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EASA Regulations for Boeing 757

71 airworthiness directives and regulations affecting Boeing 757.

EASA AD US-2023-13-12

Oxygen - Chemical Oxygen Generators - Replacements

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2023-13-12 addresses premature aging of certain passenger chemical oxygen generators installed on various Boeing aircraft models including the 737 series (100 through 900ER), 757 series, and 767 series airplanes. This final rule mandates repetitive replacement of affected chemical oxygen generators and restricts installation of certain parts to ensure safety during emergencies. The directive aims to prevent failure of oxygen generators to activate, which could jeopardize occupant safety.

Aug 28, 2023
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EASA SIB SAFO23004

Erroneous Maximum Takeoff Weight Calculation from Boeing Performance Engineer's Tool Reporters

The document titled 'Erroneous Maximum Takeoff Weight Calculation from Boeing Performance Engineer's Tool Reporters' is a Safety Alert for Operators (SAFO 23004) issued by the FAA. It addresses an issue affecting Boeing airplane models 737-200, 737-300, 737-400, 737-500, 747-200, 747-300, 747-400, 757-200, 767-200, and 767-300, where the Boeing Performance Engineer's Tool (PET) Reporters may calculate incorrect Maximum Takeoff Weight (MTOW) values. This error impacts takeoff performance calculations, particularly when using the Improved Climb feature, potentially leading to safety risks such as runway overruns or insufficient climb performance.

Aug 8, 2023
Safety Information BulletinFlight OpsSafety MgmtBoeing 737Boeing 747Boeing 757Boeing 767

EASA AD US-2023-12-12

Aircraft Flight Manual - Limitations / Operating Procedures - Amendment

The Aircraft Flight Manual - Limitations / Operating Procedures - Amendment is a final rule issued by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) addressing Boeing Model 757 and 767 airplanes. This amendment supersedes previous airworthiness directives and updates the airplane flight manual (AFM) to include specific operating procedures related to interference from 5G C-Band wireless broadband signals affecting radio altimeters and related systems.

Jun 23, 2023
Airworthiness DirectiveFlight OpsSafety MgmtBoeing 757Boeing 767

EASA SIB 2023-07

Main Cargo Door Opening in Flight

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2023-07 is an airworthiness bulletin addressing the risk of the main cargo door opening in flight on Boeing 757-200 aircraft converted from passenger to freighter configuration under EASA Supplemental Type Certificate 10015539. The bulletin highlights incidents involving sudden in-flight opening of the main cargo door on Boeing 757-236 PCF aircraft modified with this STC. It provides information on the door's locking and monitoring systems and references ongoing investigations into potential causes.

Jun 23, 2023
Safety Information BulletinSafety MgmtMaintenanceBoeing 757

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 US-2022-20-15

Wings - Centre Wing Box Rear Spar, Lower Skin, Lower Chord - Inspection / Repair

Airworthiness Directive AD 2022-20-15 is a final rule issued by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) addressing all Boeing Company Model 757 airplanes. It mandates repetitive inspections and repairs of cracks found in the fastener holes of the center wing box rear spar, lower skin, and lower chord. The directive aims to ensure the structural integrity of these aircraft by detecting and correcting potential cracking issues.

Nov 8, 2022
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EASA SIB SAFO22002

Electronic Flight Bags - Onboard Performance Tool v4.70 for iOS Devices

The Safety Alert for Operators SAFO 22002 addresses issues with Boeing's Onboard Performance Tool (OPT) version 4.70 for iOS devices, used on Boeing airplanes. The document highlights two calculation errors affecting takeoff and landing performance data, which could lead to incorrect runway length information being presented to flight crews. These issues specifically impact the accuracy of landing calculations and intersection takeoff calculations within the OPT software.

Aug 22, 2022
Safety Information BulletinFlight OpsSafety MgmtBoeing 737Boeing 747Boeing 757Boeing 767Boeing 777Boeing 787

EASA AD US-2022-15-09

Fuselage - Fuselage Frame Web - Inspection

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2022-15-09 supersedes AD 2019-23-06 and applies to certain Boeing 757-200, -200CB, and -300 series airplanes. It mandates inspections of the fuselage frame web fastener holes at body station 1640, including visual and high frequency eddy current (HFEC) inspections, to detect cracks and previous repairs. The directive addresses structural integrity concerns related to cracks that could compromise airplane safety.

Aug 5, 2022
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EASA AD US-2022-13-04

Fuselage - Fuselage Frame Inner Chord - Inspection

Airworthiness Directive 2022-13-04 is a final rule issued by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) addressing certain Boeing 757-200, -200PF, and -300 series airplanes. It mandates inspections and corrective actions for cracking in the fuselage frame inner chord at fuselage station 1380 to ensure structural integrity and prevent rapid decompression.

Jul 19, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 757Boeing 757-200Boeing 757-200PFBoeing 757-300

EASA AD US-2022-08-12

SUPERSEDED BY FAA AD 2023-12-09

FAA Airworthiness Directive 2022-08-12 is a final rule affecting all Boeing Company Model 757 airplanes. It supersedes AD 2020-21-17 and addresses issues related to skin cracking, shim migration, diagonal brace cracking, and fastener looseness at the upper link drag fittings and engine drag fitting joints. The directive mandates repetitive inspections and on-condition corrective actions to ensure structural integrity of the engine strut attachment.

May 9, 2022
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EASA AD US-2022-07-07

Equipment / Furnishings - Passenger Service Units, Life Vest Panels and Video Panel Lanyard Assemblies - Installation

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airworthiness Directive 2022-07-07 addresses certain Boeing 757-200, -200CB, and -300 series airplanes. This directive mandates the installation of lanyard assemblies on passenger service units (PSUs), life vest panels, and video panels to prevent these components from detaching during survivable accidents. The directive aims to enhance cabin safety by reducing the risk of injury and facilitating evacuation.

Apr 22, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 757Boeing 757-200Boeing 757-200CBBoeing 757-300

EASA AD US-2022-04-05

SUPERSEDED BY FAA AD 2023-12-12

FAA Airworthiness Directive 2022-04-05 is a final rule affecting all Boeing 757 and 767 airplanes. It addresses interference from 5G C-Band wireless broadband operations in the 3.7-3.98 GHz frequency band that can disrupt radio altimeter functions and related aircraft systems during critical flight phases. The directive requires updates to the airplane flight manual to include specific operating procedures to mitigate these risks.

Feb 18, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveFlight OpsSafety MgmtBoeing 757Boeing 767

EASA AD US-2021-26-28

Fuel - Airworthiness Limitations Maintenance or Inspection Program - Revision

The Fuel - Airworthiness Limitations Maintenance or Inspection Program - Revision is a final rule airworthiness directive issued by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) that applies to all Boeing Company Model 757 airplanes. This directive addresses updated and more restrictive airworthiness limitations related to fuel tank ignition prevention and the nitrogen generation system to enhance safety. It mandates revisions to existing maintenance or inspection programs to incorporate these new requirements.

Jan 31, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 757

EASA AD US-2021-22-23

Wings - Lower Aft Wing Skin Bolt Holes - Repetitive Inspections / Repair

Federal Aviation Administration Airworthiness Directive 2021-22-23 is a final rule addressing all Boeing 757-200, -200PF, -200CB, and -300 series airplanes. It requires repetitive high frequency eddy current inspections for cracks in the lower aft wing skin bolt holes at flap track attachment points, prompted by crack findings on a similar Boeing 737-300 design. The directive mandates repairs if cracks are detected to maintain structural integrity.

Dec 14, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 757Boeing 757-200Boeing 757-200PFBoeing 757-200CBBoeing 757-300

EASA SIB SAFO21006

Inadvertent Pilot Activation of Go-Around Mode

SAFO 21006 Safety Alert for Operators warns about the risk of inadvertent pilot activation of the go-around mode on Boeing 757 and 767 airplanes. This alert follows a fatal accident involving a Boeing 767-375BCF where unintended go-around mode activation contributed to a steep dive and crash. The document highlights the proximity of the speedbrake lever to the go-around switches as a factor in accidental activation during turbulence.

Oct 27, 2021
Safety Information BulletinFlight OpsSafety MgmtBoeing 757Boeing 767

EASA AD US-2021-08-04

Oxygen - Oxygen Mask Stowage Box Unit - Inspection / Replacement

Airworthiness Directive 2021-08-04 is a final rule issued by the Federal Aviation Administration addressing crew oxygen mask stowage box units on certain Boeing airplanes, including Model 737-700, -700C, -800, -900ER, Model 747-400F, and Model 767-200 and -300 series. The directive requires inspections and possible replacement or re-identification of affected oxygen mask stowage box units to prevent potential ignition sources or valve jams. This AD expands the applicability beyond the original scope of AD 2013-07-09 to include additional airplane models.

Apr 26, 2021
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EASA AD US-2021-05-11

Flight Controls - Spoiler Control Module - Operational Test

Federal Aviation Administration Airworthiness Directive 2021-05-11 is a final rule addressing certain Boeing Company Model 757 airplanes. It mandates repetitive operational tests of the spoiler inhibit function and, for some airplanes, installation of new relay bracket assemblies, wiring changes to spoiler control modules (SCMs), installation of new SCMs, and clearance measurements. This directive aims to improve lateral handling qualities during approach and landing by mitigating unwanted lateral oscillations.

Mar 30, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 757

EASA AD US-2020-21-17

SUPERSEDED BY FAA AD 2022-08-12

Airworthiness Directive 2020-21-17 is a final rule issued by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) that supersedes AD 2018-16-05 and applies to certain Boeing 757-200, -200PF, -200CB, and -300 series airplanes. It addresses repetitive inspections for skin cracking, shim migration, diagonal brace cracking, and fastener looseness at the upper link drag fittings and adds new inspection requirements for additional fastener hole locations. The directive aims to maintain structural integrity of the engine strut by preventing unsafe conditions caused by cracks and bolt rotation.

Dec 15, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 757Boeing 757-200Boeing 757-200PFBoeing 757-200CBBoeing 757-300

EASA AD US-2020-20-10

Fuselage - Fuselage Frame - Inspections / Repair

Airworthiness Directive 2020-20-10 is a final rule issued by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) addressing certain Boeing 757-200, -200CB, and -300 series airplanes. This directive requires inspections and repairs of the fuselage frame at station 1640 to detect and correct fatigue cracking that could compromise structural integrity. It expands upon previous inspection requirements to enhance safety.

Oct 8, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 757Boeing 757-200Boeing 757-200CBBoeing 757-300

EASA AD US-2020-04-15

Air Conditioning - High Flight Deck or Cabin Temperatures - Airplane Flight Manual Revision

The Air Conditioning - High Flight Deck or Cabin Temperatures - Airplane Flight Manual Revision is a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airworthiness Directive (AD 2020-04-15) that applies to all Boeing 757 and 767-200, -300, and -300F series airplanes. It addresses reports of excessively high temperatures in the flight deck or cabin. The directive mandates revisions to the Airplane Flight Manual (AFM) to include new certificate limitations and operating procedures for managing hot flight deck or cabin conditions.

Apr 6, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveFlight OpsSafety MgmtBoeing 757Boeing 767Boeing 767-200Boeing 767-300Boeing 767-300F