EASA Regulations for Lockheed Martin C-130

3 airworthiness directives and regulatory documents affecting Lockheed Martin C-130.

EASA AD US-2024-01-02

Fuselage - Aft Fuselage Sloping Longerons - Records Review / Inspection

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2024-01-02 addresses Lockheed Martin Corporation/Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Company Model 382 series and C-130 series airplanes. This directive concerns aft fuselage sloping longerons that may have been exposed to excessive heat during manufacturing, potentially reducing their mechanical strength and compromising structural integrity. The AD applies to specific part numbers and requires inspections and records reviews to ensure airworthiness.

Jan 10, 2024

Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtLockheed Martin Corporation 382 (Hercules)Lockheed Martin 382Lockheed Martin C-130

EASA AD US-2023-11-10

Fuselage - Aft Fuselage Sloping Longerons - Inspection

Federal Aviation Administration Airworthiness Directive 2023-11-10 is a final rule addressing Lockheed Martin Corporation/Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Company Model 382 series and C-130 series airplanes. It targets the inspection of aft fuselage sloping longerons, specifically those with part number 342986-( ), due to a quality audit revealing overaged, understrength longerons. This directive mandates conductivity and hardness checks to ensure structural integrity and prevent potential failure.

Jun 27, 2023

Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtLockheed Martin Corporation 382 (Hercules)Lockheed Martin 382Lockheed Martin C-130

EASA AD US-2023-09-13

Wings - Center Wing Upper and Lower Rainbow Fittings - Repetitive Inspection

Airworthiness Directive 2023-09-13 is a final rule issued by the Federal Aviation Administration addressing Lockheed Martin Corporation/Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Company Model 382 series and C-130 series airplanes, including C-130H models. This directive mandates repetitive inspections of the center wing upper and lower rainbow fittings for cracks and requires replacement if cracks are found to ensure continued airworthiness.

May 22, 2023

Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtLockheed Martin Corporation 382 (Hercules)Lockheed Martin Model 382Lockheed Martin C-130Lockheed Martin C-130H