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EASA Regulations for ATR ATR42

62 airworthiness directives and regulations affecting ATR ATR42.

EASA AD 2024-0171

Stabilizers — Vertical Stabilizer to Horizontal Stabilizer Junction Fittings — Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0171 is an airworthiness directive addressing the inspection and replacement of vertical stabilizer to horizontal stabilizer junction fittings on ATR 42-500 and ATR 72-212A aeroplanes. It targets affected parts potentially manufactured with improper materials, which could compromise structural integrity. The directive mandates inspections and corrective actions to ensure continued airworthiness of these ATR aircraft models.

Aug 27, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtATR ATR42ATR ATR72ATR 42-500ATR 72-212A

EASA AD 2024-0140

Flight Controls — Angle of Attack Probes — Replacement

Flight Controls — Angle of Attack Probes — Replacement is a regulatory document concerning the ATR42 and ATR72 aircraft models. It addresses the replacement requirements for angle of attack probes used in the flight control systems of these aircraft. The document aims to ensure continued airworthiness and safety by specifying necessary maintenance actions.

Jul 12, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtATR ATR42ATR ATR72ATR 42ATR 72

EASA AD 2024-0132

Fire Protection — Lavatory Compartment Fire Extinguishers — Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0132 is an airworthiness directive addressing fire protection in lavatory compartments on ATR 42 and ATR 72 aeroplanes. It specifically targets lavatory fire extinguishers with part number BA24320L-1 and serial numbers between 70472 and 113558, requiring inspection and possible replacement to ensure safety. This directive applies to all manufacturer serial numbers of ATR 42-200 through ATR 42-500 and ATR 72-101 through ATR 72-212A models.

Jul 9, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtATR ATR42ATR ATR72ATR 42ATR 72

EASA AD 2024-0096R1

Flight Controls — Rudder Travel Limiting Unit — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0096R1 is an updated regulatory requirement addressing inspection and corrective actions for the rudder travel limiting unit (TLU) lever on ATR 42 and ATR 72 aeroplanes. It applies to specific TLU levers identified by part numbers and manufacturing batches that may suffer from corrosion due to improper heat treatment. The directive mandates repetitive inspections and conductivity tests to detect corrosion and prevent potential loss of rudder control.

Jul 9, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtATR ATR42ATR ATR72ATR 42ATR 72

EASA AD 2024-0120

Stabilizers — Vertical Tail Plane Forward and Aft Fittings — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0120 is an airworthiness directive addressing ATR 42 and ATR 72 aeroplanes, specifically certain manufacturer serial numbers equipped with vertical tail plane forward and aft fittings. The directive mandates inspection of these fittings due to a potential use of improper material during production, which could compromise structural integrity. The affected parts include specific fuselage to vertical tail plane fittings identified by part numbers S5537490120400, S5537490220400, S5537490320000, and S5537490420000.

Jun 27, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtATR ATR42ATR ATR72ATR 42ATR 72

EASA AD 2024-0121

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks — Certification Maintenance Requirements and Airworthiness Limitations — Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0121 is an amendment addressing the time limits and maintenance checks for ATR 42-200, ATR 42-300, and ATR 42-320 aeroplanes. It updates the Certification Maintenance Requirements and Airworthiness Limitations as defined in the ATR 42-200/-300/-320 Time Limits Document (TLD) Revision 13. This directive ensures continued airworthiness by mandating compliance with updated maintenance tasks and life limits for components.

Jun 27, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtATR ATR42ATR 42-200ATR 42-300ATR 42-320

EASA AD 2024-0081

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2024-0096

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0081 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting ATR 42-400, ATR 42-500, and various ATR 72 models. It addresses the inspection and testing requirements for the rudder travel limiting unit (TLU) lever, part number S2728183300200, due to potential corrosion and premature failure risks. The directive mandates repetitive inspections and conductivity tests to ensure continued safe operation of the affected aircraft.

Apr 4, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtATR ATR42ATR ATR72ATR 42-400ATR 42-500ATR 72

EASA AD 2020-0249R1-CN

CANCELLED: Instruments — Angle of Attack Probe and Multi-Function Computers Electrical Routing — Operational Test / Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive Cancellation Notice 2020-0249R1-CN is a cancellation notice issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency for ATR 42 and ATR 72 aeroplanes. This notice cancels the previous AD 2020-0249R1, which addressed operational testing and inspection of electrical wiring between Angle of Attack probes and Multi-Function Computers. The cancellation reflects that the required actions have been incorporated into the ATR 42 and ATR 72 Time Limits Documents and new ADs have been issued to cover those requirements.

Feb 23, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtATR ATR42ATR ATR72ATR 42ATR 72

EASA AD 2024-0052

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks — Certification Maintenance Requirements and Airworthiness Limitations — Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0052 is an amendment addressing the time limits and maintenance checks for ATR 42-400 and ATR 42-500 aeroplanes. It updates the Certification Maintenance Requirements and Airworthiness Limitations by incorporating the ATR 42-400/-500 Time Limits Document Revision 18. This directive applies to all manufacturer serial numbers of these aircraft models.

Feb 23, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtATR ATR42ATR 42-400ATR 42-500

EASA AD 2024-0044-E

Fire Protection — Engine Fire Extinguishing System — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0044-E is an emergency directive addressing the inspection of the engine fire extinguishing system on ATR 42 and ATR 72 aeroplanes. It specifically targets two-way valves with Part Number 446078 and certain serial numbers that may have incorrect marking and assembly. The directive mandates functional checks and corrective actions to ensure proper operation of the fire extinguishing system.

Feb 15, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtATR ATR42ATR ATR72ATR 42ATR 72

EASA AD 2024-0025

Placards and Markings — Cargo Height Limitation — Implementation / Cargo Loading Procedure — Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0025 addresses cargo height limitations and cargo loading procedures for ATR 42 and ATR 72 aircraft modified by EASA STC 10069551 Rev. 1 or EASA STC 2004-2872. This directive mandates modifications to the cargo compartment and updates to the cargo loading procedures to ensure safe operation. The directive applies specifically to aircraft converted from passenger to Class E Cargo configurations by Sabena Technics BGC.

Jan 24, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtATR ATR42ATR ATR72ATR 42ATR 72

EASA AD 2023-0181

Electrical Power — Direct Current Emergency Electrical Network Contactor 1PA — Operational Test

Electrical Power — Direct Current Emergency Electrical Network Contactor 1PA — Operational Test is a regulatory document applicable to ATR42 and ATR72 aircraft types. It addresses the operational testing procedures for the Direct Current Emergency Electrical Network Contactor 1PA to ensure proper functionality and safety of the aircraft's emergency electrical power system.

Oct 13, 2023
OtherMaintenanceSafety MgmtATR ATR42ATR ATR72ATR 42ATR 72

EASA AD 2021-0218-CN

CANCELLED: Oxygen — Crew and Passenger Oxygen Cylinders — Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0218-CN is a cancellation notice issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency for ATR 42 and ATR 72 aeroplanes. It cancels the previous AD 2021-0218, which addressed inspection and replacement of certain oxygen cylinders used in crew and passenger oxygen systems. The affected parts included specific batches of oxygen cylinders with part numbers 89794077 and 891311-14 that were subject to inspection due to a manufacturing defect.

Sep 5, 2023
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtATR ATR42ATR ATR72ATR 42ATR 72

EASA AD 2023-0134

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2023-0191

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0134 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting ATR 42-200, ATR 42-300, and ATR 42-320 aeroplanes. It addresses electrical wiring issues related to the Angle of Attack (AOA) probes that could cause spurious stall warning activations. The directive mandates inspections, wiring modifications, and amendments to the Aircraft Flight Manual to ensure continued safe operation.

Jul 5, 2023
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtATR ATR42ATR 42-200ATR 42-300ATR 42-320

EASA AD 2023-0125

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2025-0110

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0125 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting ATR 42-500 and ATR 72-212A aeroplanes. It mandates a one-time detailed inspection of the horizontal stabilizer front and centre box areas to detect loose fasteners and cracks that could compromise structural integrity. The directive applies to specific manufacturer serial numbers as listed in the applicable service bulletins.

Jun 22, 2023
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtATR ATR42ATR ATR72ATR 42-500ATR 72-212A

EASA AD 2021-0234R1

Information Systems — Electronic Flight Bag Universal Serial Bus Receptacle — Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0234R1 is a regulatory update addressing the modification of Electronic Flight Bag (EFB) Universal Serial Bus (USB) receptacles installed on various aircraft including Fokker F27 and F28 models, Airbus A318 through A340 series, ATR42 and ATR72, Boeing 737 through 777 models, Bombardier CL-600 series, and De Havilland Canada DHC-8 aircraft. The directive mandates modifications to affected USB receptacles to prevent overheating and potential smoke or fumes in the cockpit. This AD applies to specific manufacturer serial numbers as detailed in the directive's appendix.

May 11, 2023
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A318Airbus A319Airbus A320Airbus A321Airbus A330Airbus A340ATR ATR42ATR ATR72Boeing 737Boeing 757Boeing 767Boeing 777Bombardier CL-600 (Challenger)De Havilland Canada DHC-8Fokker CRR-0146Fokker CRR-0185Fokker CRR-0186Fokker CRR-0190Fokker CRR-0206Fokker CRR-0210Fokker CRR-0241Fokker CRR-0265Fokker CRR-0290Fokker CRR-0300Fokker CRR-0309MHI RJ Aviation CL-600 (Regional Jet)Fokker F27Fokker F28Boeing 747Bombardier CL-600

EASA AD 2023-0078R1

Electrical Power — Direct Current Emergency Electrical Network — Tests / Modification; Aircraft Flight Manual / Master Minimum Equipment List — Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0078R1 is a regulatory update addressing electrical power issues related to the direct current emergency electrical network on ATR 42 and ATR 72 aeroplanes. It applies to various ATR 42-400, ATR 42-500, and ATR 72 series aircraft and focuses on tests, modifications, and amendments to the Aircraft Flight Manual and Master Minimum Equipment List to mitigate risks of temporary loss of cockpit display systems.

Apr 20, 2023
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtATR ATR42ATR ATR72ATR 42-400ATR 42-500ATR 72

EASA AD 2022-0206

Instruments — New Avionics Suite — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0206 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting ATR 42-500 and ATR 72-212A aeroplanes equipped with the New Avionics Suite (NAS) installed under ATR modification 05948 (the '-600 version'). This directive addresses the replacement of certain NAS standards to ensure safe operation in severe icing conditions. It applies specifically to aircraft with affected NAS versions that do not meet the updated safety requirements.

Oct 7, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtATR ATR42ATR ATR72ATR 42-500ATR 72-212A

EASA AD 2022-0200

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2024-0052

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0200 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting ATR 42-400 and ATR 42-500 aeroplanes. It mandates compliance with updated maintenance tasks and life limitations as specified in the ATR 42-400/-500 Time Limits Document (TLD) Revision 17. The directive ensures continued airworthiness by requiring operators to follow the latest certification maintenance requirements.

Sep 26, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtATR ATR42ATR 42-400ATR 42-500

EASA AD 2022-0199

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2024-0121

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0199 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting ATR 42-200, ATR 42-300, and ATR 42-320 aeroplanes. It mandates compliance with the updated ATR 42-200/-300/-320 Time Limits Document (TLD) Revision 12, which includes new and more restrictive maintenance tasks and life limitations. This directive ensures continued airworthiness by enforcing updated certification maintenance requirements and airworthiness limitations.

Sep 26, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtATR ATR42ATR 42-200ATR 42-300ATR 42-320