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EASA Regulations for Pilatus PC-6

9 airworthiness directives and regulations affecting Pilatus PC-6.

EASA AD 2021-0098

Flight Controls / Stabilizers — Aileron, Elevator and Rudder Hinge Bolt Installations — Inspection / Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0098 is an airworthiness directive affecting all models and serial numbers of Pilatus Aircraft Ltd PC-6 aeroplanes. It addresses the inspection and modification of aileron, elevator, and rudder hinge bolt installations to prevent in-flight detachment or failure of these flight control surfaces. The directive mandates inspections and modifications to ensure continued safe operation of the affected aircraft.

Apr 9, 2021
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EASA AD 2020-0278

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2025-0281

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0278 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting all Pilatus PC-6 aeroplanes. It mandates updated maintenance tasks and inspections, including a one-time Eddy Current inspection of fuselage wing fittings and wing to fuselage fittings, to ensure continued airworthiness and address a potential unsafe condition related to wing attachment fatigue failure.

Dec 14, 2020
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EASA AD 2020-0120

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2020-0278

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0120 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting all Pilatus PC-6 aeroplanes. It mandates compliance with updated airworthiness limitations and maintenance tasks as specified in the latest Pilatus PC-6 Aircraft Maintenance Manual and Airworthiness Limitations Section documents. The directive ensures continued airworthiness by requiring specific inspections and maintenance actions for these aircraft.

May 27, 2020
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EASA AD 2018-0285

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2020-0120

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0285 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting all models and serial numbers of Pilatus PC-6 aeroplanes. It mandates compliance with updated airworthiness limitations and maintenance tasks as specified in the latest Pilatus PC-6 Aircraft Maintenance Manual and Airworthiness Limitations Section documents. This directive ensures continued airworthiness by enforcing mandatory maintenance and replacement of life-limited parts.

Dec 20, 2018
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EASA AD 2018-0235

Flight Controls — Flap Actuator / Pushrod Assembly Taper Pins — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0235 is an airworthiness directive addressing the inspection of flap actuator and pushrod assembly taper pins on Pilatus PC-6 aeroplanes, excluding those with electrically operated flaps. The directive targets specific parts with part numbers 6132.0039.51, 6132.0039.52, and 6132.0040.00 to ensure their correct installation and condition. It mandates a one-time inspection to detect improperly swaged taper pins that could compromise flap operation.

Nov 5, 2018
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EASA AD 2018-0222

Flight Controls — Rudder Shaft Assembly Rivet Configuration — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0222 is an airworthiness directive addressing the rudder shaft assembly rivet configuration on all models of Pilatus Aircraft Ltd PC-6 aeroplanes. It mandates inspection of specific rudder shaft assemblies with part numbers 116.35.06.030 or 6232.0057.00 to verify rivet configuration and ensure compliance with approved standards.

Oct 19, 2018
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EASA AD 2018-0217

Stabilizers — Horizontal Stabilizer Hinge Bracket Assembly / Front Spar Attachment Area — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0217 is an airworthiness directive affecting all models and serial numbers of Pilatus PC-6 aeroplanes. It mandates inspection of the horizontal stabilizer hinge bracket assemblies and front spar attachment area to detect potential rivet shearing or missing rivets. The directive aims to ensure the structural integrity of the horizontal stabilizer to prevent possible separation and loss of control.

Oct 10, 2018
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EASA SIB 2008-61

Pilatus PC-6 series Flight Controls - Flap Operating Mechanism Leaf Springs - Inspection/Replacement

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2008-61 is an informational bulletin regarding the inspection and replacement of flap operating mechanism leaf springs on Pilatus PC-6 series aircraft. It references the Federal Office of Civil Aviation (FOCA) Switzerland Emergency Airworthiness Directive HB-2008-242, which applies to all Pilatus PC-6 models with specific leaf springs installed. The bulletin highlights a safety concern involving cracked or broken leaf springs that could lead to uncommanded flap retraction and potential loss of control.

Jul 8, 2008
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EASA SIB 2007-06

FAA SAIB NE-06-13 - Turboprop Aeroplanes using Propellers with four (4) or more Blades

FAA SAIB NE-06-13 - Turboprop Aeroplanes using Propellers with four (4) or more Blades is a Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin issued by the FAA on December 12, 2005, and endorsed by EASA in Safety Information Notice 2007-06. It addresses turboprop aircraft equipped with propellers having four or more blades, including models such as Pilatus PC-6, PC-7, PC-12, Piper PA-31T series, Beechcraft King Air series, and others. The bulletin alerts operators to check and adhere to propeller idle RPM settings and any RPM restrictions to avoid potential safety risks related to vibratory resonance and propeller fatigue damage.

Apr 5, 2007
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