EASA Regulations for Airbus A330

221 airworthiness directives and regulations affecting Airbus A330.

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EASA AD 2026-0200

Oct 20, 2026

Landing Gear – Tachometer Wiring Harness – Modification

The document titled 'Landing Gear – Tachometer Wiring Harness – Modification' is an airworthiness directive issued for Airbus S.A.S. aircraft models A330, A330-841, and A330-941. It addresses a modification related to the wiring harness of the landing gear tachometer system on these specific aircraft types. The directive aims to ensure continued airworthiness and operational safety of the affected aircraft.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A330841941

EASA AD 2026-0194

Oct 12, 2026

Aircraft Flight Manual Supplement – Abnormal Procedures – Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2026-0194 is an amendment concerning Airbus A330 models modified with the Elbe Flugzeugwerke GmbH Passenger to Freighter conversion under EASA Supplemental Type Certificate 10063798. This directive addresses updates to the Aircraft Flight Manual Supplement related to abnormal procedures for these converted A330 aircraft. It applies to all serial numbers of the affected Airbus A330 variants modified up to Revision 41 of the STC.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A330201202203223243301302303321322323341342343

EASA AD 2026-0189

Oct 1, 2026

Engine Oil – Oil Pump – Operational Prohibition

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2026-0189 is an operational prohibition directive affecting Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co KG RB211 Trent 700 engines, specifically models Trent 768-60, 772-60, 772B-60, and 772C-60 installed on Airbus A330 aircraft. The directive addresses oil pump parts with specific part numbers that have been identified as non-serviceable due to potential failure modes leading to low oil pressure and possible dual in-flight engine shutdowns. It mandates restrictions on the installation and operation of affected oil pumps to ensure continued airworthiness and flight safety.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg RB211 TRENT 700
  • Airbus A330

EASA PAD 26-107

Sep 17, 2026

Flight Controls – Flight Control Primary Computer – Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive Proposal 26-107 is a regulatory document addressing Airbus A330-841 aeroplanes with specific manufacturer serial numbers. It mandates modifications to the Flight Control Primary Computer (FCPC) to upgrade to the P19/M32NEO 2K2 standard to prevent flight control system faults. The directive applies to certain serial numbers and includes concurrent modification requirements.

Proposed AD
  • Airbus A330841

EASA PAD 26-108

Sep 17, 2026

Flight Controls – Flight Control Primary Computer – Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive Proposal 26-108 is a regulatory document addressing Airbus A330-200 series aeroplanes, specifically models A330-201, A330-202, A330-203, A330-223, A330-223F, A330-243, and A330-243F with manufacturer serial numbers up to 2164. The directive focuses on modifying the Flight Control Primary Computer (FCPC) to a new standard to prevent faults affecting critical flight control systems. This proposal aims to enhance flight safety by mandating upgrades to the FCPC system on affected aircraft.

Proposed AD
  • Airbus A330200

EASA PAD 26-104

Sep 9, 2026

Aircraft Flight Manual Supplement – Abnormal Procedures – Amendment

The document titled Aircraft Flight Manual Supplement – Abnormal Procedures – Amendment is a proposed EASA Airworthiness Directive (PAD No. 26-104) addressing Airbus A330 models modified with the Elbe Flugzeugwerke GmbH Airbus A330 Passenger to Freighter Conversion under EASA STC 10063798. It focuses on updating abnormal procedures in the Airplane Flight Manual Supplement for these converted aircraft.

Proposed AD
  • Airbus A330

EASA PAD 26-103

Sep 9, 2026

Fuselage – Structural Parts / Joints – Modification / Reinforcement

EASA Airworthiness Directive PAD No. 26-103 is a proposed directive addressing structural modifications and reinforcements for Airbus A330 aeroplanes, including models A330-201 through A330-343 and their freighter variants. The directive targets fuselage structural parts and joints to prevent widespread fatigue damage. It applies to all manufacturer serial numbers of the affected aircraft.

Proposed AD
  • Airbus A330

EASA PAD 26-100

Sep 7, 2026

Landing Gear – Nose Landing Gear Retraction Actuator – Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive PAD No. 26-100 is a proposed directive addressing the replacement of Nose Landing Gear (NLG) retraction actuators on Airbus A330 and A340 aircraft models. It applies to all manufacturer serial numbers of specified A330 and A340 variants, including the extended applicability to A340-541, A340-542, A340-642, and A340-643 models. The directive aims to ensure continued airworthiness by mandating replacement of affected parts before exceeding specified time between overhaul intervals.

Proposed AD
  • Airbus A330
  • Airbus A340

EASA AD 2026-0172-E

Sep 4, 2026

Engine Oil – Oil Pump – De-Pairing

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2026-0172-E is an emergency directive addressing a safety issue in Rolls-Royce RB211 Trent 700 engines installed on Airbus A330 aircraft. The directive targets oil pumps with specific part numbers that have shown non-conformances leading to low oil pressure and potential dual in-flight engine shutdowns. It mandates operational restrictions and maintenance actions to mitigate this risk.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg RB211 TRENT 700
  • Airbus A330

EASA AD 2026-0169

Aug 25, 2026

Fuselage – Centre Fuselage – Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2026-0169 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A330 aircraft modified with the Elbe Flugzeugwerke GmbH Supplemental Type Certificate 10063798 for Passenger-to-Freighter conversion. The directive addresses a structural issue related to non-conforming fasteners installed on brackets supporting the P2F Bypass Ducts in the centre fuselage. It mandates modification to ensure continued airworthiness and prevent potential fuel leakage and structural integrity risks.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A330

EASA PAD 26-089

Jul 24, 2026

Fuselage – Centre Fuselage – Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive PAD No. 26-089 is a proposed directive addressing Airbus A330 aircraft modified with the Elbe Flugzeugwerke GmbH Supplemental Type Certificate 10063798 for Passenger-to-Freighter conversion. It targets specific serial-numbered A330 aeroplanes to correct a structural issue involving non-conforming fasteners on brackets supporting the P2F Bypass Ducts in the centre fuselage. The directive aims to ensure continued airworthiness and prevent potential fuel leakage and structural integrity risks.

Proposed AD
  • Airbus A330

EASA AD 2026-0135

Jul 9, 2026

Fuselage – Rear Fuselage – Inspections

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2026-0135 is an airworthiness directive affecting Airbus A330 aircraft modified under EASA Supplemental Type Certificate 10063798 for passenger to freighter conversion. It mandates inspections and modifications related to the rear fuselage to address potential structural integrity issues caused by differences in fastener sizes between the STC design and Airbus Service Bulletin requirements.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A330

EASA AD 2025-0288R1

Jun 26, 2026

Engine – Low Pressure Compressor Blades – Removal from Service

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2025-0288R1 is an updated regulatory requirement addressing the removal from service of certain low pressure compressor blades installed on Rolls-Royce Deutschland RB211 Trent 700 engines, commonly found on Airbus A330 aircraft. The directive identifies specific part numbers and serial numbers of affected compressor blades that have undergone non-conforming repairs, posing a risk of blade cracking and potential engine failure. It mandates inspections, removal, and replacement of these parts to ensure continued airworthiness.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg RB211 TRENT 700
  • Airbus A330

EASA PAD 26-073

Jun 17, 2026

Engine Oil – Lubrication / Scavenge Oil Pumps – Installation Criteria

EASA Airworthiness Directive PAD No. 26-073 is a proposed directive addressing installation criteria for lubrication and scavenge oil pumps on Rolls-Royce Trent 7000 series engines, which power Airbus A330 (NEO) aircraft. The directive applies to specific part numbers of oil pumps installed on Trent 7000-68, -70, -72, -72C, and -72D engines. It aims to ensure proper installation to prevent engine failures related to low oil pressure.

Proposed AD
  • Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg TRENT 7000
  • Airbus A330

EASA AD 2026-0060R1

Jun 9, 2026

Fuel – Fuel Low Pressure Shut-Off Valve – Leak Check

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2026-0060R1 is a regulatory update addressing fuel low pressure shut-off valve (LPSOV) leak checks on Airbus A330 and A340 aeroplanes. It applies to specific Airbus A330 and A340 models equipped with affected LPSOV parts identified by certain part numbers. The directive mandates repetitive leak checks and corrective actions to prevent fuel leaks that could lead to fire hazards.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A330
  • Airbus A340

EASA AD 2026-0042

Mar 3, 2026

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks — Airworthiness Limitations Section Part 1 — Safe Life Airworthiness Limitation Items — Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2026-0042 is an amendment addressing the Time Limits and Maintenance Checks in the Airworthiness Limitations Section Part 1 for Airbus A330 aeroplanes, including models A330-201 through A330-941. This directive updates the safe life airworthiness limitation items to ensure continued airworthiness of these aircraft. It applies to all manufacturer serial numbers of the specified Airbus A330 models.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A330

EASA AD 2026-0035

Feb 25, 2026

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks — Airworthiness Limitations Section Part 1 — Safe Life Airworthiness Limitation Items — Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2026-0035 is an amendment addressing time limits and maintenance checks for Airbus A330-743L aeroplanes. It updates the Airworthiness Limitations Section Part 1 concerning Safe Life Airworthiness Limitation Items to ensure continued airworthiness. This directive applies to all manufacturer serial numbers of the Airbus A330-743L model.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A330

EASA AD 2026-0036

Feb 25, 2026

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks — Airworthiness Limitations Section Part 2 — Damage Tolerant Airworthiness Limitation Items — Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2026-0036 is an amendment addressing the Airworthiness Limitations Section Part 2 for Airbus A330-743L aeroplanes. It mandates compliance with updated damage tolerant airworthiness limitation items to ensure continued airworthiness of these aircraft. The directive applies to all Airbus A330-743L serial numbers and updates maintenance requirements.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A330

EASA PAD 26-030

Feb 12, 2026

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

EASA Airworthiness Directive 26-030 is a proposed amendment affecting Airbus A330 aeroplanes, including models A330-201 through A330-941. It updates the Airworthiness Limitation Section Part 4, which covers System Equipment Maintenance Requirements, to ensure continued airworthiness. The directive applies to all manufacturer serial numbers and references Airbus A330 ALS Part 4 SEMR Revision 11.

Proposed AD
  • Airbus A330