EASA Regulations & Airworthiness Directives

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EASA AD 2022-0204R1

Feb 17, 2023

[Correction] Landing Gear — Main Landing Gear Sliding Tube — Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0204R1 is a regulatory update addressing inspection and replacement requirements for the main landing gear (MLG) sliding tubes on Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aircraft. The directive targets specific MLG sliding tubes and shock absorbers identified by part and serial numbers due to reported cracks caused by manufacturing defects and abnormal overhaul processes. It mandates detailed and special inspections as well as replacement procedures to ensure continued airworthiness and safety.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A318
  • Airbus A319
  • Airbus A320
  • Airbus A321

EASA AD 2023-0029

Feb 1, 2023

Equipment / Furnishings — Galley / Container End Stop — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0029 is issued for Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aeroplanes equipped with certain affected galleys or stowage units. The directive addresses the replacement and modification of galley/container end stops and waste compartment doors to prevent potential failures that could lead to container detachment or release of waste bins during critical flight phases. This AD applies to various galley part numbers and serial numbers identified in the Aircraft Inspection Report.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A318
  • Airbus A319
  • Airbus A320
  • Airbus A321

EASA AD 2023-0019-CN

Jan 20, 2023

CANCELLED: Electrical Power System — ARTUS Transfo-Rectifier — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0019-CN is a cancellation notice for the previous DGAC France AD 89-023-001 R1 concerning the electrical power system on Airbus A320-111 and A320-211 aeroplanes. The directive addresses the replacement of ARTUS transfo-rectifier units to prevent electrical failures affecting flight control computers. This cancellation confirms that all affected aircraft have been modified and the unsafe condition no longer exists.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A320

EASA AD 2023-0014

Jan 18, 2023

Doors — On-board Entrance Stairs / Motoreductor Units — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0014 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aeroplanes. It addresses the replacement of specific motoreductor units installed on the on-board entrance stairs to ensure continued safe operation. The directive applies to motoreductor units with part numbers 4255417, 4394656, or 4339747 installed on these aircraft models.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A318
  • Airbus A319
  • Airbus A320
  • Airbus A321

EASA AD 2023-0009

Jan 16, 2023

Fuselage — Cockpit Lateral Window Frames — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0009 mandates repetitive special detailed inspections of the cockpit lateral window frame vertical stiffeners on Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aircraft, excluding certain modified configurations. The directive addresses potential cracks that could compromise fuselage structural integrity. It applies to all manufacturer serial numbers except those with specific Airbus modifications embodied in production or service.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A318
  • Airbus A319
  • Airbus A320
  • Airbus A321

EASA AD 2023-0008

Jan 16, 2023

Superseded by EASA AD 2024-0031

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0008 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aeroplanes. It mandates compliance with updated airworthiness limitations related to damage tolerant items as specified in Airbus ALS Part 2 Variation 9.2. This directive ensures continued airworthiness by requiring operators to follow revised maintenance tasks and limitations.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Airbus A318
  • Airbus A319
  • Airbus A320
  • Airbus A321

EASA AD 2022-0266

Dec 22, 2022

Electric and Electronic Common Installation — Cockpit Panel Bracket — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0266 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aeroplanes. It mandates detailed inspections of the 10VU rack side fittings on cockpit panel brackets to detect cracks that could affect primary flight and navigation displays. The directive applies to all manufacturer serial numbers except those with Airbus modification 157335 embodied in production.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A318
  • Airbus A319
  • Airbus A320
  • Airbus A321

EASA AD 2021-0166R1

Dec 22, 2022

Equipment / Furnishings — Passenger Seats — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0166R1 is a regulatory document addressing inspection requirements for Safran Seats France passenger seats Z85 Dragonfly installed on certain Airbus A320-214, A320-251N, and A320-271N aeroplanes. The directive mandates a detailed inspection of affected seat parts to detect damage caused by improper transportation or installation, which could lead to seat track detachment and potential personal injury.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A320

EASA AD 2006-0135-CN

Nov 23, 2022

CANCELLED: Hydraulic Power — Ram Air Turbine — Speed Limitation

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2006-0135-CN is a cancellation notice affecting Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aeroplanes equipped with Hamilton Sundstrand Ram Air Turbine (RAT) Part Numbers 762308, 762308A, or 766352. This document cancels the previous AD 2006-0135 which imposed speed limitations during flight tests with the RAT deployed due to a risk of RAT imbalance and potential structural damage. The cancellation reflects that all affected counterweights have been recovered and the original unsafe condition is no longer present.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A318
  • Airbus A319
  • Airbus A320
  • Airbus A321

EASA AD 2022-0213R1

Nov 8, 2022

Doors — Passenger Door / External Handle Mechanism — Cleaning / Lubrication

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0213R1 is an updated regulatory requirement addressing the cleaning and lubrication of the passenger door external handle mechanism on Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aircraft. The directive targets specific affected doors where corrosion protection compound caused sticky mechanisms, potentially impairing door operation and emergency evacuation. This AD applies to all manufacturer serial numbers of the listed Airbus models.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A318
  • Airbus A319
  • Airbus A320
  • Airbus A321

EASA AD 2022-0185

Sep 5, 2022

Fuel — Engine Low Pressure Shut Off Valve Electrical Harness Routing — Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0185 is an airworthiness directive issued by EASA affecting Airbus A319, A320, and A321 aircraft equipped with International Aero Engines PW1100 series or CFM International LEAP-1A series engines. The directive addresses the electrical harness routing of the engine low pressure shut off valve (LPSOV) to enhance protection against uncontained engine rotor failure. It applies to all manufacturer serial numbers except those with Airbus modification 167036 embodied in production.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A319
  • Airbus A320
  • Airbus A321

EASA AD 2022-0147

Aug 17, 2022

Superseded by EASA AD 2024-0196

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0147 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aeroplanes. It addresses potential defects in certain overheat detection system (OHDS) sensing elements manufactured before 31 January 2021, which may fail to detect thermal bleed leak events properly. The directive mandates inspection and possible replacement of these affected parts to ensure continued airworthiness.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Airbus A318
  • Airbus A319
  • Airbus A320
  • Airbus A321

EASA AD 2022-0159-CN

Aug 4, 2022

CANCELLED: Communications — Passenger Address System / Cabin Intercommunication Data System — Director 1 Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive Cancellation Notice 2022-0159-CN cancels the previous DGAC France AD 90-076-008(B) R1 related to the replacement of the Passenger Address System / Cabin Intercommunication Data System Director 1 on Airbus A320-211 and A320-231 aeroplanes equipped with CIDS Step 3. This cancellation confirms that all affected aircraft have been upgraded to CIDS Step 4, resolving the previous safety concern. The notice applies specifically to Airbus A320 models with Director 1 Part Number Z010H0002110.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A320

EASA AD 2022-0160-CN

Aug 4, 2022

CANCELLED: Equipment / Furnishings — Overwing Escape Slide — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive Cancellation Notice 2022-0160-CN cancels the previous DGAC France AD 91-153-018 related to the inspection of overwing escape slides on Airbus A320-211, A320-212, and A320-231 aeroplanes. This cancellation applies to aircraft with manufacturer serial numbers 002 to 162 inclusive, 167, and 171 to 174 inclusive. The notice confirms that the previously required one-time inspection of the overwing escape slide actuating cables is no longer necessary due to improved maintenance practices.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A320

EASA AD 2022-0032R1

Jul 29, 2022

Superseded by EASA AD 2023-0093

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0032R1 is an amendment addressing the braking and steering control units (BSCU) on Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aeroplanes. It focuses on BSCUs with Part Number E21327307, which have shown failures leading to loss of anti-skid function, alternate braking mode, and nose wheel steering. The directive updates operational procedures and maintenance requirements to mitigate these risks.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Airbus A318
  • Airbus A319
  • Airbus A320
  • Airbus A321

EASA AD 2022-0151

Jul 26, 2022

Superseded by EASA AD 2024-0068

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0151 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aeroplanes. It mandates inspections of the horizontal upper stiffeners of the lateral cockpit window frame at fuselage frame 4 to detect cracks that could compromise fuselage structural integrity. The directive applies to specific Airbus models and serial numbers, excluding certain configurations with specific Airbus modifications.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Airbus A318
  • Airbus A319
  • Airbus A320
  • Airbus A321

EASA AD 2022-0009R1

Jul 19, 2022

Engine — High Pressure Turbine Rotor Stage 1 Blade — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0009R1 is an updated safety directive addressing inspection requirements for high pressure turbine rotor stage 1 blades on CFM International LEAP-1A engines installed on certain Airbus A319, A320, and A321 aircraft. The directive mandates repetitive borescope inspections of specific turbine blades to detect cracks and prevent potential in-flight engine failures. It applies to multiple LEAP-1A engine variants and specifies affected part numbers for inspection.

Airworthiness Directive
  • CFM International LEAP-1A
  • CFM International LEAP-1C
  • Airbus A319
  • Airbus A320
  • Airbus A321

EASA AD 2022-0139

Jul 7, 2022

Engine — High Pressure Turbine Nozzle Assembly and Stator Stationary Seal — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0139 is an official regulatory document addressing the inspection of the high pressure turbine nozzle assembly and stator stationary seal on CFM International LEAP-1A engines. This directive applies specifically to various LEAP-1A engine models installed on Airbus A319, A320, and A321 aircraft. It mandates a one-time inspection to detect potential damage caused by non-synchronous vibrations that could affect engine safety and performance.

Airworthiness Directive
  • CFM International LEAP-1A
  • CFM International LEAP-1C
  • Airbus A319
  • Airbus A320
  • Airbus A321

EASA AD 2022-0115

Jun 20, 2022

Fuselage — Cargo Compartment Fitting Brackets, Tack and Rivet Holes — Inspection / Repair

The document titled 'Fuselage — Cargo Compartment Fitting Brackets, Tack and Rivet Holes — Inspection / Repair' is an AIRBUS S.A.S. type designation applicable to the A319, A320, and A321 aircraft models. It addresses inspection and repair procedures related to the fitting brackets and associated tack and rivet holes in the cargo compartment of these Airbus aircraft. The document provides guidance to ensure structural integrity and safety of the fuselage in the cargo area.

Other
  • Airbus A319
  • Airbus A320
  • Airbus A321

EASA AD 2022-0113

Jun 17, 2022

Engine — Stages 6-10 Compressor Rotor Spools and High Pressure Turbine Rotor Stage 1 Disks — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0113 is an airworthiness directive addressing CFM International LEAP-1A engines installed on certain Airbus A319, A320, and A321 aircraft. It mandates the replacement of specific compressor rotor spools (Stages 6-10) and high pressure turbine rotor stage 1 disks identified as affected parts due to potential manufacturing defects. The directive aims to ensure continued airworthiness and prevent engine part failure.

Airworthiness Directive
  • CFM International LEAP-1A
  • CFM International LEAP-1C
  • Airbus A319
  • Airbus A320
  • Airbus A321