EASA Regulations for ATR ATR42

62 airworthiness directives and regulations affecting ATR ATR42.

EASA AD 2021-0237-E

Fire Protection — Engine Fire Handles Snap Wire — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0237-E is an emergency directive addressing a potential unsafe condition in ATR 42 and ATR 72 aeroplanes related to the engine fire handles snap wire. It applies to multiple ATR 42 and ATR 72 models except certain serial numbers and mandates inspection of the fire handles to ensure proper installation. The directive aims to prevent failure of the engine fire handle operation in case of an engine fire.

Nov 4, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtATR ATR42ATR ATR72ATR 42ATR 72

EASA AD 2021-0211

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2022-0062

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0211 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 updated airworthiness limitations and certification maintenance requirements as specified in the ATR 42-200/-300/-320 Time Limits Document (TLD) Revision 10. This directive ensures continued safe operation by enforcing maintenance tasks and life limits for components on these aircraft models.

Sep 17, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtATR ATR42ATR 42-200ATR 42-300ATR 42-320

EASA AD 2021-0212

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2022-0063

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0212 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 airworthiness limitations and certification maintenance requirements as specified in the ATR 42-400/-500 Time Limits Document Revision 15. This directive ensures continued safe operation by enforcing maintenance tasks and life limits for components on these aircraft models.

Sep 17, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtATR ATR42ATR 42-400ATR 42-500

EASA AD 2021-0120-E

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2023-0078

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0120-E is an emergency directive addressing safety issues on ATR 42-500 and ATR 72-212A aeroplanes equipped with ATR modification 05948 (the '-600 version'). It mandates amendments to the Aircraft Flight Manual and Master Minimum Equipment List, and requires operational and electrical tests on specific electrical components related to cockpit display systems. The directive aims to prevent loss of all display units and the Integrated Electronic Standby Instrument due to potential faults in the battery toggle switch and contactor.

May 3, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveFlight OpsMaintenanceSafety MgmtATR ATR42ATR ATR72ATR 42-500ATR 72-212A

EASA AD 2021-0024

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2023-0134

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0024 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 issues related to the electrical wiring routing of the Angle of Attack (AOA) probes that can cause spurious activation of the stall warning system. The directive mandates inspections, wiring modifications, and amendments to the Aircraft Flight Manual to mitigate the risk of loss of control during critical flight phases.

Jan 19, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtATR ATR42ATR 42-200ATR 42-300ATR 42-320

EASA AD 2021-0013

Navigation — Global Navigation Satellite System — Replacement / Aircraft Flight Manual — Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0013 addresses the replacement of Thales Topstar 200 LPV GPS/SBAS receivers on ATR 42-500 and ATR 72-212A aeroplanes. This directive applies to aircraft equipped with specific affected part numbers and mandates amendments to the Aircraft Flight Manual. The directive ensures continued airworthiness by mitigating risks associated with erroneous GPS position outputs during certain satellite constellation conditions.

Jan 13, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtATR ATR42ATR ATR72ATR 42-500ATR 72-212A

EASA AD 2020-0263

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2021-0212

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0263 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 airworthiness limitations and certification maintenance requirements as specified in the ATR 42-400/-500 Time Limit Document Revision 14. This directive ensures continued safe operation by enforcing maintenance tasks and life limits on components.

Dec 1, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtATR ATR42ATR 42-400ATR 42-500

EASA AD 2020-0221

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2021-0024

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0221 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 a safety issue related to the electrical wiring routing of the left-hand and right-hand side Angle of Attack (AOA) probes. The directive mandates inspection and corrective actions to prevent spurious stall warning activations that could compromise flight safety.

Oct 13, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtATR ATR42ATR 42-200ATR 42-300ATR 42-320

EASA AD 2020-0177

Aircraft Flight Manual — Sections Limitations and Emergency Procedures — Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0177 is an amendment to the Aircraft Flight Manual sections on Limitations and Emergency Procedures for ATR 42 and ATR 72 aeroplanes. It applies to all manufacturer serial numbers of ATR 42-200 through ATR 42-500 models and ATR 72-101 through ATR 72-212A models. The directive updates procedures related to severe icing conditions to enhance safety and operational margins.

Aug 11, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveFlight OpsSafety MgmtATR ATR42ATR ATR72ATR 42ATR 72

EASA AD 2020-0136

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2020-0263

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0136 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting ATR 42-400 and ATR 42-500 aeroplanes. It addresses the certification maintenance requirements and airworthiness limitations as defined in the ATR 42-400/-500 Time Limit Document (TLD) Revision 13. This directive mandates compliance with updated maintenance tasks and life limits to ensure continued airworthiness.

Jun 18, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtATR ATR42ATR 42-400ATR 42-500

EASA AD 2020-0097R1

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2025-0205

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0097R1 is an updated directive addressing inspection and potential repair or replacement of passenger seat tracks on ATR 42 and ATR 72 aeroplanes. It applies to specific seat track part numbers manufactured between 2012 and 2017 and targets certain serial number ranges of ATR 42 and ATR 72 aircraft. The directive aims to ensure the structural integrity of seat tracks to prevent failure during emergency landings.

May 28, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtATR ATR42ATR ATR72ATR 42ATR 72

EASA AD 2019-0278

Electronic Common Installation — Engine Nacelle Electrical Wiring — Modification; Hydraulic Power — Underwing Box Hydraulic Pipe — Inspection / Replacement

Electronic Common Installation — Engine Nacelle Electrical Wiring — Modification; Hydraulic Power — Underwing Box Hydraulic Pipe — Inspection / Replacement is a regulatory document applicable to ATR ATR42 and ATR72 aircraft. It addresses modifications to the electrical wiring within the engine nacelle and mandates inspection and potential replacement of the hydraulic pipes located in the underwing box. These measures aim to ensure continued airworthiness and operational safety of the affected aircraft models.

Nov 12, 2019
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtATR ATR42ATR ATR72

EASA AD 2019-0256

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2021-0211

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0256 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 updated airworthiness limitations and certification maintenance requirements as specified in the ATR 42-200/-300/-320 Time Limit Document Revision 09. This directive ensures continued safe operation by enforcing life limits and maintenance tasks for these aircraft models.

Oct 17, 2019
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtATR ATR42ATR 42-200ATR 42-300ATR 42-320

EASA AD 2019-0111

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2021-0218

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0111 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency concerning ATR 42 and ATR 72 aeroplanes. It addresses oxygen cylinders with Part Number 89794077 that may have a manufacturing defect leading to oxygen leakage. The directive mandates inspection and possible replacement of affected oxygen cylinders to ensure safety.

May 21, 2019
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtATR ATR42ATR ATR72ATR 42ATR 72

EASA AD 2018-0259R1

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2021-0234

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0259R1 is an updated directive addressing safety concerns related to USB receptacles installed in various aircraft including Fokker F27 and F28 models, Airbus A318 through A340 series, ATR42 and ATR72, Boeing 737 through 777, and Bombardier CL-600 and DHC-8 aircraft. The directive mandates modifications to the affected Lone Star Aviation USB receptacle part number LS03-05050-A to prevent overheating and smoke/fumes in the cockpit. It applies to aircraft with these USB receptacles installed via Fokker Services Supplemental Type Certificates, Service Bulletins, or minor modifications.

Feb 7, 2019
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A318Airbus A319Airbus A320Airbus A321Airbus A330Airbus A340ATR ATR42ATR ATR72Boeing 737Boeing 757Boeing 767Boeing 777Bombardier CL-600 (Challenger)De Havilland Canada DHC-8Fokker CRR-0185Fokker CRR-0186Fokker CRR-0190Fokker CRR-0210Fokker CRR-0241Fokker CRR-0265Fokker CRR-0300MHI RJ Aviation CL-600 (Regional Jet)Fokker F27Fokker F28Boeing 747Bombardier CL-600Bombardier DHC-8

EASA AD 2018-0105

Electric / Electronic Common Installation — Electrical Harness Brackets and Wire Bundles — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0105 is an official safety directive addressing inspection requirements for electrical harness brackets and wire bundles on ATR 42 and ATR 72 aeroplanes. It applies specifically to certain manufacturer serial numbers of ATR 42-500 and ATR 72-212A models. The directive mandates inspections to detect missing brackets and potential wire damage that could lead to system failures.

May 8, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtATR ATR42ATR ATR72ATR 42-500ATR 72-212A

EASA AD 2018-0080

Landing Gear — Main Landing Gear Universal Joints — Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0080 is an official regulatory document addressing inspection and replacement requirements for main landing gear universal joints on ATR 42 and ATR 72 aeroplanes. It applies to multiple ATR 42 variants including -200, -300, -320, -400, and -500, as well as ATR 72 models 101, 102, 201, 202, 211, 212, and 212A. The directive mandates repetitive inspections and corrective actions to prevent structural failure of the main landing gear universal joints.

Apr 11, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtATR ATR42ATR ATR72ATR 42-200ATR 42-300ATR 42-320ATR 42-400ATR 42-500ATR 72-101ATR 72-102ATR 72-201ATR 72-202ATR 72-211ATR 72-212ATR 72-212A

EASA AD 2017-0221R1

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2019-0256

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2017-0221R1 is a regulatory update affecting ATR 42-200, ATR 42-300, and ATR 42-320 aeroplanes. It mandates compliance with Revision 8 of the ATR42-200/-300/-320 Time Limits Document, which includes updated certification maintenance requirements and airworthiness limitations. This directive ensures continued airworthiness by enforcing life limits and maintenance tasks for these aircraft models.

Dec 15, 2017
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtATR ATR42ATR 42-200ATR 42-300ATR 42-320

EASA AD 2017-0222R1

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2020-0136

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2017-0222R1 is an amendment affecting ATR 42-400 and ATR 42-500 aeroplanes. It mandates compliance with updated airworthiness limitations and certification maintenance requirements as specified in the ATR42-400/-500 Time Limits Document Revision 11 Temporary revision 01. This directive ensures continued airworthiness by enforcing replacement of life-limited parts and adherence to maintenance tasks.

Dec 15, 2017
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtATR ATR42ATR 42-400ATR 42-500

EASA AD 2017-0244

Wings — Outer Wing Box Upper Rib Feet — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2017-0244 is an inspection directive applicable to ATR 42-200, ATR 42-300, ATR 42-320, ATR 42-400, and ATR 42-500 aeroplanes. It mandates repetitive detailed visual inspections of the outer wing box upper rib feet and upper skin between ribs 24 and 29 to detect cracks that could compromise structural integrity. The directive includes requirements for corrective repairs if discrepancies are found.

Dec 7, 2017
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtATR ATR42ATR 42-200ATR 42-300ATR 42-320ATR 42-400ATR 42-500