EASA Regulations & Airworthiness Directives

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EASA AD 2022-0094

Pneumatic — Air Conditioning / Engine Bleed Air System — Software Update; Airplane Flight Manual / Master Minimum Equipment List — Air Conditioning / Engine Bleed Air System — Amendment; Pneumatic — Engine Bleed Air Supply Over-pressure Valve — Replacement; Ice and Rain Protection — Anti-ice Control Unit — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0094 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes. It addresses issues related to the pneumatic air conditioning and engine bleed air systems, including software updates, replacement of engine bleed air supply over-pressure valves, and replacement of anti-ice control units. The directive also amends the Airplane Flight Manual and Master Minimum Equipment List for these systems.

May 25, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A380Airbus A380-841Airbus A380-842Airbus A380-861

EASA AD US-2022-06-06

Flight Controls - Rudder Pedal Cover Assembly Fasteners - Modification

Federal Aviation Administration Airworthiness Directive 2022-06-06 is a final rule addressing certain Boeing 737 series airplanes, including models 737-600, -700, -700C, -800, -900, -900ER, 737-8, and 737-9. It mandates modifications to the rudder pedal cover and shroud assemblies to prevent fasteners from loosening and interfering with rudder pedal operation. This directive aims to enhance flight control safety by ensuring reliable rudder pedal function.

May 24, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 737

EASA AD 2022-0092

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2025-0149

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0092 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency concerning PZL W-3A and W-3AS model helicopters equipped with main gearboxes part numbers 64.21.3000 and 64.21.4000. The directive mandates repetitive engine vibration level measurements to detect potential unsafe conditions related to increased pinion gear play and bearing damage that could lead to oil leaks and fire hazards. This AD applies to all manufacturer serial numbers of the affected helicopter models.

May 24, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtWsk Pzl-Swidnik PZL W-3APZL W-3APZL W-3AS

EASA AD US-2022-09-14

Air - Operability Bleed Valve - Inspection / Replacement

Airworthiness Directive 2022-09-14 is a final rule issued by the Federal Aviation Administration addressing General Electric Company CF34-8C and CF34-8E model turbofan engines. It mandates inspections and replacements related to the operability bleed valve (OBV) components to prevent fuel leaks and potential engine fires. This directive applies to specific OBV part numbers installed on these engine models.

May 23, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtGeneral Electric CF34-8

EASA SIB AIR-22-09R1

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.

May 23, 2022
Safety Information BulletinFlight OpsSafety MgmtBoeing 777Boeing 787

EASA AD BR-2022-05-04

Navigation - Primary Flight Displays - Software Installation

Brazilian Airworthiness Directive AD No. 2022-05-04 issued by ANAC mandates software updates for Honeywell Primus EPIC systems installed on Embraer S.A. ERJ 190100 and ERJ 190200 series aircraft. This directive addresses uncommanded barometric reference settings affecting primary flight displays across multiple ERJ 190 variants. The directive applies to all serial numbers equipped with specific software versions up to 25.8 and 27.1 through 27.3.

May 23, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtEmbraer ERJ 190Embraer ERJ 190100Embraer ERJ 190200

EASA AD BR-2022-05-03

Navigation - Primary Flight Displays - Software Installation

Brazilian Airworthiness Directive 2022-05-03 is an official regulatory document issued by the Agência Nacional de Aviação Civil (ANAC) that applies to Embraer S.A. ERJ 170 series airplanes equipped with Honeywell Primus EPIC software versions up to 25.8 or versions 27.1 through 27.3. The directive mandates software updates to address safety concerns related to the primary flight displays. It ensures continued airworthiness and safe operation of affected aircraft registered in Brazil.

May 23, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtEmbraer ERJ 170

EASA AD CF-2022-27

Engine — Compressor Section — Impeller Fracture due to Machining Step

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2022-27 addresses a safety issue in Pratt & Whitney Canada JT15D-1, JT15D-1A, and JT15D-1B engines with impeller part number 3020365 installed. The directive mandates inspection of the engine compressor impeller for fractures caused by machining steps that can lead to uncontained engine failure. This directive applies to engines built before Service Bulletin 7151 and requires corrective actions to prevent potential in-flight engine damage.

May 20, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtPratt & Whitney Canada JT15D

EASA AD US-2022-08-10

Propellers - Blades - Inspection / Replacement

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2022-08-10 addresses safety concerns for Hamilton Sundstrand Corporation 54H model propellers, specifically those with 54H60 model propeller hubs. This final rule mandates inspections and potential replacement of propeller blades to prevent failures caused by corrosion and cracking. The directive applies to propellers installed on aircraft such as the US Marine Corps Reserve KC-130T and other affected operators.

May 20, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtHamilton Sundstrand 54HLockheed KC-130T

EASA AD 2022-0091

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2024-0030

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0091 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aeroplanes. It mandates compliance with updated maintenance tasks and airworthiness limitations as specified in the Airbus Airworthiness Limitations Section (ALS) Part 3 Revision 08. This directive ensures continued airworthiness by requiring operators to follow the latest approved maintenance program revisions.

May 20, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A318Airbus A319Airbus A320Airbus A321

EASA AD 2021-0107R2

Wings — Lower Main Wing Spar Caps — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0107R2 is an updated safety directive addressing inspection requirements for the lower main wing spar caps on Piper Aircraft, Inc. PA-28 and PA-32 aeroplanes. It mandates inspections to detect fatigue cracks in the lower main wing spar caps, which could lead to wing separation if undetected. The directive applies to multiple PA-28 and PA-32 models with specific serial numbers and includes detailed definitions and inspection procedures.

May 20, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtPiper Aircraft PA-28 (Archer)Piper Aircraft PA-28 (Cadet)Piper Aircraft PA-28 (Cherokee)Piper Aircraft PA-28 (Warrior)Piper Aircraft PA-28R (Arrow)Piper Aircraft PA-32 (Cherokee Six)Piper Aircraft PA-32R (Lance)Piper PA-28Piper PA-32

EASA AD 2022-0090

Doors — Airbus Cabin Flex / Overwing Emergency Exit Slide Release Mechanism — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0090 is an airworthiness directive addressing Airbus A321-251NX, A321-252NX, A321-253NX, A321-271NX, and A321-272NX aeroplanes equipped with the Airbus Cabin Flex overwing emergency exit slide release mechanism. It mandates inspection of the slide release mechanism cable lockwire and junction to ensure proper installation and functionality. This directive aims to prevent failure of emergency slide deployment during evacuations.

May 18, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A321

EASA AD CF-2022-26

Engine Bleed Air — Bleed-Off Valve Failure to Close

Airworthiness Directive CF-2022-26 addresses a safety issue with Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6E-67XP engines, specifically those with serial numbers HP0194 and earlier. The directive focuses on the failure of engine bleed air bleed-off valves (BOVs) to close properly, which can cause engines to fail to achieve required power during high power applications. This directive supersedes previous AD CF-2021-37 and mandates inspections, cleaning, and design modifications to improve valve reliability.

May 18, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtPratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-67

EASA AD 2022-0088

Hydraulic Power — Yellow Fire Shut Off Valve Grounding Wiring — Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0088 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A350-941 aeroplanes with manufacturer serial numbers from 0006 to 0044 inclusive. The directive addresses a modification related to the hydraulic power system, specifically the grounding wiring of the yellow engine fire shut off valve. It mandates changes to ensure the safety and reliability of the engine fire shut off valve wiring.

May 17, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A350Airbus A350-941

EASA AD 2022-0089

Power Plant — Aft Engine Mount Secondary Load Path — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0089 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A321-251N, A321-251NX, A321-252N, A321-252NX, A321-253N, and A321-253NX aeroplanes. It mandates repetitive detailed inspections of the aft engine mount secondary load path to detect potential failures. The directive aims to prevent engine mount rupture that could lead to engine loss and loss of aircraft control.

May 17, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A321Airbus A321-251NAirbus A321-251NXAirbus A321-252NAirbus A321-252NXAirbus A321-253NAirbus A321-253NX

EASA AD 2020-0236-CN

CANCELLED: Equipment / Furnishings — Emergency Escape Slide / Raft Inflation Reservoir — Pressure Check

EASA Airworthiness Directive Cancellation Notice 2020-0236-CN is a cancellation notice issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency for Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aeroplanes. It addresses the emergency escape slide and raft inflation reservoir pressure check requirements previously mandated due to a manufacturing defect in rupture disk assemblies. The cancellation removes the need for repetitive pressure checks on affected parts following updated risk assessments and corrective actions by the manufacturer.

May 16, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A318Airbus A319Airbus A320Airbus A321

EASA AD 2022-0087

Fuel — Engine Fuel Supply Hoses — Inspection / Modification / Re-tightening

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-00087 is an airworthiness directive addressing Airbus Helicopters EC 225 LP models. It focuses on inspection, modification, and re-tightening requirements for the left-hand side engine fuel supply hoses, specifically part numbers 704A34416087 and the improved 704A34416101. The directive aims to prevent fuel flow restrictions caused by twisted hoses that could lead to engine power loss.

May 16, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters SA 330Airbus Helicopters AS 332Airbus Helicopters EC 225Airbus Helicopters EC 225 LP

EASA AD CF-2021-22R1

SUPERSEDED BY TCCA AD CF-2023-66

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2021-22R1 addresses corrosion issues on the main landing gear (MLG) lower spindle pin of Airbus Canada Limited Partnership BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11 aircraft. This directive mandates inspections and necessary repairs or replacements to prevent potential failure of this critical structural component. It applies to all serial numbers of the specified aircraft models.

May 16, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus BD-500 (A220 Series)Airbus Canada BD-500-1A10Airbus Canada BD-500-1A11

EASA AD CF-2007-10R2

Flight Controls — Flaps Failure

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2007-10R2 addresses flight control flap failures on MHI RJ Aviation ULC model CL-600-2B19 aircraft, serial numbers 7003 through 7990 and 8000 onwards. The directive mandates changes to the Airplane Flight Manual, operational procedures, training, and maintenance actions to mitigate risks associated with flap malfunctions, which can lead to increased landing distances and fuel consumption during diversions.

May 13, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveFlight OpsMaintenanceTrainingSafety MgmtMHI RJ Aviation CL-600 (Regional Jet)MHI RJ Aviation ULC CL-600-2B19