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EASA Regulations for Boeing 747

75 airworthiness directives and regulations affecting Boeing 747.

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
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 747Boeing 747-200BBoeing 747-300Boeing 747-400

EASA AD US-2018-07-06

Airplane Flight Manual - Revision / Landing Gear - Main Entry Door 3 Intercostal Webs - Modification

Airplane Flight Manual - Revision / Landing Gear - Main Entry Door 3 Intercostal Webs - Modification is a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airworthiness Directive (AD 2018-07-06) that applies to certain Boeing 747-8 series airplanes. It addresses an unsafe condition related to restricted movement of the right brake pedals after landing rollout. The AD requires revising the airplane flight manual (AFM) to add an autobrake system limitation and mandates modification of intercostal webs near main entry door 3 to terminate the AFM limitation.

Apr 10, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveFlight OpsMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 747Boeing 747-8

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
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 747Boeing 747-100Boeing 747-200Boeing 747-300Boeing 747-400Boeing 747SRBoeing 747SP

EASA AD US-2017-22-10

Equipment / Furnishings - Fastener Assemblies - Replacement

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2017-22-10 addresses certain Boeing Model 747-400, 747-400F, and 747-8F series airplanes. This directive mandates the replacement of fastener assemblies on the crew access ladder handrails due to reported failures. The directive aims to prevent potential serious or fatal injuries resulting from loose fastener assemblies.

Dec 4, 2017
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 747Boeing 747-400Boeing 747-400FBoeing 747-8F

EASA SIB 2014-29

WITHDRAWN: Comments received indicate the need for a review of applicable recommendation

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2014-29 provides clarification on the minimum cabin crew requirements for twin aisle aeroplanes including Airbus A300, A310, A330, A340, A380, A350 series, Boeing 747, 767, 777, 787, DC10, MD11 series, and Lockheed L1011 series. It explains the operational and certification regulations governing cabin crew numbers, emphasizing the need for at least one cabin crew member per emergency exit on twin aisle aircraft due to evacuation management challenges. The bulletin addresses misunderstandings arising from Commission Regulation (EU) No 965/2012 and highlights the importance of adequate cabin crew supervision for passenger safety during evacuations.

Oct 24, 2014
Safety Information BulletinFlight OpsSafety MgmtAirbus A300Airbus A310Airbus A330Airbus A340Airbus A380Airbus A350Boeing 747Boeing 767Boeing 777Boeing 787McDonnell Douglas DC10McDonnell Douglas MD11Lockheed L1011

EASA SIB 2010-32

WITHDRAWN - REPLACED BY EASA AD 2011-0043

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2010-32 is an informational bulletin addressing the potential loss of ATC transponder transmissions caused by a loose resistor connection in Gables Engineering Inc ATC/TCAS control panels, specifically the G7490, G7492, and G7493 series. These control panels are installed on various aircraft types including Airbus A310, ATR 42, BAE Systems BAe146, Boeing 707 through 777 series, Fokker F28, Lockheed Hercules and Tristar, McDonnell Douglas DC and MD series, and Sabreliner NA-265 series. The bulletin provides guidance but does not mandate corrective action.

May 25, 2011
Safety Information BulletinSafety MgmtMaintenanceAirbus A310ATR 42BAE Systems BAe146Boeing 707Boeing 717Boeing 727Boeing 737Boeing 747Boeing 757Boeing 767Boeing 777Fokker F28Lockheed HerculesLockheed TristarMcDonnell Douglas DC seriesMcDonnell Douglas MD seriesSabreliner NA-265

EASA SIB NE-11-27

General Electric CF6-80 Engines - Improperly Welded Fuel Nozzles

The FAA Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin SAIB: NE-11-27 addresses improperly welded fuel nozzles in General Electric CF6-80A, CF6-80C2, and CF6-80E1 series turbofan engines. These engines are installed on aircraft including Airbus A300, A310, A330, Boeing 747, 767, and McDonnell Douglas MD-11 series airplanes. The bulletin informs operators and maintenance personnel about the discovery of incomplete welds on specific fuel injector nozzles, which could lead to fuel leaks and potential engine shutdowns.

Apr 6, 2011
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A300Airbus A310Airbus A330Boeing 747Boeing 767McDonnell Douglas MD-11

EASA SIB 2010-25

Cabin Oxygen Mask Service Recommendations from Original Equipment Manufacturers, and Cabin Oxygen Masks with B/E Aerospace In-line Flow Indicators Part Number (P/N) 118023-02

EASA Safety Information Bulletin SIB No. 2010-25 provides service recommendations regarding cabin oxygen masks equipped with B/E Aerospace in-line flow indicators part number 118023-02. The bulletin applies to CS1-23 and CS-25 category aeroplanes, including Airbus A318, A319, A320, A321, Boeing 737, 747, 757, 767, 777, and Fokker F28 models. It addresses failures of the in-line flow indicators that can cause oxygen flow interruption during use.

Aug 27, 2010
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A318Airbus A319Airbus A320Airbus A321Boeing 737Boeing 747Boeing 757Boeing 767Boeing 777Fokker F28

EASA SIB NE-10-37

General Electric - CF6-80C2 FADEC Fuel Metering Valve Resolver Feedback Faults

The General Electric - CF6-80C2 FADEC Fuel Metering Valve Resolver Feedback Faults Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB NE-10-37) informs operators of airplanes equipped with GE CF6-80C2 series turbofan engines about potential engine in-flight shutdowns caused by fuel metering valve feedback faults. This bulletin applies to engines on Boeing 747, 767, Airbus A300, and McDonnell Douglas MD-11 aircraft, except Boeing 747 and 767 airplanes with FADEC software version 8.2.R or later. The bulletin provides guidance to prevent dual-channel faults that can lead to uncommanded engine shutdowns.

Aug 2, 2010
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 747Boeing 767Airbus A300McDonnell Douglas MD-11

EASA SIB 2009-15

Freighter Aeroplanes with Class E Cargo Compartment on Main Deck

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2009-15 is an advisory document addressing freighter aeroplanes with Class E cargo compartments on the main deck, specifically including Boeing 747 series aircraft. It highlights safety considerations and recommended practices for in-flight access by non-crewmembers, such as supernumeraries, to these cargo compartments. The bulletin supports FAA Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin NM-09-27 and extends its recommendations to all operators of affected freighter aeroplanes within the European Union and associated countries.

Jun 4, 2009
Safety Information BulletinFlight OpsSafety MgmtBoeing 747

EASA SIB 2009-06R1

WITHDRAWN - Rockwell-Collins GPS Receiver — Date Roll-Over Anomaly

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2009-06R1 is an informational bulletin addressing a software anomaly in certain Rockwell-Collins Multi-Mode Receivers (MMR) installed on various Boeing, Airbus, and Bombardier aircraft models. The anomaly causes a date roll-over error at midnight on 20/21 June 2009, resulting in the receiver reporting an incorrect date approximately 19.7 years off. Affected aircraft include Boeing 737, 747, 757, 767, 777, Airbus A300-600, A310, A320, A330, A340, A380, and Bombardier CL-600 series.

May 26, 2009
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 737Boeing 747Boeing 757Boeing 767Boeing 777Airbus A300-600Airbus A310Airbus A320Airbus A330Airbus A340Airbus A380Bombardier CL-600

EASA SIB 2008-83

Failure of USDOT Type 3HT Passenger Oxygen Cylinder

EASA Safety Information Bulletin SIB No: 2008-83 is an advisory document addressing the failure of USDOT Type 3HT passenger and crew stationary oxygen cylinders. It highlights a decompression incident on a Qantas Boeing 747-400 caused by a ruptured oxygen cylinder with part number 10003367, used on various aircraft including Airbus A300-600, A310, A320 series, Boeing 707, 727, 737, 747, 757, 767 series, and McDonnell Douglas DC-9, DC-10, and MD-11 series. The bulletin informs operators and maintenance organizations about the potential risk and ongoing investigation.

Dec 10, 2008
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A300-600Airbus A310Airbus A320Boeing 707Boeing 727Boeing 737Boeing 747Boeing 757Boeing 767McDonnell Douglas DC-9McDonnell Douglas DC-10McDonnell Douglas MD-11

EASA SIB 2008-46

Rolls-Royce RB211-535 and -524 Engines - Faulty Inspection of High Pressure Turbine Discs

EASA Safety Information Bulletin SIB No. 2008-46 addresses the faulty inspection of High Pressure (HP) Turbine Discs on Rolls-Royce RB211-535 and RB211-524 series engines. These engines are commonly installed on Boeing 747 and 757 aircraft. The bulletin highlights concerns about improper inspection of cooling air holes on HP Turbine Discs, which are subject to existing Airworthiness Directives.

Jul 10, 2008
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 747Boeing 757

EASA SIB 2008-25

WITHDRAWN - FAA UPN TRANSFERRED TO EASA SUP WEBPAGE

EASA Safety Information Notice No. 2008-25 is an informational notice regarding Main Landing Gear (MLG) truck beams that have been improperly maintained and returned to service. It specifically affects Boeing 707, 747, 757, and 767 aircraft equipped with the identified MLG truck beams. The notice references the FAA Unapproved Parts Notification No. 2008-S20080110024, which details the investigation findings.

Apr 1, 2008
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 707Boeing 747Boeing 757Boeing 767

EASA SIB 2007-20

FAA SAIB NE-07-41 - Pratt & Whitney JT9D-7A and -7J Engines - Maintenance of the High Pressure Turbine (HPT) 2nd Stage Vane Assemblies

FAA Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin NE-07-41 is an informational bulletin addressing maintenance issues with Pratt & Whitney JT9D-7A and -7J series engines, specifically the high pressure turbine (HPT) 2nd stage vane assemblies. The bulletin highlights an engine separation event on a Boeing 747 caused by improper installation of the HPT 2nd stage vane assembly, which led to disk rim failure. It applies primarily to Boeing 747 aircraft equipped with these engines.

Aug 8, 2007
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 747