EASA Regulations & Airworthiness Directives

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EASA AD ISR-I-97-2022-04-9

May 31, 2022

Aircraft Flight Manual - Wet Runway Performance Tables - Revision

The Aircraft Flight Manual - Wet Runway Performance Tables - Revision is an Airworthiness Directive issued by the Civil Aviation Authority of Israel affecting all serial numbers of the GALP model G280 aircraft. This directive mandates updates to the wet runway performance tables in the G280 Aircraft Flight Manual (AFM). It applies to all G280 aircraft certificated in any category.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Gulfstream (Galp) G280
  • GALP G280

EASA AD 2022-0095

May 31, 2022

Wings — Spar Root — Inspection / Repair

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0095 is issued for all serial numbers of the Allstar PZL Glider SZD-51-1 “Junior” sailplanes. It addresses inspection and repair requirements for the wing spar root to prevent structural integrity loss due to cracks. The directive mandates inspections following hard landings or ground loops and updates to the Technical Service Manual.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Allstar Pzl Glider SZD-51-1 (Junior)
  • Allstar PZL Glider SZD-51-1 Junior

EASA AD CF-2021-38R1

May 30, 2022

Air Conditioning — Ram Air System — Emergency Ram Air Valve

Airworthiness Directive CF-2021-38R1 is issued by Transport Canada concerning the air conditioning ram air system emergency ram air valve (ERAV) on MHI RJ Aviation ULC model CL-600-2C10, CL-600-2C11, CL-600-2D15, CL-600-2D24, and CL-600-2E25 aircraft. This directive addresses issues with the ERAV part number GG670-95019-1, which has been reported stuck in closed or partially open positions due to corrosion. The directive mandates operational checks and detailed inspections of the valve and related ducts to ensure continued air supply and cabin safety.

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 CF-2022-28

May 30, 2022

Electrical Power – Misleading indication

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2022-28 addresses erratic electrical system indications on Bombardier BD-100-1A10 aircraft, serial numbers 20003 through 20836. The directive targets misleading electrical power status caused by contamination in the left-hand direct current power centre (DCPC) internal communication data bus. It mandates verification and potential replacement of affected DCPC units to ensure reliable electrical power indications and flight safety.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Bombardier BD-1001A10

EASA AD CF-2022-29

May 30, 2022

Landing Gear — Main Landing Gear (MLG) and Doors — Forward Door Linkage Sleeves Missing Greasing Grooves

The Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2022-29 addresses an issue with the main landing gear forward door linkage sleeves on De Havilland DHC-8-401 and -402 aircraft, serial numbers 4001, 4003, and subsequent. The directive mandates inspections and corrective actions due to missing greasing grooves on part number 46878-1 sleeves, which could lead to fatigue failure and potential landing gear malfunction. This safety measure aims to prevent asymmetric landing gear configuration and runway excursions.

Airworthiness Directive
  • De Havilland Canada DHC-8
  • De Havilland DHC-8-401
  • De Havilland DHC-8-402

EASA AD US-2022-10-02

May 25, 2022

Engine Controls - Reduction Gearbox Assembly - Vibration Tests

The document titled "Engine Controls - Reduction Gearbox Assembly - Vibration Tests" is a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airworthiness Directive (AD 2022-10-02) that applies to certain Honeywell International, Inc. T53 model turboshaft engines, including T5311A, T5311B, T5313B, T5317A, T5317B, T5317A-1, T5317BCV, and various former military T53 models. This AD mandates initial and repetitive special vibration tests of the engine's reduction gearbox assembly and requires replacement of the gearbox or engine if vibration limits are exceeded. The directive addresses unsafe conditions caused by tachometer drive spur gear failures that could lead to engine overspeed and loss of power turbine speed indication.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Honeywell International T5311
  • Honeywell International T5313
  • Honeywell International T5317

EASA AD 2021-0129R1

May 25, 2022

Engine Fuel & Control — Low Pressure Compressor Case Static P30 Air System — Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0129R1 is a regulatory update addressing the modification of the Low Pressure Compressor Case Static P30 Air System on Rolls-Royce RB211 Trent 970-84, Trent 972-84, and Trent 972E-84 engines, commonly installed on Airbus A380 aircraft. The directive mandates changes to the P30 air system to prevent discrepancies in engine control signals that could affect thrust delivery. It applies to all serial numbers of the specified engine models.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg RB211 TRENT 900
  • Airbus A380

EASA SIB 2022-04

May 25, 2022

High Pressure Compressor Abradable Liner Loss

EASA Safety Information Bulletin SIB No. 2022-04 addresses the issue of high pressure compressor abradable liner loss in Rolls-Royce BR700-725A1-12 engines, specifically serial numbers 25453 and 25454. The bulletin informs operators about potential deterioration of the HPC front case lining, which could lead to engine in-flight shutdown and reduced aircraft control. It provides guidance on inspection procedures to detect missing or deteriorating lining material.

Safety Information Bulletin
  • Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg BR700-710

EASA AD 2022-0094

May 25, 2022

Pneumatic — Air Conditioning / Engine Bleed Air System — Software Update; Airplane Flight Manual / Master Minimum Equipment List — Air Conditioning / Engine Bleed Air System — Amendment; Pneumatic — Engine Bleed Air Supply Over-pressure Valve — Replacement; Ice and Rain Protection — Anti-ice Control Unit — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0094 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes. It addresses issues related to the pneumatic air conditioning and engine bleed air systems, including software updates, replacement of engine bleed air supply over-pressure valves, and replacement of anti-ice control units. The directive also amends the Airplane Flight Manual and Master Minimum Equipment List for these systems.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A380841842861

EASA AD 2022-0092

May 24, 2022

Engine – Vibration Levels – Measurement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0092 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency concerning PZL W-3A and W-3AS model helicopters equipped with main gearboxes part numbers 64.21.3000 and 64.21.4000. The directive mandates repetitive engine vibration level measurements to detect potential unsafe conditions related to increased pinion gear play and bearing damage that could lead to oil leaks and fire hazards. This AD applies to all manufacturer serial numbers of the affected helicopter models.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Wsk Pzl-Swidnik PZL W-3A
  • PZL W-3A
  • PZL W-3AS

EASA AD US-2022-06-06

May 24, 2022

Flight Controls - Rudder Pedal Cover Assembly Fasteners - Modification

Federal Aviation Administration Airworthiness Directive 2022-06-06 is a final rule addressing certain Boeing 737 series airplanes, including models 737-600, -700, -700C, -800, -900, -900ER, 737-8, and 737-9. It mandates modifications to the rudder pedal cover and shroud assemblies to prevent fasteners from loosening and interfering with rudder pedal operation. This directive aims to enhance flight control safety by ensuring reliable rudder pedal function.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Boeing 737

EASA AD US-2022-09-14

May 23, 2022

Air - Operability Bleed Valve - Inspection / Replacement

Airworthiness Directive 2022-09-14 is a final rule issued by the Federal Aviation Administration addressing General Electric Company CF34-8C and CF34-8E model turbofan engines. It mandates inspections and replacements related to the operability bleed valve (OBV) components to prevent fuel leaks and potential engine fires. This directive applies to specific OBV part numbers installed on these engine models.

Airworthiness Directive
  • General Electric CF34-8

EASA SIB AIR-22-09R1

May 23, 2022

Autopilot Flight Director System: ALT HOLD Engaged on Takeoff

The Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin AIR-22-09R1 is an FAA advisory addressing the potential for the Autopilot Flight Director System (AFDS) altitude hold (ALT) mode to engage erroneously during takeoff on Boeing Model 777-200, -200LR, -300, -300ER, 777F, and Model 787-8, -9, and -10 airplanes. This bulletin informs operators of a known issue where ALT hold mode activation on the ground can lead to improper pitch guidance after liftoff, potentially causing low climb rates or descent warnings. The bulletin provides background, operational details, and references Boeing Multi Operator Messages for corrective procedures.

Safety Information Bulletin
  • Boeing 777
  • Boeing 787

EASA AD BR-2022-05-04

May 23, 2022

Navigation - Primary Flight Displays - Software Installation

Brazilian Airworthiness Directive AD No. 2022-05-04 issued by ANAC mandates software updates for Honeywell Primus EPIC systems installed on Embraer S.A. ERJ 190100 and ERJ 190200 series aircraft. This directive addresses uncommanded barometric reference settings affecting primary flight displays across multiple ERJ 190 variants. The directive applies to all serial numbers equipped with specific software versions up to 25.8 and 27.1 through 27.3.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Embraer ERJ 190
  • Embraer ERJ 190100
  • Embraer ERJ 190200

EASA AD BR-2022-05-03

May 23, 2022

Navigation - Primary Flight Displays - Software Installation

Brazilian Airworthiness Directive 2022-05-03 is an official regulatory document issued by the Agência Nacional de Aviação Civil (ANAC) that applies to Embraer S.A. ERJ 170 series airplanes equipped with Honeywell Primus EPIC software versions up to 25.8 or versions 27.1 through 27.3. The directive mandates software updates to address safety concerns related to the primary flight displays. It ensures continued airworthiness and safe operation of affected aircraft registered in Brazil.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Embraer ERJ 170

EASA AD CF-2022-27

May 20, 2022

Engine — Compressor Section — Impeller Fracture due to Machining Step

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2022-27 addresses a safety issue in Pratt & Whitney Canada JT15D-1, JT15D-1A, and JT15D-1B engines with impeller part number 3020365 installed. The directive mandates inspection of the engine compressor impeller for fractures caused by machining steps that can lead to uncontained engine failure. This directive applies to engines built before Service Bulletin 7151 and requires corrective actions to prevent potential in-flight engine damage.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Pratt & Whitney Canada JT15D

EASA AD US-2022-08-10

May 20, 2022

Propellers - Blades - Inspection / Replacement

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2022-08-10 addresses safety concerns for Hamilton Sundstrand Corporation 54H model propellers, specifically those with 54H60 model propeller hubs. This final rule mandates inspections and potential replacement of propeller blades to prevent failures caused by corrosion and cracking. The directive applies to propellers installed on aircraft such as the US Marine Corps Reserve KC-130T and other affected operators.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Hamilton Sundstrand 54H
  • Lockheed KC-130T

EASA AD 2022-0091

May 20, 2022

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks – Airworthiness Limitations Section Part 3 / Certification Maintenance Requirements – Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0091 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aeroplanes. It mandates compliance with updated maintenance tasks and airworthiness limitations as specified in the Airbus Airworthiness Limitations Section (ALS) Part 3 Revision 08. This directive ensures continued airworthiness by requiring operators to follow the latest approved maintenance program revisions.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Airbus A318
  • Airbus A319
  • Airbus A320
  • Airbus A321

EASA AD 2021-0107R2

May 20, 2022

Wings — Lower Main Wing Spar Caps — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0107R2 is an updated safety directive addressing inspection requirements for the lower main wing spar caps on Piper Aircraft, Inc. PA-28 and PA-32 aeroplanes. It mandates inspections to detect fatigue cracks in the lower main wing spar caps, which could lead to wing separation if undetected. The directive applies to multiple PA-28 and PA-32 models with specific serial numbers and includes detailed definitions and inspection procedures.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Piper Aircraft PA-28 (Archer)
  • Piper Aircraft PA-28 (Cadet)
  • Piper Aircraft PA-28 (Cherokee)
  • Piper Aircraft PA-28 (Warrior)
  • Piper Aircraft PA-28R (Arrow)
  • Piper Aircraft PA-32 (Cherokee Six)
  • Piper Aircraft PA-32R (Lance)
  • Piper PA-28
  • Piper PA-32