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EASA Regulations for Airbus A330

197 airworthiness directives and regulations affecting Airbus A330.

EASA AD 2022-0222

Engine Exhaust — Thrust Reverser Lower Beam — Inspection / Repair

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0222 is an airworthiness directive affecting Airbus A330-243, A330-243F, A330-341, A330-342, A330-343, and A330-743L aeroplanes equipped with Trent 700 engines. It mandates inspections and repairs of the thrust reverser lower beam to address thermal degradation and fatigue issues that could compromise structural integrity. The directive includes detailed inspection procedures and corrective actions to ensure continued airworthiness.

Nov 21, 2022
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EASA AD 2021-0250R1

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2024-0014

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0250R1 is an updated directive affecting all Airbus A330 models, including A330-201, A330-202, A330-203, A330-223, A330-223F, A330-243, A330-243F, A330-301, A330-302, A330-303, A330-321, A330-322, A330-323, A330-341, A330-342, A330-343, A330-841, and A330-941. It mandates compliance with the Airbus A330 Airworthiness Limitations Section (ALS) Part 4 Revision 8, which contains system equipment maintenance requirements essential for continued airworthiness. This directive ensures operators maintain updated maintenance tasks and life limits for components to prevent unsafe conditions.

Oct 12, 2022
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EASA AD 2021-0246R1

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2024-0213

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0246R1 is an updated directive addressing the safe life airworthiness limitations for Airbus A330 aeroplanes, including models A330-201 through A330-941. It mandates compliance with the Airbus A330 Airworthiness Limitations Section (ALS) Part 1, Revision 11, to ensure continued airworthiness of these aircraft. This directive applies to all manufacturer serial numbers of the affected Airbus A330 models.

Oct 12, 2022
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EASA AD 2021-0252R1

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks — Fuel Airworthiness Limitations — ALS Part 5 — Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0252R1 is an amendment addressing time limits and maintenance checks related to fuel airworthiness limitations for Airbus A330 aeroplanes. It applies to all Airbus A330 models including A330-201 through A330-941 with all manufacturer serial numbers. The directive mandates compliance with the Airbus A330 Airworthiness Limitations Section (ALS) Part 5 Revision 04 to ensure continued airworthiness.

Oct 12, 2022
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EASA AD 2022-0197

Fuel — Fuel Pump — Inspection / Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0197 is an official regulatory document addressing inspection and modification requirements for fuel pumps installed on Airbus A330 and A340 aeroplanes. It specifically targets fuel pumps with part numbers 568-1-28300-101, 568-1-28300-103, and 568-1-28300-200, installed at designated locations on these aircraft models. The directive aims to ensure continued airworthiness by mandating inspections and replacements to prevent fuel pump erosion that could lead to fuel tank ignition.

Sep 22, 2022
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EASA AD 2022-0189

Wings — Inboard Flap Parts — Identification / Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0189 is an airworthiness directive addressing the identification and inspection of inboard flap parts on Airbus A330 and A340 aeroplanes. It applies to multiple Airbus A330 and A340 variants, including the A330-743L model, focusing on detecting non-conforming aluminium alloy parts used in the inboard flaps. The directive mandates inspections and potential replacements to ensure structural integrity.

Sep 19, 2022
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EASA AD 2022-0190

Nacelles / Pylons — Lower Aft Pylon Fairings — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0190 is an airworthiness directive addressing inspection requirements for the lower aft pylon fairings (LAPF) on Airbus A330-223, A330-321, A330-322, and A330-323 aeroplanes. It mandates repetitive inspections to detect fatigue cracks that could compromise fire proofness in the event of an engine fire. The directive applies to all manufacturer serial numbers except those with specific Airbus modifications or service bulletins already embodied.

Sep 14, 2022
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EASA AD 2022-0187

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2024-0011

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0187 is an airworthiness directive issued for Airbus A330 series aeroplanes, including models A330-201 through A330-941. It mandates compliance with updated Damage Tolerant Airworthiness Limitation Items as specified in Airbus A330 Airworthiness Limitations Section Part 2 Revision 05. This directive ensures continued airworthiness by enforcing maintenance tasks and intervals approved by EASA.

Sep 13, 2022
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EASA AD 2022-0181

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2022-0227

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0181 is an airworthiness directive issued for Airbus A330-841 and A330-941 aeroplanes addressing issues related to the engine bleed air system high pressure valve (HPV) clips, part number 6764-222. The directive mandates amendments to the Airplane Flight Manual (AFM), updates to the Master Minimum Equipment List (MMEL), and repetitive inspections and replacements of HPV clips to prevent potential duct bursts and loss of airplane control.

Aug 29, 2022
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EASA AD 2022-0175

Airborne Auxiliary Power — Auxiliary Power Unit Tee Duct — Replacement

The document titled Airborne Auxiliary Power — Auxiliary Power Unit Tee Duct — Replacement addresses maintenance and replacement procedures for the Auxiliary Power Unit (APU) tee duct on AIRBUS S.A.S. A330 and A340 aircraft models. It provides guidance to ensure the continued airworthiness and safe operation of these aircraft by focusing on a critical component of the APU system.

Aug 23, 2022
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EASA AD 2022-0170-E

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2022-0181

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0170-E is an emergency directive affecting Airbus A330-841 and A330-941 aeroplanes. It addresses issues related to leaking Bleed System High Pressure Valves (HPV) that may cause damage to the Pressure Regulating Valve and potentially lead to loss of aircraft control. The directive mandates amendments to the Aircraft Flight Manual and imposes dispatch restrictions to mitigate the risk.

Aug 17, 2022
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EASA AD 2022-0025R2

Landing Gear — Main and Centre Landing Gear Bogie Pivot Pins — Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0025R2 is an updated regulatory requirement addressing inspection and replacement of main and centre landing gear bogie pivot pins on Airbus A330 and A340 aeroplanes. It applies to all manufacturer serial numbers of specified A330 and A340 models and mandates detailed visual inspections and corrective actions to detect and mitigate cracking and corrosion issues in the bogie pivot pins and bushes. The directive also defines serviceable parts, inspection procedures, and modification options to ensure continued airworthiness.

Aug 9, 2022
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EASA AD 2022-0133

Powerplant — Engine Inlet Attach Fittings — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0133 is an airworthiness directive addressing corrosion and cracking issues in engine inlet attach fittings on Airbus A330-201, A330-202, A330-203, A330-301, A330-302, and A330-303 aeroplanes. The directive mandates inspection and replacement of affected engine inlet attach fittings made of specific aluminum alloys to ensure continued airworthiness. It applies to all manufacturer serial numbers of the specified Airbus A330 models.

Jul 5, 2022
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EASA AD 2019-0315R1

Fuselage — Frame 67 Stringer 44 Right Hand — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0315R1 is an updated regulatory requirement addressing inspection procedures for the fuselage frame 67 stringer 44 right-hand area on Airbus A330 series aeroplanes. This directive applies to multiple Airbus A330 variants except those modified with Airbus Service Bulletin A330-53-3299. It mandates detailed inspections to detect potential structural damage that could compromise the bulk cargo door integrity.

Jun 27, 2022
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EASA AD 2018-0226-CN

CANCELLED: Stabilizers - Horizontal Stabilizer Centre Box Top Skin — Inspection / Repair

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0226-CN is a cancellation notice for the previous directive addressing inspection and repair of the horizontal stabilizer centre box top skin on Airbus A330 and A340 aeroplanes. The affected aircraft include various A330 and A340 models with specific manufacturer serial numbers as listed in the applicable Airbus Service Bulletins. This cancellation reflects that the inspection requirements have been incorporated into the Airworthiness Limitations Section, making the original directive redundant.

May 10, 2022
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EASA AD 2019-0138R1

[Correction] Stabilizers — Elevators — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0138R1 is a regulatory update addressing inspection requirements for the stabilizers and elevators on Airbus A330 and A340 aeroplanes. It mandates detailed inspections of specific left hand and right hand elevator parts to detect and correct disbonding caused by water ingress, which could compromise structural integrity and flight control. This directive applies to all manufacturer serial numbers of the affected Airbus A330 and A340 models.

May 9, 2022
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EASA AD 2022-0049

Landing Gear — Nose and Main Landing Gear Main Fittings and Main Landing Gear Sliding Pistons — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0049 is an airworthiness directive addressing the replacement of nose and main landing gear main fittings and main landing gear sliding pistons on Airbus A330 and A340 aeroplanes. It applies to all manufacturer serial numbers of specified A330 and A340 models. The directive mandates compliance with revised life limits and repair assessments to ensure continued airworthiness.

Mar 21, 2022
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