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EASA Regulations for Boeing 747-300

10 airworthiness directives and regulations affecting Boeing 747-300.

EASA AD US-2022-17-03

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks — Airworthiness Limitations for Fuel Tank Safety — Amendment

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2022-17-03 is a final rule addressing all Boeing 747-100, 747-100B, 747-100B SUD, 747-200B, 747-200C, 747-200F, 747-300, 747SR, and 747SP series airplanes. This directive mandates updates to the maintenance or inspection programs to incorporate the latest airworthiness limitations related to fuel tank ignition prevention. The directive aims to mitigate the risk of fuel tank explosions caused by ignition sources within fuel tanks.

Sep 16, 2022
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EASA AD US-2022-10-11

Wings - Fuel Tank Fasteners - Inspection / Maintenance Program Revision

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2022-10-11 addresses certain Boeing 747 series airplanes, including models 747-100B SUD, 747-200B/C/F, 747-300, 747SP, 747-400/D/F. This directive focuses on inspecting and maintaining fuel tank fasteners that have insufficient bonding, which could lead to arcing during lightning strikes or electrical faults. It mandates revisions to maintenance programs to include more restrictive airworthiness limitations to enhance fuel tank safety.

Jun 23, 2022
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EASA AD US-2022-06-16

SUPERSEDED BY FAA AD 2023-12-14

FAA Airworthiness Directive 2022-06-16 is a final rule addressing all Boeing 747 series airplanes including models 747-100 through 747-400F. It mandates revisions to the airplane flight manual to incorporate specific operating procedures related to takeoff, instrument landing system approaches, non-precision approaches, and go-around maneuvers in the presence of 5G C-Band interference. This directive aims to mitigate risks posed by interference with radio altimeters from wireless broadband operations in the 3.7-3.98 GHz frequency band.

Mar 17, 2022
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EASA AD US-2021-07-09

SUPERSEDED BY FAA AD 2023-03-15

FAA Airworthiness Directive 2021-07-09 is a final rule superseding AD 2007-07-03 and applies to certain Boeing 747 series airplanes including models 747-100, 747-200, 747-300, 747-400, 747SR, and 747SP. It addresses issues with hot air leaking from trim air diffuser ducts (TADDs), including failures of high temperature composite material TADDs, which can damage the center wing fuel tank and create a fire or explosion risk. The directive mandates repetitive inspections and corrective actions to ensure continued airworthiness.

Apr 16, 2021
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EASA AD US-2021-02-15

SUPERSEDED BY FAA AD 2023-18-06

FAA Airworthiness Directive 2021-02-15 is a final rule addressing certain Boeing Company Model 747 series airplanes, including 747-100, 747-200, 747-300, 747-400, and 747SR variants. It responds to reports of inboard foreflap departures by mandating inspections, repetitive part replacements, lubrication, and on-condition corrective actions to ensure continued airworthiness and safety.

Feb 25, 2021
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EASA AD US-2020-15-14

Fuselage - Longeron Extension Fittings - Inspection

Airworthiness Directive 2020-15-14 is a final rule issued by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) addressing certain Boeing 747 series airplanes, including models 747-100, 747-200, 747-300, 747-400, 747-400F, 747SR, and 747SP. This directive mandates repetitive inspections of the fuselage longeron extension fittings for cracking and requires repairs if cracks are found. It applies to airplanes identified in Boeing Service Bulletin 747-53A2860, Revision 3, dated November 11, 2019.

Aug 14, 2020
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EASA AD US-2019-22-02

SUPERSEDED BY FAA AD 2025-01-08

FAA Airworthiness Directive 2019-22-02 is a final rule addressing uncommanded fore and aft movement of the Captain's and First Officer's seats on all Boeing 747-200B, 747-200C, 747-200F, 747-300, 747-400, 747-400D, 747-400F, 747-8F, and 747-8 series airplanes. The directive mandates repetitive inspections and checks of the horizontal movement system and actuators, detailed inspections for certain airplanes, and applicable corrective actions. It also provides an optional terminating action for certain seat models to resolve the unsafe condition.

Dec 16, 2019
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EASA AD US-2018-16-06

Fuselage - Boeing Material Specification (BMS) 8-39 Flexible Urethane Foam - Inspection / Modification / Replacement

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2018-16-06 addresses certain Boeing Model 747 series airplanes, including the 747-100, -200, -300, -400, 747SP, 747SR, and 747-8 series. This directive focuses on inspecting, modifying, and replacing Boeing Material Specification (BMS) 8-39 flexible urethane foam used in fuselage floor panel assemblies and power drive unit cover assemblies. The AD aims to mitigate fire risks associated with the degradation of this foam material.

Aug 9, 2018
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EASA AD US-2018-09-12

Oxygen - Low-Pressure Passenger Oxygen System - Replacement / Inspection

Airworthiness Directive 2018-09-12 issued by the Federal Aviation Administration addresses certain Boeing 747-200B, 747-300, and 747-400 series airplanes equipped with therapeutic oxygen in the gaseous passenger oxygen system. The directive mandates replacement of specific low-pressure oxygen flex-hoses with new non-conductive versions and requires a general visual inspection to verify minimum clearance of oxygen system components from adjacent structures. This directive aims to prevent potential oxygen-fed fires caused by electrical short circuits affecting the oxygen flex-hoses.

May 24, 2018
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EASA AD US-2018-04-07

Wings - Structural Significant Items (SSIs) - Revision of the Maintenance or Inspection Program / Inspection

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2018-04-07 titled 'Wings - Structural Significant Items (SSIs) - Revision of the Maintenance or Inspection Program / Inspection' applies to all Boeing Model 747 series airplanes including 747-100, 747-200, 747-300, 747-400, 747SR, and 747SP variants. This directive addresses fatigue cracking issues identified in aging transport category airplanes by requiring updates to maintenance and inspection programs to include inspections of structural significant items (SSIs).

Mar 12, 2018
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