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EASA SIB 2014-20

Aeroplane Operations in Crosswind Conditions

EASA Safety Information Bulletin No. 2014-20 titled 'Aeroplane Operations in Crosswind Conditions' provides guidance for aeroplane manufacturers, operators, flight crews, and training organisations on managing operations under strong and gusty crosswind conditions. It highlights findings from studies involving CS-25 certified aeroplanes in commercial air transport, emphasizing the importance of clear understanding and procedures related to maximum demonstrated crosswind limits. The bulletin does not target specific aircraft models but applies broadly to large aeroplanes certified under CS-25.

Jun 23, 2014
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EASA SIB 2014-18

Notification of Unapproved Parts due to theft

EASA Safety Information Bulletin SIB No. 2014-18 notifies aviation professionals about unapproved parts resulting from theft at Cyprus Airways between February and May 2013. The affected parts include electronic engine controls by Hamilton Sundstrand, avionics systems by Airbus France, and other components from manufacturers such as Diehl Aerospace, Woodward Governor, Honeywell, Messier-Bugatti Dowty, and Goodrich Control Systems. These parts are considered unapproved and must not be installed on any aircraft.

Jun 11, 2014
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EASA SIB 2014-15

Controller Pilot Data Link Communications (CPDLC) - Data Link : Instruction to turn a specified number of degrees left or right (UM 215)

EASA Safety Information Bulletin SIB No. 2014-15 addresses the Controller Pilot Data Link Communications (CPDLC) Uplink Message 215 (UM215), which instructs pilots to turn a specified number of degrees left or right. The bulletin highlights that some avionics display the turn instruction as a three-digit heading rather than a relative turn, leading to potential misinterpretation by flight crews. This issue affects all aircraft and Air Navigation Service Providers using CPDLC systems.

May 23, 2014
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EASA SIB 2014-14

Controller Pilot Data Link Communications over Very High Frequency Data Link Mode 2 (CPDLC over VDL Mode 2)

EASA Safety Information Bulletin SIB No. 2014-14 addresses Controller Pilot Data Link Communications over Very High Frequency Data Link Mode 2 (CPDLC over VDL Mode 2) applicable to all aircraft operators equipped with this system in European airspace. The bulletin highlights issues with frequent interruptions, known as provider aborts, in CPDLC sessions since the service began in some European Flight Information Regions in early 2013. It provides guidance on operational procedures and reporting to mitigate these interruptions and ensure safe communication.

May 23, 2014
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EASA SIB 2014-13

Unapproved Parts Notification — Galley Waste Carts

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2014-13 is an unapproved parts notification concerning galley waste carts with Part Number TH0003-A01, serial numbers TH003702-TH003801, released on EASA Form 1 by Global Aviation Services (GAS) Manufacturing Ltd. These parts are based on design data from EGRET AVIATION but were released after the expiration of GAS Manufacturing Ltd's production Organisation Approval on 09 February 2011. The bulletin applies to these specific galley waste carts and warns that they are not approved for installation on any aircraft.

May 8, 2014
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EASA SIB 2014-12

Non-conforming Standard Hardware

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2014-12 titled Non-conforming Standard Hardware addresses concerns about potentially non-conforming Military Specifications (MS), Army Navy Standards (AN), and National Aerospace Standards (NAS) fasteners used in civil aviation. The bulletin applies to manufacturers, owners, operators, and maintenance personnel of aircraft, engines, propellers, parts, and appliances. It aligns with the FAA Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin HQ-14-16 and aims to raise awareness of these hardware issues within EASA member states.

May 6, 2014
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EASA SIB 2014-09

Aeroplane Go-Around Training

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2014-09 on Aeroplane Go-Around Training provides guidance to aviation stakeholders on the risks associated with poorly executed go-around maneuvers. It highlights findings from studies by the BEA, UK CAA, and the Go-around Safety Forum 2013, emphasizing the importance of pilot awareness and training during go-arounds. The bulletin applies broadly to operators, National Aviation Authorities, and training organizations and does not target specific aircraft or engine models.

Apr 8, 2014
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EASA SIB 2014-10

WITHDRAWN - REPLACED BY EASA SIB 2015-16

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2014-10 is a safety advisory concerning the Simferopol Flight Information Region (FIR), which is under Ukrainian responsibility. It warns aviation stakeholders about the risks arising from overlapping air traffic services provided by the Russian Federation and Ukraine starting from 3 April 2014. The bulletin does not reference specific aircraft types or engines but addresses all operators potentially affected by this airspace conflict.

Apr 3, 2014
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EASA SIB NE-14-13

Lycoming Engines — Possible Failure of thru-Studs and/or Cylinder Mount Studs

The FAA Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin SAIB: NE-14-13 addresses the possible failure of thru-studs and cylinder mounting studs on Lycoming Engines. It highlights incidents of cylinder mounting stud failures due to corrosion and fatigue, particularly involving the absence or degradation of protective cadmium plating. The bulletin is informational and does not mandate regulatory action but provides guidance for operators and maintenance personnel of Lycoming engines.

Mar 25, 2014
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EASA SIB 2014-06

ATC Communications to Aircraft Flight Crew during Missed Approach

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2014-06 is an informational document addressing air traffic control communications to aircraft flight crews during missed approach procedures. It highlights risks associated with air traffic controllers issuing instructions that deviate from published missed approach procedures, which can increase flight crew workload and safety risks during go-arounds. The bulletin applies broadly to civil aviation authorities, air navigation service providers, ATCO training organizations, and air traffic controllers.

Mar 20, 2014
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EASA SIB NE-14-10

Merl, Inc. Batteries, used in Narco Emergency Locator Transmitters (ELTs)

Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin SAIB: NE-14-10 is an FAA informational bulletin addressing maintenance concerns related to Merl, Inc. batteries used in Narco Emergency Locator Transmitters (ELTs). It highlights potential battery leakage and corrosion issues that could render the ELT inoperable, affecting aircraft equipped with these specific ELTs. The bulletin does not mandate regulatory action but provides guidance to owners, operators, and maintainers.

Mar 10, 2014
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EASA SIB 2008-59R1

Turboshaft-engine Powered Rotorcraft - Engine In-Flight Shutdown due to Ice and Snow Ingestion

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2008-59R1 is an advisory document addressing the risk of engine in-flight shutdown in turboshaft-engine powered rotorcraft caused by ice and snow ingestion. It applies to all turboshaft-engine powered rotorcraft and aligns with FAA Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin SW-08-03R4. The bulletin highlights the dangers of ice and snow accumulation in engine inlets during ground and flight operations, particularly in helicopters not approved for flight into known icing conditions.

Feb 10, 2014
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EASA SIB 2014-04

WITHDRAWN - RECOMMENDATIONS NOT NEEDED ANYMORE

EASA Safety Information Bulletin SIB No. 2014-04 provides updated recommendations regarding Required Navigation Performance Approach Procedures with Barometric Vertical Navigation (RNP-APCH with APV/Baro-VNAV). It addresses operational approval criteria for aircraft operating these procedures, referencing EASA AMC 20-27, FAA AC 20-129, and FAA AC 20-138C. The bulletin is relevant for aeroplanes registered in EASA Member States conducting APV/Baro-VNAV approaches, particularly at airports with elevations above 5,000 feet mean sea level.

Feb 7, 2014
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EASA SIB 2014-03

Land and Hold Short Operations at U.S. Airports

EASA Safety Information Bulletin SIB No: 2014-03 provides guidance on Land and Hold Short Operations (LAHSO) at U.S. airports for commercial air transport operators from EASA Member States. It clarifies the distinction between "active" and "passive" participation in LAHSO, referencing relevant FAA orders and operational specifications. The bulletin applies to fixed-wing aeroplanes operating commercially in the U.S. and highlights that neither EU-OPS nor EASA-OPS currently contain specific provisions regarding LAHSO.

Feb 4, 2014
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EASA SIB 2013-22

WITHDRAWN - Suspected Unapproved Parts Notification — 10 Person Life Raft part number (P/N) 6491010414, serial numbers (S/N) 0251 and 0254, and P/N 64910-10214, S/N 0249.

EASA Safety Information Bulletin SIB No. 2013-22 is a notification regarding suspected unapproved 10 Person Life Rafts with part numbers 64910-10414 (serial numbers 0251 and 0254) and 64910-10214 (serial number 0249). These life rafts were released with counterfeit FAA Form 8130-3 certificates under the name Zodiac Services Europe, a European Part 145 approved maintenance organization. The document clarifies that these parts are unapproved and not eligible for installation on aircraft.

Dec 11, 2013
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EASA SIB 2013-21

WITHDRAWN - SEE Annex to EASA ED Decision 2014/029/R

The EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2013-21 titled 'WITHDRAWN - SEE Annex to EASA ED Decision 2014/029/R' provides guidance on the use of Portable Electronic Devices (PEDs) during commercial air transport operations. It addresses the regulatory framework under Regulation (EU) No. 965/2012, focusing on the safe use of non-transmitting and transmitting PEDs on board aircraft. The bulletin is applicable to commercial air transport operators and National Aviation Authorities overseeing these operations.

Dec 9, 2013
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EASA SIB 2011-27R1

Suspect (Bogus - Counterfeit) Electronic Components

EASA Safety Information Bulletin SIB No. 2011-27R1 addresses the issue of suspect, bogus, or counterfeit electronic components, particularly integrated circuits (ICs) and other electronic parts used by manufacturing and maintenance organizations. The bulletin highlights cases involving counterfeit Xilinx FPGA XC4006E-4PC84I and Vishay MOSFET SI4850EY-T1-E3 components, which can lead to equipment failures and reduced reliability. This document provides information relevant to aviation professionals involved in component procurement and maintenance.

Dec 5, 2013
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EASA SIB 2013-18

Laundering of Scrapped Jet Engine Parts

EASA Safety Information Bulletin SIB No: 2013-18 addresses the laundering of scrapped jet engine parts, specifically engine blades and vanes identified in FAA SAFO 11005. The bulletin warns that parts reintroduced into service by Shelby Enterprises and associated brokers may have been improperly processed and could pose safety risks. This information is relevant to aircraft registered in EASA Member States but does not mandate Airworthiness Directive action.

Oct 16, 2013
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EASA SIB 2013-15

Maintenance of Night Vision Imaging Systems (NVIS)

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2013-15 is an advisory document addressing the maintenance of Night Vision Imaging Systems (NVIS) on all aircraft equipped with such systems. It endorses the FAA Safety Alert for Operators (SAFO) 10022, which highlights potential deficiencies in NVIS configuration and maintenance that can affect night vision goggle operations. The bulletin applies broadly to all NVIS-equipped aircraft regardless of origin and aims to raise awareness among operators and maintenance personnel.

Oct 10, 2013
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EASA SIB 2010-21R3

WITHDRAWN - RECOMMENDATIONS NOT NEEDED ANYMORE

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2010-21R3 is an informational bulletin regarding the activation and operational status of the European Geostationary Navigation Overlay Service (EGNOS), a Satellite-Based Augmentation System (SBAS) for GPS. It applies to all aircraft equipped with EGNOS-enabled GPS receivers and provides updates on the certification and use of EGNOS for aviation navigation, including vertical guidance capabilities. The bulletin clarifies that EGNOS is now fully operational for safety of life services, including vertical navigation, following the lifting of previous restrictions.

Sep 6, 2013
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