EASA Regulations & Airworthiness Directives

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EASA AD G-2022-0009

SURVITEC GROUP LIMITED — Lifejackets Type 102 Mk 3 and Mk 4, Type 105 Mk 1 — Inspection

Civil Aviation Authority Airworthiness Directive G-2022-0009 addresses inspection requirements for Survitec Group Limited lifejackets Type 102 Mk 3, 102 Mk 4, and 105 Mk 1 used on aircraft. The directive applies to lifejackets manufactured between 1 October 2018 and 30 April 2019 and aims to ensure correct lifejacket packing and usage for adults, crew, and infants.

Apr 25, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveSafety MgmtMaintenance

EASA AD 2016-0004R1

Engine Fuel & Control — Hydro-Mechanical Metering Unit — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2016-0004R1 is an updated regulation addressing inspection requirements for the Hydro-Mechanical Metering Unit (HMU) on SAFRAN Helicopter Engines ARRIEL 2D engines, commonly installed on Airbus Helicopters AS 350 B3 and EC 130 T2 models. The directive mandates repetitive inspections and, if necessary, replacement of HMU components to prevent low fuel pressure warnings and potential engine shutdowns. It excludes engines with the post-mod TU 231 HMU from inspection requirements.

Apr 22, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtSafran ARRIEL 2Airbus Helicopters AS 350 B3Airbus Helicopters EC 130 T2

EASA AD US-2022-07-07

Equipment / Furnishings - Passenger Service Units, Life Vest Panels and Video Panel Lanyard Assemblies - Installation

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airworthiness Directive 2022-07-07 addresses certain Boeing 757-200, -200CB, and -300 series airplanes. This directive mandates the installation of lanyard assemblies on passenger service units (PSUs), life vest panels, and video panels to prevent these components from detaching during survivable accidents. The directive aims to enhance cabin safety by reducing the risk of injury and facilitating evacuation.

Apr 22, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 757Boeing 757-200Boeing 757-200CBBoeing 757-300

EASA AD CF-2022-23

Equipment / Furnishings — Removal of Inflation Valve Safety Pin from Passenger and Service Door Escape Slides

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2022-23 is an emergency directive addressing the removal of the inflation valve safety pin from passenger and service door escape slides on Airbus Canada Limited Partnership aircraft models BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11. This directive applies to specific serial numbers of these models and aims to ensure proper deployment of escape slides during emergency evacuations. The directive mandates inspection and removal of the safety pin from the nitrogen bottles of forward and aft passenger and service door escape slides.

Apr 22, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus BD-500 (A220 Series)Airbus Canada BD-500-1A10Airbus Canada BD-500-1A11

EASA AD 2014-0213R1

Fuselage — Section 19 Upper Cross Fitting Upper Beam Inner Cap Joints — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2014-0213R1 is a regulatory document addressing inspection requirements for the upper beam inner cap joints of the Section 19 upper cross fitting on Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes, excluding those with Airbus modification 77140. The directive mandates repetitive special detailed inspections to ensure structural integrity and prevent unsafe conditions related to fatigue in this critical fuselage area.

Apr 22, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A380

EASA AD CF-2022-20

Fire Protection — Fire Extinguisher — Replacement of the Cargo Bay Fire Extinguisher Container Pressure Switch/Gauge Assembly

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2022-20 addresses fire protection concerns on MHI RJ Aviation ULC model CL-600-2C10, CL-600-2C11, CL-600-2D15, CL-600-2D24, and CL-600-2E25 aircraft. It mandates the replacement of cargo bay fire extinguisher container pressure switch/gauge assemblies manufactured before March 2020. This directive aims to ensure accurate pressure readings to maintain fire suppression effectiveness in cargo bays.

Apr 21, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtMHI RJ Aviation CL-600 (Regional Jet)MHI RJ Aviation ULC CL-600-2C10MHI RJ Aviation ULC CL-600-2C11MHI RJ Aviation ULC CL-600-2D15MHI RJ Aviation ULC CL-600-2D24MHI RJ Aviation ULC CL-600-2E25

EASA AD 2022-0070

Fuselage — Stubwing Bay Area Skin — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0070 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting all Fokker F28 Mark 0070 and Mark 0100 aeroplanes. It mandates inspections of the fuselage stubwing bay area skin to detect cracks related to heat damage repairs. The directive aims to ensure continued structural integrity of the affected aircraft.

Apr 21, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtFokker F28Fokker F28 Mark 0070Fokker F28 Mark 0100

EASA AD US-2022-07-03

Rotors Flight Control - Collective Lever - Replacement / Life Limitation

Federal Register Volume 87, Number 56 (March 23, 2022) Airworthiness Directive 2022-07-03 is a final rule issued by the FAA addressing Bell Textron Inc. Model 412, 412EP, and 412CF helicopters. It requires adding a permanent hours time-in-service (TIS) penalty to certain collective levers due to fatigue life concerns identified during evaluation of helicopters equipped with the Strake and FastFin system. The directive prohibits installation of collective levers unless the penalty has been applied to ensure continued airworthiness.

Apr 21, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBell Textron Inc. (Bti) 412Bell 412Bell 412EPBell 412CF

EASA AD CF-2022-18

SUPERSEDED BY TCCA AD CF-2022-58

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2022-18 is issued by Transport Canada and applies to Airbus Canada Limited Partnership aeroplanes Model BD-500-1A10 (serial numbers R50001 and subsequent) and Model BD-500-1A11 (serial numbers 55001 and subsequent). This directive mandates the incorporation of updated Airworthiness Limitations (AWL) from Issue No. 014.00 into the approved maintenance schedules for these aircraft models. The directive ensures continued airworthiness by enforcing compliance with the latest maintenance tasks and limitations.

Apr 21, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus BD-500 (A220 Series)Airbus Canada BD-500-1A10Airbus Canada BD-500-1A11

EASA AD CF-2022-19

Auxiliary Power Unit — Tailcone Upper Firewall Cracking

The Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2022-19 addresses cracking in the upper firewall of the tailcone related to the Auxiliary Power Unit (APU) on Bombardier BD-100-1A10 aircraft with serial numbers 20003 to 20916. This directive mandates inspections and corrective actions to ensure structural integrity and electrical grounding safety. It specifically targets the replacement of the rigid grounding braid with a flexible exhaust connection cable to prevent firewall cracks.

Apr 20, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBombardier BD-100Bombardier BD-100-1A10

EASA AD US-2022-07-13

Engine Oil - Air/Oil Heat Exchanger - Inspection / Replacement

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2022-07-13 addresses Pratt & Whitney Division turbofan engines models PW4074, PW4074D, PW4077, PW4077D, PW4084D, PW4090, and PW4090-3. This directive mandates inspection and possible replacement of the air/oil heat exchanger due to corrosion-related leaks that have caused in-flight shutdowns, particularly affecting Boeing 777 aircraft powered by these engines.

Apr 20, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtPratt & Whitney PW4070Pratt & Whitney PW4080Pratt & Whitney PW4090Boeing 777

EASA AD 2022-0069

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2022-0180

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0069 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus Helicopters AS 355 series, including AS 355 E, F, F1, F2, and N models. The directive addresses inspection and replacement requirements for specific right-hand and left-hand fan support parts identified by part numbers 355A34-1041-05, 355A34-1041-03, 355A34-1040-05, and 355A34-1040-03. It aims to prevent potential failure of the tail rotor drive and main gearbox oil cooling function due to broken fan support legs.

Apr 19, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters AS 355

EASA AD CF-2022-17

Fuselage — Aft Fuselage Structure — Fasteners Missing

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2022-17 addresses missing fasteners in the aft fuselage structure of Bombardier Inc. model BD-700-2A12 aircraft, specifically serial numbers 70020 through 70039, 70041, 70046, and 70047. The directive mandates inspection and repair to ensure structural integrity of the fuselage skin attached to stringer 19. This directive aims to prevent potential skin deformation or cracking caused by missing fasteners under compressive loads.

Apr 14, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBombardier BD-700Bombardier BD-700-2A12

EASA AD 2022-0068-E

Landing Gear — Brake Control System / Servo-Valve — Relocation / Replacement / Aircraft Flight Manual — Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0068-E is an emergency directive addressing brake control system issues on Dassault Aviation Falcon 2000 and Falcon 2000EX aeroplanes. It targets specific brake servo-valves with part number C20103510-1 that have been subject to inappropriate oiling, leading to potential brake system failure during landing. The directive mandates relocation, replacement, and flight manual amendments to mitigate the risk.

Apr 14, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtDassault Falcon 2000Dassault Falcon 2000EX

EASA AD CF-2022-15

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks — Introduction of Certification Maintenance Requirements

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2022-15 introduces new Certification Maintenance Requirements (CMRs) for Bombardier Inc. model BD-700-1A10 and BD-700-1A11 aeroplanes with specific serial numbers. This directive mandates updates to maintenance schedules to include new tasks related to landing gear emergency extension, brake shutoff valve operation, and passenger door vent-flap mechanism checks. The directive aims to enhance safety by addressing maintenance tasks that have reached escalation limits.

Apr 14, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBombardier BD-700Bombardier BD-700-1A10Bombardier BD-700-1A11

EASA AD G-2022-0007

Doors — Emergency Exit — Functional Check

Civil Aviation Authority Airworthiness Directive G-2022-0007 is a regulatory document addressing Airbus A320-214 and A320-251N aircraft modified with VIP cabin interiors by STC Twenty One Limited. The directive mandates a functional check of the overwing emergency exit slide release mechanism due to potential mechanical interference affecting slide deployment.

Apr 13, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A320Airbus A320-214Airbus A320-251N

EASA AD G-2022-0008

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks — Airworthiness Limitations — Amendment / Implementation

UK Civil Aviation Authority Airworthiness Directive G-2022-0008 addresses the Jetstream 3200 aeroplanes modified in service with BAE Systems Service Bulletin 05-JM8229. It mandates compliance with the Jetstream 3200 Supplemental Structural Inspection Document (SSID) Revision 2, which includes updated maintenance tasks and an extended airframe fatigue life limit of 67,000 landings. This directive applies to all Jetstream 3200 models and serial numbers that have entered the Life Extension Programme (LEP).

Apr 13, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBae Systems (Operations) Jetstream 3200BAE Jetstream 3200

EASA AD 2022-0067

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks — Airworthiness Limitations Section — Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0067 is an amendment addressing time limits and maintenance checks in the Airworthiness Limitations Section for Airbus Helicopters Deutschland GmbH EC135 and EC635 helicopter models. It mandates compliance with updated maintenance tasks and life limits as specified in the latest Airworthiness Limitations Section documents. This directive applies to all variants and serial numbers of the EC135 and EC635 helicopters.

Apr 13, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters EC135Airbus Helicopters 635Airbus Helicopters EC635

EASA SIB AIR-22-07

Avidyne Corporation DFC90 Autopilot System

The Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin SAIB: AIR-22-07 is an FAA informational bulletin addressing a potential autopilot anomaly in aircraft equipped with the Avidyne Corporation DFC90 autopilot system, Avidyne primary flight displays (PFDs), and Garmin GNS430/530W or GTN650/750 navigators. The issue involves an uncommanded turn to heading 360 during a non-degradable LPV approach if SBAS, EGNOS, MSAS/QZSS, or GAGAN WAAS reception is lost. This bulletin applies specifically to Avidyne DFC90 autopilots with software part number 510-00874-000 Rev03 or earlier and Avidyne PFDs with software part number 530-00214-002 Rev06 or earlier.

Apr 12, 2022
Safety Information BulletinFlight OpsSafety Mgmt

EASA AD 2022-0066-E

Flight Controls — Control Stick — Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0066-E is an emergency directive addressing inspection and replacement requirements for control sticks on Scheibe SF 25 powered sailplanes, including models SF 25, SF 25 C, SF 25 E, and SF 25 K. The directive targets control sticks except those with specific part numbers (20093, 20093/G, 20094, 20094/G) due to corrosion-induced fracture risks. It mandates inspections and replacements to ensure continued airworthiness and safe operation of affected aircraft.

Apr 11, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtScheibe SF25Scheibe SF 25Scheibe SF 25 CScheibe SF 25 EScheibe SF 25 K