EASA Regulations for Airbus A350

206 airworthiness directives and regulations affecting Airbus A350.

EASA AD 2019-0020

Flight Controls — Slat Geared Rotary Actuators — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0020 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A350-941 and A350-1041 aeroplanes. It addresses the replacement of slat geared rotary actuators (SGRA) with specific part numbers that have been found to have cracks due to manufacturing process issues. The directive mandates corrective actions to ensure continued safe operation of these aircraft.

Jan 31, 2019

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EASA AD 2019-0010

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.

Jan 23, 2019

Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtATR 42ATR 72Airbus A318Airbus A319Airbus A320Airbus A321Airbus A330Airbus A340Airbus A350Airbus A380

EASA AD 2018-0290

Stabilizer — Vertical Stabilizer Tension Bolts — Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0290 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A350-941 aeroplanes. It addresses corrosion protection issues in the vertical stabilizer tension bolts, specifically the section 19 holes of the Vertical Tail Plane tension bolts connection. The directive mandates modifications to improve corrosion protection to maintain structural integrity.

Dec 21, 2018

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EASA AD 2018-0271

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2019-0115

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0271 is an airworthiness directive issued for Airbus A350-941 aeroplanes with specific manufacturer serial numbers. It addresses the issue of baby bassinet inserts installed on stowages and partitions that were found loose due to missing application of a self-securing fixation device. The directive mandates repetitive inspections to ensure the tightness of these inserts to prevent potential detachment and injury.

Dec 12, 2018

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EASA AD 2018-0245R1

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2019-0168

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0245R1 is an amendment addressing safety concerns on Airbus A350-941 and A350-1041 aeroplanes related to the crew oxygen cylinder assemblies with part number 4441227-058-000. The directive mandates operational checks and replacement of affected oxygen cylinder assemblies to prevent potential ignition or fire during ground operational testing. This directive applies to all manufacturer serial numbers of the specified Airbus A350 models.

Dec 5, 2018

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EASA AD 2018-0244

Flight Controls — Flap / Slat Torque Shafts — Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0244 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A350-941 aeroplanes. It mandates inspection and potential replacement of flap and slat torque shaft junctions to ensure proper torque of nuts and prevent uncommanded slat or flap movements. The directive references Airbus Service Bulletin A350-27-P022 for detailed inspection and corrective actions.

Nov 13, 2018

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EASA AD 2018-0246

Pneumatic — Engine Bleed Air System — Modification Aircraft Flight Manual — Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0246 is an airworthiness directive affecting Airbus A350-941 and A350-1041 aeroplanes, excluding those with Airbus modification 113759 embodied in production. This directive addresses an issue with the engine bleed air system related to the Auxiliary Power Unit (APU) bleed leak alert and requires an amendment to the Aircraft Flight Manual (AFM).

Nov 13, 2018

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EASA AD 2018-0213R1

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2019-0301

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0213R1 is an amendment addressing a technical issue in the inboard aileron electro-hydrostatic actuators on Airbus A350-941 and A350-1041 aeroplanes. The directive requires updates to the Aircraft Flight Manual and installation of specific software modifications to prevent potential loss of inboard aileron control. This directive applies to all serial numbers except those with Airbus modifications 113758 and 113759 incorporated during production.

Nov 9, 2018

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EASA AD 2018-0243

Doors — Bulk Cargo Door Hinge Arms — Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0243 is an airworthiness directive issued for Airbus A350-941 and A350-1041 aeroplanes. It addresses issues related to the bulk cargo door hinge arms, specifically the bonding and securing of hinge arm bushes. The directive mandates modifications to affected bulk cargo doors to ensure continued airworthiness and safety.

Nov 8, 2018

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EASA AD 2018-0220

Wings — Wing Rib Foot to Wing Lower Cover Clearance — Inspection / Temporary Operational Restrictions

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0220 is an airworthiness directive issued by EASA affecting Airbus A350-941 and A350-1041 aeroplanes. It addresses a potential unsafe condition related to the clearance between wing rib feet and the wing lower cover, which could lead to fuel tank ignition under certain conditions. The directive mandates inspections and temporary operational restrictions to ensure continued airworthiness.

Oct 12, 2018

Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A350Airbus A350-941Airbus A350-1041

EASA AD 2016-0247-CN

CANCELLED: Engine Fuel & Control — P30 Sense Line Air Tube — Drainage / Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2016-0247-CN is a cancellation notice for the previously issued Emergency AD 2016-0247-E concerning Rolls-Royce Trent XWB engines installed on Airbus A350 aircraft. The directive addresses the drainage and inspection of the P30 sense line air tube related to engine fuel and control systems. This cancellation confirms that the unsafe condition previously identified no longer exists due to corrective software updates.

Sep 6, 2018

Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtRolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg TRENT XWBAirbus A350

EASA AD 2018-0178

Hydraulic System / Fuel Tank Inerting System — Engine Driven Pump Rapid Overheat — Master Minimum Equipment List Restriction / Software Update / Modification

Hydraulic System / Fuel Tank Inerting System — Engine Driven Pump Rapid Overheat — Master Minimum Equipment List Restriction / Software Update / Modification is a regulatory document concerning the Airbus A350 aircraft. It addresses issues related to rapid overheating of the engine-driven pump affecting the hydraulic and fuel tank inerting systems. The document outlines restrictions to the Master Minimum Equipment List (MMEL) and introduces software updates and modifications to mitigate these issues.

Aug 23, 2018

Master Minimum Equipment List RestrictionMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A350

EASA AD 2018-0179

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2019-0288

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0179 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A350-941 and A350-1041 aeroplanes. It mandates compliance with the updated Airbus A350 Airworthiness Limitations Section (ALS) Part 3, variation 4.2, which includes new and more restrictive Certification Maintenance Requirements (CMRs).

Aug 23, 2018

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EASA AD 2018-0145R3

Flight Controls — Elevators and Rudder Servocontrols — Replacement / Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0145R3 is an updated regulatory requirement addressing flight controls on Airbus A350-941 and A350-1041 aeroplanes. It mandates the replacement or modification of certain elevators and rudder servocontrols identified as affected parts due to potential uncommanded actuator movements. This directive applies to all manufacturer serial numbers of the specified Airbus A350 models.

Jul 24, 2018

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EASA AD 2018-0154

Fire Protection — Engine Fire Extinguishing Pipes — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0154 is an airworthiness directive addressing Airbus A350-941 and A350-1041 aeroplanes. It mandates inspection of engine fire extinguishing pipes in the engine fan case zone and engine core zone to ensure protective caps have been removed. This directive aims to prevent failure of the fire extinguishing system in case of an engine fire.

Jul 19, 2018

Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A350Airbus A350-941Airbus A350-1041

EASA AD 2018-0141

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2020-0027

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0141 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A350-941 and A350-1041 aeroplanes. It addresses the inspection and possible replacement of Electro-Hydrostatic Actuators (EHA) installed on the inboard ailerons, elevators, and rudder due to potential insulation resistance degradation. The directive mandates a one-time insulation check of affected EHAs and corrective actions based on the inspection results.

Jul 3, 2018

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EASA AD 2018-0123

Fuselage — Tail Cone Balancer Fitting Anchor Nuts and Fasteners — Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0123 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A350-941 aeroplanes. It addresses corrosion protection issues related to the tail cone balancer fitting anchor nuts and fasteners on these aircraft. The directive mandates a modification to improve corrosion resistance on specific parts of the tail cone structure.

Jun 4, 2018

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EASA AD 2018-0111R1

Water/Waste — Forward Fuselage Shrouded Pipe T-Boxes and Clamps — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0111R1 is an updated regulatory requirement addressing the replacement of potable water shrouded pipe T-Boxes and clamps on Airbus A350-941 aeroplanes. This directive applies to all serial numbers except those with Airbus modifications 111435 or 111440 incorporated during production. It mandates corrective action to prevent water ingress into the avionics bay caused by cracks and clamp torque loss.

May 30, 2018

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EASA AD 2018-0108

Door — Passenger Doors Frameside Fittings — Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0108 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A350-941 aeroplanes. It addresses a corrosion protection issue related to the passenger door frameside fittings on these aircraft. The directive mandates a modification to improve sealing and prevent water ingress in the door joints.

May 15, 2018

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EASA AD 2018-0045

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2018-0290

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0045 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A350-941 aeroplanes. It addresses corrosion protection issues related to the vertical stabilizer tension bolts on these aircraft. The directive mandates a modification to improve corrosion protection and maintain structural integrity of the vertical tail plane.

Feb 22, 2018

Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A350Airbus A350-941