EASA Regulations & Airworthiness Directives

Browse 171 EASA regulations with AI-powered summaries.

Filtered by: Airbus A380Clear filter

EASA AD 2020-0196

Engine — High Pressure / Intermediate Pressure Bearing Support Assemblies — Removal from Service

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0196 is an official regulatory document addressing the removal from service of certain high pressure/intermediate pressure bearing support assemblies in Rolls-Royce RB211 Trent 970-84, Trent 972-84, and Trent 972E-84 engines, commonly installed on Airbus A380 aircraft. The directive mandates inspection and replacement of affected parts to ensure continued airworthiness and safety of the engines and aircraft.

Sep 9, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtRolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg RB211 TRENT 900Airbus A380

EASA AD 2019-0101R1

Powerplant — Breather Drains Mast Assembly — Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0101R1 is a regulatory update addressing inspection and replacement requirements for the breather drains mast assembly on Rolls-Royce RB211 Trent 900 engines, primarily installed on Airbus A380 aircraft. The directive targets specific part numbers FW29847, KH31996, and the improved part KH83453, focusing on preventing cracks that could compromise the engine firewall. It mandates repetitive inspections and eventual replacement with an improved assembly to ensure continued airworthiness.

Aug 20, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtRolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg RB211 TRENT 900Airbus A380

EASA AD 2020-0183

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2021-0254

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0183 is an airworthiness directive issued for all Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes. It addresses the inspection and maintenance of Ram Air Turbine (RAT) gearboxes, specifically those with part numbers 1704287G or 1704287H, to detect water ingress and corrosion that could impair RAT operation. The directive mandates repetitive detailed inspections of gearbox oil and corrective actions as necessary to ensure continued safe operation.

Aug 17, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A380

EASA AD 2020-0162

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2020-0286

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0162 is an airworthiness directive issued for Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes. It addresses a safety issue involving the bleed duct and fuel pipe at the pylon/wing interface, where a bracket weld failure could cause contact between these components. The directive mandates inspection and corrective actions to prevent potential fire hazards.

Jul 21, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A380

EASA AD 2020-0157

Landing Gear — Gravity Extension System — Inspection / Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0157 is an airworthiness directive issued for Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes, excluding those with Airbus modification 77381 embodied in production. It addresses inspection and modification requirements for the landing gear gravity extension system wiring to prevent failure of the wing landing gear emergency gravity extension. The directive mandates inspections and modifications to ensure safe landing gear operation in case of normal system failure.

Jul 16, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A380

EASA AD 2017-0188R1

Fuselage — Frame 94 Upper Shell — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2017-0188R1 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes, excluding MSN 0162 and 0167 and those with Airbus modification 74725 incorporated in production. The directive mandates repetitive inspections of the fuselage frame 94 upper shell to detect and address potential structural damage. It also provides an optional terminating modification to eliminate the need for repetitive inspections.

Jun 16, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A380Airbus A380-841Airbus A380-842Airbus A380-861

EASA AD 2020-0129

Pneumatic — Overheat Detection System / Insulation Mufflers — Modification / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0129 is an airworthiness directive affecting all Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes. It addresses issues with the pneumatic overheat detection system and insulation mufflers, specifically requiring modification or replacement of affected bleed air insulation mufflers and sleeves installed in wings, pylons, and certain pneumatic tubing. This directive ensures continued airworthiness by mandating compliance with updated service bulletins.

Jun 5, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A380

EASA AD 2019-0170R1

Fuselage — Belly Fairing Panel Support Structure — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0170R1 is an updated regulatory requirement addressing inspection and repair of the forward belly fairing panel support structure on Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aircraft. It mandates repetitive detailed inspections for corrosion on specific structural profiles and introduces optional modification instructions to prevent corrosion. This directive applies to all serial numbers except those with Airbus modifications 75498 or 77715 incorporated during production.

May 15, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A380

EASA AD 2020-0106

Equipment / Furnishings — Light Cover / Oxygen Container Gap Seal — Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0106 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes, except those with Airbus modification 78554 incorporated in production. The directive addresses an issue with gap seals between light covers and passenger service unit oxygen container lids on the main deck. It mandates a modification to ensure proper functioning of oxygen container lids.

May 12, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A380

EASA AD 2019-0310R1

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2021-0051

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0310R1 is an amendment addressing safety concerns on Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes related to rudder electrical back-up hydraulic actuator solenoid valves. It mandates identification and replacement of affected solenoid valves with specific part and serial numbers to prevent potential rudder or elevator runaway conditions. The directive also requires temporary amendments to the Master Minimum Equipment List (MMEL) to impose operational restrictions until affected parts are replaced.

Apr 20, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A380

EASA AD 2020-0088

Electric and Electronic Common Installation — Ram Air Turbine Wiring Routing — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0088 is an airworthiness directive issued for Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes. It addresses the inspection of the Ram Air Turbine (RAT) wiring routing within the electric and electronic common installation to ensure proper installation and prevent interference. The directive mandates a one-time detailed inspection of the affected RAT feeder and exciter wiring routes to detect and correct any installation discrepancies.

Apr 17, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A380

EASA AD 2020-0089

Nacelles / Pylons — Inboard Pylon Box at Rib 14 Fasteners — Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0089 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes equipped with Engine Alliance GP7200 or Rolls-Royce Trent 900 engines. The directive addresses inspection and possible replacement of fasteners attaching the lateral panel to Rib 14 at the inboard pylon box for engines #2 and #3. It mandates repetitive inspections to detect cracks that could lead to in-flight detachment of the lateral panel.

Apr 17, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A380Airbus A380-841Airbus A380-842Airbus A380-861

EASA AD 2020-0058

Equipment / Furnishings — Emergency Locator Transmitter Protection — Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0058 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes. It addresses a safety issue related to the Emergency Locator Transmitter (ELT) protection on these aircraft, specifically targeting ELTs with Part Number 01N65900. The directive mandates a modification to improve protection against potential battery fires caused by current injection.

Mar 17, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A380Airbus A380-841Airbus A380-842Airbus A380-861

EASA AD 2020-0032

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2022-0238

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0032 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency concerning Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes. It addresses the inspection and maintenance of triple reed contact switches (P/N 1940420026) installed on passenger doors to prevent corrosion-related failures. The directive mandates repetitive inspections and corrective actions to ensure the proper function of door mechanisms critical for evacuation safety.

Feb 18, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A380

EASA AD 2020-0025

Nacelles / Pylons — Inboard and Outboard Pylon Drain System — Inspection / Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0025 is an airworthiness directive affecting Airbus A380-841 and A380-842 aeroplanes, excluding those with Airbus modifications 77710, 77711, 77712, and 77713 incorporated in production. It addresses inspection and modification requirements for the inboard and outboard pylon drain systems to prevent potential fire hazards caused by hydraulic fluid leakage and clogged drain lines near the engine pylons.

Feb 14, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A380

EASA AD 2020-0012R1

Doors — Auxiliary Wing Landing Gear Doors — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0012R1 is an update addressing inspection requirements for the auxiliary wing landing gear doors on Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aircraft. It mandates repetitive inspections of the right-hand and left-hand inboard hinge fittings of affected wing landing gear doors to detect cracks and prevent structural failure. The directive applies to specific serial numbers of these parts and includes instructions for corrective actions and parts installation restrictions.

Feb 13, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A380

EASA AD 2020-0018

Engine Fuel & Control — Hydro-mechanical Metering Units — Removal from Service

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0018 is an official directive addressing the removal from service of certain hydro-mechanical metering units (HMU) installed on Rolls-Royce RB211 Trent 970-84, Trent 972-84, and Trent 972E-84 engines, commonly found on Airbus A380 aircraft. The directive mandates replacement of affected HMUs due to a risk of fuel valve jamming caused by manufacturing tool markings. This AD ensures continued airworthiness and safe operation of the affected engines.

Feb 4, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtRolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg RB211 TRENT 900Airbus A380

EASA AD 2020-0016

Pneumatic — Engine Bleed Air Supply System High Pressure Valves — Modification / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0016 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A380-841 and A380-842 aeroplanes. It addresses issues with the engine bleed air supply system high pressure valves, specifically certain part numbers of high pressure bleed valves installed on these aircraft. The directive mandates modification or replacement of these valves to ensure continued airworthiness.

Jan 30, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A380

EASA AD 2020-0009

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2020-0183

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0009 is an airworthiness directive issued for Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes. It addresses the inspection of Ram Air Turbine (RAT) gearboxes, specifically those with part numbers 1704287G or 1704287H, to detect water ingress and corrosion that could impair RAT operation. The directive mandates repetitive detailed inspections of the gearbox oil and corrective actions if necessary.

Jan 23, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A380

EASA AD 2020-0003

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2020-0018

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0003 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co KG RB211 Trent 970-84, Trent 972-84, and Trent 972E-84 engines, commonly installed on Airbus A380 aircraft. The directive addresses the removal from service of certain hydro-mechanical metering units (HMU) with specific part numbers and serial numbers due to a safety concern. It mandates replacement of affected HMUs to ensure continued airworthiness and safe engine operation.

Jan 9, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtRolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg RB211 TRENT 900Airbus A380