EASA Regulations & Airworthiness Directives

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EASA AD US-2022-05-13

SUPERSEDED BY FAA AD 2022-18-03

FAA Airworthiness Directive 2022-05-13 is a final rule addressing certain Honda Aircraft Company LLC Model HA-420 airplanes. It responds to an in-flight smoke and fire incident caused by a severed windshield heat power wire braid. The directive mandates temporary revisions to the airplane flight manual and quick reference handbook to modify windshield heat operation procedures until affected windshield assemblies are replaced.

Mar 15, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveFlight OpsSafety MgmtHonda Aircraft Company HA-420

EASA AD US-2022-06-09

Engine - 1st-Stage Low-Pressure Compressor Blades - Inspection / Removal

Airworthiness Directive 2022-06-09 is a final rule issued by the Federal Aviation Administration addressing certain Pratt & Whitney PW4074, PW4074D, PW4077, PW4077D, PW4084D, PW4090, and PW4090-3 turbofan engines. It mandates inspections and removal of 1st-stage low-pressure compressor blades to prevent in-flight failures and engine fires. This directive updates previous ADs by requiring improved ultrasonic and thermal acoustic image inspections on critical blade locations.

Mar 14, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtPratt & Whitney PW4070Pratt & Whitney PW4080Pratt & Whitney PW4090

EASA AD US-2022-03-09

Navigation - Global Positioning System Receiver - Replacement

The Federal Register document titled "Navigation - Global Positioning System Receiver - Replacement" is a final rule airworthiness directive (AD) issued by the FAA affecting Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation Model S-76D helicopters equipped with Thales GPS TopStar 200 LPV receivers, part number C17149HA01. The AD addresses erroneous position outputs from these GPS receivers under certain conditions, which could compromise flight safety. It mandates replacement of the affected GPS receivers to ensure continued safe operation of the helicopters.

Mar 14, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtSikorsky S-76Sikorsky S-76D

EASA AD 2022-0042

Electrical Power — Secondary Electrical Power Distribution Centre — Software Update

The document titled Electrical Power — Secondary Electrical Power Distribution Centre — Software Update 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 legally binding AD requirements for the Airbus A400M are issued by the respective military authorities depending on the country of registration.

Mar 11, 2022
OtherMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Military A400MAirbus A400M

EASA AD US-2021-26-22

Engine - High-Pressure Turbine Stage 1 and Stage 2 Disks - Inspection / Replacement

The FAA Airworthiness Directive 2021-26-22 is a final rule addressing certain General Electric Company CF6-80A and CF6-80C model turbofan engines. It mandates ultrasonic inspection and potential replacement of high-pressure turbine stage 1 and stage 2 disks to prevent uncontained disk failures. This directive applies to engines with specific serial-numbered HPT disks as identified in GE service bulletins.

Mar 11, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtGeneral Electric CF6-80AGeneral Electric CF6-80C

EASA AD CF-2022-10

Equipment / Furnishings — Cockpit Smoke Hood

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2022-10 addresses the installation and use of cockpit smoke hoods on Bombardier Inc. model CL-600-1A11, CL-600-2A12, and CL-600-2B16 aircraft. The directive clarifies that certain smoke hoods installed as part of the interior configuration are not considered required safety equipment and may cause confusion during smoke or fire events. It mandates inspection and removal of these smoke hoods if found installed.

Mar 11, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBombardier CL-600 (Challenger)Bombardier CL-600-1A11Bombardier CL-600-2A12Bombardier CL-600-2B16

EASA AD 2022-0041

Flight Controls — Flight Controls Cables — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0041 is an official safety directive addressing the inspection of flight control cables on CEAPR DR400 aeroplanes, specifically models DR 400/100 through DR 400/180 R with serial numbers 2710 to 2763, excluding 2745, 2749, 2754, and 2756. The directive mandates inspections to detect incorrect installation of rudder and elevator control cables to prevent premature wear and potential failure. It references CEAPR Mandatory Service Bulletin N° 210701 revision 1 for inspection and corrective action procedures.

Mar 10, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtCeapr DR 400CEAPR DR400

EASA AD US-2022-02-14

Landing Gear - Main Landing Gear Inner Cylinder Pivot Pins - Inspection

Federal Register Volume 87, Number 36 (AD 2022-02-14) is a final rule airworthiness directive issued by the FAA for certain Boeing 787-8, 787-9, and 787-10 airplanes. It addresses cracks found in the inner cylinder pivot pins of the left and right main landing gear (MLG) through mandated inspections and maintenance actions. The directive requires repetitive lubrication and inspections of the MLG truck beams and inner cylinder pivot joints to detect damage and prevent potential landing gear collapse.

Mar 10, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 787Boeing 787-8Boeing 787-9Boeing 787-10

EASA AD CF-2022-07

Oxygen — Oxygen Line Contamination with Sealant and Cotton Fibers

The Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2022-07 titled "Oxygen — Oxygen Line Contamination with Sealant and Cotton Fibers" addresses contamination issues in the oxygen supply lines of Bombardier BD-700-2A12 aircraft. This directive applies to specific serial numbers of the BD-700-2A12 model and mandates inspection and replacement of affected oxygen bottles to ensure safety and compliance.

Mar 10, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBombardier BD-700Bombardier BD-700-2A12

EASA AD CF-2022-05

Pneumatic — Air System — Wing Ice Protection System (WIPS) Duct Clearance Low Through Fuselage

The Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2022-05 addresses the Pneumatic Air System Wing Ice Protection System (WIPS) duct clearance issue on Bombardier Inc. model BD-700-2A12 aircraft, specifically serial numbers 70006, 70007, 70009 through 70019, 70021 through 70029, and 70031. This directive mandates inspection and adjustment of the bleed air ducts supplying the WIPS in the rear fuselage to ensure proper clearance and prevent potential bleed air leaks. The directive aims to maintain the structural integrity of the aircraft by preventing heat stress damage caused by undetected leaks.

Mar 10, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBombardier BD-700Bombardier BD-700-2A12

EASA SIB AIR-22-03

Orolia S.A.S (formerly Kannad) - Emergency Locator Transmitter Retention Strap Inspection

The Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) AIR-22-03 issued by the FAA addresses the potential issue of Emergency Locator Transmitters (ELTs) becoming loose from their mounting brackets on Robinson Helicopter Company Model R22, R44, and R66 helicopters. The affected ELTs are the Kannad Integra AF Model S1851501-02 units manufactured by Orolia S.A.S (formerly Kannad). This bulletin provides information and recommendations to ensure proper retention strap inspection and maintenance to prevent ELT detachment.

Mar 9, 2022
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtRobinson R22Robinson R44 (Raven)Robinson R66

EASA AD US-2022-03-21

Fuel - Maintenance or Inspection Program - Revision

Fuel - Maintenance or Inspection Program - Revision is a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) final rule airworthiness directive (AD 2022-03-21) that applies to certain Boeing 787-8, 787-9, and 787-10 airplanes. It addresses updated airworthiness limitations related to fuel tank ignition prevention and the nitrogen generation system. The directive mandates revisions to existing maintenance or inspection programs to incorporate these new or more restrictive requirements.

Mar 8, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 787Boeing 787-8Boeing 787-9Boeing 787-10

EASA AD 2019-0074R1

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2023-0042

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0042 addresses safety requirements for Airbus Helicopters models SA 330, AS 332, and EC 225. This directive supersedes previous related directives to ensure continued airworthiness and operational safety of these helicopter types. It provides updated instructions for inspection, maintenance, or modification as necessary.

Mar 8, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters SA 330Airbus Helicopters AS 332Airbus Helicopters EC 225

EASA AD 2022-0040

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2025-0100

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0040 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A350-1041 aeroplanes equipped with Rolls-Royce TRENT XWB-97 engines. It addresses the replacement and life limitation of hydro-mechanical units (HMU) with part number G5020HMU02 to prevent engine transient N1 shaft speed exceedance. The directive aims to ensure continued safe operation by mandating compliance with updated life limits for these engine components.

Mar 8, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A350Airbus A350-1041

EASA AD 2022-0035

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2022-0046

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0035 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Leonardo S.p.A. AB212, AB412, and AB412EP helicopters. It addresses the inspection and replacement of tailboom attachment bolts and barrel nuts due to reports of cracking and fractures that could compromise the tailboom attachment. The directive mandates inspections, replacements, and torque checks to ensure continued airworthiness.

Mar 7, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtLeonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AB212Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AB412Leonardo AB212Leonardo AB412Leonardo AB412EP

EASA AD 2022-0036

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2022-0047

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0036 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Bell Textron Inc. 212 and 412 helicopter models. It addresses the inspection and replacement of tailboom attachment bolts and barrel nuts to prevent potential failure due to cracking, corrosion, fatigue, and low torque. The directive mandates specific inspections, replacements, and torque checks to ensure continued airworthiness.

Mar 7, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBell Textron Inc. (Bti) 212Bell Textron Inc. (Bti) 412Bell Textron Inc. 212Bell Textron Inc. 412

EASA AD 2022-0038

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2023-0001

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0038 is an airworthiness directive issued for Airbus Helicopters SA 365 C1, C2, C3 and AS 365 N models. It addresses the inspection and replacement of tail rotor pitch control rod dual bearings, specifically part number 360A33-4052-00, to prevent potential loss of yaw control due to bearing degradation. The directive mandates repetitive inspections of the tail rotor gearbox magnetic plug and corrective actions based on particle contamination findings.

Mar 7, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters SAAirbus Helicopters AS 365Airbus Helicopters EC 155Airbus Helicopters SA 365 C1Airbus Helicopters SA 365 C2Airbus Helicopters SA 365 C3Airbus Helicopters AS 365 N

EASA AD CF-2022-09

Air Conditioning — Avionics Cooling — Integrated Flight Cabinet Failure Due to High Temperatures

Airworthiness Directive CF-2022-09 is issued by Transport Canada and applies to De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited model DHC-8-401 and -402 aeroplanes, serial numbers 4095 through 4633. The directive addresses failures in the Integrated Flight Cabinet (IFC) caused by higher-than-expected operating temperatures affecting avionics cooling. This condition could lead to autopilot pitch trim servo runaway and stall warning system failures, impacting aircraft controllability.

Mar 4, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtDe Havilland Canada DHC-8De Havilland DHC-8-401De Havilland DHC-8-402

EASA AD 2011-0072-CN

CANCELLED: Equipment / Furnishings — Emergency Flotation Gear Attachment Brackets — Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2011-0072-CN is a cancellation notice for the previous directive concerning the inspection and replacement of emergency flotation gear attachment brackets on Airbus Helicopters AS 350 and AS 355 models. This cancellation applies to all serial numbers of AS 350 B, BA, BB, B1, B2, B3, D and AS 355 E, F, F1, F2, N, NP helicopters equipped with fixed emergency flotation gear parts. The directive confirms that the previously mandated inspections are now part of regular maintenance schedules and that no unsafe condition requiring an AD exists.

Mar 4, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters AS 350Airbus Helicopters EC 130Airbus Helicopters AS 355