EASA Regulations for Airbus A330

210 airworthiness directives and regulations affecting Airbus A330.

EASA AD 26-089

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.

Jul 24, 2026

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EASA AD 2026-0135

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.

Jul 9, 2026

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EASA AD 2025-0288R1

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.

Jun 26, 2026

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EASA AD 26-073

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.

Jun 17, 2026

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EASA AD 2026-0060R1

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.

Jun 9, 2026

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EASA AD 2026-0042

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.

Mar 3, 2026

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EASA AD 2026-0035

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.

Feb 25, 2026

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EASA AD 2026-0036

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.

Feb 25, 2026

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EASA AD 26-030

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.

Feb 12, 2026

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EASA AD 26-029

Stabilizers — NACA Vent Intake Panel — Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 26-029 is a proposed directive addressing Airbus A330 series aeroplanes, specifically models A330-202, A330-243, A330-243F, A330-302, A330-323, A330-343, A330-841, and A330-941 with certain modifications. The directive focuses on modifying the NACA vent intake panel installation on the stabilizers to prevent potential fuel leaks. This action is intended to enhance safety by reducing the risk of fire due to lightning ignition.

Feb 10, 2026

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EASA AD 2026-0025

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

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2026-0025 is an amendment affecting Airbus A330 series aeroplanes, including models A330-201 through A330-941. It mandates compliance with updated airworthiness limitations related to Damage Tolerant Airworthiness Limitation Items as specified in Airbus A330 Airworthiness Limitations Section Part 2 Revision 08 Issue 02. This directive ensures continued airworthiness by enforcing maintenance tasks and intervals approved by EASA.

Feb 10, 2026

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EASA AD 26-016

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

EASA Airworthiness Directive 26-016 is a proposed amendment affecting Airbus A330 aeroplanes, including models A330-201 through A330-941. It updates the Airworthiness Limitations Section Part 1 related to Safe Life Airworthiness Limitation Items. This directive ensures continued airworthiness by mandating compliance with the latest Airbus A330 ALS Part 1 Revision 14.

Jan 29, 2026

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EASA AD 2025-0286

Aircraft Flight Manual — Emergency Procedure Section — Amendment; Master Minimum Equipment List — Amendment; Communications — Digital Radio and Audio Integrating Management System — Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2025-0286 is an amendment addressing Airbus A330-941 aeroplanes with specific manufacturer serial numbers. It mandates updates to the Aircraft Flight Manual emergency procedures, amendments to the Master Minimum Equipment List, and modifications to the Communications system involving the Digital Radio and Audio Integrating Management System. This directive ensures continued airworthiness and operational safety of affected Airbus A330 aircraft.

Dec 17, 2025

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EASA AD 2025-0289

Wings — Centre Wing Box Fastener Holes at Frame 40 Vertical Web — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2025-0289 is an airworthiness directive issued by EASA concerning Airbus A330-743L aeroplanes. It mandates inspections of the centre wing box fastener holes at Frame 40 vertical web to detect cracks that could compromise the structural integrity of the aircraft's centre fuselage. The directive applies to all manufacturer serial numbers of the Airbus A330-743L.

Dec 17, 2025

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EASA AD 25-194

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

EASA Airworthiness Directive Proposal PAD No. 25-194 addresses fuel low pressure shut-off valve leak checks on Airbus A330 and A340 aeroplanes. It applies to specific models including A330-243, A330-243F, A330-341, A330-342, A330-343, A330-743L, A330-841, A330-941, and A340-211 through A340-643 series. The directive targets certain fuel low pressure shut-off valve part numbers to prevent fuel leaks that could lead to fire hazards.

Dec 16, 2025

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EASA AD 2025-0251

Structure — Structural Parts — Replacement / Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2025-0251 is issued for Airbus A330-343 aircraft, specifically those with manufacturer serial number 791 modified by EASA Supplemental Type Certificate STC 10063798 for passenger to freighter conversion. This directive addresses potential structural integrity issues due to incorrect heat treatment of certain structural parts identified as Group 1 and Group 2. The directive mandates replacement and inspection actions to ensure continued airworthiness.

Nov 24, 2025

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EASA AD 2025-0241

Navigation — Angle of Attack Backplate — Repair

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2025-0241 is an airworthiness directive affecting Airbus A330 and A340 aeroplanes, specifically those with Angle of Attack (AOA) backplates having Part Number A5341054920000. The directive addresses potential safety issues related to incorrect data in Airbus technical drawings used for reinstalling AOA backplates. It mandates inspections and corrective actions to ensure the accuracy and reliability of AOA sensor data on affected aircraft.

Oct 29, 2025

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EASA AD 2021-0281R3

Aircraft Flight Manual / Engine Bleed Air System — Amendment / Pneumatic — Engine Bleed Air System — Maintenance Tasks

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0281R3 is an amendment addressing the engine bleed air system on Airbus A330 series aeroplanes, including models A330-201 through A330-743L. It mandates updates to the Aircraft Flight Manual and maintenance tasks related to the pneumatic engine bleed air system to mitigate risks of engine bleed system over-temperature and valve malfunctions. The directive applies to all manufacturer serial numbers of the affected A330 variants.

Oct 20, 2025

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EASA SIB 2025-08

Failure of the Digital Radio and Audio Integrated Management System on the Airbus A320 NEO and A330 Family Aeroplanes

The EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2025-08 addresses failures of the Digital Radio and Audio Integrated Management System (DRAIMS) on Airbus A320 NEO and A330 family aeroplanes. These failures can cause partial or total loss of radio communications, transponder, and Airborne Collision Avoidance System (ACAS) functionality, impacting flight safety and Air Traffic Control operations. The bulletin raises awareness of these issues and provides information on temporary procedures and ongoing software modifications.

Oct 20, 2025

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EASA AD 2025-0219

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2026-0035

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2025-0219 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A330-743L aeroplanes. It mandates compliance with updated airworthiness limitations specified in the Airbus A330-700L Airworthiness Limitations Section Part 1 Variation 0.4. The directive ensures the continued airworthiness of these aircraft by enforcing replacement of life-limited parts and maintenance program revisions.

Oct 6, 2025

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