EASA Regulations for Airbus A340

136 airworthiness directives and regulations affecting Airbus A340.

EASA AD 2016-0152R1

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2021-0262

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2016-0152R1 is an updated directive affecting Airbus A340 series aeroplanes, including models A340-211, A340-212, A340-213, A340-311, A340-312, A340-313, A340-541, A340-542, A340-642, and A340-643. This directive mandates compliance with the Airbus A340 Airworthiness Limitations Section (ALS) Part 2, which covers damage tolerant airworthiness limitation items to ensure continued airworthiness and safety.

Mar 26, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A340Airbus A340-211Airbus A340-212Airbus A340-213Airbus A340-311Airbus A340-312Airbus A340-313Airbus A340-541Airbus A340-542Airbus A340-642Airbus A340-643

EASA AD 2018-0064

Hydraulic Power — Hydraulic Reservoir Pressure Relief Valve — Inspection / Replacement

Hydraulic Power — Hydraulic Reservoir Pressure Relief Valve — Inspection / Replacement is a technical document issued by AIRBUS S.A.S. concerning the inspection and replacement procedures for the hydraulic reservoir pressure relief valve on Airbus A330 and A340 aircraft. The document provides guidance to ensure the proper functioning and safety of the hydraulic power system in these aircraft types.

Mar 23, 2018
OtherMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A330Airbus A340

EASA AD 2018-0062

Hydraulic Power — Ram Air Turbine Hydraulic Pumps — Replacement

Hydraulic Power — Ram Air Turbine Hydraulic Pumps — Replacement is a regulatory document issued for AIRBUS S.A.S. A330 and A340 aircraft types. It addresses the replacement requirements for the hydraulic pumps associated with the Ram Air Turbine system on these aircraft models. The document aims to ensure continued hydraulic power reliability and safety during flight.

Mar 20, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A330Airbus A340

EASA AD 2018-0005

Fuselage — Fuselage Bulk Cargo Door Frames — Inspection / Repair

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0005 addresses inspection and repair requirements for fuselage bulk cargo door frames on Airbus A330 and A340 aeroplanes, specifically models with manufacturer serial numbers up to 1779. The directive focuses on detecting cracks caused by surface treatments affecting fatigue behavior in door fitting attachment holes. It mandates repetitive inspections and provides an optional modification to terminate these inspections.

Jan 10, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A330Airbus A340

EASA AD 2017-0245

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2018-0150

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2017-0245 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A330 and A340 aeroplanes. It addresses the reduced life limits of repaired main landing gear (MLG) wheel axles due to specific repairs that compromised their fatigue life. The directive applies to various A330 and A340 models, excluding certain serial numbers and those with specific Airbus modifications.

Dec 11, 2017
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A330Airbus A340

EASA AD 2014-0068R2

Fuselage — Trimmable Horizontal Stabilizer Support Struts — Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2014-0068R2 is an updated regulatory requirement addressing inspection and replacement of trimmable horizontal stabilizer (THS) support struts on Airbus A330 and A340-200/-300 series aircraft. It applies to specific serial numbers of these aircraft except those modified per Airbus Service Bulletins A330-53-3280 or A340-53-4240. The directive mandates detailed inspections for cracks in the THS support struts and corrective actions to maintain structural integrity of the horizontal tail plane.

Dec 8, 2017
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A330Airbus A340Airbus A340-200Airbus A340-300

EASA SIB 2014-07R1

Unexpected Autopilot Behaviour on Instrument Landing System (ILS) Approach

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2014-07R1 addresses unexpected autopilot behavior during Instrument Landing System (ILS) approaches, specifically when intercepting the glide slope (G/S) signal from above. The bulletin highlights incidents involving Boeing 737-800 and Airbus A340 aircraft where false glide slope signals caused sudden pitch-up maneuvers, risking stall conditions. It raises awareness among operators, Air Navigation Service Providers (ANSPs), and training organizations about this safety concern.

Aug 12, 2015
Safety Information BulletinFlight OpsTrainingSafety MgmtBoeing 737-800Airbus A340

EASA SIB 2010-10R1

Fuel Tank Safety — Flammability Reduction System (FRS) for High Flammability Exposure Fuel Tanks

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2010-10R1 is an informational document addressing fuel tank safety through the introduction of Flammability Reduction Systems (FRS) for high flammability exposure fuel tanks. It applies to Airbus A318, A319, A320, A321, A330, A340 and Boeing 737, 767, and 777 aircraft with center wing tanks manufactured from January 1, 2012. The bulletin provides background on the safety improvements following the TWA Flight 800 accident and outlines regulatory requirements for new production aircraft fuel tanks.

Nov 28, 2014
Safety Information BulletinSafety MgmtAirbus A318Airbus A319Airbus A320Airbus A321Airbus A330Airbus A340Boeing 737Boeing 767Boeing 777

EASA SIB 2014-29

WITHDRAWN: Comments received indicate the need for a review of applicable recommendation

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2014-29 provides clarification on the minimum cabin crew requirements for twin aisle aeroplanes including Airbus A300, A310, A330, A340, A380, A350 series, Boeing 747, 767, 777, 787, DC10, MD11 series, and Lockheed L1011 series. It explains the operational and certification regulations governing cabin crew numbers, emphasizing the need for at least one cabin crew member per emergency exit on twin aisle aircraft due to evacuation management challenges. The bulletin addresses misunderstandings arising from Commission Regulation (EU) No 965/2012 and highlights the importance of adequate cabin crew supervision for passenger safety during evacuations.

Oct 24, 2014
Safety Information BulletinFlight OpsSafety MgmtAirbus A300Airbus A310Airbus A330Airbus A340Airbus A380Airbus A350Boeing 747Boeing 767Boeing 777Boeing 787McDonnell Douglas DC10McDonnell Douglas MD11Lockheed L1011

EASA SIB 2014-05

Airbus A330/A340 Aeroplanes - Hydraulic Pump Electrical Motor Connectors Incorrect Installation

EASA Safety Information Bulletin SIB No. 2014-05 addresses incorrect installation of hydraulic pump electrical motor connectors on Airbus A330 and A340 aeroplanes. The bulletin covers multiple A330 and A340 variants and highlights issues related to internal arcing and fluid ingress caused by missing sealing plugs and incorrect sleeve installation. It provides information to raise awareness among operators and maintenance organizations about proper installation practices.

Feb 10, 2014
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A330Airbus A340

EASA SIB 2010-24

Airbus A340 Exhaust — Thrust Reverser (TR) Actuation System Doors — Recommended installation of warning placards

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2010-24 is an informational bulletin addressing the Airbus A340 exhaust thrust reverser (TR) actuation system doors. It applies to Airbus A340 models -211, -212, -213, -311, -312, and -313 across all manufacturer serial numbers. The bulletin recommends installing warning placards on certain thrust reverser cowls to support previous modifications mandated by EASA Airworthiness Directive 2010-0044.

Aug 13, 2010
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A340

EASA SIB 2009-06R1

WITHDRAWN - Rockwell-Collins GPS Receiver — Date Roll-Over Anomaly

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2009-06R1 is an informational bulletin addressing a software anomaly in certain Rockwell-Collins Multi-Mode Receivers (MMR) installed on various Boeing, Airbus, and Bombardier aircraft models. The anomaly causes a date roll-over error at midnight on 20/21 June 2009, resulting in the receiver reporting an incorrect date approximately 19.7 years off. Affected aircraft include Boeing 737, 747, 757, 767, 777, Airbus A300-600, A310, A320, A330, A340, A380, and Bombardier CL-600 series.

May 26, 2009
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 737Boeing 747Boeing 757Boeing 767Boeing 777Airbus A300-600Airbus A310Airbus A320Airbus A330Airbus A340Airbus A380Bombardier CL-600

EASA SIB 2008-86

Airbus A330-A340 - Uncertified Aircraft Configuration

EASA Safety Information Bulletin No: 2008 – 86 is an informational document addressing uncertified aircraft configurations affecting Airbus A330 and A340 models. It highlights incidents where unauthorized Flight Control Primary Computer (FCPC) configurations caused elevator and spoiler control issues, leading to unsafe aircraft behavior. The bulletin covers all serial numbers of specified Airbus A330 and A340 variants.

Nov 18, 2008
Safety Information BulletinSafety MgmtAirbus A330Airbus A340

EASA SIB 2008-35R1

WITHDRAWN - FAA SAIB NE-08-17R3 TRANSFERRED TO EASA SUP WEBPAGE

EASA Safety Information Bulletin SIB No. 2008-35 Revision 1 is a safety information bulletin addressing critical parts for CFM56 series engines that may have been improperly repaired and approved for return to service. This bulletin applies to CFM56 engines installed on or held as spares for aircraft including Airbus A318, A319, A320, A321, A340 series, Boeing 737 series, and McDonnell Douglas DC-8-70 series. The bulletin references the FAA Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin NE-08-17 Revision 1.

May 26, 2008
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A318Airbus A319Airbus A320Airbus A321Airbus A340Boeing 737McDonnell Douglas DC-8

EASA SIB 2007-43

WITHDRAWN - SEE FAA AD 2012-06-25

EASA Safety Information Notice No. 2007-43 is an informational document regarding the FAA Airworthiness Directive 2007-23-01, which addresses issues with Goodrich Evacuation Systems installed on Airbus A330 and A340 series aircraft. The affected evacuation systems, qualified under TSO-C69b, have experienced pressure relief valve leakage that impacts raft mode functionality. This notice informs stakeholders that EASA has not adopted the FAA AD but considers it an interim solution.

Nov 12, 2007
Safety Information BulletinSafety MgmtMaintenanceAirbus A330Airbus A340

EASA SIB 2007-12

Airbus A330 and A340 Aeroplanes - Installation of a Placard on Passenger/Crew and Emergency Exit Doors

EASA Safety Information Notice No. 2007-12 is a safety information notice addressing Airbus A330 and A340 aeroplanes, specifically models A330-200, A330-300, A340-200, A340-300, A340-500, and A340-600 series. The notice recommends installing a placard on passenger, crew, and emergency exit doors to ensure correct electrical harness routing for slide or slide/raft deployment.

Apr 24, 2007
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A330Airbus A340