EASA Regulations & Airworthiness Directives

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EASA AD 2019-0220R1

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2021-0226

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0220R1 is an amendment addressing structural integrity issues on Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes. It mandates modification of the fuselage rear cone frame feet 102 and 103 between stringers 19 and 20 on both left and right sides to reinforce the skin-to-frame attachment. This directive applies to all serial numbers except those with Airbus modifications 77936 or 77140 incorporated during production.

Dec 17, 2019
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A380

EASA AD 2018-0043R1

Power Plant — Rear Engine Mount Assembly — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0043R1 is a regulatory document addressing inspection requirements for the rear engine mount assembly on Airbus A380-841 and A380-842 aeroplanes. It mandates inspections of specific rear engine mount beams and assemblies, particularly those with part numbers L7121076120000 and related assemblies, to detect cracks caused by manufacturing defects. The directive ensures continued airworthiness by requiring detailed or high-frequency eddy current inspections and, if necessary, replacement of affected parts.

Dec 12, 2019
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A380Airbus A380-841Airbus A380-842

EASA AD 2019-0283

Wings — Trailing Edge and Trailing Edge Devices — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0283 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 wing trailing edge and trailing edge devices to detect cracks and provides optional modification instructions to prevent potential in-flight loss of parts. The directive applies to specific manufacturer serial numbers as identified in the applicable Airbus Service Bulletins.

Nov 21, 2019
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A380

EASA AD 2019-0251

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2022-0094

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0251 is an airworthiness directive issued for Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes. It addresses issues related to the pneumatic air conditioning and engine bleed air systems, specifically requiring software updates and operational changes to prevent overpressure and structural damage during take-off. The directive also mandates changes to the Airplane Flight Manual and Master Minimum Equipment List for affected aircraft.

Oct 9, 2019
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtFlight OpsAirbus A380

EASA AD 2019-0230

[Correction] Engine — Oil Service Pipe Sealing Rings — Inspection / Replacement / Modification / Rework

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0230 is a regulatory document addressing inspection, replacement, modification, and rework of oil service pipe sealing rings on Rolls-Royce Deutschland RB211 Trent 900 engines, commonly installed on Airbus A380 aircraft. The directive targets high pressure/intermediate pressure support structure oil service tube buffer sealing rings with Part Number FW64487 to prevent potential engine failures. It mandates life limits, inspections, and modifications to ensure continued airworthiness and safety.

Sep 20, 2019
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtRolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg RB211 TRENT 900Airbus A380

EASA AD 2019-0229R1

Exhaust — Thrust Reverser Cascades and Aft Frame Attachment — Inspection / Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0229R1 is an updated regulatory requirement addressing inspection and modification of the thrust reverser cascades and aft frame attachments on Airbus A380-861 aeroplanes equipped with GP7200 engines. It mandates detailed inspections and modifications of specific thrust reverser parts identified by part and serial numbers to prevent potential part failure and detachment. The directive references Airbus and SAFRAN Nacelles service bulletins for compliance procedures.

Sep 18, 2019
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A380

EASA AD 2019-0223

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2022-0019

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0223 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes with specific manufacturer serial numbers. The directive mandates repetitive ultrasonic inspections of the wing outer rear spar top and bottom flanges to detect cracks that could compromise structural integrity. It applies to the 25 oldest wing sets and requires reporting of inspection results to Airbus.

Sep 6, 2019
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A380

EASA AD 2019-0222

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2022-0100

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0222 is an airworthiness directive issued for Airbus A380 aeroplanes, specifically models A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 with certain manufacturer serial numbers. The directive addresses cracks found in the belly fairing torsion box parts on both left-hand and right-hand sides of the fuselage. It mandates modification of these parts to ensure continued airworthiness and safety.

Sep 6, 2019
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A380

EASA AD 2019-0216

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2020-0232

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0216 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting all Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes. It mandates compliance with the Airbus A380 Airworthiness Limitations Section Part 2 Revision 08, which includes damage tolerant airworthiness limitation items. This directive ensures the continued airworthiness of these aircraft by requiring updated maintenance tasks and intervals.

Sep 2, 2019
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A380Airbus A380-841Airbus A380-842Airbus A380-861

EASA AD 2019-0217

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2022-0105

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0217 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting all Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes. It mandates compliance with the updated Airbus A380 Airworthiness Limitations Section (ALS) Part 1, Revision 11, which includes safe life airworthiness limitation items and maintenance tasks. This directive ensures continued airworthiness by enforcing replacement of components before exceeding life limits and updating maintenance programs accordingly.

Sep 2, 2019
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A380Airbus A380-841Airbus A380-842Airbus A380-861

EASA AD 2019-0214

Wings — Trailing Edge Flap Track #2 and #5 Supports — Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0214 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 trailing edge flap track #2 and #5 supports on both left-hand and right-hand wings. The directive mandates modifications to these flap track supports to ensure continued airworthiness and safe operation of the affected aircraft.

Aug 30, 2019
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A380Airbus A380-841Airbus A380-842Airbus A380-861

EASA AD 2019-0205

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2019-0251

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0205 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 engine bleed air system, specifically the Certification Maintenance Requirements task related to the pneumatic system. The directive mandates inspections and functional tests to ensure continued airworthiness of the affected aircraft.

Aug 20, 2019
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A380Airbus A380-841Airbus A380-842Airbus A380-861

EASA AD 2019-0192

Electrical Power — Ram Air Turbine Free Rotation — Manual Check

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0192 is an airworthiness directive addressing the Airbus A380 aeroplanes equipped with specific Ram Air Turbine (RAT) parts, identified by part numbers 1704287G and 1704287H with serial numbers AAB4000001 to AAB4000333. This directive mandates a manual free rotation check of the RAT to detect water ingress and corrosion that could impair RAT operation and electrical power generation. It applies to Airbus A380 models -841, -842, and -861 with specified manufacturer serial numbers.

Aug 5, 2019
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A380

EASA AD 2019-0159

Aircraft Flight Manual — Fuel Quantity Indication System Procedure — Amendment ; Fuel — Fuel Quantity and Management System Software — Update

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0159 addresses the fuel quantity indication system procedure and software update for Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes. It mandates amendments to the Aircraft Flight Manual and updates to the Fuel Quantity and Management System software to correct fuel quantity indication discrepancies. This directive applies to all Airbus A380 aircraft except those with specific production modifications 77964 and 77965.

Jul 5, 2019
Airworthiness DirectiveFlight OpsMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A380

EASA AD 2019-0123R1

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2020-0157

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0123R1 is an amendment addressing the Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes regarding the landing gear gravity extension system. It mandates inspections and modifications to the wing landing gear emergency up-lock actuator wiring to prevent failure during gravity extension. This directive ensures continued airworthiness by requiring specific inspections and corrective actions to maintain safe landing gear operation.

Jun 18, 2019
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A380Airbus A380-841Airbus A380-842Airbus A380-861

EASA AD 2019-0124

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2019-0192

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0124 is an airworthiness directive issued for Airbus A380 aeroplanes, specifically models A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 with certain manufacturer serial numbers. The directive addresses an unsafe condition related to the Ram Air Turbine (RAT) gearbox, which may contain water leading to corrosion and potential failure of the RAT during flight. This AD mandates inspection and corrective actions to ensure continued safe operation of the affected RAT parts.

Jun 5, 2019
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A380

EASA AD 2019-0127

Wings — Trailing Edge Flap Track #3 and #4 Supports — Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0127 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes. It mandates modifications to the trailing edge flap track #3 and #4 supports on both left-hand and right-hand wings to address structural concerns. The directive applies to all serial numbers except those with Airbus modification 77208 incorporated in production.

Jun 5, 2019
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A380

EASA AD 2019-0113

Engine Fuel & Control — Engine Electronic Control Software — Update

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0113 is an official directive addressing Rolls-Royce RB211 Trent 970-84, 972-84, and 972E-84 engines, commonly installed on Airbus A380 aircraft. The directive mandates an update to the engine electronic controller (EEC) software to version 12.3 or later to enhance safety. This update targets the intermediate pressure turbine over-speed system to prevent potential engine failures.

May 24, 2019
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtRolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg RB211 TRENT 900Airbus A380

EASA AD 2019-0083

Exhaust — Thrust Reverser Actuator Fire Protection Assemblies — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0083 is an official safety directive addressing Airbus A380-841 and A380-842 aeroplanes equipped with Rolls-Royce Trent 900 engines. It mandates inspection of the electrical thrust reverser actuation system (ETRAS) actuator fitting fire protection assemblies on engines #2 and #3 to ensure proper sealing with silicone fire sealant. This directive aims to prevent potential fire hazards due to incomplete sealing of fire shields on the thrust reverser actuator fittings.

Apr 15, 2019
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A380

EASA AD 2019-0072

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2019-0216

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0072 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting all Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes. It mandates compliance with the Airbus A380 Airworthiness Limitations Section Part 2 Revision 07, which includes damage tolerant airworthiness limitation items. This directive ensures the continued airworthiness of these aircraft by requiring updated maintenance tasks and intervals.

Mar 28, 2019
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A380Airbus A380-841Airbus A380-842Airbus A380-861