EASA Regulations & Airworthiness Directives

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EASA AD US-2023-10-09

Jun 21, 2023

Fire Protection - Forward and Aft Cargo Compartment Decompression Panels - Inspection

Airworthiness Directive 2023-10-09 is a final rule issued by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) addressing The Boeing Company Model 787-8, 787-9, and 787-10 airplanes. It mandates repetitive inspections of the forward and aft cargo compartment decompression panels for damaged fastener holes and requires corrective actions if damage exceeds allowable limits. This directive aims to ensure the integrity of decompression panels to maintain adequate fire suppression capabilities in cargo compartments.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Boeing 7878910

EASA AD US-2023-08-02

Jun 15, 2023

Cargo and Accessory Compartments - Bilge Barrier Assembly - Replacement

Airworthiness Directive 2023-08-02 is a final rule issued by the Federal Aviation Administration addressing certain Boeing 787-8, -9, and -10 airplanes. It requires changing or replacing the bilge barrier assembly in the forward and aft cargo compartments to prevent issues with torn decompression panels. This directive supersedes previous ADs related to inspections and replacements of these panels to enhance cargo compartment safety.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Boeing 7878910

EASA AD US-2023-08-04

May 30, 2023

Water / Waste - Door 1 and Door 3 Lavatory and Galley Potable Water Systems - Inspection

Airworthiness Directive 2023-08-04 is a final rule issued by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) addressing certain Boeing 787-8, 787-9, and 787-10 airplanes. It mandates detailed visual inspections of the potable water systems in door 1 and door 3 lavatories and galleys to identify missing or incorrectly installed clamshell couplings. The directive aims to prevent water leaks that could affect electronic equipment and compromise flight safety.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Boeing 7878910

EASA AD US-2023-05-04

Apr 12, 2023

Hydraulic Power - Ram Air Turbine Pump Barrel Assembly - Inspection

Airworthiness Directive 2023-05-04 is a final rule issued by the Federal Aviation Administration addressing all Boeing 787-8, 787-9, and 787-10 airplanes. It targets failures in the ram air turbine (RAT) pump barrel assembly caused by variations in the bronze metal used during manufacturing, which can lead to fatigue and cracking. The directive mandates inspections and replacements of affected RAT pump control modules and assemblies to ensure continued hydraulic power availability.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Boeing 7878910

EASA AD US-2022-24-11

Jan 13, 2023

Fire Protection - Engine Fire Shutoff Switches - Replacement

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2022-24-11 addresses all Boeing Model 787-8, 787-9, and 787-10 airplanes. It focuses on engine fire shutoff switches (EFSSs) that may contain foreign object debris introduced during rework, potentially compromising fire protection functions. The directive mandates identification and replacement of affected EFSS parts to ensure continued airworthiness and safety.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Boeing 7878910

EASA SIB 2022-12

Dec 20, 2022

Loss of Air Traffic Control Tracking on Boeing 787 Aeroplanes in European Airspace

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2022-12 is a safety information bulletin addressing the loss of air traffic control tracking on Boeing 787 aeroplanes operating in European airspace. The bulletin highlights intermittent transponder malfunctions causing degraded radar tracking and potential loss of track display for air traffic controllers. This issue affects Boeing 787 aircraft and may impact surveillance quality and Short-Term Conflict Alert functionality.

Safety Information Bulletin
  • Boeing 787

EASA AD US-2022-14-04

Sep 19, 2022

Airplane Flight Manual - Certificate Limitations on Minimum Tank Fuel Temperatures - Revision

The Airplane Flight Manual - Certificate Limitations on Minimum Tank Fuel Temperatures - Revision is a final rule airworthiness directive issued by the FAA affecting certain Boeing 787-8, 787-9, and 787-10 airplanes equipped with Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co KG Trent 1000 series engines. It addresses a design issue in the engine fuel feed system that could cause fuel flow restrictions due to ice accumulation and release. The directive mandates updates to the airplane flight manual to revise minimum fuel temperature limitations.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Boeing 7878910

EASA SIB SAFO22002

Aug 22, 2022

Electronic Flight Bags - Onboard Performance Tool v4.70 for iOS Devices

The Safety Alert for Operators SAFO 22002 addresses issues with Boeing's Onboard Performance Tool (OPT) version 4.70 for iOS devices, used on Boeing airplanes. The document highlights two calculation errors affecting takeoff and landing performance data, which could lead to incorrect runway length information being presented to flight crews. These issues specifically impact the accuracy of landing calculations and intersection takeoff calculations within the OPT software.

Safety Information Bulletin
  • Boeing 737
  • Boeing 747
  • Boeing 757
  • Boeing 767
  • Boeing 777
  • Boeing 787

EASA AD US-2022-15-01

Jul 25, 2022

Stabilizers - Vertical Fin Tension Bolt Holes - Inspection / Maintenance or Inspection Program - Revision

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2022-15-01 addresses certain Boeing 787-8, 787-9, and 787-10 airplanes. It mandates inspections of vertical fin tension bolt holes for corrosion and finish degradation, reviews of maintenance programs regarding bolt sealant application, and applicable corrective actions to ensure structural integrity. This directive aims to prevent potential loss of the vertical fin due to undetected corrosion.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Boeing 7878910

EASA AD US-2022-09-08

Jun 7, 2022

Stabilizers - Main Torque Box Skin Panel and Rear Spar Root Fitting - Inspection

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airworthiness Directive 2022-09-08 is a final rule addressing certain Boeing 787-8, 787-9, and 787-10 airplanes. This directive mandates inspections of the main torque box (MTB) skin panel and rear spar root fitting for cracking and delamination due to reports of a missing shim at a critical joint. The directive aims to ensure the structural integrity of these aircraft by requiring specific inspection and corrective actions.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Boeing 7878910

EASA SIB AIR-22-09R1

May 23, 2022

Autopilot Flight Director System: ALT HOLD Engaged on Takeoff

The Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin AIR-22-09R1 is an FAA advisory addressing the potential for the Autopilot Flight Director System (AFDS) altitude hold (ALT) mode to engage erroneously during takeoff on Boeing Model 777-200, -200LR, -300, -300ER, 777F, and Model 787-8, -9, and -10 airplanes. This bulletin informs operators of a known issue where ALT hold mode activation on the ground can lead to improper pitch guidance after liftoff, potentially causing low climb rates or descent warnings. The bulletin provides background, operational details, and references Boeing Multi Operator Messages for corrective procedures.

Safety Information Bulletin
  • Boeing 777
  • Boeing 787

EASA AD US-2022-02-14

Mar 10, 2022

Landing Gear - Main Landing Gear Inner Cylinder Pivot Pins - Inspection

Federal Register Volume 87, Number 36 (AD 2022-02-14) is a final rule airworthiness directive issued by the FAA for certain Boeing 787-8, 787-9, and 787-10 airplanes. It addresses cracks found in the inner cylinder pivot pins of the left and right main landing gear (MLG) through mandated inspections and maintenance actions. The directive requires repetitive lubrication and inspections of the MLG truck beams and inner cylinder pivot joints to detect damage and prevent potential landing gear collapse.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Boeing 7878910

EASA AD US-2022-03-21

Mar 8, 2022

Fuel - Maintenance or Inspection Program - Revision

Fuel - Maintenance or Inspection Program - Revision is a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) final rule airworthiness directive (AD 2022-03-21) that applies to certain Boeing 787-8, 787-9, and 787-10 airplanes. It addresses updated airworthiness limitations related to fuel tank ignition prevention and the nitrogen generation system. The directive mandates revisions to existing maintenance or inspection programs to incorporate these new or more restrictive requirements.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Boeing 7878910

EASA AD US-2022-02-16

Jan 19, 2022

Superseded by FAA AD 2023-12-10

FAA Airworthiness Directive 2022-02-16 is a final rule addressing all Boeing 787-8, 787-9, and 787-10 airplanes. It responds to interference issues caused by 5G C-Band wireless broadband operations in the 3.7-3.98 GHz frequency band that affect radio altimeters and related airplane systems during landing. This directive mandates revisions to the airplane flight manual to incorporate new limitations and operating procedures to mitigate risks associated with degraded deceleration performance and longer landing distances.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Boeing 7878910

EASA AD US-2021-24-14

Jan 12, 2022

Engine Exhaust - Thrust Reverser Translating Sleeve Secondary Sliders - Check / Replacement

The Federal Aviation Administration Airworthiness Directive 2021-24-14 is a final rule addressing certain Boeing 787-8, 787-9, and 787-10 airplanes powered by Rolls-Royce Trent 1000 engines. It targets damage found in the thrust reverser translating sleeve secondary sliders caused by contact with the slider track liner, which could reduce the fatigue life of these components. This directive mandates inspections and possible replacement of affected thrust reversers to ensure continued airworthiness.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Boeing 7878910

EASA AD US-2021-23-21

Jan 3, 2022

Fuselage - Aft Wheel Well Bulkhead Structural Joints - Inspection

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2021-23-21 addresses certain Boeing 787-8 and 787-9 airplanes. It mandates repetitive inspections of the aft wheel well bulkhead structural joints due to improper shimming during assembly, which may cause fatigue cracking. The directive requires repair of any detected cracks to maintain structural integrity.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Boeing 78789

EASA AD US-2021-23-20

Jan 3, 2022

Fuselage - Wing Front Spar Structural Joints - Inspection

Federal Register Volume 86, Number 231 (December 6, 2021) Final Rule titled 'Fuselage - Wing Front Spar Structural Joints - Inspection' is an FAA Airworthiness Directive (AD 2021-23-20) applicable to certain Boeing 787-8 and 787-9 airplanes. It addresses structural joint assembly issues that may reduce fatigue thresholds, requiring repetitive inspections and repairs of the front spar pickle fork and outer chord areas to maintain airworthiness.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Boeing 78789

EASA AD 2021-0146R1

Sep 23, 2021

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks — High Pressure Turbine Disc — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0146R1 is a regulatory document addressing inspection requirements for high-pressure turbine (HPT) discs installed on Rolls-Royce Trent 1000 and Trent 7000 engines, commonly found on Boeing 787 and Airbus A330 (NEO) aircraft. The directive mandates a one-time inspection of affected HPT discs during the next qualified engine shop visit to ensure they are disassembled to piece-part level and inspected according to the applicable Rolls-Royce Time Limits Manual (TLM) tasks. This AD aims to prevent potential HPT disc failures that could lead to high-energy debris release and consequent aircraft damage.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg TRENT 1000
  • Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg TRENT 7000
  • Boeing 787
  • Airbus A330

EASA AD 2019-0282R1

Aug 25, 2021

Engine — Intermediate Pressure Compressor Shaft Assembly — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0282R1 is a regulatory document addressing inspection requirements for the intermediate pressure compressor (IPC) shaft assembly, part number KH18436, installed on Rolls-Royce Trent 1000 and Trent 7000 engines. These engines are commonly found on Boeing 787 and Airbus A330 aircraft. The directive mandates repetitive inspections to detect cracks in the IPC shaft assembly's front air seal to prevent potential engine failure.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg TRENT 1000
  • Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg TRENT 7000
  • Boeing 787
  • Airbus A330

EASA AD US-2021-08-19

Apr 28, 2021

Superseded by FAA AD 2023-08-02

Airworthiness Directive 2021-08-19 is a final rule issued by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) that applies to certain Boeing Model 787-8, 787-9, and 787-10 airplanes. It addresses the condition of decompression panels in the bilge barriers located in the forward and aft cargo compartments, requiring inspections and corrective actions to ensure fire suppression effectiveness. This directive supersedes AD 2021-02-19 and expands the applicability to include additional airplanes.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Boeing 7878910