EASA Regulations & Airworthiness Directives

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EASA AD 2024-0032

Jan 31, 2024

Fuselage — Centre Fuselage Shims on Frames 47 to 53 — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0032 is an airworthiness directive issued for Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes with specific manufacturer serial numbers. It mandates inspection of the centre fuselage shims on frames 47 to 53 to detect missing or mislocated shims that could affect structural integrity. The directive provides detailed inspection and corrective action procedures to ensure continued airworthiness.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A380

EASA AD 2014-0152R2

Nov 23, 2023

Engine — Intermediate Pressure Compressor Rotor Shaft and Balance Weights — Inspection / Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2014-0152R2 is an updated regulatory requirement addressing inspection and modification of the intermediate pressure compressor rotor shaft and balance weights on Rolls-Royce RB211 Trent 500, 800, and 900 series engines. These engines are commonly installed on Airbus A340-500, A340-600, Airbus A380, and Boeing 777 aircraft. The directive mandates inspections and modifications to detect and correct cracks that could compromise rotor integrity and aircraft safety.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg RB211 TRENT 500
  • Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg RB211 TRENT 800
  • Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg RB211 TRENT 900
  • Airbus A340-500
  • Airbus A340-600
  • Airbus A380
  • Boeing 777

EASA AD 2023-0198

Nov 16, 2023

Superseded by EASA AD 2024-0191

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0198 is issued for Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes to mandate inspections of wing front and rear spars due to reported cracks. The directive applies to all manufacturer serial numbers and focuses on specific wing spar areas to ensure structural integrity. It requires special detailed inspections using ultrasonic testing methods following Airbus service bulletins and alert operator transmissions.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Airbus A380841842861

EASA AD 2023-0196

Nov 10, 2023

Electrical Power — Nickel-Cadmium Rechargeable Batteries — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0196 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency addressing the replacement of Nickel-Cadmium rechargeable batteries on various Airbus aircraft models including the A318, A319, A320, A321, A300, A310, A330, A340, A350, and A380. The directive mandates the replacement of affected Ni-Cd batteries with serviceable parts to ensure continued airworthiness and electrical power reliability. It applies to specific battery part numbers and sets time limits for on-wing battery storage to prevent capacity degradation.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A300600600ST (Beluga)
  • Airbus A310
  • Airbus A318
  • Airbus A319
  • Airbus A320
  • Airbus A321
  • Airbus A330
  • Airbus A340
  • Airbus A350
  • Airbus A380

EASA AD 2018-0126R1

Aug 4, 2023

Engine — Low Pressure Turbine Disc Seal Fins and Interstage Seals — Inspection / Replacement / Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0126R1 is an updated safety directive addressing inspection, replacement, and modification requirements for the low pressure turbine (LPT) disc seal fins and interstage seals on Rolls-Royce RB211 Trent 900 series engines, commonly installed on Airbus A380 aircraft. The directive mandates inspections following certain vibration alerts and shop visits, as well as a modification to improve engine safety and reliability.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg RB211 TRENT 900
  • Airbus A380

EASA AD 2023-0124

Jun 16, 2023

Superseded by EASA AD 2024-0079

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0124 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes. It addresses the replacement of certain right-hand and left-hand body landing gear rear axles identified as affected due to corrosion and potential failure risks. The directive mandates inspections and replacement of these parts to ensure continued safe operation of the aircraft.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A380841842861

EASA AD 2023-0112

May 30, 2023

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks — Damage Tolerant Airworthiness Limitation Items — Airworthiness Limitations Section Part 2 — Amendment

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks — Damage Tolerant Airworthiness Limitation Items — Airworthiness Limitations Section Part 2 — Amendment is an amendment document concerning the Airbus A380 aircraft. It addresses updates to the airworthiness limitations related to damage tolerant items within the maintenance checks and time limits section. This amendment ensures continued compliance with safety standards for the Airbus A380 fleet.

AmendmentSuperseded
  • Airbus A380

EASA AD 2012-0260-CN

May 25, 2023

CANCELLED: Engine Oil System — Fuel-to-Oil Heat Exchanger — Replacement [Time Between Overhaul]

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2012-0260-CN is a cancellation notice that officially cancels the previous directive EASA AD 2012-0260R1 concerning the replacement of the Fuel-to-Oil Heat Exchanger (FOHE) in Rolls-Royce RB211 Trent 900 series engines. These engines are commonly installed on Airbus A380 aircraft. The cancellation confirms that all affected engines have been modified with a serviceable FOHE part, eliminating the previously identified unsafe condition.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg RB211 TRENT 900
  • Airbus A380

EASA AD 2023-0098R1

May 15, 2023

Superseded by EASA AD 2023-0198

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0098R1 is an updated safety directive addressing structural integrity concerns on Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes. It mandates inspections of the wing outer rear spar, outer inner front spar, and outer front spar to detect cracks that could compromise wing strength. This directive applies to all manufacturer serial numbers and includes detailed inspection procedures and compliance requirements.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Airbus A380

EASA AD US-2021-21-02

Mar 28, 2023

Superseded by FAA AD 2024-11-01

FAA Airworthiness Directive 2021-21-02 is a final rule addressing certain Airbus SAS airplanes including models A318, A319, A320, A321, A330 series, A340 series, and A380-800 series equipped with parts manufacturer approval (PMA) nickel-cadmium (Ni-Cd) batteries. This directive targets the reduction in battery capacity caused by repetitive disconnection and reconnection of these PMA Ni-Cd batteries during airplane parking or storage.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A318
  • Airbus A319
  • Airbus A320
  • Airbus A321
  • Airbus A330
  • Airbus A340
  • Airbus A380800

EASA AD 2023-0067

Mar 24, 2023

Fuselage — Butt Strap Skin Panels — Inspection / Repair

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0067 is an airworthiness directive issued by EASA concerning Airbus A380-841 and A380-861 aeroplanes with specific manufacturer serial numbers. It addresses inspection and repair requirements for the butt strap skin panels at the orbital junction of Frame 22 and Stringer 33 on the left-hand side of the fuselage. The directive mandates inspections and corrective actions to ensure structural integrity of the affected area.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A380841861

EASA AD 2023-0043

Feb 28, 2023

Fire Protection — Fire Extinguishers — Pressure Check

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0043 is an airworthiness directive addressing fire extinguisher pressure checks on Airbus A380-841 and A380-842 aeroplanes equipped with Rolls-Royce RB211 Trent 900 engines. It targets specific Meggitt fire extinguishers with certain part and serial numbers that may have been incorrectly overhauled or maintained. The directive mandates pressure verification to ensure proper fire suppression capability.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A380

EASA AD 2023-0032

Feb 8, 2023

Fuselage — Frame 67 Belly Fairing Joints — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0032 is an airworthiness directive issued by EASA concerning specific Airbus A380 models, including A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 with certain manufacturer serial numbers. It mandates inspections of the fuselage belly fairing joints at frame 67 to detect potential fatigue cracks. The directive aims to maintain structural integrity and safety of the affected aircraft.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A380

EASA AD 2023-0033

Feb 8, 2023

Fuselage — Frame 72 Fairing Hardpoints — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0033 is an airworthiness directive issued by EASA concerning Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes. It mandates inspections of the fuselage fairing hardpoints at frame 72 to detect potential fatigue cracks that could compromise structural integrity. The directive applies specifically to affected aircraft identified by manufacturer serial numbers in the referenced Airbus Service Bulletin.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A380

EASA AD 2023-0034

Feb 8, 2023

Fuselage — Frame 80 Fairing Outboard End Fitting Assemblies — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0034 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes. It mandates inspections of the fuselage belly fairing outboard end fitting assemblies at frame 80 to detect potential cracks that could compromise structural integrity. The directive references Airbus Service Bulletin A380-53-8212 for inspection procedures.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A380841842861

EASA AD 2023-0031

Feb 8, 2023

Superseded by EASA AD 2023-0124

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0031 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes. It addresses the replacement of certain right-hand and left-hand body landing gear rear axles identified as affected due to corrosion and potential failure risks. The directive mandates inspections and replacement of these parts to ensure continued airworthiness and safety.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Airbus A380841842861

EASA AD 2023-0023

Jan 26, 2023

Landing Gear — Nose Landing Gear Sliding Tubes — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0023 is an airworthiness directive addressing the nose landing gear sliding tubes on Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes. It mandates inspection and replacement of affected nose landing gear sliding tubes with part number 50-2004248-00 due to potential cracks caused by electrical arc burns during coating stripping. This directive applies to all manufacturer serial numbers of the specified Airbus A380 models.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A380

EASA AD 2023-0024

Jan 26, 2023

Superseded by EASA AD 2023-0112

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0024 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes. It mandates inspections of the fuselage frame 99 to 104 shear ties and mouse holes as specified in the Airbus A380 Airworthiness Limitations Section Part 2 Damage Tolerant Airworthiness Limitation Items Revision 10 Variation 10.1. This directive ensures continued airworthiness by requiring updated maintenance tasks for these aircraft models.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A380841842861

EASA AD 2022-0262

Dec 21, 2022

Superseded by EASA AD 2023-0098

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0262 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aircraft. It mandates inspections of specific wing spars, including the outer rear spar, outer inner front spar, and outer front spar, to detect cracks that could compromise wing structural integrity. This directive updates previous inspection requirements and applies to all manufacturer serial numbers of the Airbus A380.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Airbus A380841842861