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EASA Regulations for Boeing 737-700

40 airworthiness directives and regulations affecting Boeing 737-700.

EASA AD US-2020-18-13

NOT ADOPTED - EASA DECISION ATTACHED

The document titled NOT ADOPTED - EASA DECISION ATTACHED is a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) final rule airworthiness directive (AD 2020-18-13) addressing certain Boeing 737-600, -700, -700C, -800, -900, and -900ER series airplanes. It mandates modifications to the fuel quantity indicating system (FQIS) to prevent ignition sources inside the center fuel tank caused by electrical faults. The directive also includes alternative actions for cargo-configured airplanes to mitigate the risk of fuel tank explosions.

Oct 1, 2020
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EASA AD US-2020-16-51

[Final Rule] Pneumatic - Engine Bleed Stage 5 Check Valves - Inspection

The Final Rule titled 'Pneumatic - Engine Bleed Stage 5 Check Valves - Inspection' is an airworthiness directive issued by the FAA for all Boeing 737-300, -400, -500, -600, -700, -700C, -800, -900, and -900ER series airplanes. It mandates inspections and, if necessary, replacement of the engine bleed air 5th stage check valves on each engine due to reports of valves stuck open causing single-engine shutdowns. This directive addresses a critical safety risk related to potential dual-engine power loss.

Aug 11, 2020
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EASA AD US-2020-03-20

SUPERSEDED BY FAA AD 2025-02-07

FAA Airworthiness Directive 2020-03-20 is a final rule addressing certain Boeing aircraft models including MD-11, MD-11F, 717-200, all 737-8 and 737-9, all 737-600/-700/-700C/-800/-900/-900ER series, certain 747-400 and 747-400F, certain 757 and 767, and all 777 airplanes. This directive requires revising the airplane flight manual to prohibit operations requiring less than 0.3 required navigational performance (RNP) within a specified geographic area for airplanes equipped with a Collins GLU-2100 multi-mode receiver (MMR) with certain software versions. The AD was issued due to reports of loss or degradation of GPS data affecting positional accuracy.

Feb 18, 2020
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EASA AD 2020-0007

Engine — Rotating Air High Pressure Turbine Front Seal — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0007 is a regulatory document addressing the replacement of rotating air high pressure turbine (HPT) front seals on CFM International CFM56-5B, CFM56-5C, and CFM56-7B engines. These engines are installed on various Airbus models including A318, A319, A320, A321, A340, and Boeing 737-600, 737-700, 737-800, and 737-900 aircraft. The directive mandates inspections and replacement of specific affected HPT front seals to prevent potential uncontained engine failures.

Jan 15, 2020
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EASA AD US-2019-19-10

Airplane Flight Manual / Minimum Equipment List - Revision / Fuel Crossfeed Valve Operational Check

The Airplane Flight Manual / Minimum Equipment List - Revision / Fuel Crossfeed Valve Operational Check is a final rule airworthiness directive issued by the FAA affecting all Boeing 737-300 through 900ER series, 757, 767, 777, and 787-8 and 787-9 airplanes. It addresses reports of fuel crossfeed valves failing to open during flight, which could lead to fuel starvation and forced off-airport landings. The directive mandates revisions to the airplane flight manual and minimum equipment list to ensure operational checks of fuel crossfeed valves prior to extended operations (ETOPS) flights when certain valves or fuel balancing systems are inoperative.

Jan 14, 2020
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EASA AD US-2019-22-10

SUPERSEDED BY FAA AD 2021-09-06

FAA Airworthiness Directive 2019-22-10 is a final rule affecting all Boeing 737-600, -700, -700C, -800, -900, and -900ER series airplanes. It mandates expanded repetitive inspections for cracking in the left- and right-hand side outboard chords of frame fittings and failsafe straps at station 663.75, around eight fasteners adjacent to stringer S-18A straps. This directive addresses structural integrity concerns to prevent potential loss of airplane control.

Nov 13, 2019
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EASA AD US-2019-20-02

SUPERSEDED BY FAA AD 2019-22-10

FAA Airworthiness Directive 2019-20-02 is a final rule addressing all Boeing 737-600, -700, -700C, -800, -900, and -900ER series airplanes. It mandates repetitive inspections for cracking in the left and right side outboard chords of the station 663.75 frame fittings and failsafe straps adjacent to stringer S-18A straps, with required repairs if cracking is found. This directive aims to maintain structural integrity and prevent potential loss of airplane control.

Oct 3, 2019
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EASA AD 2019-0150

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2020-0007

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0150 is an airworthiness directive addressing certain CFM International CFM56-5B, CFM56-5C, and CFM56-7B engines installed on various Airbus A318, A319, A320, A321, A340 and Boeing 737-600, 737-700, 737-800, and 737-900 aircraft. The directive mandates replacement of specific rotating air high pressure turbine (HPT) front seals identified by part numbers 1795M36P01 and 1795M36P02 due to risk of cracks leading to uncontained engine failure. It provides detailed affected serial numbers and compliance requirements for operators and maintenance organizations.

Jun 28, 2019
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EASA AD 2019-0146

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2019-0150

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0146 is an airworthiness directive addressing certain CFM56-5B, CFM56-5C, and CFM56-7B engines installed on aircraft including Airbus A318, A319, A320, A321, A340 and Boeing 737-600, 737-700, 737-800, and 737-900. The directive focuses on the replacement of rotating air high pressure turbine (HPT) front seals that are susceptible to cracking if removed and re-installed on different HPT disks. It mandates specific inspections and replacements to ensure continued airworthiness and safe operation of affected engines.

Jun 21, 2019
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EASA AD US-2019-11-06

Fuselage - Skin under the Drag Link Assembly - Inspection

Federal Aviation Administration Airworthiness Directive 2019-11-06 is a final rule addressing certain Boeing 737-600, -700, -700C, -800, -900, and -900ER series airplanes. It mandates repetitive inspections of the fuselage skin under the drag link assembly for cracks at specific fastener locations. The directive aims to ensure continued airworthiness by detecting and correcting skin cracks that could compromise structural integrity.

Jun 14, 2019
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EASA AD US-2019-03-26

SUPERSEDED BY FAA AD 2021-26-17

FAA Airworthiness Directive 2019-03-26 is a final rule addressing certain Boeing 737-600, -700, -700C, -800, -900, and -900ER series airplanes. It mandates modifications to passenger service units (PSUs) and life vest panels to prevent detachment during accidents by replacing and installing new lanyards and inspecting torsion spring assemblies. This directive aims to enhance passenger safety by ensuring PSUs remain securely attached during emergencies.

Apr 2, 2019
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EASA AD US-2019-03-07

Wings - Krueger Flap Bullnose Attachment Hardware - Inspection

Airworthiness Directive 2019-03-07 is a final rule issued by the Federal Aviation Administration addressing The Boeing Company Model 737-600, -700, -700C, -800, -900, and -900ER series airplanes. It mandates inspections of the Krueger flap bullnose attachment hardware to detect discrepancies and missing hardware that could cause the bullnose to detach during flight. The directive expands applicability to all airplanes with Krueger flap bullnose installations due to the rotable nature of the parts.

Mar 22, 2019
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EASA AD US-2019-01-03

Landing Gear - Trunnion Pin Assemblies - Inspection / Lubrication / Replacement

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2019-01-03 addresses inspection, lubrication, and replacement requirements for the forward and aft trunnion pin assemblies of the main landing gears on certain Boeing 737-600, -700, -700C, -800, -900, and -900ER series airplanes. This directive updates previous requirements to include all affected airplanes and prohibits installation of certain landing gear components unless specific conditions are met. It aims to prevent corrosion and chrome damage that could lead to landing gear collapse.

Mar 19, 2019
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EASA AD 2019-0018

Engine — Fan Blades — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0018 is an aviation safety regulation addressing the inspection of fan blades on CFM International CFM56-7B engines installed on Boeing 737-600, 737-700, 737-800, and 737-900 aircraft. The directive mandates ultrasonic inspections of specific fan blades to detect cracks and prevent fan blade failure. It applies to all serial numbers of multiple CFM56-7B engine variants and includes detailed definitions of affected and serviceable fan blades.

Jan 30, 2019
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EASA AD US-2018-26-06

Doors - Main Landing Gear Center Door Assemblies - Inspection

Federal Aviation Administration Airworthiness Directive 2018-26-06 is a final rule addressing all Boeing 737-600, -700, -700C, -800, -900, and -900ER series airplanes. It mandates inspections of the main landing gear center door assemblies due to reports of loose, worn, or missing attachment bolts. The directive aims to ensure the structural integrity of the main landing gear doors to prevent potential damage and loss of airplane control.

Jan 11, 2019
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EASA AD US-2018-23-09

Stabilizers - Horizontal Stabilizers - Inspection

Airworthiness Directive 2018-23-09 is a final rule issued by the Federal Aviation Administration addressing The Boeing Company Model 737-600, -700, -700C, -800, -900, and -900ER series airplanes. It mandates inspections of horizontal stabilizers to detect cracks in the rear spar upper chord caused by galvanic corrosion due to a manufacturing oversight involving missing protective finishes on certain bushings.

Dec 12, 2018
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EASA AD US-2018-20-24

Fuel - Maintenance or Inspection Program - Revision

The Federal Aviation Administration's Final Rule titled 'Fuel - Maintenance or Inspection Program - Revision' issues a new airworthiness directive (AD 2018-20-24) for certain Boeing 737-600, -700, -700C, -800, -900, and -900ER series airplanes. This directive mandates revisions to the maintenance or inspection programs to incorporate updated airworthiness limitations related to fuel tank ignition prevention and the nitrogen generation system. The AD addresses unsafe conditions that could lead to fuel tank explosions or engine flameouts.

Nov 16, 2018
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EASA AD 2018-0211

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2019-0018

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0211 addresses safety concerns for CFM International CFM56-7B engines installed on Boeing 737-600, 737-700, 737-800, and 737-900 aircraft. It mandates ultrasonic inspections of specific fan blades to detect cracks that could lead to fan blade failure and uncontained debris release. The directive applies to multiple CFM56-7B engine variants and affected fan blade part numbers.

Sep 28, 2018
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EASA AD 2018-0109

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2018-0211

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0109 is an airworthiness directive addressing fan blade inspections for CFM International CFM56-7B engines installed on Boeing 737-600, 737-700, 737-800, and 737-900 aircraft. It mandates ultrasonic inspections of specific affected fan blades to prevent potential fan blade failure and uncontained debris release. The directive applies to multiple CFM56-7B engine variants and specifies compliance procedures and corrective actions.

May 17, 2018
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EASA SIB NM-15-03

Boeing Aeroplanes — Inadvertent Actuation of Flight Deck Controls

The FAA Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin SAIB: NM-15-03 addresses an airworthiness concern regarding inadvertent actuation of flight deck controls on all Boeing transport category airplanes, specifically highlighting the Boeing 737-700 and 737-500 models. The bulletin informs operators about the risk of confusing the rudder trim switch with the flight deck door control switch, which can lead to unintended aircraft control inputs during flight.

Nov 27, 2014
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