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EASA AD 2021-0262

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2022-0188

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0262 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting all Airbus A340 models, including A340-211, A340-212, A340-213, A340-311, A340-312, A340-313, A340-541, A340-542, A340-642, and A340-643. The directive mandates compliance with updated Damage Tolerant Airworthiness Limitation Items as specified in Airbus A340 Airworthiness Limitations Section Part 2 Revision 04 Issue 2 and Variation 4.1. It ensures continued airworthiness by requiring operators to incorporate new and more restrictive maintenance tasks into their approved maintenance programs.

Dec 13, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A340Airbus A340-211Airbus A340-212Airbus A340-213Airbus A340-311Airbus A340-312Airbus A340-313Airbus A340-541Airbus A340-542Airbus A340-642Airbus A340-643

EASA AD 2014-0257-CN

CANCELLED : Flight Controls — Trimmable Horizontal Stabilizer Actuator — Identification / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive Cancellation Notice 2014-0257-CN is a cancellation notice for the previous directive concerning the identification and replacement of the Trimmable Horizontal Stabilizer Actuator (THSA) on Airbus A330 and A340 aeroplanes. The affected aircraft models include various Airbus A330 and A340 variants with specific THSA part numbers 47147, 47172, and 47175. This cancellation reflects updated assessments and regulatory actions related to the THSA no-back brake efficiency issue.

Nov 17, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A330Airbus A340

EASA AD 2016-0065-CN

CANCELLED : Time Limits / Maintenance Checks — Fuel Airworthiness Limitations / ALS Part 5 — Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive Cancellation Notice 2016-0065-CN cancels the previous EASA AD 2016-0065 concerning fuel airworthiness limitations and maintenance checks for Airbus A330 and A340 aeroplanes. This cancellation affects all manufacturer serial numbers of Airbus A330 and A340 models listed in the document. The cancellation reflects updates in the Airworthiness Limitations Section (ALS) Part 5 revisions for these aircraft types.

Nov 17, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A330Airbus A340

EASA AD 2018-0034-CN

CANCELLED: Time Limits / Maintenance Checks — Safe Life Airworthiness Limitations Items — ALS Part 1 — Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive Cancellation Notice 2018-0034-CN cancels the previous EASA AD 2018-0034 which applied to Airbus A330 and A340 aeroplanes. This cancellation affects all manufacturer serial numbers of Airbus A330 models including A330-201 through A330-343 and Airbus A340 models including A340-211 through A340-643. The cancelled AD addressed time limits and maintenance checks related to Safe Life Airworthiness Limitations Items in ALS Part 1.

Nov 17, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A330Airbus A340

EASA AD 2020-0190-CN

CANCELLED: Time Limits / Maintenance Checks — Safe Life Airworthiness Limitations Section Part 1 — Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive Cancellation Notice 2020-0190-CN is a cancellation notice for the previously issued EASA AD 2020-0190, which applied to Airbus A330-223F, A330-243F, A340-213, and A340-313 aeroplanes. This cancellation reflects updates in the Airbus A330 and A340 Airworthiness Limitation Section (ALS) Part 1 documents, specifically Revision 11, which introduced new or more restrictive maintenance tasks.

Nov 17, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A330Airbus A340Airbus A330-223FAirbus A330-243FAirbus A340-213Airbus A340-313

EASA AD 2021-0136

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2022-0179

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0136 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A330 and A340 aeroplanes. It addresses the replacement of doghouse placards in the passenger cabin that provide door lock handling instructions. The directive applies to all manufacturer serial numbers of specified Airbus A330 and A340 models.

Jun 4, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A330Airbus A340

EASA AD 2021-0133

Communications / Cabin Systems — Removable Display Unit and Display Docking Station Attachment Interface — Operational Restriction / Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0133 is an airworthiness directive addressing operational restrictions and inspection requirements for removable display units (RDU) and display docking stations (DDS) installed on certain Airbus A330-202, A330-203, A340-313, and Boeing 777-300ER aircraft. The directive targets specific affected parts identified by part numbers and applies to aircraft with Supplemental Type Certificates issued to Société Air France S.A. It aims to ensure continued airworthiness by preventing detachment of RDUs that could cause injury.

May 28, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A330Airbus A340Boeing 777

EASA AD 2021-0103

Navigation — Air Data Reference Inoperative / Master Minimum Equipment List — Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0103 is an amendment affecting Airbus A330 and A340 aeroplanes. It addresses a safety issue related to the Air Data Reference (ADR) system and updates the Master Minimum Equipment List (MMEL) for these aircraft models. The directive mandates changes to operational documentation and flight crew procedures to mitigate risks associated with ADR failures.

Apr 13, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveFlight OpsSafety MgmtAirbus A330Airbus A340

EASA AD 2021-0068

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2021-0251

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0068 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A340-541, A340-542, and A340-642 aeroplanes. It addresses the replacement of certain trimmable horizontal stabilizer actuators (THSA) with part numbers 47175-501 or 47175-521 to prevent potential uncommanded movements of the horizontal stabilizer. The directive ensures continued safe operation by mandating replacement of affected THSAs before exceeding specified flight cycle limits.

Mar 11, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A340Airbus A340-541Airbus A340-542Airbus A340-642

EASA AD 2021-0033

Flight Controls — Trimmable Horizontal Stabilizer Actuator Lower Attachment Parts — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0033 is an airworthiness directive addressing the inspection of trimmable horizontal stabilizer actuator (THSA) lower attachment parts on Airbus A330 and A340 aeroplanes. It applies to various Airbus A330 and A340 models across all manufacturer serial numbers. The directive mandates a detailed inspection to verify correct installation of the THSA lower attachment parts to ensure flight control safety.

Jan 25, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A330Airbus A340

EASA AD 2021-0037

Flight Controls — Trimmable Horizontal Stabilizer Actuator — Modification

Flight Controls — Trimmable Horizontal Stabilizer Actuator — Modification is a regulatory document concerning the Airbus A340 aircraft. It addresses modifications related to the trimmable horizontal stabilizer actuator system to ensure continued airworthiness and flight safety. The document is specifically applicable to the Airbus A340 series.

Jan 25, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A340

EASA AD 2021-0029

Wings — Centre Wing Spar to Rib 1 Attachment — Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0029 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A340-211, A340-212, A340-213, A340-311, A340-312, and A340-313 aeroplanes. It addresses a structural issue involving cracks found in the centre wing spar to rib 1 attachments during fatigue testing. The directive mandates modification of these affected wing areas to maintain structural integrity.

Jan 22, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A340Airbus A340-211Airbus A340-212Airbus A340-213Airbus A340-311Airbus A340-312Airbus A340-313

EASA AD 2021-0032

Wings — Outer Wings / Centre Spar — Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0032 is an airworthiness directive addressing the modification of the outer wings centre spar on Airbus A340-211, A340-212, A340-213, A340-311, A340-312, and A340-313 aeroplanes. The directive mandates reinforcement of the rear face of the centre wing spar to prevent structural cracks discovered during fatigue testing. It applies to specific manufacturer serial numbers as listed in the directive.

Jan 22, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A340Airbus A340-211Airbus A340-212Airbus A340-213Airbus A340-311Airbus A340-312Airbus A340-313

EASA AD 2021-0028

Wings — Bottom Wing Skin Panel — Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0028 is an airworthiness directive issued for Airbus A340-211, A340-212, A340-213, A340-311, A340-312, and A340-313 aeroplanes. It mandates modification of the bottom wing skin panel No. 3, located aft of the wing rear spar, to address potential fatigue cracking risks. The directive applies to specific manufacturer serial numbers as listed in the document.

Jan 21, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A340Airbus A340-211Airbus A340-212Airbus A340-213Airbus A340-311Airbus A340-312Airbus A340-313

EASA AD 2021-0019

Fuselage — Type A Emergency Exit Door Frames — Modification / Reinforcement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0019 is an official regulatory document addressing structural reinforcement of the Type A emergency exit door frames on specific Airbus A340 models, including A340-211, A340-213, A340-311, and A340-312. The directive mandates modifications to door frames on aircraft with certain manufacturer serial numbers to ensure continued airworthiness and structural integrity.

Jan 15, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A340

EASA AD 2021-0017

Fuselage — Type A Emergency Exit Door Frames — Modification / Reinforcement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0017 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A340-211, A340-213, A340-311, and A340-312 aeroplanes with specific manufacturer serial numbers. The directive mandates modification and reinforcement of the Type A emergency exit door frames at fuselage frames 53.3 and 53.5 to address structural integrity concerns. This directive applies to certain Airbus A340 models and provides updated instructions for reinforcing affected fuselage areas.

Jan 14, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A340Airbus A340-211Airbus A340-213Airbus A340-311Airbus A340-312

EASA AD 2020-0283

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2022-0197

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0283 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A330 and A340 aeroplanes. It addresses fuel pumps with specific part numbers installed at designated locations on these aircraft models. The directive mandates inspections and potential replacements of fuel pumps showing erosion to prevent fuel tank ignition risks.

Dec 24, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A330Airbus A340

EASA AD 2020-0279

Navigation — Pitot Probe Attachment Nuts — Re-Torque

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0279 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A330 and A340 aeroplanes. It addresses an issue with the pitot probe attachment nuts installed using incorrect torque values as specified in a previous Aircraft Maintenance Manual task. The directive applies to all manufacturer serial numbers of the specified Airbus A330 and A340 models.

Dec 14, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A330Airbus A340

EASA AD 2020-0274

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2023-0196

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0274 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting various Airbus aircraft models including the A318, A319, A320, A321, A330, A340, and A380 series. The directive addresses the replacement and maintenance of Nickel-Cadmium rechargeable batteries installed on these aircraft to prevent reduced battery capacity and ensure electrical power reliability during abnormal or emergency conditions.

Dec 10, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A318Airbus A319Airbus A320Airbus A321Airbus A330Airbus A340Airbus A380

EASA AD 2020-0272

SCHROTH SAFETY PRODUCTS - Equipment / Furnishings — Buckle — Modification / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0272 addresses safety concerns related to 4 Point Harness Restraint Systems manufactured by Schroth Safety Products GmbH, installed on Airbus A330, A340, and A350 aircraft. The directive focuses on rotary buckles with specific part numbers and manufacturing dates that may fail to unlatch due to a loosened center screw. It mandates modification and eventual replacement of affected buckles to ensure proper operation of cabin attendant restraint systems.

Dec 9, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A330Airbus A340Airbus A350