EASA Regulations for Airbus A318

172 airworthiness directives and regulations affecting Airbus A318.

EASA SIB 2010-10R1

Fuel Tank Safety — Flammability Reduction System (FRS) for High Flammability Exposure Fuel Tanks

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2010-10R1 is an informational document addressing fuel tank safety through the introduction of Flammability Reduction Systems (FRS) for high flammability exposure fuel tanks. It applies to Airbus A318, A319, A320, A321, A330, A340 and Boeing 737, 767, and 777 aircraft with center wing tanks manufactured from January 1, 2012. The bulletin provides background on the safety improvements following the TWA Flight 800 accident and outlines regulatory requirements for new production aircraft fuel tanks.

Nov 28, 2014
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EASA SIB NM-14-21

Honeywell RTA 44D VHF Transceivers — Frequency Interference / Spurious Transmissions

The FAA Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin SAIB: NM-14-21 addresses frequency interference and spurious transmissions issues associated with Honeywell RTA 44D VHF transceivers installed on Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 series airplanes. The bulletin informs operators and maintenance personnel about off-frequency transmissions that can interfere with air traffic control communications but do not currently warrant an airworthiness directive. It highlights the affected Honeywell transceiver part numbers 064-50000-0202 and 064-50000-0505 and provides background on the issue and mitigation recommendations.

Sep 17, 2014
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EASA SIB 2014-02

WITHDRAWN _ SEE FAA SAIB NM-14-21

EASA Safety Information Bulletin SIB No. 2014-02 addresses frequency interference caused by spurious transmissions from Honeywell RTA-44D Very High Frequency (VHF) transceivers. The affected transceivers, identified by part numbers 064-50000-0202 and 064-50000-0505 without MOD 22 incorporated, are installed on Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aircraft. This bulletin informs operators about the issue and provides recommendations to mitigate the interference.

Jan 17, 2014
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EASA SIB 2013-03

Seat Track Monument Fittings Replacement

EASA Safety Information Bulletin SIB No: 2013-03 titled 'Seat Track Monument Fittings Replacement' addresses concerns related to seat track lower attachment fittings Part Number ABS1262C010 installed on Airbus A318, A319, A320, A321, A330-243, and A330-343 aircraft. The bulletin informs operators about engineering static load test failures indicating these fittings may not meet required load specifications. It highlights that while Airbus-installed fittings comply with certification requirements, fittings installed via Supplemental Type Certificate modifications may pose a safety risk.

Jan 28, 2013
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EASA SIB 2012-16R1

Hydraulic Systems — Implementation of automatic Power Transfer Unit inhibition logic

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2012-16R1 is an informational bulletin addressing hydraulic system improvements on Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aircraft. It informs operators about the implementation of automatic Power Transfer Unit (PTU) inhibition logic designed to prevent overheating and failure of a second hydraulic system following a single hydraulic system failure with fluid loss. The bulletin references Airbus Service Bulletins that provide retrofit and activation instructions for this safety enhancement.

Nov 21, 2012
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EASA SIB 2012-17

CFM International CFM56-5B engines — High Cycle Fatigue Failure of Low Pressure Turbine Active Clearance Control Fuel Manifolds

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2012-17 is an advisory document addressing high cycle fatigue failure of Low Pressure Turbine Active Clearance Control (LPTACC) fuel manifolds on CFM International CFM56-5B turbofan engines. These engines are installed on Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aircraft. The bulletin aligns with FAA Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin NE-12-29 and informs European operators and maintenance organizations about the issue and recommended actions.

Sep 20, 2012
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EASA SIB 2012-15R1

Airbus A318, A319, A320 and A321 aeroplanes — VHF Interference on 135.985 and 135.97 MHz

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2012-15R1 addresses VHF radio interference issues on frequencies 135.97 MHz and 135.985 MHz affecting Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aeroplanes. The bulletin informs operators about interference caused by certain Electronic Instrument System 1 Display Units, which generate background noise detectable by flight crews. It provides information on the origin of the interference and references Airbus Service Bulletin A320-31-1105 for corrective actions.

Aug 24, 2012
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EASA SIB 2010-27

Airbus A318/A319/A320/A321 — Evacuation Systems - Coupling Pin Verification

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2010-27 is an informational document addressing evacuation system issues on Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aircraft. It highlights incidents where evacuation slides failed to deploy due to missing coupling pins in the reservoir and valve assemblies. The bulletin provides guidance to operators and maintenance organizations to verify and correct the installation of coupling pins in affected slide reservoirs.

Sep 10, 2010
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EASA SIB 2010-25

Cabin Oxygen Mask Service Recommendations from Original Equipment Manufacturers, and Cabin Oxygen Masks with B/E Aerospace In-line Flow Indicators Part Number (P/N) 118023-02

EASA Safety Information Bulletin SIB No. 2010-25 provides service recommendations regarding cabin oxygen masks equipped with B/E Aerospace in-line flow indicators part number 118023-02. The bulletin applies to CS1-23 and CS-25 category aeroplanes, including Airbus A318, A319, A320, A321, Boeing 737, 747, 757, 767, 777, and Fokker F28 models. It addresses failures of the in-line flow indicators that can cause oxygen flow interruption during use.

Aug 27, 2010
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EASA SIB 2010-16

Baby Bassinet Detachment

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2010-16 addresses the detachment incident of the Innovint 7250 series baby bassinet from cabin partition walls on Airbus A318/A319/A320/A321 aircraft. The bulletin provides safety information following a reported event where the bassinet detached and caused minor injuries to a baby occupant. It includes updated installation instructions and maintenance requirements to ensure secure attachment during flight.

Apr 19, 2010
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EASA SIB 2008-35R1

WITHDRAWN - FAA SAIB NE-08-17R3 TRANSFERRED TO EASA SUP WEBPAGE

EASA Safety Information Bulletin SIB No. 2008-35 Revision 1 is a safety information bulletin addressing critical parts for CFM56 series engines that may have been improperly repaired and approved for return to service. This bulletin applies to CFM56 engines installed on or held as spares for aircraft including Airbus A318, A319, A320, A321, A340 series, Boeing 737 series, and McDonnell Douglas DC-8-70 series. The bulletin references the FAA Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin NE-08-17 Revision 1.

May 26, 2008
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EASA SIB 2008-10

Airbus A318/A319/A320/A321 Standard Operating Procedures - Ground Spoilers do not Deploy Automatically After Landing

EASA Safety Information Notice No. 2008-10 is a safety information notice addressing the Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aircraft. It highlights an issue where ground spoilers do not deploy automatically after landing if one throttle lever remains above idle, which can inhibit autobrake activation and contribute to landing overruns. The document provides updated standard operating procedures to mitigate this risk.

Feb 14, 2008
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