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EASA AD US-2024-20-04

Pacific Scientific Company: Rotary Buckle Assemblies - Inspection / Reidentifying / Replacing

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2024-20-04 supersedes AD 2024-01-11 and applies to all helicopters equipped with certain Pacific Scientific Company rotary buckle assemblies, specifically part numbers 1111475 (all dash numbers) and 1111548-01, manufactured between January 2012 and April 2013 inclusive or with unknown manufacture dates. This directive addresses a manufacturing defect in the screws inside these buckles that could lead to buckle failure and occupant restraint loss. The AD retains previous inspection and replacement requirements, expands applicability, and updates referenced service materials.

Oct 29, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety Mgmt

EASA AD US-2024-15-09

Flight Controls - Tamarack Active Technology Load Alleviation System (ATLAS) Winglets - Placard Installation / AFM Revision

The Flight Controls - Tamarack Active Technology Load Alleviation System (ATLAS) Winglets - Placard Installation / AFM Revision is a regulatory document addressing the installation of placards and revisions to the Aircraft Flight Manual (AFM) related to Tamarack ATLAS winglets. It applies to aircraft equipped with these winglets to ensure proper operational awareness and compliance with updated flight control requirements.

Oct 14, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveFlight OpsMaintenanceSafety MgmtTextron Aviation 525 (CitationJet)

EASA CZIB 2024-01 R7

Airspace of Lebanon

The document titled Airspace of Lebanon is a safety information bulletin issued by EASA concerning the airspace over Lebanon, specifically the Beirut FIR (OLBB). It highlights ongoing high risks due to regional tensions and recent Israeli airstrikes near Beirut International Airport, affecting all flight levels in Lebanese airspace. The bulletin applies to air operators subject to EU Regulation 965/2012 and third country operators authorized by EASA under TCO authorizations.

Sep 28, 2024
Safety Information BulletinFlight OpsSafety Mgmt

EASA AD US-2024-14-03

Auto Flight - Garmin GFC 500 Autopilot System - Software Update

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2024-14-03 addresses various airplanes equipped with the Garmin GFC 500 Autopilot System installed under Supplemental Type Certificate No. SA01866WI. This directive mandates a software update to the Garmin GFC 500 Autopilot System to prevent un-commanded automatic pitch trim runaway events. The affected aircraft include all models specified in the directive that have the optional GSA 28 pitch trim servo installed.

Jul 22, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtCommander (Cpac, Inc.) 112Commander (Cpac, Inc.) 114Daher Aerospace TBMooney International Corporation M20Piper Aircraft PA-24 (Comanche)Piper Aircraft PA-28 (Archer)Piper Aircraft PA-28 (Cadet)Piper Aircraft PA-28 (Cherokee)Piper Aircraft PA-28 (Dakota)Piper Aircraft PA-28 (Warrior)Piper Aircraft PA-28R (Arrow)Piper Aircraft PA-30 (Twin Comanche)Piper Aircraft PA-32 (Cherokee Six)Piper Aircraft PA-32 (Piper 6X)Piper Aircraft PA-32 (Saratoga)Piper Aircraft PA-32R (Lance)Piper Aircraft PA-39 (Twin Comanche)Textron Aviation 172 (Skyhawk)Textron Aviation 172RGTextron Aviation 177 (Cardinal)Textron Aviation 177RG (Cardinal RG)Textron Aviation 182 (Skylane)Textron Aviation 19Textron Aviation 206Textron Aviation U206 (Super Skywagon)Textron Aviation 206H (Stationair)Textron Aviation 210 (Centurion)Textron Aviation 23 (Musketeer)Textron Aviation 24 (Sierra)Textron Aviation 33 (Bonanza)Textron Aviation 35 (Bonanza)Textron Aviation 36 (Bonanza)Textron Aviation F172Textron Aviation F177RGTextron Aviation F182Textron Aviation FR172 (Reims Rocket)Textron Aviation P172DTextron Aviation P206Textron Aviation TP206 (Super Skylane)Textron Aviation R172 (Hawk XP)

EASA AD BR-2024-04-01

NOT ELIGIBLE FOR ADOPTION - EASA POSITION ATTACHED

The document titled NOT ELIGIBLE FOR ADOPTION - EASA POSITION ATTACHED outlines EASA's position on various foreign Airworthiness Directives (ADs) related to potential 5G C-Band Wireless Broadband Interference affecting aircraft equipped with radio (radar) altimeters. These foreign ADs, issued by authorities such as the FAA, Transport Canada Civil Aviation, and ANAC Brazil, apply to multiple transport and commuter category airplanes but are not eligible for adoption by EASA. EASA has not identified an unsafe condition warranting mandatory action but continues coordination with design approval holders.

Jul 12, 2024
OpinionSafety Mgmt

EASA AD 2024-0111

Reciprocating Engine — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0111 is an airworthiness directive addressing inspection requirements for reciprocating engines manufactured by Lycoming Engines and Continental Aerospace Technologies. It applies to all engine types and models listed in the referenced Type Certificate Data Sheets (TCDS), except those manufactured or overhauled after 18 July 2004. The directive mandates compliance with corrective actions originally specified in Transport Canada Civil Aviation AD CF-2005-40.

Jun 12, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtContinental Aerospace Technologies, 6-285Continental Aerospace Technologies, A-65Continental Aerospace Technologies, C-115Continental Aerospace Technologies, C-125Continental Aerospace Technologies, C145Continental Aerospace Technologies, C75Continental Aerospace Technologies, C85Continental Aerospace Technologies, C90Continental Aerospace Technologies, C90 (RR)Continental Aerospace Technologies, E165Continental Aerospace Technologies, E185Continental Aerospace Technologies, GO-300Continental Aerospace Technologies, GTSIO-520Continental Aerospace Technologies, IO-240Continental Aerospace Technologies, IO-346Continental Aerospace Technologies, IO-360Continental Aerospace Technologies, IO-470Continental Aerospace Technologies, IO-520Continental Aerospace Technologies, IOF-240Continental Aerospace Technologies, LIO-470Continental Aerospace Technologies, LIO-520Continental Aerospace Technologies, LTSIO-360Continental Aerospace Technologies, LTSIO-520Continental Aerospace Technologies, O-200Continental Aerospace Technologies, O-200 (RR)Continental Aerospace Technologies, O-240Continental Aerospace Technologies, O-300Continental Aerospace Technologies, O-300 (RR)Continental Aerospace Technologies, O-470Continental Aerospace Technologies, TSIO-360Continental Aerospace Technologies, TSIO-470Continental Aerospace Technologies, TSIO-520Continental Aerospace Technologies, TSIO-550Continental Aerospace Technologies, TSIOL-550Lycoming Engines AEIO-540Lycoming Engines AEIO-580Lycoming Engines GO-435Lycoming Engines GO-480Lycoming Engines GSO-480Lycoming Engines HO-360Lycoming Engines IGSO-480Lycoming Engines IGSO-540Lycoming Engines IO-360Lycoming Engines IO-540Lycoming Engines IO-580Lycoming Engines IO-720Lycoming Engines IVO-540Lycoming Engines LO-360Lycoming Engines LTIO-540Lycoming Engines LTO-360Lycoming Engines O-235Lycoming Engines O-290Lycoming Engines O-320Lycoming Engines O-340Lycoming Engines O-350Lycoming Engines O-360Lycoming Engines O-435Lycoming Engines O-540Lycoming Engines TIGO-541Lycoming Engines TIO-360Lycoming Engines TIO-540Lycoming Engines TIO-541Lycoming Engines TO-360Lycoming Engines TVO-435Lycoming Engines VO-435Lycoming Engines VO-540

EASA AD CF-2024-15

NOT ELIGIBLE FOR ADOPTION - EASA POSITION ATTACHED

The document titled NOT ELIGIBLE FOR ADOPTION - EASA POSITION ATTACHED is an official EASA position regarding various foreign Airworthiness Directives (ADs) related to potential 5G C-Band Wireless Broadband Interference affecting aircraft equipped with radio (radar) altimeters. It specifically references foreign ADs issued by authorities such as the FAA, Transport Canada Civil Aviation, and ANAC Brazil, which apply to multiple transport and commuter category airplanes, including those not designed by those authorities. EASA concludes that these foreign ADs are not eligible for adoption under its regulations.

May 29, 2024
OpinionSafety Mgmt

EASA AD CF-2024-14

NOT ELIGIBLE FOR ADOPTION - EASA POSITION ATTACHED

The document titled NOT ELIGIBLE FOR ADOPTION - EASA POSITION ATTACHED is an official EASA position regarding various foreign Airworthiness Directives (ADs) related to potential 5G C-Band Wireless Broadband Interference affecting aircraft equipped with radio (radar) altimeters. It specifically references foreign ADs such as FAA AD 2023-10-02, which applies to all transport and commuter category airplanes equipped with radar altimeters. EASA concludes that these foreign ADs are not eligible for adoption under its regulations.

May 29, 2024
Agency DecisionSafety MgmtMaintenance

EASA AD 2024-0094

ULTRAMAGIC, S.A.: Restraint Systems / Occupant Restraint Harnesses — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0094 addresses inspection requirements for Ultramagic, S.A. occupant restraint harnesses, specifically part number CI-C-1302, commonly installed on Ultramagic hot air balloons. The directive mandates inspection and potential replacement of leg lanyard tapes with incorrectly positioned adjustment buckles that compromise safety. This AD applies to all hot air balloons equipped with these harnesses, regardless of installation method.

Apr 26, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety Mgmt

EASA AD 2023-0193

Hot Air Balloon Burner Assembly and Hanger — Inspection / Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0193 is an airworthiness directive addressing the FB6 double burner assemblies with hydraulic height adjustment manufactured by Theo Schroeder fire balloons GmbH. It applies to all serial numbers of these burner assemblies, which can be installed on any hot air balloon type. The directive mandates inspection and potential modification of the burner assembly connectors to ensure continued airworthiness and safety.

Nov 7, 2023
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety Mgmt

EASA AD US-2023-09-09

NOT ELIGIBLE FOR ADOPTION - EASA POSITION ATTACHED

The document titled 'NOT ELIGIBLE FOR ADOPTION - EASA POSITION ATTACHED' is an official EASA position regarding FAA Airworthiness Directive 2023-09-09. This FAA AD applies to various aeroplanes, helicopters, and engines equipped with spot-welded, multi-segment exhaust tailpipe v-band couplings, establishing life limits and inspection requirements for these parts. EASA concludes that FAA AD 2023-09-09 is not eligible for adoption within the European Union and plans to issue its own equipment-level AD addressing the unsafe condition.

Aug 16, 2023
OpinionMaintenanceSafety Mgmt

EASA AD 2023-0156-E

Engine — Propeller Gearbox / Magnetic Plug — Inspection / Propeller Shaft — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0156-E is an emergency directive addressing certain BRP-Rotax 912 and 914 series engines installed on various general aviation aircraft and powered sailplanes. It mandates inspection of the propeller gearbox magnetic plug and replacement of affected propeller shafts with part number 937047 due to machining deviations causing surface abnormalities. The directive applies to specific engine serial numbers and spare parts identified by BRP-Rotax.

Aug 2, 2023
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBrp-Rotax Gmbh & Co Kg 912 ABrp-Rotax Gmbh & Co Kg 912 FBrp-Rotax Gmbh & Co Kg 912 SBrp-Rotax Gmbh & Co Kg 912 iScBrp-Rotax Gmbh & Co Kg 914 F

EASA AD CF-2023-49

NOT ELIGIBLE FOR ADOPTION - EASA POSITION ATTACHED

The document titled "NOT ELIGIBLE FOR ADOPTION - EASA POSITION ATTACHED" is an official position from the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) regarding Transport Canada Civil Aviation (TCCA) Airworthiness Directive CF-2023-49. This TCCA AD applies to all helicopters equipped with a radio altimeter and requires revisions to the Rotorcraft Flight Manual to restrict certain operations in contiguous U.S. airspace. EASA has determined that this TCCA AD is not eligible for adoption within the European Union.

Jul 6, 2023
OpinionFlight OpsSafety Mgmt

EASA AD CF-2023-46

NOT ELIGIBLE FOR ADOPTION - EASA POSITION ATTACHED

The document titled "EASA Position regarding TCCA AD CF-2023-46 – Not eligible for adoption" explains that the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) does not consider Transport Canada Civil Aviation (TCCA) Airworthiness Directive CF-2023-46 eligible for adoption. This directive applies to all transport and commuter category airplanes equipped with radio (radar) altimeters and requires revisions to the Aircraft Flight Manual to restrict certain operations in contiguous U.S. airspace. EASA has not identified an unsafe condition but continues coordination with design approval holders before deciding on mandatory actions.

Jun 28, 2023
Agency DecisionSafety MgmtFlight Ops

EASA AD US-2023-11-07

NOT ELIGIBLE FOR ADOPTION - EASA POSITION ATTACHED

The document titled NOT ELIGIBLE FOR ADOPTION - EASA POSITION ATTACHED is an official position from EASA regarding FAA Airworthiness Directive 2023-11-07. This FAA AD applies to all helicopters equipped with a radio (radar) altimeter and requires certain operational limitations in U.S. airspace. EASA has determined that FAA AD 2023-11-07 is not eligible for adoption under EASA regulations, as it affects helicopter types beyond FAA's State of Design responsibility and no unsafe condition has been confirmed by EASA.

Jun 23, 2023
OpinionSafety Mgmt

EASA AD US-2023-10-02

NOT ELIGIBLE FOR ADOPTION - EASA POSITION ATTACHED

The document titled NOT ELIGIBLE FOR ADOPTION - EASA POSITION ATTACHED is an official position from EASA regarding FAA Airworthiness Directive 2023-10-02. This FAA AD applies to all transport and commuter category airplanes equipped with radio (radar) altimeters and supersedes FAA AD 2021-23-12. EASA concludes that FAA AD 2023-10-02 is not eligible for adoption within the European Union due to differences in aircraft design approval and operational scope.

Jun 7, 2023
OpinionSafety Mgmt

EASA CZIB CZIB-2023-01R8

Airspace of Sudan

The document titled Airspace of Sudan is a safety information bulletin addressing the entire FIR KHARTOUM (HSSS) airspace over Sudan at all altitudes and flight levels. It highlights a high risk to civil aviation due to ongoing armed clashes involving military air assets and air-defense systems. The bulletin does not specify particular aircraft or engine types but applies broadly to all operators planning flights in the affected airspace.

Apr 26, 2023
Safety Information BulletinFlight OpsSafety Mgmt

EASA AD 2021-0185R2

UMLAUT ENGINEERING GmbH — Hand-operated Fire Extinguishers — Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0185R2 is an updated regulation addressing the inspection and replacement of UMLAUT ENGINEERING GmbH HAFEX (Halon-free) hand-held fire extinguishers with Part Numbers P3APP003010A, P3APP003010B, and P3APP003010C. These fire extinguishers may be installed on any aircraft either during production or as a modification. The directive mandates repetitive inspections to ensure the extinguishers remain functional and safe under various environmental conditions.

Sep 7, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety Mgmt

EASA AD G-2022-0009

SURVITEC GROUP LIMITED — Lifejackets Type 102 Mk 3 and Mk 4, Type 105 Mk 1 — Inspection

Civil Aviation Authority Airworthiness Directive G-2022-0009 addresses inspection requirements for Survitec Group Limited lifejackets Type 102 Mk 3, 102 Mk 4, and 105 Mk 1 used on aircraft. The directive applies to lifejackets manufactured between 1 October 2018 and 30 April 2019 and aims to ensure correct lifejacket packing and usage for adults, crew, and infants.

Apr 25, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveSafety MgmtMaintenance

EASA CZIB CZIB-2022-01R14

Airspace of Ukraine

The EASA Conflict Zones Information Bulletin (CZIB) titled 'Airspace of Ukraine' addresses the closure and safety risks of all altitudes and flight levels within the Flight Information Regions FIR LVIV (UKLV), FIR KYIV (UKBV), UIR KYIV (UKBU), FIR DNIPRO (UKDV), FIR SIMFEROPOL (UKFV), and FIR ODESA (UKOV) due to ongoing military conflict. This bulletin applies to all air operators subject to Commission Regulation (EU) 965/2012 and third country operators authorized by EASA, highlighting the high risk to civil aircraft from military activities including potential targeting and misidentification. The document does not specify particular aircraft types or engine models but covers all civil aviation operations in the affected airspace.

Feb 24, 2022
Safety Information BulletinFlight OpsSafety Mgmt