EASA Regulations & Airworthiness Directives

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EASA AD US-2022-06-10

Exhaust - Thrust Reverser Inner Wall Debris Shields - Installation // Powerplant - Fan Cowl Doors / Hydraulic Pump Shutoff Valves - Inspection / Functional Check

Federal Aviation Administration Airworthiness Directive 2022-06-10 is a final rule addressing certain Boeing 777-200 and 777-300 series airplanes equipped with Pratt & Whitney engines. It mandates the installation of debris shields on the thrust reverser inner wall, inspection of fan cowl doors for moisture ingress, and repetitive functional checks of hydraulic pump shutoff valves to prevent unsafe conditions related to in-flight fan blade failures. This directive aims to mitigate risks of engine shutdown, uncontrolled fires, and structural damage.

Mar 25, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 777Boeing 777-200Boeing 777-300

EASA AD US-2022-06-11

Nacelles / Pylons - Engine Inlet - Modification

Federal Aviation Administration Airworthiness Directive 2022-06-11 is a final rule addressing certain Boeing 777-200 and 777-300 series airplanes equipped with specific Pratt & Whitney engines. It mandates modifications to the engine inlet to withstand loads from potential in-flight fan blade failures, which have been reported in three incidents. This directive aims to mitigate risks of engine shutdown, inlet separation, uncontrolled fires, and consequent loss of airplane control.

Mar 25, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 777Boeing 777-200Boeing 777-300

EASA AD 2022-0056

Rotors Flight Control — Main Rotor Controls / Collective Levers / Stop Support Protection — Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0056 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus Helicopters SA 330 J models. It addresses a potential flight control issue related to the main rotor controls, specifically the collective lever's secondary stop covering plate. The directive mandates a modification to ensure continued safe operation of the affected helicopters.

Mar 24, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters SA 330Airbus Helicopters AS 332Airbus Helicopters EC 225Airbus Helicopters SA 330 J

EASA AD 2016-0075R1

Stabilizers — Elevator Hinge Fittings — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2016-0075R1 is a regulatory document addressing inspection requirements for elevator hinge fittings on Airbus Defence & Space CN-235 aeroplanes, including CN-235-100, CN-235-200, and CN-235-300 models. The directive mandates inspections to detect excessive play, misalignment, and cracking in stabilizer elevator hinge fittings to ensure continued airworthiness and flight safety.

Mar 24, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Defence & Space CN-235Airbus Defence & Space CN-235-100Airbus Defence & Space CN-235-200Airbus Defence & Space CN-235-300

EASA AD 2022-0043R1

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2022-0066-E

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0043R1 is an updated directive addressing the inspection and replacement of control sticks on Scheibe SF 25 powered sailplanes. It applies to various SF 25 models and serial numbers, focusing on left-hand and right-hand control sticks except those with Part Numbers 20093 or 20094. The directive mandates inspections for corrosion and replacement of affected parts to ensure continued airworthiness.

Mar 24, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtScheibe SF25Scheibe SF 25

EASA AD 2022-0054

Aircraft Flight Manual — Performance Database — Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0054 is an amendment addressing Airbus A350-941 and A350-1041 aeroplanes. It mandates updates to the Aircraft Flight Manual (AFM) performance database to correct landing distance data following potential wiring damage caused by passenger floor crossbeam deflections during rapid decompression. This directive supersedes a previous AD and ensures continued safe operation of affected Airbus A350 models.

Mar 23, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveFlight OpsSafety MgmtAirbus A350Airbus A350-941Airbus A350-1041

EASA AD 2022-0055

Engine — Intermediate Pressure Compressor Rotor Shaft — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0055 is an airworthiness directive addressing the inspection of the intermediate pressure compressor rotor shaft on Rolls-Royce RB211 Trent 700 engines, commonly installed on Airbus A330 series aircraft. The directive mandates repetitive visual borescope inspections to detect cracks on specific IPC shafts and outlines corrective actions and terminating measures. It applies to all serial numbers of RB211 Trent 768-60, 772-60, 772B-60, and 772C-60 engines with affected parts.

Mar 23, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtRolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg RB211 TRENT 700Airbus A330

EASA AD US-2022-05-10

GOODRICH / COLLINS AEROSPACE - NOT ADOPTED - EASA DECISION ATTACHED - SEE EASA AD 2015-0226R6

The document titled GOODRICH / COLLINS AEROSPACE - NOT ADOPTED - EASA DECISION ATTACHED - SEE EASA AD 2015-0226R6 is an official decision by EASA not to adopt the FAA Airworthiness Directive 2022-05-10. This FAA AD applies to certain helicopters equipped with specific Goodrich externally-mounted hoist assemblies that failed lower load limit inspections. Instead, EASA continues to rely on its own Airworthiness Directive 2015-0226 Revision 6, which addresses the same unsafe condition with some differing requirements.

Mar 23, 2022
Agency DecisionMaintenanceSafety Mgmt

EASA AD 2022-0053

Landing Gear — Skid-Type Landing Gear — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0053 is an airworthiness directive addressing the inspection of skid-type landing gear assemblies on Airbus Helicopters EC 120 B and EC 130 T2 and B4 models. It mandates a one-time external and internal inspection for corrosion and cracks on specified landing gear part numbers. The directive applies to all serial numbers of the affected helicopter models and includes detailed definitions of affected parts and sub-assemblies.

Mar 23, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters AS 350Airbus Helicopters EC 130Airbus Helicopters EC 120 BAirbus Helicopters EC 130 T2Airbus Helicopters EC 130 B4

EASA AD 2022-0052-E

Main Rotor — Hub Strap Pins — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0052-E is an emergency directive addressing the replacement of main rotor hub strap pins and mating strap fittings on Leonardo AB204B, AB205A-1, and AB212 helicopters. The directive targets specific main rotor hub strap pins with part number 204-012-104-005 and serial numbers starting with 'FNFS', as well as associated mating strap fittings. This action is necessary to prevent potential main rotor blade detachment due to pin failure.

Mar 23, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtLeonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AB204Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AB205Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AB212Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AB412Leonardo AB204BLeonardo AB205A-1Leonardo AB212

EASA AD CF-2022-12

Landing Gear — Lubrication of Main Landing Gear

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2022-12 mandates repetitive lubrication of the main landing gear (MLG) on De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited DHC-8-401 and -402 aeroplanes, serial numbers 4001, 4003, and subsequent. This directive addresses issues with MLG lock actuator assemblies that may fail due to grease degradation over time. The directive ensures continued safe operation by requiring maintenance actions in accordance with De Havilland Service Bulletin 84-32-168.

Mar 22, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtDe Havilland Canada DHC-8De Havilland DHC-8-401De Havilland DHC-8-402

EASA AD 2022-0050

Placards — Installation / Emergency Equipment — Gloves — Installation / Aircraft Flight Manual — Emergency Procedure - SMOKE — Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0050 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting all Dornier 328-100 and Dornier 328-300 aeroplanes. It addresses safety concerns related to the installation of placards and emergency equipment, specifically fire resistant gloves, and amendments to the Aircraft Flight Manual emergency procedures concerning smoke events.

Mar 22, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtFlight OpsDeutsche Aircraft Gmbh Dornier 328Dornier 328-100Dornier 328-300

EASA AD 2022-0049

Landing Gear — Nose and Main Landing Gear Main Fittings and Main Landing Gear Sliding Pistons — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0049 is an airworthiness directive addressing the replacement of nose and main landing gear main fittings and main landing gear sliding pistons on Airbus A330 and A340 aeroplanes. It applies to all manufacturer serial numbers of specified A330 and A340 models. The directive mandates compliance with revised life limits and repair assessments to ensure continued airworthiness.

Mar 21, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A330Airbus A340

EASA AD 2022-0048

Doors — Forward Cargo Door / Frame Fork Fastener Holes — Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0048 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A300 F4-605R and A300 F4-622R aeroplanes with Airbus modification 12133 embodied in production. The directive addresses structural concerns related to the forward cargo door compartment between frame 21 and frame 25 forks. It mandates a modification to reinforce fastener holes and replace fasteners to prevent widespread fatigue damage.

Mar 18, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A300-600Airbus A300

EASA AD CF-2022-11

Engine — Airplane Flight Manual (AFM) Normal and Non-Normal Procedures — Erroneous Uncontrolled High Thrust Detection

Airworthiness Directive CF-2022-11 is issued by Transport Canada and addresses erroneous uncontrolled high thrust detection in Airbus Canada Limited Partnership BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11 aircraft models. This directive mandates updates to the Airplane Flight Manual (AFM) normal and non-normal procedures to mitigate the risk of dual engine automatic shutdown upon landing caused by abrupt thrust lever movements above 16,000 feet. The directive supersedes a previous AD and introduces final procedural changes to enhance flight safety.

Mar 18, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveFlight OpsSafety MgmtAirbus BD-500 (A220 Series)Airbus Canada BD-500-1A10Airbus Canada BD-500-1A11

EASA AD 2022-0046

Fuselage — Tailboom Attachment — Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0046 is an airworthiness directive addressing inspection and replacement requirements for the tailboom attachment bolts and barrel nuts on Leonardo S.p.A. AB212, AB412, and AB412EP helicopters. The directive targets potential cracks and fractures in these components that could compromise the tailboom attachment. It applies to all serial numbers of the affected helicopter models.

Mar 17, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtLeonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AB212Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AB412Leonardo AB212Leonardo AB412Leonardo AB412EP

EASA AD US-2022-06-16

SUPERSEDED BY FAA AD 2023-12-14

FAA Airworthiness Directive 2022-06-16 is a final rule addressing all Boeing 747 series airplanes including models 747-100 through 747-400F. It mandates revisions to the airplane flight manual to incorporate specific operating procedures related to takeoff, instrument landing system approaches, non-precision approaches, and go-around maneuvers in the presence of 5G C-Band interference. This directive aims to mitigate risks posed by interference with radio altimeters from wireless broadband operations in the 3.7-3.98 GHz frequency band.

Mar 17, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveFlight OpsSafety MgmtBoeing 747Boeing 747-100Boeing 747-200Boeing 747-300Boeing 747-400F

EASA AD 2022-0045

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2022-0054

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0045 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A350-941 and A350-1041 aeroplanes. It addresses a potential unsafe condition related to wiring damage caused by passenger floor crossbeam deflections during rapid decompression. The directive mandates updating the Airplane Flight Manual (AFM) performance database to reflect revised landing performance data.

Mar 16, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveFlight OpsSafety MgmtAirbus A350Airbus A350-941Airbus A350-1041

EASA AD 2022-0037

[Correction] Main Rotor System — Main Rotor Rotating Scissor Assembly — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0037 is a safety directive affecting Leonardo S.p.A. helicopters including models A109E, A109LUH, A109S, AW109SP, A119, and AW119MKII. It mandates inspections of the main rotor rotating scissor assembly components to detect excessive axial play and potential ball bearing dislodgement. The directive provides detailed inspection and corrective action procedures to ensure continued airworthiness of these helicopter models.

Mar 15, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtLeonardo S.P.A. Helicopters A109Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters A119Leonardo A109ELeonardo A109LUHLeonardo A109SLeonardo AW109SPLeonardo A119Leonardo AW119MKII

EASA AD US-2022-06-03

Main Rotor - Hub Strap Pins - Removal / Inspection

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2022-06-03 addresses safety concerns for Bell Textron Inc. helicopters, specifically Models 204B, 205A, 205A-1, 205B, 210, and 212 equipped with main rotor hub strap pins part number 204-012-104-005 with serial number prefix "FNFS". This directive mandates removal and inspection of all affected pins, both outboard and inboard, to prevent potential main rotor blade detachment. It also requires removing the mating strap fitting if any deformation is found on the pins.

Mar 15, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBell Textron Inc. (Bti) 204BBell Textron Inc. (Bti) 205Bell Textron Inc. (Bti) 210Bell Textron Inc. (Bti) 212Bell 204BBell 205ABell 205A-1Bell 205BBell 210Bell 212