EASA Regulations & Airworthiness Directives

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EASA AD 2021-0278R1

Aug 11, 2022

Powerplant — 12AK Clutch — Prohibition of Flights

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0278R1 is a regulatory update addressing safety concerns for Stemme S10-VT and Stemme S12 powered sailplanes equipped with the freewheel clutch Part Number 12AK. The directive prohibits flight operations of powered sailplanes with affected clutches due to risks of clutch slipping and overheating, which could lead to total loss of thrust and potential loss of control. It applies to all serial numbers of these aircraft models and mandates compliance with Stemme AG Service Bulletin P062-980058 revisions.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Stemme Ag S10
  • Stemme Ag S12
  • Stemme S10-VT
  • Stemme S12

EASA AD 2022-0166

Aug 11, 2022

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks — Airworthiness Limitations Section — Amendment

The document titled 'Time Limits / Maintenance Checks — Airworthiness Limitations Section — Amendment' is an amendment related to the Dassault Aviation Mystère-Falcon 50 aircraft. It addresses updates to the airworthiness limitations section, specifically concerning time limits and maintenance checks for this aircraft type.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Dassault Mystère-Falcon 50
  • Dassault Mystère-Falcon 50

EASA AD CF-2022-42

Aug 10, 2022

Fire Protection — Lavatory Smoke Detector — Operational Check of the Lavatory Smoke Detector

The Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2022-42 addresses fire protection by mandating operational checks of lavatory smoke detectors on MHI RJ Aviation ULC model CL-600-2B19, CL-600-2C10, CL-600-2C11, CL-600-2D15, CL-600-2D24, and CL-600-2E25 aircraft. This directive updates maintenance requirements to replace daily flight crew testing with maintenance-performed operational checks. It aims to ensure timely detection of smoke or fire in lavatories by revising inspection intervals and procedures.

Airworthiness Directive
  • MHI RJ Aviation CL-600 (Regional Jet)
  • MHI RJ Aviation ULC CL-600-2B19
  • MHI RJ Aviation ULC CL-600-2C10
  • MHI RJ Aviation ULC CL-600-2C11
  • MHI RJ Aviation ULC CL-600-2D15
  • MHI RJ Aviation ULC CL-600-2D24
  • MHI RJ Aviation ULC CL-600-2E25

EASA AD CF-2022-43

Aug 10, 2022

Fire Protection — Visual Check of the Engine and Auxiliary Power Unit Fire Extinguishing Bottle Pressure Gauges — Airworthiness Limitations Implementation

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2022-43 mandates enhanced fire protection checks for MHI RJ Aviation ULC model CL-600 series aircraft, including CL-600-2C10, CL-600-2C11, CL-600-2D15, CL-600-2D24, and CL-600-2E25. The directive requires visual inspections of engine and Auxiliary Power Unit (APU) fire extinguishing bottle pressure gauges to ensure fire suppression capability. This directive implements new airworthiness limitations to maintain safety standards.

Airworthiness Directive
  • MHI RJ Aviation CL-600 (Regional Jet)
  • MHI RJ Aviation ULC CL-600-2C10
  • MHI RJ Aviation ULC CL-600-2C11
  • MHI RJ Aviation ULC CL-600-2D15
  • MHI RJ Aviation ULC CL-600-2D24
  • MHI RJ Aviation ULC CL-600-2E25

EASA AD G-2022-0015

Aug 10, 2022

Undercarriage — Main Landing Gear Shock Absorber Bolts — Inspection (Records)/Replacement

Civil Aviation Authority Airworthiness Directive G-2022-0015 addresses the inspection and replacement of main landing gear shock absorber bolts on BAe ATP aeroplanes. This directive mandates reviewing maintenance records and replacing bolts based on accumulated landings to prevent structural failure. It applies to all BAe ATP aircraft serial numbers and references BAE Systems Service Bulletin ATP-32-109 Revision 1 for detailed instructions.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Bae Systems (Operations) ATP
  • BAe ATP

EASA AD 2022-0025R2

Aug 9, 2022

Landing Gear — Main and Centre Landing Gear Bogie Pivot Pins — Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0025R2 is an updated regulatory requirement addressing inspection and replacement of main and centre landing gear bogie pivot pins on Airbus A330 and A340 aeroplanes. It applies to all manufacturer serial numbers of specified A330 and A340 models and mandates detailed visual inspections and corrective actions to detect and mitigate cracking and corrosion issues in the bogie pivot pins and bushes. The directive also defines serviceable parts, inspection procedures, and modification options to ensure continued airworthiness.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A330
  • Airbus A340

EASA AD 2022-0164

Aug 9, 2022

Power Plant — Engine Mount Bolts — Inspection; Fuselage — Centre Fuselage Main Spar Bolts — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0164 is an airworthiness directive issued by EASA affecting Sonaca Aircraft S.A. S2 aeroplanes, specifically the Sonaca S200 and S201 models with certain manufacturer serial numbers. The directive mandates inspection of engine mount bolts (P/N AN5-6A) and centre fuselage main spar bolts (P/N MS21250H06) due to potential incorrect torque application during assembly. This inspection aims to ensure structural integrity and prevent possible loss of control of the aircraft.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Sonaca Aircraft S2
  • Sonaca S200
  • Sonaca S201

EASA AD 2022-0163-E

Aug 5, 2022

Flight Controls — Flap Control Rods — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0163-E is an emergency directive addressing flap control rod failures on CEAPR DR400 series aeroplanes, specifically models DR400/120, DR400/140B, DR400/160, DR400/180, and DR400/180R with certain serial numbers. The directive targets flap control rods with part numbers 16.11.08.000 and 16.18.22.010 from specific batches that have a welding defect. This AD mandates replacement of affected flap control rods to ensure continued safe operation.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Ceapr DR 400
  • CEAPR DR400/120
  • CEAPR DR400/140B
  • CEAPR DR400/160
  • CEAPR DR400/180
  • CEAPR DR400/180R

EASA AD US-2022-15-09

Aug 5, 2022

Fuselage - Fuselage Frame Web - Inspection

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2022-15-09 supersedes AD 2019-23-06 and applies to certain Boeing 757-200, -200CB, and -300 series airplanes. It mandates inspections of the fuselage frame web fastener holes at body station 1640, including visual and high frequency eddy current (HFEC) inspections, to detect cracks and previous repairs. The directive addresses structural integrity concerns related to cracks that could compromise airplane safety.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Boeing 757200200CB300

EASA AD 2022-0161-E

Aug 4, 2022

Aeroplane Flight Manual — Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0161-E is an emergency directive affecting Dassault Aviation Falcon 7X aeroplanes, including those modified to Falcon 8X standard. It mandates an amendment to the Aeroplane Flight Manual to address a potential unsafe condition related to the inboard slats during landing. The directive ensures flight crews are informed and can safely operate the aircraft despite the slats possibly remaining retracted.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Dassault Falcon 7X
  • Dassault Falcon 8X

EASA AD 2022-0159-CN

Aug 4, 2022

CANCELLED: Communications — Passenger Address System / Cabin Intercommunication Data System — Director 1 Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive Cancellation Notice 2022-0159-CN cancels the previous DGAC France AD 90-076-008(B) R1 related to the replacement of the Passenger Address System / Cabin Intercommunication Data System Director 1 on Airbus A320-211 and A320-231 aeroplanes equipped with CIDS Step 3. This cancellation confirms that all affected aircraft have been upgraded to CIDS Step 4, resolving the previous safety concern. The notice applies specifically to Airbus A320 models with Director 1 Part Number Z010H0002110.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A320

EASA AD 2022-0160-CN

Aug 4, 2022

CANCELLED: Equipment / Furnishings — Overwing Escape Slide — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive Cancellation Notice 2022-0160-CN cancels the previous DGAC France AD 91-153-018 related to the inspection of overwing escape slides on Airbus A320-211, A320-212, and A320-231 aeroplanes. This cancellation applies to aircraft with manufacturer serial numbers 002 to 162 inclusive, 167, and 171 to 174 inclusive. The notice confirms that the previously required one-time inspection of the overwing escape slide actuating cables is no longer necessary due to improved maintenance practices.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A320

EASA AD 2022-0157

Aug 4, 2022

Fuel — Engine / Auxiliary Power Unit Low Pressure Shut-Off Valves and Auxiliary Power Unit Isolation Valve — Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0157 is an airworthiness directive issued by EASA affecting Airbus A350-941 and A350-1041 aeroplanes. It addresses potential fuel leakage risks associated with specific low pressure shut-off valves (LP SOV) and isolation shut-off valves (ISOV) on the engine and Auxiliary Power Unit (APU). The directive mandates inspection and replacement of affected valves to ensure continued airworthiness.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A3509411041

EASA AD 2022-0158

Aug 4, 2022

Landing Gear – Nose and Main Landing Gear Actuators – Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0158 addresses corrosion issues found on the main and nose landing gear electro-mechanical actuators of Pilatus PC-12/47E aeroplanes, specifically those with manufacturer serial numbers 1300, 1451, and subsequent. The directive mandates replacement of affected landing gear actuators to prevent potential failure. It applies to parts with specific part numbers and provides definitions for affected and serviceable parts.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Pilatus Aircraft PC-12
  • Pilatus PC-12/47E

EASA AD 2022-0156

Aug 2, 2022

Pneumatic — Bleed Gimbals at Wing to Pylon Interfaces — Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0156 is an airworthiness directive addressing a welding quality issue in the bleed gimbals at the wing to pylon interfaces on Airbus A350-941 and A350-1041 aeroplanes. The affected parts include specific bleed duct assemblies and bleed gimbals with certain part numbers manufactured before week 51 of 2016. This directive mandates inspection and replacement of affected parts to prevent hot bleed air leakage and potential structural damage.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A3509411041

EASA AD US-2022-16-01

Aug 2, 2022

Windows - NORDAM Passenger Windows - Inspections / Replacement

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2022-16-01 supersedes AD 2022-08-07 and addresses safety concerns related to NORDAM passenger windows with PMA part number NP00038-3 installed on Embraer S.A. Model ERJ 170 and ERJ 190 series airplanes. This directive requires inspections for cracks, replacement of cracked windows, and prohibits installation of the affected parts to prevent potential rapid decompression and passenger injury.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Embraer ERJ 170
  • Embraer ERJ 190

EASA AD 2022-0155

Aug 1, 2022

Fuselage — Lower Fuselage Truss — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0155 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Vulcanair V1.0 series aeroplanes, specifically serial numbers 1001 to 1034 except 1008 and 1019. The directive mandates inspections of the lower fuselage truss to detect missing sealant, missing rivet stems, and corrosion to ensure continued structural integrity.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Vulcanair V1
  • Vulcanair V1.0

EASA AD US-2022-16-03

Aug 1, 2022

Ignition - Magneto Roller Bearings - Inspection / Replacement

Federal Aviation Administration Airworthiness Directive 2022-16-03 is a final rule addressing certain Continental Aerospace Technologies, Inc., Lycoming Engines, and Textron Lycoming/Subsidiary of Textron, Inc. reciprocating engines. It targets magnetos with improperly lubricated roller bearings that may overheat and seize, affecting engine performance and safety. The directive applies to multiple engine series including Continental GTSIO-520, IO-346, IO-470, IO-520, IO-550, LTSIO-520, O-470, TSIO-520, TSIOL-550, Lycoming AEIO, AIO, GO, GSO, HIO, IGO, IGSO, IO, LIO, LTIO, O, TIGO, TIO, TVO, VO series, and Textron Lycoming IO-720 engines.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Continental Aerospace Technologies, GTSIO-520
  • Continental Aerospace Technologies, IO-346
  • Continental Aerospace Technologies, IO-470
  • Continental Aerospace Technologies, IO-520
  • Continental Aerospace Technologies, IO-550
  • Continental Aerospace Technologies, LTSIO-520
  • Continental Aerospace Technologies, O-470
  • Continental Aerospace Technologies, TSIO-520
  • Continental Aerospace Technologies, TSIOL-550
  • Lycoming Engines AEIO-320
  • Lycoming Engines AEIO-360
  • Lycoming Engines AEIO-540
  • Lycoming Engines AIO-320
  • Lycoming Engines AIO-360
  • Lycoming Engines GO-480
  • Lycoming Engines GSO-480
  • Lycoming Engines HIO-360
  • Lycoming Engines HIO-540
  • Lycoming Engines IGO-480
  • Lycoming Engines IGO-540
  • Lycoming Engines IGSO-480
  • Lycoming Engines IGSO-540
  • Lycoming Engines IO-320
  • Lycoming Engines IO-360
  • Lycoming Engines IO-540
  • Lycoming Engines IO-720
  • Lycoming Engines LIO-360
  • Lycoming Engines LTIO-540
  • Lycoming Engines O-235
  • Lycoming Engines O-320
  • Lycoming Engines O-360
  • Lycoming Engines O-540
  • Lycoming Engines TIGO-541
  • Lycoming Engines TIO-360
  • Lycoming Engines TIO-540
  • Lycoming Engines TIO-541
  • Lycoming Engines TVO-435
  • Lycoming Engines VO-435
  • Lycoming Engines VO-540

EASA AD CF-2021-32R1

Aug 1, 2022

Oxygen — Third Crew Member Oxygen Mask — Introduction of Chafing Protection for Flex Hose and Rerouting of Electrical Harness

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2021-32R1 addresses safety concerns on MHI RJ Aviation ULC model CL-600-2B19 aircraft related to the third crew member oxygen mask. It mandates the introduction of chafing protection for the oxygen supply flex hose and rerouting of the electrical harness to prevent potential oxygen-fed fires in the observer's oxygen mask stowage compartment. This directive updates and supersedes the previous AD CF-2021-32.

Airworthiness Directive
  • MHI RJ Aviation CL-600 (Regional Jet)
  • MHI RJ Aviation ULC CL-600-2B19

EASA AD 2022-0154

Aug 1, 2022

Tail Rotor – Damper Bracket – Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0154 is an airworthiness directive issued for Leonardo S.p.A. AB139 and AW139 helicopters. It addresses the inspection and potential replacement of tail rotor damper bracket assemblies with part number 3G6420A06131 due to detected cracks caused by stress corrosion. The directive mandates repetitive inspections and corrective actions to ensure continued safe operation of affected helicopters.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AB139
  • Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AW139
  • Leonardo AB139
  • Leonardo AW139