EASA Regulations for Airbus A330

220 airworthiness directives and regulations affecting Airbus A330.

EASA AD 2019-0047

Mar 11, 2019

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

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0047 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A330 aeroplanes, including models A330-201 through A330-343. It mandates compliance with updated airworthiness limitations related to system equipment maintenance requirements as specified in Airbus A330 Airworthiness Limitations Section Part 4 Revision 07. The directive ensures continued safe operation by enforcing maintenance tasks and life limit replacements.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Airbus A330

EASA AD 2019-0042

Feb 27, 2019

Power Plant — Engine Air Inlet Cowl Acoustic Panels — Inspection / Repair / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0042 is an official regulatory document addressing inspection, repair, and replacement of engine air inlet cowl acoustic panels on Airbus A330-243, A330-243F, A330-341, A330-342, and A330-343 aeroplanes equipped with Rolls-Royce Trent 700 engines. The directive focuses on affected parts with Part Numbers SJ30020 and SJ30361 to prevent potential in-flight detachment of acoustic panels. It mandates repetitive detailed inspections and corrective actions to ensure continued airworthiness.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A330243243F341342343

EASA AD 2018-0259R1

Feb 7, 2019

Information Systems – Electronic Flight Bag Universal Serial Bus Receptacle – Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0259R1 is an updated directive addressing safety concerns related to USB receptacles installed in various aircraft including Fokker F27 and F28 models, Airbus A318 through A340 series, ATR42 and ATR72, Boeing 737 through 777, and Bombardier CL-600 and DHC-8 aircraft. The directive mandates modifications to the affected Lone Star Aviation USB receptacle part number LS03-05050-A to prevent overheating and smoke/fumes in the cockpit. It applies to aircraft with these USB receptacles installed via Fokker Services Supplemental Type Certificates, Service Bulletins, or minor modifications.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Airbus A318
  • Airbus A319
  • Airbus A320
  • Airbus A321
  • Airbus A330
  • Airbus A340
  • ATR ATR42
  • ATR ATR72
  • Boeing 737
  • Boeing 757
  • Boeing 767
  • Boeing 777
  • Bombardier CL-600 (Challenger)
  • De Havilland Canada DHC-8
  • Fokker CRR-0185
  • Fokker CRR-0186
  • Fokker CRR-0190
  • Fokker CRR-0210
  • Fokker CRR-0241
  • Fokker CRR-0265
  • Fokker CRR-0300
  • MHI RJ Aviation CL-600 (Regional Jet)
  • Fokker F27
  • Fokker F28
  • Boeing 747
  • Bombardier CL-600
  • Bombardier DHC-8

EASA AD 2019-0027

Feb 4, 2019

Oxygen – Oxygen Crew and Courier Distribution System Flexible Hoses – Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0027 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A330-223F and A330-243F freighter aeroplanes. It addresses the inspection and replacement of flexible hoses in the Oxygen Crew and Courier Distribution System (OCCDS) to prevent oxygen leakage. The directive mandates repetitive detailed inspections and functional testing of specific part numbers of flexible hoses and requires replacement if any damage or leakage is found.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Airbus A330223F243F

EASA AD 2019-0026

Feb 4, 2019

Wings — Slat Tracks Number 10 — Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0026 is an airworthiness directive addressing Airbus A330 and A340 aeroplanes. It focuses on the inspection and replacement of wing slat tracks number 10 installed on Slat 4 on both left and right sides, specifically parts with part numbers F574-64110-000 or F574-64110-002. The directive mandates inspections and replacement to ensure continued airworthiness and safety.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A330
  • Airbus A340

EASA AD 2018-0144R1

Jan 31, 2019

Fuselage — Emergency Locator Transmitter Antenna — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0144R1 is an updated regulatory document addressing inspection and modification requirements for the Emergency Locator Transmitter (ELT) antenna installation on Airbus A330 and A340 aircraft models. It applies specifically to Airbus A330-201 through A330-343 and A340-642 and A340-643 aeroplanes. The directive mandates inspections and corrective actions to prevent structural damage caused by vibration loads related to the 2KU-Band antenna installation.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A330
  • Airbus A340

EASA AD 2019-0010

Jan 23, 2019

SAFRAN AEROSYSTEMS - Equipment / Furnishing - Life Jacket - Removal / Repair

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0010 is an official regulatory document addressing safety concerns related to certain life jackets manufactured by Safran Aerosystems and Zodiac Aerosafety Systems. The affected life jackets, identified by specific part numbers 210225-2, 216200-0, and 216203-0 and serial numbers listed in the directive, are installed on various aircraft including ATR 42, ATR 72, Airbus A318, A319, A320, A321, A330, A340, A350, and A380 models. This directive mandates inspection and repair or replacement of these life jackets to ensure their proper function in emergency situations.

Airworthiness Directive
  • ATR 42
  • ATR 72
  • Airbus A318
  • Airbus A319
  • Airbus A320
  • Airbus A321
  • Airbus A330
  • Airbus A340
  • Airbus A350
  • Airbus A380

EASA AD 2018-0276R1

Jan 15, 2019

[Correction] Fuselage — Structural Parts / Joints — Modification / Reinforcement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0276R1 is a corrective revision addressing structural modifications and reinforcements for Airbus A330 series aeroplanes. It applies to multiple A330 variants including A330-200, A330-200F, and A330-300 models, focusing on fuselage structural parts and joints to prevent widespread fatigue damage. The directive mandates compliance with specific Airbus Service Bulletins to ensure continued airworthiness.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A330200200F300

EASA AD 2012-0053R1

Nov 27, 2018

Landing Gear – Main and Center Landing Gear Bogie Pivot Pins – Inspection / Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2012-0053R1 is a regulatory document addressing inspection and modification requirements for the main and center landing gear bogie pivot pins on Airbus A330 and A340 aeroplanes. It applies to multiple A330 and A340 variants except those modified with specific Airbus modifications 207165 or 207649. The directive mandates repetitive inspections to detect cracks or degradation in bogie pivot pins and bushes to prevent potential landing gear collapse.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Airbus A330
  • Airbus A340

EASA AD 2018-0227

Oct 22, 2018

Exhaust — Thrust Reverser Latch Beam Gussets — Inspection / Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0227 is an airworthiness directive affecting Airbus A330-223, A330-223F, A330-321, A330-322, and A330-323 aeroplanes equipped with certain Pratt & Whitney thrust reverser assemblies. It mandates inspection and potential modification of the thrust reverser latch beam gussets to address fatigue cracking issues. The directive aims to ensure continued safe operation of these aircraft by preventing possible thrust reverser part failure.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A330

EASA AD 2018-0228

Oct 22, 2018

Power Plant — Engine Air Inlet Cowl Inner Barrel Lower Panels — Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0228 is an airworthiness directive addressing Airbus A330-201, A330-202, A330-203, A330-301, A330-302, and A330-303 aeroplanes equipped with General Electric CF6-80E1 engines. It mandates inspections and potential replacement of the engine air inlet cowl inner barrel lower panels due to reported disbonding issues that could lead to in-flight detachment. The directive includes detailed inspection and modification procedures to ensure continued airworthiness.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A330

EASA AD 2018-0198

Sep 6, 2018

Nacelles / Pylons — Lower Aft Pylon Fairing Drain Pipe and U-Shapes — Inspection / Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0198 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A330-201, A330-202, A330-203, A330-301, A330-302, and A330-303 aeroplanes. It addresses inspection and modification requirements for the lower aft pylon fairing drain pipe and U-shapes to prevent hydraulic fluid leakage and potential fire hazards. The directive applies to aircraft not modified by Airbus modification 207430 or Airbus Service Bulletin A330-54-3041.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A330201202203301302303

EASA AD 2018-0188R1

Sep 5, 2018

Engine – Low Pressure Compressor Blades – Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0188R1 is an amendment addressing safety concerns for Rolls-Royce RB211 Trent 700 engines, commonly installed on Airbus A330 aircraft. The directive mandates ultrasonic inspections of specific low pressure compressor blades to detect potential blade release risks. It applies to various part numbers of compressor blades and aims to prevent engine damage and possible injury due to blade failure.

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

EASA AD 2018-0196

Sep 5, 2018

Flight Controls — Flight Control Primary Computer — Modification / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0196 is an airworthiness directive affecting Airbus A330-202, A330-203, and A330-243 aeroplanes equipped with Flight Control Primary Computer (FCPC) software standard MRTT3 or earlier. The directive mandates modification or replacement of the FCPC software to a newer standard MRTT4 to enhance Angle of Attack (AOA) blockage detection and improve flight safety. It also allows removal of a previously required operational procedure from the Aircraft Flight Manual after compliance.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A330

EASA AD 2018-0150

Jul 16, 2018

Landing Gear — Repaired Main Landing Gear Wheel Axles — Reduced Life Limit

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0150 addresses the reduced life limits for repaired main landing gear (MLG) wheel axles on Airbus A330 and A340 aeroplanes. This directive applies to specific serial numbers and part numbers of MLG wheel axles repaired by three identified Maintenance Repair Organisations (MROs). It mandates identification and replacement of affected axles to ensure continued airworthiness.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A330
  • Airbus A340

EASA AD 2018-0147

Jul 13, 2018

Fuselage — Cabin and Cargo Compartments Structural Parts — Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0147 is an airworthiness directive affecting Airbus A330 series aeroplanes, specifically models A330-201 through A330-343 with certain manufacturer serial numbers. It addresses inspection and replacement requirements for fuselage cabin and cargo compartment structural parts that may have been improperly heat-treated during manufacturing. The directive mandates inspections to ensure structural integrity and prevent potential fatigue-related failures.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A330

EASA AD 2018-0146

Jul 12, 2018

Fuselage — Frame 40 Skin Panel Junction — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0146 is an airworthiness directive addressing inspection requirements for Airbus A330-223F and A330-243F freighter aircraft. It mandates repetitive special detailed inspections of the fuselage frame 40 lower shell panel junction to detect cracks or fastener hole damage that could compromise structural integrity. The directive applies to all manufacturer serial numbers of these aircraft models.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A330223F243F

EASA AD 2017-0246R1

Apr 6, 2018

Flight Controls — Flight Control Primary Computer — Modification / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2017-0246R1 is an amendment addressing Airbus A330 series aeroplanes equipped with specific Flight Control Primary Computer (FCPC) software and hardware versions. It mandates modification or replacement of FCPC software to newer standards to enhance Angle of Attack (AOA) blockage detection and improve flight safety. The directive also updates operational procedures related to the Aircraft Flight Manual (AFM) emergency revisions for certain AOA sensor configurations.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A330