EASA Regulations for Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 42

12 airworthiness directives and regulations affecting Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 42.

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EASA AD 2026-0183

Sep 23, 2026

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks – Airworthiness Limitations Section – Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2026-0183 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Diamond Aircraft Industries GmbH DA 42, DA 42 M, DA 42 NG, and DA 42 M-NG aeroplanes of all serial numbers. This directive mandates compliance with updated airworthiness limitations and maintenance checks as specified in the Airworthiness Limitations Section (ALS) of the aircraft maintenance manuals and associated documents. It ensures continued airworthiness by enforcing life limits and maintenance tasks for critical components.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 42
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 42 MNG
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 42 NG

EASA PAD 26-096

Aug 24, 2026

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks – Airworthiness Limitations Section – Amendment

EASA Proposed Airworthiness Directive (PAD) 26-096 addresses the time limits and maintenance checks in the Airworthiness Limitations Section for Diamond Aircraft Industries GmbH DA 42, DA 42 M, DA 42 NG, and DA 42 M-NG aeroplanes. It mandates compliance with updated maintenance tasks and life limits as specified in the latest Airworthiness Limitations Section and associated documents. This PAD applies to all serial numbers of the affected aircraft models.

Proposed AD
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 42
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries GmbH DA 42
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries GmbH DA 42 MNG
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries GmbH DA 42 NG

EASA AD 2026-0125R1

Jun 30, 2026

Landing Gear – Nose landing Gear Hydraulic Actuator Rod End – Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2026-0125R1 is an updated regulatory requirement addressing the inspection of the nose landing gear hydraulic actuator rod end on Diamond Aircraft Industries GmbH DA 42, DA 42 M, DA 42 NG, and DA 42 M-NG aeroplanes. It mandates repetitive inspections of specific affected parts with part numbers X11-0006-SMRCD10IRMR.7403 and X11-0006-GARSW-10RR to detect cracks that could cause rudder control issues. The directive also includes operational limitations and corrective actions to ensure continued airworthiness.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 42
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries GmbH DA 42
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries GmbH DA 42 MNG
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries GmbH DA 42 NG

EASA AD 2026-0125-E

Jun 29, 2026

Landing Gear – Nose landing Gear Hydraulic Actuator Rod End – Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2026-0125-E is an emergency directive addressing the inspection of the nose landing gear hydraulic actuator rod end on Diamond Aircraft Industries GmbH models DA 42, DA 42 M, DA 42 NG, and DA 42 M-NG aeroplanes. It mandates repetitive inspections of specific affected parts with part numbers X11-0006-SMRCD10IRMR.7403 and X11-0006-GARSW-10RR to detect cracks that could cause rudder control issues. The directive also imposes operational limitations on go-around and touch-and-go maneuvers until initial inspections are completed.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 42
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries GmbH DA 42
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries GmbH DA 42 MNG
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries GmbH DA 42 NG

EASA AD 2024-0235

Dec 6, 2024

Doors — Rear Passenger Door Latching Mechanism — Inspection / Modification / Airplane Flight Manual — Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0235 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Diamond Aircraft Industries GmbH DA 42, DA 42 M, DA 42 NG, and DA 42 M-NG aeroplanes of all serial numbers. This directive addresses issues related to the rear passenger door latching mechanism and requires inspection, modification, and an amendment to the Airplane Flight Manual. It aims to enhance safety by preventing passenger door separation during flight.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 42

EASA AD 2023-0013R1

Apr 25, 2024

Flight Controls — Rudder Steering Bracket — Inspections / Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0013R1 is an updated regulatory requirement addressing inspection and modification of the rudder steering bracket on Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 42 series aeroplanes, including DA 42, DA 42 M, DA 42 NG, and DA 42 M-NG models. The directive mandates inspections and corrective actions related to the rudder T-yoke bolt to prevent potential loss of rudder control. It applies to all manufacturer serial numbers of these aircraft.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 42
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 42 MNG
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 42 NG

EASA AD 2020-0008

Jan 20, 2020

Flight Controls — Flap Control System / Bellcrank Assembly — Inspection / Modification

The document titled Flight Controls — Flap Control System / Bellcrank Assembly — Inspection / Modification is a directive concerning the Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 42. It addresses inspection and modification requirements for the flap control system's bellcrank assembly to ensure continued airworthiness and safety of the affected aircraft.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 42

EASA AD 2019-0302

Dec 13, 2019

Flight Controls – Rudder T-Yoke Axle Self-Locking Nut – Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0302 is an airworthiness directive issued for Diamond Aircraft Industries GmbH DA 42 series aeroplanes, including DA 42, DA 42 M, DA 42 NG, and DA 42 M-NG models. The directive addresses the inspection and maintenance of the rudder T-yoke axle self-locking nut to ensure proper installation and prevent potential rudder control issues. It applies to all manufacturer serial numbers of these aircraft.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 42
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries GmbH DA 42
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries GmbH DA 42 MNG
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries GmbH DA 42 NG

EASA AD 2019-0218

Sep 3, 2019

Fuel — Fuel Tank Connection Hoses — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0218 is an airworthiness directive addressing fuel tank connection hoses on Diamond Aircraft Industries GmbH DA 42, DA 42 M, DA 42 NG, and DA 42 M-NG aeroplanes. It targets specific fuel tank connection hoses with part number D4D-2817-10-70 that were found to be defective due to dissolved rubber components. The directive mandates replacement of these affected hoses to ensure continued safe operation of the aircraft.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 42
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries GmbH DA 42
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries GmbH DA 42 MNG
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries GmbH DA 42 NG

EASA AD 2019-0066

Mar 27, 2019

Landing Gear — Nose Landing Gear Leg Assembly — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0066 is an airworthiness directive addressing the nose landing gear leg assembly inspection for Diamond Aircraft Industries GmbH DA 42, DA 42 M, DA 42 NG, and DA 42 M-NG aeroplanes. It mandates repetitive inspections of the nose landing gear actuator attachment lever to detect cracks that could lead to restricted rudder control. The directive applies to all serial numbers, including those converted via specific service bulletins.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 42
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries GmbH DA 42
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries GmbH DA 42 MNG
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries GmbH DA 42 NG

EASA AD 2018-0214

Oct 4, 2018

Flight Controls — Rudder Pedal Gust Lock Mounts — Removal

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0214 is an airworthiness directive affecting Diamond Aircraft Industries GmbH DA 42 NG and DA 42 M-NG aeroplanes. It addresses a potential issue with the rudder pedal gust lock mounts that may interfere with the canopy gas spring damper, potentially restricting rudder travel. The directive mandates removal of the pilot side rudder pedal gust lock mounts to ensure safe operation.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 42
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries GmbH DA 42 NG
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries GmbH DA 42 M-NG

EASA AD 2017-0254

Dec 21, 2017

Engine Exhaust — Exhaust Pipes — Modification / Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2017-0254 is issued for Diamond Aircraft Industries GmbH DA 42 and DA 42 M aeroplanes equipped with TAE 125-02-99 or TAE 125-02-114 engines. The directive addresses issues related to engine exhaust pipes, specifically the risk of cracks and fractures in exhaust pipes and brackets that can lead to uncommanded engine in-flight shutdowns. It mandates modifications and inspections to ensure continued airworthiness and safety.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 42
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries GmbH DA 42
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries GmbH DA 42 M