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EASA Regulations for ATR ATR72

55 airworthiness directives and regulations affecting ATR ATR72.

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 2024-0124

Landing Gear — Main Landing Gear Hinge Pins — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0124 is an airworthiness directive addressing the replacement of main landing gear hinge pins on ATR 72 series aeroplanes, including models ATR 72-101, -102, -201, -202, -211, -212, and -212A. The directive targets specific hinge pins with part number D61000 and certain serial numbers that have been identified as potentially defective due to thermal abuse during production. This directive mandates replacement to ensure continued airworthiness and safety.

Jul 1, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtATR ATR72ATR 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 2024-0081

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2024-0096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 2024-0053

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

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0053 is an amendment addressing time limits and maintenance checks for ATR 72 aeroplanes, including models ATR 72-101 through ATR 72-212A. It updates the Certification Maintenance Requirements and Airworthiness Limitations by incorporating ATR 72 Time Limits Document Revision 22. This directive ensures continued airworthiness by mandating compliance with updated maintenance tasks and life limits.

Feb 23, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtATR ATR72ATR 72

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 2023-0125

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 2022-0201

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2024-0053

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0201 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting ATR 72-101, ATR 72-102, ATR 72-201, ATR 72-202, ATR 72-211, ATR 72-212, and ATR 72-212A aeroplanes. It mandates compliance with updated maintenance tasks and life limitations as defined in the ATR 72 Time Limits Document (TLD) Revision 21 to ensure continued airworthiness. This directive applies to all manufacturer serial numbers of the affected ATR 72 models.

Sep 26, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtATR ATR72ATR 72-101ATR 72-102ATR 72-201ATR 72-202ATR 72-211ATR 72-212ATR 72-212A

EASA AD 2020-0227R1

Electrical Routing — Electrical Harness Routes 1M and 1S-1V — Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0227R1 is a regulatory update addressing electrical harness routing modifications on ATR 72-212A aeroplanes, specifically serial numbers 1165 to 1627 excluding certain exceptions. The directive mandates changes to the electrical harness routes 1M and 1S-1V and the rotation of the de-icing pipe coupling to prevent potential wire damage. This AD applies to ATR 72 aircraft manufactured by ATR-GIE Avions de Transport Régional.

Mar 1, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtATR ATR72ATR ATR 72-212A

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 2021-0213

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2022-0064

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0213 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting ATR 72-101, ATR 72-102, ATR 72-201, ATR 72-202, ATR 72-211, ATR 72-212, and ATR 72-212A aeroplanes. It mandates compliance with updated airworthiness limitations and certification maintenance requirements as specified in the ATR 72 Time Limits Document (TLD) Revision 19. 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 ATR72ATR 72-101ATR 72-102ATR 72-201ATR 72-202ATR 72-211ATR 72-212ATR 72-212A

EASA AD 2019-0236R2

Landing Gear — Main Landing Gear Bush — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0236R2 is an updated regulatory requirement addressing the inspection of the main landing gear bush, part number D61002, on ATR 72 series aeroplanes. It applies to all manufacturer serial numbers of ATR 72-101, -102, -201, -202, -211, -212, and -212A models. The directive mandates inspections to detect incorrect installation of the main landing gear bush, which could lead to structural failure and landing gear collapse.

May 7, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtATR ATR72ATR 72-101ATR 72-102ATR 72-201ATR 72-202ATR 72-211ATR 72-212ATR 72-212A

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