EASA Regulations for Diamond DA 40

3 airworthiness directives and regulations affecting Diamond DA 40.

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EASA AD 2021-0022

Jan 18, 2021

Engine — Main Bearing / Studs — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0022 is an airworthiness directive addressing Continental Aerospace Technologies GmbH TAE 125-02-99 and TAE 125-02-114 engines installed on various aircraft including Diamond DA 40, DA 42, DA 42M, CEAPR DR 400 series, Textron Aviation 172 series, and Piper PA-28 series. The directive mandates replacement of certain main bearing studs identified by specific batch numbers due to reported failures. It applies to all serial numbers listed in the associated service bulletin CG 125-1027 P1.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Continental Aerospace Technologies, Gmbh TAE125
  • Diamond DA 40
  • Diamond DA 42
  • Diamond DA 42M
  • CEAPR DR 400
  • Textron Aviation 172
  • Piper PA-28

EASA AD 2017-0034R1

Jan 18, 2018

Engine — Gearbox — Modification / Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2017-0034R1 is a regulatory document addressing safety concerns related to Technify Motors GmbH TAE 125-02 engines installed on various aircraft including Diamond DA 40, DA 42, DA 42M, CEAPR DR 400, Cessna 172, and Piper PA-28. The directive mandates modification and inspection of the engine gearbox and clutch system to prevent oil leaks and potential engine power loss. It specifically targets affected gearboxes identified by part and serial numbers and requires replacement of the clutch with a dual mass flywheel.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Continental Aerospace Technologies, Gmbh TAE125
  • Diamond DA 40
  • Diamond DA 42
  • Diamond DA 42M
  • CEAPR DR 400
  • Cessna 172
  • Piper PA-28

EASA SIB CE-08-14

May 11, 2011

Diamond Models DA 40 and DA 40F airplanes equipped with Garmin G1000 installations per Garmin Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) SA01254WI and STC SA01389WI - Possible Failure of a Transient Voltage Suppressor (TVS)

Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin SAIB: CE-08-14 is an FAA informational bulletin addressing a potential airworthiness concern for Diamond Models DA 40 and DA 40F airplanes equipped with Garmin G1000 installations under Garmin Supplemental Type Certificates SA01254WI and SA01389WI. The bulletin highlights possible failure of transient voltage suppressors (TVS) that may cause cockpit smoke, loud popping sounds, and loss of standby attitude indicator and audio panel functionality. This bulletin does not mandate corrective action but provides important safety information for operators of these aircraft.

Safety Information Bulletin
  • Diamond DA 40
  • Diamond DA 40F