EASA Regulations for Airbus A380

182 airworthiness directives and regulations affecting Airbus A380.

EASA AD 2023-0023

Jan 26, 2023

Landing Gear — Nose Landing Gear Sliding Tubes — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0023 is an airworthiness directive addressing the nose landing gear sliding tubes on Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes. It mandates inspection and replacement of affected nose landing gear sliding tubes with part number 50-2004248-00 due to potential cracks caused by electrical arc burns during coating stripping. This directive applies to all manufacturer serial numbers of the specified Airbus A380 models.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A380

EASA AD 2022-0262

Dec 21, 2022

Wings – Front and Rear Spars – Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0262 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aircraft. It mandates inspections of specific wing spars, including the outer rear spar, outer inner front spar, and outer front spar, to detect cracks that could compromise wing structural integrity. This directive updates previous inspection requirements and applies to all manufacturer serial numbers of the Airbus A380.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Airbus A380841842861

EASA AD 2022-0238

Dec 5, 2022

Doors — Slide Management System Triple Reed Contact Switch — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0238 is an airworthiness directive affecting Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes. It addresses corrosion issues found on the triple reed contact switches (TRCS) used in the doors and slide management system. The directive mandates inspections and replacement of affected Diehl Aerospace GmbH TRCS parts to ensure proper door functionality and evacuation capability.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A380841842861

EASA AD 2022-0218

Nov 8, 2022

Equipment / Furnishings – Fuselage / Belly Fairing Mounted Emergency Evacuation Escape Slides – Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0218 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 replacement of fuselage and belly fairing mounted emergency evacuation escape slides manufactured by Collins with specific part numbers. The directive aims to ensure the continued airworthiness and safety of these aircraft by mitigating risks associated with slide seam degradation.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Airbus A380841842861

EASA AD 2021-0092R1

Oct 28, 2022

Pneumatic — Cross-Bleed Ducts — Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0092R1 is an updated regulatory requirement addressing inspection and replacement of cross-bleed ducts on Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes. It targets specific part numbers of cross-bleed ducts prone to cracking due to manufacturing misalignment, which can lead to bleed leaks and structural damage. The directive mandates inspections and corrective actions to ensure continued airworthiness of affected aircraft.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A380

EASA AD 2022-0174R1

Aug 31, 2022

Wings – Front and Rear Spars – Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0174R1 is an updated safety directive addressing inspection requirements for Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes. It mandates ultrasonic inspections of specific wing spar areas, including the outer rear spar, outer inner front spar, and outer front spar, to detect cracks that could compromise wing structural integrity. This directive applies to all manufacturer serial numbers of the Airbus A380 and provides detailed inspection and reporting instructions.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Airbus A380

EASA AD 2022-0162R1

Aug 12, 2022

Nacelles / Pylons — Thrust Reverser Intermediate Frame Fittings — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0162R1 is a regulatory document addressing the replacement of thrust reverser intermediate frame fittings on Airbus A380-841 and A380-842 aeroplanes. It specifically targets affected parts installed on engines #2 and #3 due to reported cracks that could lead to in-flight detachment of the thrust reverser external panel. The directive mandates replacement of these fittings with redesigned titanium parts to ensure continued airworthiness.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A380

EASA AD 2022-0106

Jun 10, 2022

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

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0106 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 Part 2 Revision 10, which includes damage tolerant airworthiness limitation items necessary for continued safe operation of these aircraft.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Airbus A380841842861

EASA AD 2022-0105

Jun 10, 2022

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks – Safe Life Airworthiness Limitations Items – ALS Part 1E – Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0105 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 (ALS) Part 1 Revision 12 to ensure continued safe operation of these aircraft.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Airbus A380

EASA AD 2022-0100

Jun 2, 2022

Fuselage — Belly Fairing Torsion Box — Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0100 is an official regulatory document addressing the modification of the belly fairing torsion box on Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes. It applies to specific manufacturer serial numbers and mandates changes to improve the structural integrity of affected parts. The directive ensures continued airworthiness by requiring compliance with Airbus Service Bulletin A380-53-8153.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A380

EASA AD 2021-0129R1

May 25, 2022

Engine Fuel & Control — Low Pressure Compressor Case Static P30 Air System — Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0129R1 is a regulatory update addressing the modification of the Low Pressure Compressor Case Static P30 Air System on Rolls-Royce RB211 Trent 970-84, Trent 972-84, and Trent 972E-84 engines, commonly installed on Airbus A380 aircraft. The directive mandates changes to the P30 air system to prevent discrepancies in engine control signals that could affect thrust delivery. It applies to all serial numbers of the specified engine models.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg RB211 TRENT 900
  • Airbus A380

EASA AD 2022-0094

May 25, 2022

Pneumatic — Air Conditioning / Engine Bleed Air System — Software Update; Airplane Flight Manual / Master Minimum Equipment List — Air Conditioning / Engine Bleed Air System — Amendment; Pneumatic — Engine Bleed Air Supply Over-pressure Valve — Replacement; Ice and Rain Protection — Anti-ice Control Unit — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0094 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes. It addresses issues related to the pneumatic air conditioning and engine bleed air systems, including software updates, replacement of engine bleed air supply over-pressure valves, and replacement of anti-ice control units. The directive also amends the Airplane Flight Manual and Master Minimum Equipment List for these systems.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A380841842861

EASA AD 2022-0075

Apr 28, 2022

Landing Gear – Body Landing Gear Rear Axle – Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0075 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 replacement of right-hand and left-hand body landing gear rear axles that have been identified as affected due to corrosion and potential failure. The directive mandates inspection and replacement of these parts to ensure continued airworthiness.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Airbus A380841842861

EASA AD 2014-0213R1

Apr 22, 2022

Fuselage — Section 19 Upper Cross Fitting Upper Beam Inner Cap Joints — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2014-0213R1 is a regulatory document addressing inspection requirements for the upper beam inner cap joints of the Section 19 upper cross fitting on Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes, excluding those with Airbus modification 77140. The directive mandates repetitive special detailed inspections to ensure structural integrity and prevent unsafe conditions related to fatigue in this critical fuselage area.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A380

EASA AD 2022-0022

Feb 2, 2022

Flight Controls — Aileron Servo Controls — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0022 is an official regulatory document addressing the replacement of aileron servo controls on Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes. The directive targets specific part numbers of aileron servo controls that may suffer from a fatigue issue potentially leading to failure or detachment, which could reduce aircraft control. It mandates removal of affected parts and installation of serviceable parts to ensure continued airworthiness.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A380841842861

EASA AD 2022-0020

Jan 31, 2022

Nacelles / Pylons — Pylon Box Drainage Areas and Hydraulic Connections — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0020 is an airworthiness directive issued by EASA concerning Airbus A380-841 and A380-842 aeroplanes equipped with Rolls-Royce Trent 900 engines. It mandates inspection of the pylon box drainage areas and hydraulic connections to detect potential hydraulic fluid leaks caused by incorrect installation and torquing. The directive aims to prevent contamination and structural integrity issues in the engine pylons.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A380

EASA AD 2022-0019

Jan 31, 2022

Wings – Front and Rear Spars – Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0019 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes. It mandates inspections of specific wing spars, including the outer rear spar, outer inner front spar, and outer front spar, to detect cracks that could compromise structural integrity. This directive applies to all manufacturer serial numbers and wing box assembly dates as specified.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Airbus A380841842861

EASA AD 2022-0001

Jan 7, 2022

Wings — Inner Rear Spar Trailing Edge — Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0001 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes. It mandates modifications to the wing inner rear spar trailing edge to address fuel leakage issues. The directive applies to all serial numbers except those with Airbus modifications 78726 and 78091 already incorporated in production.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A380

EASA AD 2021-0284

Dec 17, 2021

Engine Fuel & Control — Electronic Engine Control Software — Update

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0284 is an airworthiness directive affecting Airbus A380-841 and A380-842 aeroplanes equipped with Rolls-Royce Trent 900 engines. It addresses the Electronic Engine Control (EEC) software, specifically requiring an update to a newer software standard to prevent engine thrust control loss. The directive applies to all manufacturer serial numbers of these aircraft models.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A380841842