airbus A300-600ST (Beluga)Airbus A310Airbus A300-600ST

EASA AD 2019-0014

Electrical Power — Wing Electrical Installation — Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0014 is an official regulatory document addressing electrical power wing installation modifications for Airbus A300-600, A300-600ST, and A310 aeroplanes. It mandates modifications to the wing electrical installations to prevent damage caused by insufficient clearance and potential chafing of electrical harnesses. The directive applies to all certified models and serial numbers of these aircraft types.

Jan 29, 2019
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A300-600Airbus A300-600ST (Beluga)Airbus A310Airbus A300-600ST

EASA AD 2019-0017

Flight Controls / Stabilizers — Rudder Servo Control — Inspection

Flight Controls / Stabilizers — Rudder Servo Control — Inspection is a regulatory document applicable to AIRBUS S.A.S. aircraft models A300, A300-600, A300-600ST (Beluga), and A310. This document outlines inspection requirements for the rudder servo control systems on these aircraft types to ensure continued airworthiness and flight safety. It provides guidance for maintenance and inspection procedures specific to these Airbus models.

Jan 29, 2019
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A300Airbus A300-600Airbus A300-600ST (Beluga)Airbus A310Airbus A300-600ST

EASA AD 2019-0006

Stabilizers — Composite Vertical Tailplane Attachment Fittings — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0006 is an airworthiness directive addressing inspection requirements for composite vertical tailplane attachment fittings on Airbus A310, A300-600, and A300-600ST aircraft. It mandates review and inspection of affected parts to detect potential delamination that could compromise the vertical tailplane attachment fittings. The directive applies to all certified models with Airbus modification 04886 embodied in production.

Jan 17, 2019
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A300-600Airbus A300-600ST (Beluga)Airbus A310Airbus A300-600ST

EASA AD 2018-0174

Wings — Top Skin Stringer Joints at Rib 19 — Inspection / Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0174 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A310-304, A310-308, A310-322, A310-324, and A310-325 aeroplanes. It addresses inspection and modification requirements for the top skin stringer joints at Rib 19 on both wings to prevent structural integrity issues. The directive mandates specific inspections and modifications to ensure continued airworthiness of the affected aircraft.

Aug 14, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A310

EASA AD 2018-0161

Fuselage — Trimmable Horizontal Stabilizer Support Struts — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0161 is an airworthiness directive addressing inspection requirements for the trimmable horizontal stabilizer (THS) support struts on Airbus A300, A300-600, and A310 aeroplanes. It applies to all certified models and serial numbers of these aircraft and focuses on detecting cracks caused by stress corrosion in the aluminium THS support struts. The directive mandates repetitive inspections and corrective actions to ensure continued airworthiness and prevent potential structural failure of the horizontal tailplane.

Jul 25, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A300Airbus A300-600Airbus A310

EASA SIB 2014-29

WITHDRAWN: Comments received indicate the need for a review of applicable recommendation

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2014-29 provides clarification on the minimum cabin crew requirements for twin aisle aeroplanes including Airbus A300, A310, A330, A340, A380, A350 series, Boeing 747, 767, 777, 787, DC10, MD11 series, and Lockheed L1011 series. It explains the operational and certification regulations governing cabin crew numbers, emphasizing the need for at least one cabin crew member per emergency exit on twin aisle aircraft due to evacuation management challenges. The bulletin addresses misunderstandings arising from Commission Regulation (EU) No 965/2012 and highlights the importance of adequate cabin crew supervision for passenger safety during evacuations.

Oct 24, 2014
Safety Information BulletinFlight OpsSafety MgmtAirbus A300Airbus A310Airbus A330Airbus A340Airbus A380Airbus A350Boeing 747Boeing 767Boeing 777Boeing 787McDonnell Douglas DC10McDonnell Douglas MD11Lockheed L1011

EASA SIB NE-13-31

Pratt & Whitney PW4000 Engines — Scavenge Oil Tube Coking and Proper Cleaning at Overhaul

The Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) NE-13-31 issued by the FAA on May 9, 2013, addresses potential scavenge oil tube coking and nozzle blockage in Pratt & Whitney PW4000 series turbofan engines. This issue affects engines installed on aircraft such as the Airbus A300, A310, A330, Boeing 747-400, 767, 777, and McDonnell Douglas MD-11. The bulletin provides guidance on proper cleaning and inspection procedures during engine overhaul to prevent reduced oil flow and possible engine damage.

May 14, 2013
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A300Airbus A310Airbus A330Boeing 747-400Boeing 767Boeing 777McDonnell Douglas MD-11

EASA SIB 2012-07

Diehl Comfort Modules (formerly DASELL) Baby Nursing Tables - Hinge Replacement

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2012-07 addresses the replacement of pivot-type hinges with piano-type hinges on Diehl Comfort Modules (formerly DASELL) baby nursing tables installed on Airbus A319, A320, A321, A300-600, A310, and A330 aircraft. The bulletin informs operators about reported incidents of finger injuries and infant entrapment caused by the folding mechanism of these nursing tables. It provides references to Airbus service bulletins and operator information telexes related to design improvements and safety measures.

May 9, 2012
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A319Airbus A320Airbus A321Airbus A300-600Airbus A310Airbus A330

EASA SIB 2010-32

WITHDRAWN - REPLACED BY EASA AD 2011-0043

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2010-32 is an informational bulletin addressing the potential loss of ATC transponder transmissions caused by a loose resistor connection in Gables Engineering Inc ATC/TCAS control panels, specifically the G7490, G7492, and G7493 series. These control panels are installed on various aircraft types including Airbus A310, ATR 42, BAE Systems BAe146, Boeing 707 through 777 series, Fokker F28, Lockheed Hercules and Tristar, McDonnell Douglas DC and MD series, and Sabreliner NA-265 series. The bulletin provides guidance but does not mandate corrective action.

May 25, 2011
Safety Information BulletinSafety MgmtMaintenanceAirbus A310ATR 42BAE Systems BAe146Boeing 707Boeing 717Boeing 727Boeing 737Boeing 747Boeing 757Boeing 767Boeing 777Fokker F28Lockheed HerculesLockheed TristarMcDonnell Douglas DC seriesMcDonnell Douglas MD seriesSabreliner NA-265

EASA SIB NE-11-27

General Electric CF6-80 Engines - Improperly Welded Fuel Nozzles

The FAA Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin SAIB: NE-11-27 addresses improperly welded fuel nozzles in General Electric CF6-80A, CF6-80C2, and CF6-80E1 series turbofan engines. These engines are installed on aircraft including Airbus A300, A310, A330, Boeing 747, 767, and McDonnell Douglas MD-11 series airplanes. The bulletin informs operators and maintenance personnel about the discovery of incomplete welds on specific fuel injector nozzles, which could lead to fuel leaks and potential engine shutdowns.

Apr 6, 2011
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A300Airbus A310Airbus A330Boeing 747Boeing 767McDonnell Douglas MD-11

EASA SIB 2009-06R1

WITHDRAWN - Rockwell-Collins GPS Receiver — Date Roll-Over Anomaly

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2009-06R1 is an informational bulletin addressing a software anomaly in certain Rockwell-Collins Multi-Mode Receivers (MMR) installed on various Boeing, Airbus, and Bombardier aircraft models. The anomaly causes a date roll-over error at midnight on 20/21 June 2009, resulting in the receiver reporting an incorrect date approximately 19.7 years off. Affected aircraft include Boeing 737, 747, 757, 767, 777, Airbus A300-600, A310, A320, A330, A340, A380, and Bombardier CL-600 series.

May 26, 2009
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 737Boeing 747Boeing 757Boeing 767Boeing 777Airbus A300-600Airbus A310Airbus A320Airbus A330Airbus A340Airbus A380Bombardier CL-600