EASA Regulations for Airbus A380

182 airworthiness directives and regulations affecting Airbus A380.

EASA AD 2021-0007

Jan 7, 2021

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.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A380841842861

EASA AD 2021-0001

Jan 4, 2021

Powerplant – Front Engine Mount / Strut Mount and Thrust Link – Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0001 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A380-841 and A380-842 aeroplanes equipped with Rolls-Royce RB211 Trent 900 engines. The directive mandates inspections of the front engine mount, strut mount, and thrust link due to concerns about salvage welds on the compressor intermediate case lugs in certain engines. It aims to ensure continued airworthiness by requiring repetitive inspections and corrective actions to prevent potential engine detachment in flight.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Airbus A380

EASA AD 2020-0285

Dec 18, 2020

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.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A380841842861

EASA AD 2020-0286

Dec 18, 2020

Pneumatic – Pylon / Wing Interface Bleed Duct and Fuel Pipe – Inspection

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.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Airbus A380841842861

EASA AD 2020-0274

Dec 10, 2020

Electrical Power – Nickel-Cadmium Rechargeable Batteries – Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0274 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting various Airbus aircraft models including the A318, A319, A320, A321, A330, A340, and A380 series. The directive addresses the replacement and maintenance of Nickel-Cadmium rechargeable batteries installed on these aircraft to prevent reduced battery capacity and ensure electrical power reliability during abnormal or emergency conditions.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Airbus A318
  • Airbus A319
  • Airbus A320
  • Airbus A321
  • Airbus A330
  • Airbus A340
  • Airbus A380

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 2020-0239

Nov 4, 2020

Stabilizers — Inboard and Outboard Elevator Hinges / Actuator Fittings — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0239 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 the inboard and outboard elevator hinges and actuator fittings to detect bushing migration and other structural issues that could compromise elevator connection integrity. The directive provides detailed inspection instructions and corrective actions to maintain continued airworthiness of these aircraft.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A380

EASA AD 2020-0232

Oct 26, 2020

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

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0232 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes. It mandates compliance with updated Damage Tolerant Airworthiness Limitation Items as specified in Airbus A380 Airworthiness Limitations Section Part 2 Revision 09. The directive ensures continued airworthiness by requiring operators to follow new and more restrictive maintenance tasks.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Airbus A380

EASA AD 2020-0225

Oct 16, 2020

Nacelles / Pylons — Pylon Box Zone D Sealing — Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0225 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 RB211 Trent 900 engines, except those with certain Airbus production modifications. The directive addresses sealing issues in the pylon box zone D to prevent potential fuel leakage. It mandates a modification to improve sealing performance on the pylon box to enhance safety.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A380

EASA AD 2020-0198

Sep 15, 2020

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

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.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Airbus A380841842861

EASA AD 2020-0196

Sep 9, 2020

Engine — High Pressure / Intermediate Pressure Bearing Support Assemblies — Removal from Service

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0196 is an official regulatory document addressing the removal from service of certain high pressure/intermediate pressure bearing support assemblies in Rolls-Royce RB211 Trent 970-84, Trent 972-84, and Trent 972E-84 engines, commonly installed on Airbus A380 aircraft. The directive mandates inspection and replacement of affected parts to ensure continued airworthiness and safety of the engines and aircraft.

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

EASA AD 2019-0101R1

Aug 20, 2020

Powerplant — Breather Drains Mast Assembly — Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0101R1 is a regulatory update addressing inspection and replacement requirements for the breather drains mast assembly on Rolls-Royce RB211 Trent 900 engines, primarily installed on Airbus A380 aircraft. The directive targets specific part numbers FW29847, KH31996, and the improved part KH83453, focusing on preventing cracks that could compromise the engine firewall. It mandates repetitive inspections and eventual replacement with an improved assembly to ensure continued airworthiness.

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

EASA AD 2020-0183

Aug 17, 2020

Electrical Power – Ram Air Turbine Gearbox – Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0183 is an airworthiness directive issued for all Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes. It addresses the inspection and maintenance of Ram Air Turbine (RAT) gearboxes, specifically those with part numbers 1704287G or 1704287H, to detect water ingress and corrosion that could impair RAT operation. The directive mandates repetitive detailed inspections of gearbox oil and corrective actions as necessary to ensure continued safe operation.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Airbus A380

EASA AD 2020-0162

Jul 21, 2020

Pneumatic – Pylon / Wing Interface Bleed Duct and Fuel Pipe – Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0162 is an airworthiness directive issued for Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes. It addresses a safety issue involving the bleed duct and fuel pipe at the pylon/wing interface, where a bracket weld failure could cause contact between these components. The directive mandates inspection and corrective actions to prevent potential fire hazards.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Airbus A380

EASA AD 2020-0157

Jul 16, 2020

Landing Gear — Gravity Extension System — Inspection / Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0157 is an airworthiness directive issued for Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes, excluding those with Airbus modification 77381 embodied in production. It addresses inspection and modification requirements for the landing gear gravity extension system wiring to prevent failure of the wing landing gear emergency gravity extension. The directive mandates inspections and modifications to ensure safe landing gear operation in case of normal system failure.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A380

EASA AD 2017-0188R1

Jun 16, 2020

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.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A380841842861

EASA AD 2020-0129

Jun 5, 2020

Pneumatic — Overheat Detection System / Insulation Mufflers — Modification / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0129 is an airworthiness directive affecting all Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes. It addresses issues with the pneumatic overheat detection system and insulation mufflers, specifically requiring modification or replacement of affected bleed air insulation mufflers and sleeves installed in wings, pylons, and certain pneumatic tubing. This directive ensures continued airworthiness by mandating compliance with updated service bulletins.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A380

EASA AD 2019-0170R1

May 15, 2020

Fuselage — Belly Fairing Panel Support Structure — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0170R1 is an updated regulatory requirement addressing inspection and repair of the forward belly fairing panel support structure on Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aircraft. It mandates repetitive detailed inspections for corrosion on specific structural profiles and introduces optional modification instructions to prevent corrosion. This directive applies to all serial numbers except those with Airbus modifications 75498 or 77715 incorporated during production.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A380

EASA AD 2020-0106

May 12, 2020

Equipment / Furnishings — Light Cover / Oxygen Container Gap Seal — Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0106 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes, except those with Airbus modification 78554 incorporated in production. The directive addresses an issue with gap seals between light covers and passenger service unit oxygen container lids on the main deck. It mandates a modification to ensure proper functioning of oxygen container lids.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A380