EASA Regulations for Airbus A330

220 airworthiness directives and regulations affecting Airbus A330.

EASA AD 2022-0227

Nov 24, 2022

Pneumatic – High Pressure Valve – Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0227 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A330-841 and A330-941 aeroplanes. It addresses issues related to the engine bleed air system high pressure valve (HPV) clips, specifically Part Number 6764-222, requiring inspections, maintenance, and amendments to the Airplane Flight Manual and Master Minimum Equipment List. The directive aims to prevent potential damage caused by leaking HPV clips that could lead to loss of aircraft control.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Airbus A330841941

EASA AD 2022-0222

Nov 21, 2022

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.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A330243243F341342343743L

EASA AD 2021-0252R1

Oct 12, 2022

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.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A330

EASA AD 2021-0246R1

Oct 12, 2022

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks – Safe Life Airworthiness Limitations Items – ALS Part 1 – Amendment

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.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Airbus A330

EASA AD 2021-0250R1

Oct 12, 2022

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks – System Equipment Maintenance Requirements – ALS Part 4 – Amendment

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.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Airbus A330201202203223223F243243F301302303321322323341342343841941

EASA AD 2022-0197

Sep 22, 2022

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.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A330
  • Airbus A340

EASA AD 2022-0189

Sep 19, 2022

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.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A330
  • Airbus A340

EASA AD 2022-0190

Sep 14, 2022

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.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A330

EASA AD 2022-0187

Sep 13, 2022

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks – Damage Tolerant Airworthiness Limitation Items – ALS Part 2 – Amendment

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.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Airbus A330201202203223243301302303321322323341342343941

EASA AD 2022-0181

Aug 29, 2022

Pneumatic – High Pressure Valve – Inspection / Replacement

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.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Airbus A330841941

EASA AD 2022-0175

Aug 23, 2022

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.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A330
  • Airbus A340

EASA AD 2022-0170-E

Aug 17, 2022

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.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Airbus A330841941

EASA AD 2022-0025R2

Aug 9, 2022

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.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A330
  • Airbus A340

EASA AD 2022-0133

Jul 5, 2022

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.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A330201202203301302303

EASA AD 2019-0315R1

Jun 27, 2022

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.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A330

EASA AD 2018-0226-CN

May 10, 2022

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.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A330
  • Airbus A340

EASA AD 2019-0138R1

May 9, 2022

[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.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A330
  • Airbus A340