EASA Regulations & Airworthiness Directives

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EASA AD 2025-0265

Air — Intermediate / High Pressure Air Tubes — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2025-0265 is an airworthiness directive addressing inspection requirements for intermediate and high pressure air tubes on Rolls-Royce Trent 7000-72 and Trent 7000-72C engines, commonly installed on Airbus A330 (NEO) aircraft. The directive mandates repetitive on-wing and in-shop visual inspections of specific air transfer and air feed tubes to ensure their structural integrity and prevent potential engine damage.

Nov 28, 2025
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtRolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg TRENT 7000

EASA AD 2025-0266

Engine — High Pressure Turbine Blades — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2025-0266 is an airworthiness directive addressing inspection requirements for high pressure turbine (HPT) blades, part number KH64485, installed on Rolls-Royce Trent 7000-72 and Trent 7000-72C engines, commonly found on Airbus A330 (NEO) aircraft. The directive mandates on-wing borescope inspections to detect axial cracking and specifies corrective actions including engine removal and blade replacement if cracks exceed defined limits. It applies to engines except those modified with mod 72-K336, which introduces redesigned blades not affected by this unsafe condition.

Nov 28, 2025
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtRolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg TRENT 7000

EASA AD 2025-0267-E

Engine — Propeller Gearbox — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2025-0267-E is an emergency directive addressing the inspection of propeller gearboxes on BRP-Rotax 915 i and 916 i series engines installed on various general aviation aeroplanes and powered sailplanes. The directive targets specific gearbox part numbers and serial numbers to ensure the presence of a critical collar nut. It applies to engines installed on EASA CS-23, CS-LSA, CS-VLA, or CS-22 certified aircraft.

Nov 28, 2025
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBrp-Rotax Gmbh & Co Kg 915Brp-Rotax Gmbh & Co Kg 916 iSc

EASA AD 2025-0268-E

Flight Controls — Elevator Aileron Computer — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2025-0268-E is an emergency directive addressing the replacement of the Elevator Aileron Computer (ELAC) on Airbus A319, A320, and A321 aeroplanes. It applies to specific models and serial numbers equipped with the affected ELAC B L104. The directive mandates the installation of a serviceable ELAC B L103+ to ensure continued safe flight control operation.

Nov 28, 2025
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A319Airbus A320Airbus A321

EASA AD US-2025-24-02

Landing Gear - Main Landing Gear Brake Hydraulic Hoses - Inspection

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2025-24-02 addresses certain Boeing 737-700, -800, -900, and -900ER series airplanes. This directive mandates inspections and tests of the main landing gear brake hydraulic hoses and wheel speed transducer wiring to correct installation errors that could affect braking performance. The directive aims to prevent runway excursions caused by loss of braking due to crossed hydraulic hoses and interchanged transducer wires.

Nov 28, 2025
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 737

EASA SIB 2025-09

Potential de-/anti-icing fluids offered at European airports not-fully conforming to their initial qualification

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2025-09 addresses concerns about potential de-icing and anti-icing fluids offered at European airports that may not fully conform to their initial qualification standards. This bulletin is relevant to aeroplane operators and de-icing service providers using these fluids, but it does not target specific aircraft types or engine models. It highlights possible discrepancies in fluid performance that could affect holdover times and aerodynamic characteristics under certain environmental conditions.

Nov 28, 2025
Safety Information BulletinFlight OpsSafety Mgmt

EASA AD BR-2018-07-01R2

Landing Gear - Pintle Pins of the Main Landing Gear Shock Struts - Inspection

Brazilian Airworthiness Directive AD No. 2018-07-01R2 mandates inspection of the Pintle Pins on the Main Landing Gear Shock Struts for Embraer S.A. ERJ 190-100 and ERJ 190-200 series airplanes. This directive addresses corrosion and chromium layer chipping issues on the forward and rearward Pintle Pins that could lead to landing gear collapse during takeoff or landing. The AD requires detailed inspections and corrective actions as specified in Embraer Service Bulletin Nº 190-32-0065, revision 05.

Nov 27, 2025
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtEmbraer ERJ 190

EASA AD 2023-0073R2

Electrical Power — DC Starter Generator — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0073R2 is an updated regulation addressing inspection requirements for DC starter generators installed on SAAB SF340A and SAAB 340B aeroplanes. It targets affected DC starter generators with Part Number 23080-031 Mod M and brushes Part Number 23080-2017 manufactured between 2021 and November 2023. The directive mandates inspections to detect excessive brush wear that could lead to starter generator failure and loss of electrical power.

Nov 26, 2025
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtSaab Ab 340

EASA AD 2025-0264

Main Rotor — Scissors Spherical Bearings — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2025-0264 is an airworthiness directive issued for Airbus Helicopters H160-B models concerning the inspection of main rotor scissors spherical bearings, specifically part number U623A40T1007. The directive mandates inspections of both rotating and non-rotating scissors spherical bearings to detect excessive axial play that could compromise helicopter control. It applies to all serial numbers of the H160-B helicopter and includes detailed inspection intervals and corrective actions.

Nov 26, 2025
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters H160

EASA AD US-2025-23-53

Nacelles / Pylons - Suspension of Flight Operations

Nacelles / Pylons - Suspension of Flight Operations is a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Emergency Airworthiness Directive (AD 2025-23-53) addressing a critical safety issue affecting The Boeing Company Model MD-11, MD-11F, MD-10-10F, MD-10-30F, DC-10-10, DC-10-10F, DC-10-15, DC-10-30, DC-10-30F (KC-10A and KDC-10), DC-10-40, and DC-10-40F airplanes. This AD mandates immediate inspection and corrective actions due to an unsafe condition where the left-hand engine and pylon detached during takeoff. The directive prohibits further flight until compliance is achieved to ensure continued safe flight and landing.

Nov 26, 2025
Airworthiness DirectiveFlight OpsMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing DC-10Boeing MD-10Boeing MD-11

EASA AD 2025-0260

Rotors Flight Control — Ball Bearing Control System — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2025-0260 is an airworthiness directive addressing the ball bearing control system in the rotors flight control of Airbus Helicopters Deutschland GmbH EC135 and EC635 helicopter models. It applies to all serial numbers up to 1999 inclusive and mandates inspections of specific ball pivot and control rod parts to ensure continued airworthiness. The directive introduces inspection requirements to prevent loss of tail rotor control due to broken control rods in the yaw actuator assembly.

Nov 25, 2025
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters EC135Airbus Helicopters 635

EASA AD 2025-0262-E

Tail Rotor Drive — Centre Shaft Assembly — Inspection / Replacement / Life Limitations

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2025-0262-E is an emergency directive addressing the inspection, replacement, and life limitations of the tail rotor drive centre shaft assembly, Part Number 350A34021401, installed on Airbus Helicopters EC 130 T2 and EC 130 B4 models. This directive mandates repetitive inspections and replacement requirements to ensure the continued airworthiness of affected helicopters. It applies to all serial numbers of the specified EC 130 helicopter models.

Nov 25, 2025
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters AS 350Airbus Helicopters EC 130

EASA AD 2021-0291R2

Doors — Passenger Door Stop Screw — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0291R2 is an updated safety directive addressing inspection requirements for passenger door stop screws on Airbus A350-941 and A350-1041 aeroplanes. It mandates repetitive general visual inspections of the door stop screws to detect missing or damaged screw heads, which could compromise the aircraft's structural integrity. The directive applies to all serial numbers except those with specific Airbus modifications that optimize the door stop screw design.

Nov 24, 2025
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A350

EASA AD CF-2025-21R1

Main Rotor — Expandable Blade Bolt incorrect heat treatment

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2025-21R1 addresses an issue with expandable blade bolts, part number 406-310-103-103, installed on Bell Textron Canada Limited model 407 and 427 helicopters. The directive identifies that some bolts may have incorrect heat treatment, which could lead to stress corrosion cracking and potential main rotor blade detachment. This directive mandates inspection and replacement of affected bolts to ensure continued airworthiness.

Nov 24, 2025
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBell 407Bell 427

EASA AD 2025-0259

Pneumatic — Trent XWB Engine Bleed Air Supply System T-Duct — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2025-0259 is issued for Airbus A350-941 and A350-1041 aeroplanes equipped with any Trent XWB engines, focusing on the replacement of the Trent XWB Engine Bleed Air Supply System T-Duct with part number RR03-11011-001. This directive addresses a potential unsafe condition caused by manufacturing non-conformance that may lead to cracking and air leakage in the T-Duct, risking uncontained engine failure or uncontrolled engine fire. The AD mandates replacement of affected parts and restricts installation of certain parts on specific engine models.

Nov 24, 2025
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A350

EASA AD 2025-0251

Structure — Structural Parts — Replacement / Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2025-0251 is issued for Airbus A330-343 aircraft, specifically those with manufacturer serial number 791 modified by EASA Supplemental Type Certificate STC 10063798 for passenger to freighter conversion. This directive addresses potential structural integrity issues due to incorrect heat treatment of certain structural parts identified as Group 1 and Group 2. The directive mandates replacement and inspection actions to ensure continued airworthiness.

Nov 24, 2025
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A330

EASA AD 2025-0257

Engine — Rear Engine Mount Screws — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2025-0257 is a safety directive addressing Continental Aerospace Technologies GmbH Centurion 3.0 engines, specifically those installed on Diamond DA 50 C aeroplanes among others. It mandates a one-time inspection and re-tightening of the four rear engine mount screws to prevent potential engine disconnection from the aircraft structure. This directive applies to engines with specific serial numbers listed in the document.

Nov 21, 2025
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtContinental Aerospace Technologies, Gmbh CENTURION 3.0

EASA AD 2025-0258

Landing Gear — Nose Landing Gear Sliding Tube — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2025-0258 is an airworthiness directive addressing the nose landing gear sliding tube on Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aeroplanes. It mandates inspection of specific nose landing gear sliding tubes with part number 50-3752016-00 and certain serial numbers for overheat damage and cracks. The directive applies to all affected serial numbers listed and requires corrective actions if discrepancies are found.

Nov 21, 2025
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A318Airbus A319Airbus A320Airbus A321

EASA AD CF-2025-56

Equipment/Furnishings — Structural Degradation of Galley Panel Assemblies

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2025-56 addresses structural degradation issues in galley panel assemblies on Bombardier BD-700-2A12 aircraft, serial numbers 70006 through 70215. The directive mandates inspections for corrosion and water damage on specific galley panels due to reports of corrosion caused by water ingress from missing silicone sealant. This AD aims to ensure the structural integrity of galley panels and occupant safety during high load events.

Nov 20, 2025
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBombardier BD-700

EASA AD CF-2025-59

Fuselage — Tailboom — Tailboom Attachment Hardware Fracture

The Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2025-59 addresses a critical safety issue involving Bell Textron Canada Limited model 407 helicopters. It mandates inspections and maintenance actions related to the tailboom attachment hardware, specifically focusing on the upper left longeron assembly and associated bolts to prevent tailboom separation during flight. This directive applies to all serial numbers of the Bell 407 helicopter.

Nov 20, 2025
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBell 407