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EASA Regulations for Airbus A380-861

45 airworthiness directives and regulations affecting Airbus A380-861.

EASA AD 2021-0082

Nacelles / Pylons — Aft Pylon Fairing Rear Drain Pipes Sealing — Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0082 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes. It addresses a sealing issue around the aft pylon fairing rear drain pipes on engine pylons, specifically for Rolls-Royce and Engine Alliance GP7200 engine pylons. The directive mandates a modification to prevent fluid leakage inside the aft pylon fairing.

Mar 19, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A380Airbus A380-841Airbus A380-842Airbus A380-861

EASA AD 2021-0063R1

Oxygen — Steel Braided Polyurethane Flexible Hoses — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0063R1 is an updated safety directive addressing oxygen system components on Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes. It mandates the replacement of certain steel braided polyurethane flexible hoses (Part Number 32209 series) used in crew and passenger oxygen distribution systems with improved hoses (Part Number 32309 series) to prevent oxygen leakage. This directive applies to all manufacturer serial numbers of the Airbus A380 models listed.

Mar 15, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A380Airbus A380-841Airbus A380-842Airbus A380-861

EASA AD 2021-0007

Nacelles / Pylons — Inboard Pylon Box Dog Head Fitting Holes — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0007 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes equipped with Rolls-Royce Trent 900 or Engine Alliance GP7200 engines. The directive mandates inspections of the inboard pylon box Dog Head fitting fastener holes to detect cracks that could compromise structural integrity. It applies to all manufacturer serial numbers of these aircraft models.

Jan 7, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A380Airbus A380-841Airbus A380-842Airbus A380-861

EASA AD 2020-0285

Indicating / Recording Systems — Flight Data Recording System — Modification (Software Update)

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0285 is an official regulatory document addressing the Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes. It mandates a software update to the Flight Data Recording System (FDRS) to correct a software error that could cause partial loss of flight data recording. This directive ensures continued airworthiness and compliance with European aviation safety regulations.

Dec 18, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A380Airbus A380-841Airbus A380-842Airbus A380-861

EASA AD 2020-0286

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2021-0280

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0286 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting all Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes. It addresses inspection requirements for the bleed duct and fuel pipe at the pylon/wing interface to prevent potential fire hazards caused by bracket weld failures. This directive mandates repetitive inspections and corrective actions to ensure continued airworthiness.

Dec 18, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A380Airbus A380-841Airbus A380-842Airbus A380-861

EASA AD 2020-0198

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2022-0105

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0198 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting all Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes. It mandates compliance with updated airworthiness limitations specified in Airbus A380 Airworthiness Limitations Section Part 1 Variation 11.1 to ensure continued safe operation of these aircraft.

Sep 15, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A380Airbus A380-841Airbus A380-842Airbus A380-861

EASA AD 2017-0188R1

Fuselage — Frame 94 Upper Shell — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2017-0188R1 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes, excluding MSN 0162 and 0167 and those with Airbus modification 74725 incorporated in production. The directive mandates repetitive inspections of the fuselage frame 94 upper shell to detect and address potential structural damage. It also provides an optional terminating modification to eliminate the need for repetitive inspections.

Jun 16, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A380Airbus A380-841Airbus A380-842Airbus A380-861

EASA AD 2020-0089

Nacelles / Pylons — Inboard Pylon Box at Rib 14 Fasteners — Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0089 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes equipped with Engine Alliance GP7200 or Rolls-Royce Trent 900 engines. The directive addresses inspection and possible replacement of fasteners attaching the lateral panel to Rib 14 at the inboard pylon box for engines #2 and #3. It mandates repetitive inspections to detect cracks that could lead to in-flight detachment of the lateral panel.

Apr 17, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A380Airbus A380-841Airbus A380-842Airbus A380-861

EASA AD 2020-0058

Equipment / Furnishings — Emergency Locator Transmitter Protection — Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0058 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes. It addresses a safety issue related to the Emergency Locator Transmitter (ELT) protection on these aircraft, specifically targeting ELTs with Part Number 01N65900. The directive mandates a modification to improve protection against potential battery fires caused by current injection.

Mar 17, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A380Airbus A380-841Airbus A380-842Airbus A380-861

EASA AD 2019-0216

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2020-0232

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0216 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting all Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes. It mandates compliance with the Airbus A380 Airworthiness Limitations Section Part 2 Revision 08, which includes damage tolerant airworthiness limitation items. This directive ensures the continued airworthiness of these aircraft by requiring updated maintenance tasks and intervals.

Sep 2, 2019
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A380Airbus A380-841Airbus A380-842Airbus A380-861

EASA AD 2019-0217

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2022-0105

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0217 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting all Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes. It mandates compliance with the updated Airbus A380 Airworthiness Limitations Section (ALS) Part 1, Revision 11, which includes safe life airworthiness limitation items and maintenance tasks. This directive ensures continued airworthiness by enforcing replacement of components before exceeding life limits and updating maintenance programs accordingly.

Sep 2, 2019
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A380Airbus A380-841Airbus A380-842Airbus A380-861

EASA AD 2019-0214

Wings — Trailing Edge Flap Track #2 and #5 Supports — Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0214 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes. It addresses the trailing edge flap track #2 and #5 supports on both left-hand and right-hand wings. The directive mandates modifications to these flap track supports to ensure continued airworthiness and safe operation of the affected aircraft.

Aug 30, 2019
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A380Airbus A380-841Airbus A380-842Airbus A380-861

EASA AD 2019-0205

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2019-0251

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0205 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes. It addresses the engine bleed air system, specifically the Certification Maintenance Requirements task related to the pneumatic system. The directive mandates inspections and functional tests to ensure continued airworthiness of the affected aircraft.

Aug 20, 2019
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A380Airbus A380-841Airbus A380-842Airbus A380-861

EASA AD 2019-0123R1

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2020-0157

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0123R1 is an amendment addressing the Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes regarding the landing gear gravity extension system. It mandates inspections and modifications to the wing landing gear emergency up-lock actuator wiring to prevent failure during gravity extension. This directive ensures continued airworthiness by requiring specific inspections and corrective actions to maintain safe landing gear operation.

Jun 18, 2019
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A380Airbus A380-841Airbus A380-842Airbus A380-861

EASA AD 2019-0072

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2019-0216

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0072 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting all Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes. It mandates compliance with the Airbus A380 Airworthiness Limitations Section Part 2 Revision 07, which includes damage tolerant airworthiness limitation items. This directive ensures the continued airworthiness of these aircraft by requiring updated maintenance tasks and intervals.

Mar 28, 2019
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A380Airbus A380-841Airbus A380-842Airbus A380-861

EASA AD 2017-0209R1

Integrated Modular Avionics — Internal Timer — Power Cycle (Reset)

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2017-0209R1 is an updated regulation addressing an internal timer issue in the Integrated Modular Avionics of Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aircraft. It applies to all serial numbers except those with Airbus modifications 77908 and 77909 incorporated during production. The directive mandates repetitive on-ground power cycles to reset the internal timer to prevent loss of communication between avionics systems.

Mar 11, 2019
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A380Airbus A380-841Airbus A380-842Airbus A380-861

EASA AD 2019-0038

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2022-0001

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0038 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes. It addresses a fuel leak issue observed in the wing area that could potentially lead to fire hazards. The directive mandates a modification to the wing inner rear spar trailing edge to improve drainage and prevent fuel accumulation.

Feb 19, 2019
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A380Airbus A380-841Airbus A380-842Airbus A380-861

EASA AD 2018-0275

Wings — Frame 56 Vertical Cruciform Fittings — Inspection / Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0275 is an official regulatory document addressing inspection and modification requirements for the vertical cruciform fittings at fuselage frame 56 on Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes. It applies to all serial numbers except those with Airbus modifications 75132 or 75442 incorporated during production. The directive mandates inspections and potential modifications to ensure structural integrity of the affected wing fittings.

Dec 14, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A380Airbus A380-841Airbus A380-842Airbus A380-861

EASA AD 2018-0171-E

CANCELLED - SEE EASA AD 2019-0251

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0171-E is an emergency directive affecting all Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes. It addresses a critical safety issue involving damage to the engine bleed air system and wing structure caused by overpressure scenarios during take-off, which could compromise structural integrity. The directive mandates updates to the Airbus A380 Airplane Flight Manual to mitigate this risk.

Aug 6, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveFlight OpsSafety MgmtAirbus A380Airbus A380-841Airbus A380-842Airbus A380-861

EASA AD 2018-0160

Wings — Frame 46 Horizontal Cruciform Fittings — Inspection / Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0160 is an official safety directive addressing the Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes. It mandates inspections and modifications of the frame 46 horizontal cruciform fittings on the wings to detect and correct fatigue cracks. The directive applies to all manufacturer serial numbers of these aircraft models.

Jul 25, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A380Airbus A380-841Airbus A380-842Airbus A380-861