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EASA Regulations for Airbus A340

140 airworthiness directives and regulations affecting Airbus A340.

EASA AD 2020-0265

Fuel System — Auxiliary Power Unit Aft Fuel Pump — Replacement / Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0265 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A330 and A340 aeroplanes. It addresses the replacement or modification of the Auxiliary Power Unit (APU) aft fuel pumps, specifically those with part numbers P93A19-202 and P93A19-203, to ensure continued safe operation of these aircraft models.

Dec 2, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A330Airbus A340

EASA AD 2020-0248

[Correction] Flight Controls — Backup Control Module — Modification / Fuel — Fuel Control and Monitoring Computer — Modification / Indicating / Recording Systems — Flight Warning Computer — Modification / Landing Gear — Braking and Steering Control Unit — Modification / Replacement / Fuselage — Circumferential and Longitudinal Joints — Modification / Wings — Leading Edge Overhang — Reinforcement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0248 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting specific Airbus A340-541 and A340-642 aeroplanes with manufacturer serial numbers 371, 383, 464, 624, 628, 698, 775, and 779. The directive mandates modifications to various aircraft systems including flight controls, fuel control and monitoring computers, flight warning computers, braking and steering control units, fuselage joints, and wing leading edge overhangs. These modifications are required to ensure continued airworthiness and address previously identified unsafe conditions.

Nov 17, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A340Airbus A340-541Airbus A340-642

EASA AD 2020-0255

Equipment / Furnishings — Lower Deck Mobile Crew Rest Fire Extinguisher Bottle Outlet Tube — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0255 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A330 and A340 aeroplanes equipped with a lower deck mobile crew rest (LDMCR) fire extinguisher assembly. The directive addresses a potential issue with the halon outlet tube connection on certain fire extinguisher bottles installed in these aircraft models. It mandates replacement of the affected halon outlet tubes to ensure proper fire suppression functionality.

Nov 13, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A330Airbus A340

EASA AD 2020-0100R1

Equipment / Furnishings — Cargo Compartment Lining Panels — Repair / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0100R1 is an amendment addressing repair and replacement of cargo compartment lining panels made of honeycomb core material on Airbus A330, A340, A350, and A380 aeroplanes. It targets panels repaired with 'Speedpatch AF800 series' patches on both sides, which do not meet flame penetration standards, posing a fire risk. The directive applies to all manufacturer serial numbers of the affected Airbus models.

Nov 4, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A330Airbus A340Airbus A350Airbus A380

EASA AD 2020-0172

Wings — Lower Skin Covers at Rib Bays — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0172 is an airworthiness directive addressing inspection requirements for Airbus A340-541, A340-542, A340-642, and A340-643 aeroplanes. It mandates inspections of the wing lower skin covers at specific rib bays on both left-hand and right-hand wings to detect cracks that could compromise structural integrity. The directive applies to certain manufacturer serial numbers as identified in the associated Airbus Service Bulletin.

Aug 3, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A340Airbus A340-541Airbus A340-542Airbus A340-642Airbus A340-643

EASA AD 2020-0093

Hydraulic Power — Ground Service Manifold Manual Valve Attachment Screws — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0093 is an airworthiness directive addressing the replacement of manual valve attachment screws on ground service manifold units installed on Airbus A330 and A340 aeroplanes. It applies to specific part numbers 70902-3, 70902-4, and 70902-5 with certain screws and aims to prevent hydraulic system failures. The directive supersedes a previous AD and mandates repetitive replacement of these screws to ensure continued safe operation.

Apr 24, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A330Airbus A340

EASA AD 2020-0083

Equipment / Furnishings — Emergency Locator Transmitter — Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0083 is an airworthiness directive addressing Airbus A330 and A340 aeroplanes equipped with certain Emergency Locator Transmitters (ELTs). It applies to specific ELT part numbers installed on these aircraft, excluding those with certain Airbus modifications already embodied. The directive mandates a modification to improve ELT battery protection to prevent potential fire hazards.

Apr 3, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A330Airbus A340

EASA AD 2020-0077

Flight Controls — Stop Rudder Input Warning Device — Installation / Activation

Flight Controls — Stop Rudder Input Warning Device — Installation / Activation is an AIRBUS S.A.S. document applicable to the Airbus A330 and A340 aircraft types. It addresses the installation and activation of a warning device designed to stop rudder input under certain conditions. This document provides guidance to ensure proper implementation of this safety feature on the specified aircraft models.

Mar 31, 2020
OtherMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A330Airbus A340

EASA AD 2020-0076

Landing Gear — Free Fall Actuators — Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0076 is an airworthiness directive addressing the inspection and replacement of free fall actuators (FFA) with part number AR02404 installed on the landing gear of Airbus A330 and A340 aeroplanes. It applies to multiple A330 and A340 variants and mandates testing and eventual replacement of affected FFAs to ensure safe landing gear extension by free fall method.

Mar 30, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A330Airbus A340

EASA AD 2019-0291R1

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2020-0283

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0291R1 is an updated safety directive addressing fuel pump erosion issues on Airbus A330 and A340 aeroplanes, including the A330-941 variant. It mandates inspections and potential replacement of specific fuel pumps with part numbers 568-1-28300-101, 568-1-28300-103, and 568-1-28300-200 installed at designated locations to prevent fuel tank ignition risks. This directive applies to all manufacturer serial numbers of the affected models.

Mar 4, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A330Airbus A340

EASA AD 2020-0044

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2024-0002

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0044 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency addressing certain CFM International CFM56-5B, CFM56-5C, and CFM56-7B engine models installed on Airbus A318, A319, A320, A321, A340, and Boeing 737 series aircraft. The directive mandates inspection and potential replacement of high-pressure turbine inner stationary seals to prevent damage caused by honeycomb separation. This directive aims to ensure continued airworthiness and safety of affected engines and aircraft.

Mar 3, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtCFM International CFM56-5BCFM International CFM56-5CCFM International CFM56-7BAirbus A318Airbus A319Airbus A320Airbus A321Airbus A340Boeing 737

EASA AD 2019-0297R1

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2020-0172

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0297R1 is an updated directive addressing inspection requirements for Airbus A340-541, A340-542, A340-642, and A340-643 aeroplanes. It mandates inspections of the wing lower skin covers at specific rib bays to detect cracks that could compromise wing structural integrity. The directive applies to all manufacturer serial numbers except for MSN 601, 604, 672, and 744.

Jan 16, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A340Airbus A340-541Airbus A340-542Airbus A340-642Airbus A340-643

EASA AD 2020-0007

Engine — Rotating Air High Pressure Turbine Front Seal — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0007 is a regulatory document addressing the replacement of rotating air high pressure turbine (HPT) front seals on CFM International CFM56-5B, CFM56-5C, and CFM56-7B engines. These engines are installed on various Airbus models including A318, A319, A320, A321, A340, and Boeing 737-600, 737-700, 737-800, and 737-900 aircraft. The directive mandates inspections and replacement of specific affected HPT front seals to prevent potential uncontained engine failures.

Jan 15, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtCFM International CFM56-5BCFM International CFM56-5CCFM International CFM56-7BAirbus A318Airbus A319Airbus A320Airbus A321Airbus A340Boeing 737-600Boeing 737-700Boeing 737-800Boeing 737-900

EASA AD 2019-0312

Aircraft Flight Manual — Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0312 is an amendment concerning Airbus A330 and A340 aeroplanes. It addresses the removal of specific Aircraft Flight Manual Temporary Revisions (AFM TRs) related to emergency procedures that are no longer applicable after certain modifications. This directive applies to all manufacturing serial numbers of the affected Airbus A330 and A340 models.

Dec 20, 2019
Airworthiness DirectiveFlight OpsSafety MgmtAirbus A330Airbus A340

EASA AD 2019-0264

Landing Gear — Main Landing Gear Bogie Beam — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0264 is an airworthiness directive addressing the replacement of main landing gear bogie beams on Airbus A340-541, A340-542, A340-642, and A340-643 aeroplanes. The directive targets specific bogie beams with part numbers 50-1217001-03 and 50-1217001-04 that may have incorrect life limitations. It mandates replacement of these affected parts to ensure continued airworthiness and safety.

Oct 23, 2019
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A340Airbus A340-541Airbus A340-542Airbus A340-642Airbus A340-643

EASA AD 2019-0243

Fuselage — Structure Frames and Joints — Modification / Reinforcement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0243 is a regulatory document addressing structural modifications and reinforcements for Airbus A340-211, A340-212, A340-213, A340-311, A340-312, and A340-313 aeroplanes. It mandates specific modifications to fuselage structure frames and joints to ensure continued airworthiness and structural integrity. The directive applies to all manufacturer serial numbers of the affected Airbus A340 models.

Sep 30, 2019
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A340Airbus A340-211Airbus A340-212Airbus A340-213Airbus A340-311Airbus A340-312Airbus A340-313

EASA AD 2019-0226

Landing Gear — Centre Landing Gear Wheel Axle — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0226 is an airworthiness directive addressing the replacement of centre landing gear wheel axles on Airbus A340-541, A340-542, A340-642, and A340-643 aeroplanes. The directive targets specific wheel axles with part numbers 55-1107065-00 and 55-1107069-00 that have been identified as affected due to corrosion found during overhaul. It mandates replacement of these affected parts to ensure continued airworthiness.

Sep 11, 2019
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A340Airbus A340-541Airbus A340-542Airbus A340-642Airbus A340-643

EASA AD 2018-0249R1

[Correction] Wings — Centre Wing Box Fastener Holes at Frame 40 Vertical Web — Inspection / Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0249R1 is a regulatory update addressing inspection and modification requirements for the centre wing box fastener holes at Frame 40 vertical web on Airbus A330 and A340 aeroplanes. It applies to multiple A330 and A340 variants, excluding those with specific Airbus Repair Instructions embodied. The directive mandates repetitive special detailed inspections and corrective actions to ensure structural integrity of the centre fuselage.

Aug 2, 2019
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A330Airbus A340

EASA AD 2019-0176

Oxygen — Passenger Oxygen Containers — Inspection / Replacement

The document titled 'Oxygen — Passenger Oxygen Containers — Inspection / Replacement' applies to AIRBUS S.A.S. A330 and A340 aircraft types. It addresses the inspection and replacement requirements for passenger oxygen containers to ensure continued airworthiness and safety. The document provides guidance on maintaining the oxygen supply systems critical for passenger safety during flight.

Jul 19, 2019
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A330Airbus A340