EASA Regulations & Airworthiness Directives

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EASA AD US-2022-11-05

Jun 22, 2022

Wings - Rear Spar Outboard Flap Support Fasteners and Shims - Inspection / Replacement

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2022-11-05 is a final rule addressing certain Boeing Model 777 airplanes. It mandates inspections and replacements related to the rear spar outboard flap support fasteners and shims to prevent loss of fastener retention and potential flap separation. This directive aims to maintain the structural integrity and controllability of affected aircraft.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Boeing 777

EASA AD 2022-0119

Jun 21, 2022

Air Conditioning — Forward Cargo Compartment Bracket Surface Protection — Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0119 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency concerning Airbus A350-941 and A350-1041 aeroplanes. It addresses the need for surface protection modification on specific aluminium brackets in the forward cargo compartment to prevent potential ducting rupture affecting cockpit air distribution. This directive applies to all manufacturer serial numbers except those with certain Airbus production modifications already embodied.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A3509411041

EASA AD 2022-0116

Jun 21, 2022

Hydraulic Power — Hydraulic System Reservoirs Pressurization — Functional Check

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0116 is an airworthiness directive addressing hydraulic system reservoir pressurization on Airbus A300B2-203, A300B2K-3C, A300B4-203, A300B4-2C, A300C4-203, and A300F4-203 aeroplanes. It mandates functional checks of the hydraulic system reservoirs to detect air leakage and ensure proper pressurization. The directive aims to prevent potential loss of hydraulic systems due to contamination and air pressurization line rupture.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A300
  • Airbus A300B2-203
  • Airbus A300B2K-3C
  • Airbus A300B4-203
  • Airbus A300B4-2C
  • Airbus A300C4-203
  • Airbus A300F4-203

EASA AD CF-2022-34

Jun 21, 2022

Oxygen — Supply System Flexible Oxygen Hose Deterioration Over Time

The Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2022-34 addresses the deterioration over time of flexible oxygen supply hoses in Bombardier Inc. CL-600-2B16 aircraft, specifically serial numbers 5701 to 5990 and 6050 to 6162 with supplemental type certificate SA06-90. The directive identifies oxygen hoses from the O2C20T1 and O2C20T14 series manufactured by O2 Corporation as prone to cracking, brittleness, and breakage, which can cause oxygen leaks and increase fire risk. This directive mandates inspection and replacement of affected hoses to ensure continued safety and compliance.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Bombardier CL-600 (Challenger)
  • Bombardier CL-600-2B16

EASA AD 2022-0118

Jun 21, 2022

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks – Airworthiness Limitations Section – Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0118 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting SAFRAN Helicopter Engines RTM 322-01/9A engines, commonly installed on NH Industries NH90 military helicopters. The directive mandates compliance with updated airworthiness limitations and maintenance tasks as specified in the SAFRAN RTM 322-01/9A Engine Base Maintenance Manual Airworthiness Limitations Section approved on 30 April 2022. It ensures continued airworthiness by enforcing mandatory inspections and life limits for engine components.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Safran RTM 322
  • NH Industries NH90

EASA AD 2022-0117

Jun 21, 2022

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks – Airworthiness Limitations Section – Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0117 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting SAFRAN Helicopter Engines RTM 322-01/9 engines, commonly installed on NH Industries NH90 military helicopters. The directive mandates compliance with updated airworthiness limitations and maintenance tasks as specified in the SAFRAN RTM 322-01/9 Engine Base Maintenance Manual Airworthiness Limitations Section approved on 30 April 2022.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Safran RTM 322
  • NH Industries NH90

EASA AD 2022-0114

Jun 20, 2022

Communications — Cockpit Voice Recorder — Replacement

The document titled Communications — Cockpit Voice Recorder — Replacement is an explanatory statement issued by EASA regarding the absence of an Airworthiness Directive (AD) for the Airbus A400M aircraft in civil service. It clarifies that no public AD exists because the Airbus A400M is currently not operated in civil aviation, and the document serves as an informational record for military authorities and design approval holders. The actual legally binding ADs for the Airbus A400M are issued by the respective military authorities depending on the country of registration.

Other
  • Airbus Military A400M
  • Airbus A400M

EASA AD US-2022-12-12

Jun 20, 2022

Engine - Low Pressure Turbine Stage 5 Air Seal - Replacement

The document titled "Engine - Low Pressure Turbine Stage 5 Air Seal - Replacement" is a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airworthiness Directive (AD) addressing certain Pratt & Whitney PW4062 model turbofan engines. It mandates the removal and replacement of the low-pressure turbine (LPT) stage 5 air seal due to a manufacturing defect that reduces its low-cycle fatigue life. This AD aims to prevent potential engine damage and uncontained part release that could compromise aircraft safety.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Pratt & Whitney PW4000

EASA AD 2022-0115

Jun 20, 2022

Fuselage — Cargo Compartment Fitting Brackets, Tack and Rivet Holes — Inspection / Repair

The document titled 'Fuselage — Cargo Compartment Fitting Brackets, Tack and Rivet Holes — Inspection / Repair' is an AIRBUS S.A.S. type designation applicable to the A319, A320, and A321 aircraft models. It addresses inspection and repair procedures related to the fitting brackets and associated tack and rivet holes in the cargo compartment of these Airbus aircraft. The document provides guidance to ensure structural integrity and safety of the fuselage in the cargo area.

Other
  • Airbus A319
  • Airbus A320
  • Airbus A321

EASA AD G-2022-0012

Jun 20, 2022

Indicating / Recording Systems – Flight Data Recording System – Check

Civil Aviation Authority Airworthiness Directive G-2022-0012 addresses the BAe ATP aircraft series, focusing on the flight data recorder (FDR) and data acquisition and recording unit (DARU). This directive mandates increased frequency of data downloads and inspections to detect and prevent moisture ingress issues affecting the FDR, particularly on aircraft equipped with large freight doors.

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

EASA SIB AIR-22-15

Jun 17, 2022

Bonded Structure Inspection

The FAA Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin SAIB: AIR-22-15 provides guidance on inspecting bonded structures for True Flight Holdings, LLC Model AA-1, AA-1A, AA-1B, AA-1C, AA-5, AA-5A, and AA-5B airplanes. It highlights the importance of inspecting bondlines on wings and aft fuselage to detect corrosion and delamination issues. This bulletin is informational and does not mandate regulatory action.

Safety Information Bulletin
  • True Flight Holdings AA-
  • True Flight Holdings AG-5
  • True Flight Holdings AA-1

EASA AD 2022-0113

Jun 17, 2022

Engine — Stages 6-10 Compressor Rotor Spools and High Pressure Turbine Rotor Stage 1 Disks — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0113 is an airworthiness directive addressing CFM International LEAP-1A engines installed on certain Airbus A319, A320, and A321 aircraft. It mandates the replacement of specific compressor rotor spools (Stages 6-10) and high pressure turbine rotor stage 1 disks identified as affected parts due to potential manufacturing defects. The directive aims to ensure continued airworthiness and prevent engine part failure.

Airworthiness Directive
  • CFM International LEAP-1A
  • CFM International LEAP-1C
  • Airbus A319
  • Airbus A320
  • Airbus A321

EASA AD US-2022-12-08

Jun 17, 2022

Flight Controls - Engine Revolutions per Minute (RPM) Indicating System - Inspection / Installation

Federal Register Volume 87, Number 114 (June 14, 2022) is a final rule airworthiness directive issued by the FAA addressing certain Robinson Helicopter Company Model R22 BETA, R44, and R44 II helicopters. The directive targets issues with the engine revolutions per minute (RPM) governor, requiring inspection and wiring modifications to ensure safe operation. It mandates inspection of the engine RPM sensor wiring and installation of specific wiring kits to prevent intermittent or abnormal governor operation.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Robinson R22
  • Robinson R44 (Raven)
  • Robinson R22 BETA
  • Robinson R44
  • Robinson R44 II

EASA AD 2022-0112

Jun 17, 2022

Oxygen — Passenger Oxygen Masks — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0112 is an airworthiness directive affecting Airbus A350-941 and A350-1041 aeroplanes. It addresses an unsafe condition related to passenger oxygen masks, specifically the emergency passenger oxygen container assemblies that may have breathing bags prone to sticking after exposure to high temperatures. The directive mandates replacement and re-identification of affected passenger oxygen masks to ensure safety during depressurization events.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A3509411041

EASA AD 2022-0109

Jun 15, 2022

Flight Controls — Elevator Long Pushrod — Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0109 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Sonaca S200 and S201 aeroplanes. It addresses inspection and replacement requirements for the elevator long pushrod (ELP) due to a production deviation that may cause incorrect assembly of pushrod ends. The directive mandates inspections and potential replacement of affected parts to ensure flight control integrity.

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

EASA AD CF-2022-32

Jun 14, 2022

Fire Protection — Fire Extinguishing System — Fire Extinguisher Bottle Tests Omitted (Cargo / Engine / Auxiliary Power Unit)

The Airworthiness Directive CF-2022-32 issued by Transport Canada addresses fire protection concerns related to fire extinguisher bottle tests omitted on Mitsubishi Heavy Industries RJ Aviation ULC models CL-600-2B19, CL-600-2C10, CL-600-2C11, CL-600-2D15, CL-600-2D24, and CL-600-2E25 aircraft. It mandates new maintenance tasks and interval limitations for the restoration and pressure switch testing of fire extinguisher bottles in cargo compartments, engines, and auxiliary power units (APUs).

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

EASA AD 2022-0108

Jun 14, 2022

Superseded by EASA ADR 2025-0226

The document titled SUPERSEDED BY EASA ADR 2025-0226 is an explanatory statement regarding the absence of an Airworthiness Directive (AD) for Europrop International GmbH TP400-D6 engines. It clarifies that no civil service aircraft currently operate these engines, so no public AD exists. The document serves as an informational record for design approval holders and military airworthiness authorities, recommending that affected military authorities issue their own ADs.

OtherSuperseded
  • Epi Europrop International Gmbh TP400-D6

EASA AD 2022-0107

Jun 14, 2022

Superseded by EASA ADR 2025-0226

The document titled SUPERSEDED BY EASA ADR 2025-0226 is an explanatory statement regarding the absence of an Airworthiness Directive (AD) for Europrop International GmbH TP400-D6 engines. It clarifies that no civil service aircraft currently operate these engines, so no public AD exists. The document serves as an informational record for military authorities and design approval holders, recommending that affected military bodies issue their own ADs.

Other
  • Epi Europrop International Gmbh TP400-D6