EASA Regulations for ATR 42

25 airworthiness directives and regulations affecting ATR 42.

EASA AD 2016-0167R1

Mar 1, 2018

[Correction] ZODIAC SEATS FRANCE — Rear Cabin Attendant Seat — Inspection / Repair

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2016-0167R1 is a corrective regulatory document addressing inspection and repair requirements for Zodiac Seats France CAS 536 rear cabin attendant seats installed on ATR 42 and ATR 72 aircraft. The directive mandates detailed visual inspections and corrective actions to detect and repair corrosion and cracks at the seat-to-floor interface to ensure seat integrity and occupant safety.

Airworthiness Directive
  • ATR 42
  • ATR 72

EASA SIB 2010-32

May 25, 2011

WITHDRAWN - REPLACED BY EASA AD 2011-0043

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2010-32 is an informational bulletin addressing the potential loss of ATC transponder transmissions caused by a loose resistor connection in Gables Engineering Inc ATC/TCAS control panels, specifically the G7490, G7492, and G7493 series. These control panels are installed on various aircraft types including Airbus A310, ATR 42, BAE Systems BAe146, Boeing 707 through 777 series, Fokker F28, Lockheed Hercules and Tristar, McDonnell Douglas DC and MD series, and Sabreliner NA-265 series. The bulletin provides guidance but does not mandate corrective action.

Safety Information Bulletin
  • Airbus A310
  • ATR 42
  • BAE Systems BAe146
  • Boeing 707
  • Boeing 717
  • Boeing 727
  • Boeing 737
  • Boeing 747
  • Boeing 757
  • Boeing 767
  • Boeing 777
  • Fokker F28
  • Lockheed Hercules
  • Lockheed Tristar
  • McDonnell Douglas DC series
  • McDonnell Douglas MD series
  • Sabreliner NA-265

EASA SIB 2011-02

Mar 18, 2011

ATR Main Landing Gear (MLG) Shock Absorbers — Cross Locking Bolt of the Attachment Pin

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2011-02 is an informational document addressing the ATR 42 and ATR 72 aeroplanes' main landing gear (MLG) shock absorbers, specifically the cross locking bolt of the attachment pin. It highlights the risk of migration and rupture of the shock absorber attachment pin due to missing locking bolts, referencing previous maintenance manuals and service bulletins.

Safety Information Bulletin
  • ATR 42
  • ATR 72

EASA SIB 2010-29

Oct 7, 2010

Thales Angle of Attack (AoA) Sensors

EASA Safety Information Bulletin SIB No. 2010-29 addresses issues with Thales Angle of Attack (AoA) sensors installed on ATR 42 and ATR 72 aircraft. The bulletin highlights that certain AoA sensors, identified by specific part and serial numbers, were repaired using improperly calibrated test equipment, potentially affecting their accuracy. It references Thales Avionics service bulletins that provide instructions for testing and adjustment of the affected units.

Safety Information Bulletin
  • ATR 42
  • ATR 72

EASA SIB 2010-11

Apr 16, 2010

Component Configuration Control — Discrepancies between the Manufacturer—s Aircraft Configuration Data and Operators— Spares Management Systems.

EASA Safety Information Bulletin SIB No: 2010-11 addresses discrepancies between manufacturer aircraft configuration data and operators' spares management systems, specifically involving the ATR 72 aircraft. The bulletin highlights an incident where an incorrect Fuel Quantity Indicator part number for the ATR 42 was fitted on an ATR 72, causing erroneous fuel readings. It emphasizes the importance of using approved maintenance data and manufacturer configuration data for component eligibility.

Safety Information Bulletin
  • ATR 42
  • ATR 72