EASA Regulations & Airworthiness Directives

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EASA AD 2018-0228

Power Plant — Engine Air Inlet Cowl Inner Barrel Lower Panels — Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0228 is an airworthiness directive addressing Airbus A330-201, A330-202, A330-203, A330-301, A330-302, and A330-303 aeroplanes equipped with General Electric CF6-80E1 engines. It mandates inspections and potential replacement of the engine air inlet cowl inner barrel lower panels due to reported disbonding issues that could lead to in-flight detachment. The directive includes detailed inspection and modification procedures to ensure continued airworthiness.

Oct 22, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A330

EASA AD 2018-0198

Nacelles / Pylons — Lower Aft Pylon Fairing Drain Pipe and U-Shapes — Inspection / Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0198 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A330-201, A330-202, A330-203, A330-301, A330-302, and A330-303 aeroplanes. It addresses inspection and modification requirements for the lower aft pylon fairing drain pipe and U-shapes to prevent hydraulic fluid leakage and potential fire hazards. The directive applies to aircraft not modified by Airbus modification 207430 or Airbus Service Bulletin A330-54-3041.

Sep 6, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A330Airbus A330-201Airbus A330-202Airbus A330-203Airbus A330-301Airbus A330-302Airbus A330-303

EASA AD 2018-0196

Flight Controls — Flight Control Primary Computer — Modification / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0196 is an airworthiness directive affecting Airbus A330-202, A330-203, and A330-243 aeroplanes equipped with Flight Control Primary Computer (FCPC) software standard MRTT3 or earlier. The directive mandates modification or replacement of the FCPC software to a newer standard MRTT4 to enhance Angle of Attack (AOA) blockage detection and improve flight safety. It also allows removal of a previously required operational procedure from the Aircraft Flight Manual after compliance.

Sep 5, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A330

EASA AD 2018-0188R1

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2024-0102

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0188R1 is an amendment addressing safety concerns for Rolls-Royce RB211 Trent 700 engines, commonly installed on Airbus A330 aircraft. The directive mandates ultrasonic inspections of specific low pressure compressor blades to detect potential blade release risks. It applies to various part numbers of compressor blades and aims to prevent engine damage and possible injury due to blade failure.

Sep 5, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtRolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg RB211 TRENT 700Airbus A330

EASA AD 2018-0151

Flight Controls — Outboard Flap Drive Station Elements and Sensor Strut — Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0151 is an airworthiness directive applicable to Airbus A330 and A340 aeroplanes. It addresses inspection and replacement requirements for the outboard flap drive station elements and sensor struts to ensure continued safe operation of the flap systems on these aircraft models.

Jul 16, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A330Airbus A340

EASA AD 2018-0150

Landing Gear — Repaired Main Landing Gear Wheel Axles — Reduced Life Limit

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0150 addresses the reduced life limits for repaired main landing gear (MLG) wheel axles on Airbus A330 and A340 aeroplanes. This directive applies to specific serial numbers and part numbers of MLG wheel axles repaired by three identified Maintenance Repair Organisations (MROs). It mandates identification and replacement of affected axles to ensure continued airworthiness.

Jul 16, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A330Airbus A340

EASA AD 2018-0147

Fuselage — Cabin and Cargo Compartments Structural Parts — Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0147 is an airworthiness directive affecting Airbus A330 series aeroplanes, specifically models A330-201 through A330-343 with certain manufacturer serial numbers. It addresses inspection and replacement requirements for fuselage cabin and cargo compartment structural parts that may have been improperly heat-treated during manufacturing. The directive mandates inspections to ensure structural integrity and prevent potential fatigue-related failures.

Jul 13, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A330

EASA AD 2018-0146

Fuselage — Frame 40 Skin Panel Junction — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0146 is an airworthiness directive addressing inspection requirements for Airbus A330-223F and A330-243F freighter aircraft. It mandates repetitive special detailed inspections of the fuselage frame 40 lower shell panel junction to detect cracks or fastener hole damage that could compromise structural integrity. The directive applies to all manufacturer serial numbers of these aircraft models.

Jul 12, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A330Airbus A330-223FAirbus A330-243F

EASA AD 2017-0246R1

Flight Controls — Flight Control Primary Computer — Modification / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2017-0246R1 is an amendment addressing Airbus A330 series aeroplanes equipped with specific Flight Control Primary Computer (FCPC) software and hardware versions. It mandates modification or replacement of FCPC software to newer standards to enhance Angle of Attack (AOA) blockage detection and improve flight safety. The directive also updates operational procedures related to the Aircraft Flight Manual (AFM) emergency revisions for certain AOA sensor configurations.

Apr 6, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A330

EASA AD 2018-0068

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2019-0059

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0068 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A330 aeroplanes, including models A330-201 through A330-343. It mandates compliance with the Airbus A330 Airworthiness Limitations Section Part 2, Revision 02, which covers damage tolerant airworthiness limitation items. This directive ensures continued airworthiness by requiring specific maintenance tasks and inspections.

Mar 26, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A330

EASA AD 2018-0064

Hydraulic Power — Hydraulic Reservoir Pressure Relief Valve — Inspection / Replacement

Hydraulic Power — Hydraulic Reservoir Pressure Relief Valve — Inspection / Replacement is a technical document issued by AIRBUS S.A.S. concerning the inspection and replacement procedures for the hydraulic reservoir pressure relief valve on Airbus A330 and A340 aircraft. The document provides guidance to ensure the proper functioning and safety of the hydraulic power system in these aircraft types.

Mar 23, 2018
OtherMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A330Airbus A340

EASA AD 2018-0062

Hydraulic Power — Ram Air Turbine Hydraulic Pumps — Replacement

Hydraulic Power — Ram Air Turbine Hydraulic Pumps — Replacement is a regulatory document issued for AIRBUS S.A.S. A330 and A340 aircraft types. It addresses the replacement requirements for the hydraulic pumps associated with the Ram Air Turbine system on these aircraft models. The document aims to ensure continued hydraulic power reliability and safety during flight.

Mar 20, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A330Airbus A340

EASA AD 2017-0105R2

Electrical Power — Alternating Current Emergency Generation — Flight Warning Computer Software Update

Electrical Power — Alternating Current Emergency Generation — Flight Warning Computer Software Update is an Airworthiness Directive issued for the Airbus A330 aircraft. This directive addresses updates to the flight warning computer software related to the alternating current emergency power generation system to enhance system reliability and safety.

Mar 16, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A330

EASA AD 2018-0019

Engine — Critical Parts — Reduction of Declared Safe Cyclic Life

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0019 addresses the reduction of declared safe cyclic life for critical parts of Rolls-Royce RB211 Trent 700 engines, commonly installed on Airbus A330 aircraft. The directive mandates revised life limits for low pressure turbine shafts and removal of obsolete parts to ensure continued airworthiness. It applies to all serial numbers of RB211 Trent 768-60, 772-60, 772B-60, and 772C-60 engines.

Jan 26, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtRolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg RB211 TRENT 700Airbus A330

EASA AD 2018-0005

Fuselage — Fuselage Bulk Cargo Door Frames — Inspection / Repair

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0005 addresses inspection and repair requirements for fuselage bulk cargo door frames on Airbus A330 and A340 aeroplanes, specifically models with manufacturer serial numbers up to 1779. The directive focuses on detecting cracks caused by surface treatments affecting fatigue behavior in door fitting attachment holes. It mandates repetitive inspections and provides an optional modification to terminate these inspections.

Jan 10, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A330Airbus A340

EASA AD 2017-0245

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2018-0150

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2017-0245 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A330 and A340 aeroplanes. It addresses the reduced life limits of repaired main landing gear (MLG) wheel axles due to specific repairs that compromised their fatigue life. The directive applies to various A330 and A340 models, excluding certain serial numbers and those with specific Airbus modifications.

Dec 11, 2017
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A330Airbus A340

EASA AD 2014-0068R2

Fuselage — Trimmable Horizontal Stabilizer Support Struts — Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2014-0068R2 is an updated regulatory requirement addressing inspection and replacement of trimmable horizontal stabilizer (THS) support struts on Airbus A330 and A340-200/-300 series aircraft. It applies to specific serial numbers of these aircraft except those modified per Airbus Service Bulletins A330-53-3280 or A340-53-4240. The directive mandates detailed inspections for cracks in the THS support struts and corrective actions to maintain structural integrity of the horizontal tail plane.

Dec 8, 2017
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A330Airbus A340Airbus A340-200Airbus A340-300

EASA AD 2017-0241

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2018-0188

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2017-0241 is an airworthiness directive addressing Rolls-Royce RB211 Trent 700 engines installed on Airbus A330 aircraft. It mandates ultrasonic inspections and potential replacement of low pressure compressor blades to prevent blade release events that could cause engine damage or injury. The directive applies to specific part numbers of compressor blades and outlines inspection intervals and corrective actions.

Dec 6, 2017
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtRolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg RB211 TRENT 700Airbus A330

EASA SIB 2010-10R1

Fuel Tank Safety — Flammability Reduction System (FRS) for High Flammability Exposure Fuel Tanks

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2010-10R1 is an informational document addressing fuel tank safety through the introduction of Flammability Reduction Systems (FRS) for high flammability exposure fuel tanks. It applies to Airbus A318, A319, A320, A321, A330, A340 and Boeing 737, 767, and 777 aircraft with center wing tanks manufactured from January 1, 2012. The bulletin provides background on the safety improvements following the TWA Flight 800 accident and outlines regulatory requirements for new production aircraft fuel tanks.

Nov 28, 2014
Safety Information BulletinSafety MgmtAirbus A318Airbus A319Airbus A320Airbus A321Airbus A330Airbus A340Boeing 737Boeing 767Boeing 777

EASA SIB 2014-29

WITHDRAWN: Comments received indicate the need for a review of applicable recommendation

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2014-29 provides clarification on the minimum cabin crew requirements for twin aisle aeroplanes including Airbus A300, A310, A330, A340, A380, A350 series, Boeing 747, 767, 777, 787, DC10, MD11 series, and Lockheed L1011 series. It explains the operational and certification regulations governing cabin crew numbers, emphasizing the need for at least one cabin crew member per emergency exit on twin aisle aircraft due to evacuation management challenges. The bulletin addresses misunderstandings arising from Commission Regulation (EU) No 965/2012 and highlights the importance of adequate cabin crew supervision for passenger safety during evacuations.

Oct 24, 2014
Safety Information BulletinFlight OpsSafety MgmtAirbus A300Airbus A310Airbus A330Airbus A340Airbus A380Airbus A350Boeing 747Boeing 767Boeing 777Boeing 787McDonnell Douglas DC10McDonnell Douglas MD11Lockheed L1011