EASA Regulations for Airbus A350

224 airworthiness directives and regulations affecting Airbus A350.

EASA AD 2021-0161

Jul 6, 2021

Landing Gear — Master Minimum Equipment List — Landing Gear Control — Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0161 is an amendment addressing the landing gear control system on Airbus A350-941 and A350-1041 aeroplanes. It mandates updates to the Master Minimum Equipment List (MMEL) related to the landing gear control to mitigate a specific failure scenario in the landing gear extension and retraction system software. This directive applies to all manufacturer serial numbers of the affected Airbus A350 models.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A3509411041

EASA AD 2021-0141

Jun 15, 2021

Fuselage — Trimmable Horizontal Stabilizer Fittings and Bearing Assembly Attachment Interface — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0141 is an airworthiness directive affecting Airbus A350-941 and A350-1041 aeroplanes, specifically addressing the trimmable horizontal stabilizer fittings and bearing assembly attachment interface. It mandates inspections and corrective actions to detect and prevent corrosion and damage caused by rotation of the bearing assembly, which could lead to detachment of the stabilizer and potential loss of control. The directive applies to all serial numbers except those with certain Airbus production modifications.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A3509411041

EASA AD 2021-0130R1

Jun 10, 2021

Flight Controls – Slat Geared Rotary Actuators – Drainage / Cleaning

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0130R1 is an amendment addressing the Airbus A350-941 and A350-1041 aeroplanes equipped with slat geared rotary actuators (SGRA) part number 4775A0000-02 on slat 5 track 12. This directive mandates repetitive drainage and cleaning of the affected SGRA to prevent slat system jams caused by water freezing inside the actuators during flight. The directive ensures continued airworthiness by requiring maintenance actions to mitigate the risk of reduced aircraft control due to slat system malfunction.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Airbus A3509411041

EASA AD 2021-0127

May 12, 2021

Landing Gear — Management System — Modification (Software Updates)

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0127 is an official regulatory document addressing Airbus A350-941 and A350-1041 aeroplanes. It mandates modifications to the landing gear management system software to ensure continued airworthiness and safety. The directive applies to all serial numbers except those with Airbus modification 114420 already incorporated in production.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A3509411041

EASA AD 2021-0112

Apr 22, 2021

Wings — Main Landing Gear Support Structure Fuse Pins — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0112 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A350-941 and A350-1041 aeroplanes. It mandates inspection of the main landing gear support structure fuse pins to ensure proper installation and security. The directive aims to prevent potential main landing gear collapse caused by incorrectly engaged or secured fuse pins.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A3509411041

EASA AD 2021-0053R1

Apr 19, 2021

Flight Controls – Slat Transmission Shafts / Slat Power Control Unit Torque Sensing Units – Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0053R1 is an updated safety directive addressing Airbus A350-941 and A350-1041 aeroplanes equipped with specific slat power control units (PCU) having part numbers 4785A0000-04 or 4785A0000-05. The directive mandates inspections and repetitive health checks of the slat transmission shafts and PCU torque sensing units to prevent potential slat system jams caused by excessive wear. It aims to ensure continued airworthiness by requiring corrective actions if discrepancies are found.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Airbus A3509411041

EASA AD 2021-0061

Mar 5, 2021

Indicating / Recording Systems — Flight Warning System — Modification; Aircraft Flight Manual — Ram Air Turbine Performance — Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0061 is an airworthiness directive issued by EASA affecting Airbus A350-941 and A350-1041 aeroplanes, excluding those with Airbus modification 116544 incorporated in production. The directive addresses modifications to the flight warning system and amendments to the aircraft flight manual concerning ram air turbine performance. It mandates software updates and flight manual revisions to mitigate risks associated with ram air turbine performance during emergency conditions.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A3509411041

EASA AD 2018-0234R3

Jan 22, 2021

Exhaust — Thrust Reverser Actuators — Greasing / Master Minimum Equipment List Restriction — Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0234R3 is an amendment addressing thrust reverser actuator (TRA) greasing and Master Minimum Equipment List (MMEL) restrictions for Airbus A350-941 and A350-1041 aeroplanes. It targets specific TRA batches with part numbers 351D9908-657, -659, -661, -689, -691, and -693 due to corrosion issues causing potential jamming. The directive mandates maintenance actions to prevent inadvertent thrust reverser deployment and ensure continued airworthiness.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A3509411041

EASA AD 2021-0026

Jan 20, 2021

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks – Airworthiness Limitations Section Part 4 / System Equipment Maintenance Requirements – Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0026 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting all Airbus A350-941 and A350-1041 aeroplanes. It mandates compliance with updated System Equipment Maintenance Requirements as specified in Airbus A350 Airworthiness Limitations Section Part 4 Variation 5.1. This directive ensures continued airworthiness by requiring new and more restrictive maintenance tasks and life limit replacements.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Airbus A3509411041

EASA AD 2021-0018

Jan 15, 2021

Doors – Passenger Door Guide Arms – Replacement / Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0018 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A350-941 and A350-1041 aeroplanes. It addresses the replacement and inspection of passenger door guide arms and support brackets related to the passenger door damper emergency opening actuators with part number FE396001001. The directive aims to ensure the proper functioning of passenger doors during emergency openings to maintain evacuation safety.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Airbus A3509411041

EASA AD 2020-0277

Dec 11, 2020

Engine – Intermediate Pressure Compressor Rotor 1 Blades – Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0277 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency concerning Rolls-Royce Deutschland Trent XWB-75, Trent XWB-79, Trent XWB-79B, and Trent XWB-84 engines, commonly installed on Airbus A350 aircraft. The directive mandates repetitive inspections of the intermediate pressure compressor rotor 1 blades, part number KH21559, to detect cracks and prevent potential engine failures. This directive applies to all serial numbers of the affected engines and aims to ensure continued airworthiness and safety.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg TRENT XWB
  • Airbus A350

EASA AD 2020-0272

Dec 9, 2020

SCHROTH SAFETY PRODUCTS - Equipment / Furnishings — Buckle — Modification / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0272 addresses safety concerns related to 4 Point Harness Restraint Systems manufactured by Schroth Safety Products GmbH, installed on Airbus A330, A340, and A350 aircraft. The directive focuses on rotary buckles with specific part numbers and manufacturing dates that may fail to unlatch due to a loosened center screw. It mandates modification and eventual replacement of affected buckles to ensure proper operation of cabin attendant restraint systems.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A330
  • Airbus A340
  • Airbus A350

EASA AD 2020-0100R1

Nov 4, 2020

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.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A330
  • Airbus A340
  • Airbus A350
  • Airbus A380

EASA AD 2020-0220

Oct 13, 2020

Wings – Upper / Lower Wing Skin Cover Edge Glow Sealant – Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0220 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A350-941 and A350-1041 aeroplanes. It addresses a potential safety issue related to missing or incorrect application of the lightning strike edge glow sealant on wing tank stringer edges. The directive mandates inspections and corrective actions to ensure continued airworthiness of the affected aircraft.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Airbus A3509411041

EASA AD 2020-0210

Oct 5, 2020

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

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0210 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A350-941 and A350-1041 aeroplanes. It mandates compliance with the Airbus A350 Airworthiness Limitations Section (ALS) Part 2 Revision 06, which includes damage tolerant airworthiness limitation items essential for continued airworthiness.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Airbus A3509411041

EASA AD 2020-0211

Oct 5, 2020

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

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0211 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A350-941 and A350-1041 aeroplanes. It mandates compliance with updated System Equipment Maintenance Requirements as specified in the Airbus A350 Airworthiness Limitations Section Part 4 Revision 05 issue 2. This directive ensures continued airworthiness by enforcing maintenance tasks and life limits for components on these aircraft models.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Airbus A3509411041

EASA AD 2020-0203

Sep 23, 2020

Indicating / Recording Systems — Integrated Control Panels — Modification Airplane Flight Manual — Abnormal / Normal Procedures Sections — Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0203 is an airworthiness directive affecting Airbus A350-941 and A350-1041 aeroplanes, excluding those with Airbus modification 116038 embodied in production. It addresses the risk of inadvertent liquid spillage on the Integrated Control Panel (ICP) in the flight deck, which has caused un-commanded engine in-flight shutdowns. The directive mandates modifications to the ICP and updates to the Airplane Flight Manual abnormal and normal procedures sections.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A3509411041

EASA AD 2020-0163R2

Sep 10, 2020

Flight Controls – Slat Transmission Shafts – Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0163R2 is an updated safety directive addressing Airbus A350-941 and A350-1041 aeroplanes. It mandates inspections and corrective actions related to the slat transmission shafts and slat power control unit torque sensing units to prevent slat system jams during landing. The directive aims to ensure continued airworthiness by requiring health checks, detailed inspections, and cleaning procedures on affected components.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Airbus A3509411041