EASA Regulations for Boeing 747SR

7 airworthiness directives and regulations affecting Boeing 747SR.

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EASA AD US-2023-18-06

Oct 30, 2023

Wings - Inboard Foreflaps - Inspection / Replacement

Airworthiness Directive 2023-18-06 is a final rule issued by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) addressing certain Boeing Model 747 series airplanes, including 747-100, 747-200, 747-300, 747-400, and 747SR variants. This directive focuses on the inspection, lubrication, and replacement of inboard foreflap components to prevent partial or full departures of the foreflap assembly. The directive incorporates updated service information from Boeing and mandates repetitive inspections and maintenance actions to ensure continued airworthiness.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Boeing 747100200300400
  • Boeing 747SR

EASA AD US-2022-17-03

Sep 16, 2022

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.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Boeing 747100100B100B SUD200B200C200F300
  • Boeing 747SR
  • Boeing 747SP

EASA AD US-2021-07-09

Apr 16, 2021

Superseded by FAA AD 2023-03-15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.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Boeing 747100200300400
  • Boeing 747SR
  • Boeing 747SP

EASA AD US-2021-02-15

Feb 25, 2021

Superseded by FAA AD 2023-18-06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.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Boeing 747100200300400
  • Boeing 747SR

EASA AD US-2020-15-14

Aug 14, 2020

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.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Boeing 747100200300400400F
  • Boeing 747SR
  • Boeing 747SP

EASA AD US-2018-16-06

Aug 9, 2018

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.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Boeing 7471002003004008
  • Boeing 747SP
  • Boeing 747SR

EASA AD US-2018-04-07

Mar 12, 2018

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).

Airworthiness Directive
  • Boeing 747100200300400
  • Boeing 747SR
  • Boeing 747SP