EASA Regulations & Airworthiness Directives

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EASA AD CF-2016-11R3

Flight Controls - Corrosion of Bellcrank Pivot Bearings

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2016-11R3 addresses corrosion issues in the bellcrank pivot bearings of Bell Textron Canada Limited model 429 helicopters. The directive mandates inspections and replacement of affected collective and cyclic bellcrank assemblies to prevent flight control restrictions caused by corrosion. It applies to all serial numbers of Bell 429 helicopters and requires compliance with Bell Alert Service Bulletin 429-15-21 Revision C or later.

Aug 31, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBell 429Bell Textron Canada Limited 429

EASA AD 2013-0084R1

Landing Gear - Main Landing Gear Lever Hinge Fitting - Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2013-0084R1 is an updated regulatory requirement addressing inspection and maintenance of the main landing gear lever hinge fittings on Piaggio P.180 Avanti and Avanti II aeroplanes, excluding those equipped with Magnaghi main landing gear. The directive mandates repetitive inspections to detect cracks caused by friction in the landing gear assembly, which could compromise structural integrity and aircraft control during takeoff or landing. It also introduces an optional modification to improve stress resistance and reduce inspection frequency for affected landing gear.

Aug 30, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtPiaggio P180Piaggio P.180 AvantiPiaggio P.180 Avanti II

EASA AD BR-2021-08-01

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks - Airworthiness Limitation Section / Maintenance Program - Revision / Main Landing Gear Assembly - Reidentification

Brazilian Airworthiness Directive AD No. 2021-08-01 issued by the Agência Nacional de Aviação Civil (ANAC) applies to Yaborã Indústria Aeronáutica S.A. ERJ 190-100 ECJ airplanes, serial numbers 19000109 through 19000732. This directive addresses maintenance program revisions and reidentification of certain Main Landing Gear Assembly parts to ensure proper life limits and structural integrity. It mandates compliance with updated maintenance tasks and record inspections for affected aircraft.

Aug 30, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtEmbraer ERJ 190Yaborã ERJ 190-100 ECJ

EASA AD 2021-0199

Rotors Flight Control — Yaw Pedal Assemblies — Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0199 is an airworthiness directive addressing the modification of yaw pedal assemblies on Leonardo S.p.A. AW169 helicopters. It applies to all serial numbers of AW169 helicopters equipped with specific pilot and co-pilot yaw pedal assemblies identified by certain part numbers. The directive mandates modification and re-identification of affected yaw pedal assemblies to ensure continued safe operation.

Aug 27, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtLeonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AW169Leonardo AW169

EASA SIB AIR-21-16

Seat Back Attachment Bolt Inspection

Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin SAIB: AIR-21-16 is an FAA information bulletin addressing a seat back attachment bolt inspection for various Textron Aviation (formerly Cessna Aircraft Company) models including the 172 series, 177 series, 180 series, 182 series, 188 series, 200 series, and 300 series airplanes. The bulletin highlights an airworthiness concern related to bolts attaching the seat back to the seat base on pilot and copilot seats using specific seat part numbers. It provides updated inspection guidance but does not mandate regulatory action.

Aug 27, 2021
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtTextron Aviation 172 (Skyhawk)Textron Aviation 177 (Cardinal)Textron Aviation 177RG (Cardinal RG)Textron Aviation 180Textron Aviation 182 (Skylane)Textron Aviation 185 (Skywagon)Textron Aviation 188 (AGwagon)Textron Aviation 206Textron Aviation U206 (Super Skywagon)Textron Aviation 207 (Skywagon)Textron Aviation 210 (Centurion)Textron Aviation 337 (Super Skymaster)Textron Aviation F172Textron Aviation F177RGTextron Aviation F182Textron Aviation F337Textron Aviation FR172 (Reims Rocket)Textron Aviation P206Textron Aviation TP206 (Super Skylane)Textron Aviation R172 (Hawk XP)Textron Aviation T337

EASA AD 2021-0200

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2022-0177

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0200 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Leonardo AW189 helicopters equipped with General Electric CT7-2E1 or SAFRAN ANETO-1K engines. It mandates compliance with updated airworthiness limitations and maintenance tasks as specified in the latest Leonardo AW189 Airworthiness Limitations Section documents. This directive ensures continued airworthiness by enforcing mandatory maintenance and replacement schedules for critical components.

Aug 27, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtLeonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AW189Leonardo AW189

EASA AD 2021-0198

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2022-0253

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0198 is an airworthiness directive issued for Airbus A330-841 and A330-941 aeroplanes equipped with Rolls-Royce Trent 7000 engines. It addresses an unsafe condition related to the Engine Electronic Control (EEC) software that could cause erroneous engine oil pressure warnings and potentially lead to dual engine in-flight shutdown. The directive mandates modification or replacement of affected EEC software to a serviceable standard.

Aug 27, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A330Airbus A330-841Airbus A330-941

EASA AD 2018-0191R1

Fuel — Fuel Pumps / Outboard Collector Cell Jet Pump — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0191R1 is a regulatory document addressing inspection requirements for the outboard collector cell jet pumps on Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes. It mandates repetitive special detailed inspections of affected jet pumps manufactured before week 33 of 2015, excluding those marked with amendment "A", to ensure the integrity of the glue joint between the jet pump body and outlet pipe. The directive aims to prevent potential ignition sources inside the fuel tank vapor space that could lead to fuel tank explosions.

Aug 26, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A380

EASA AD 2019-0282R1

Engine — Intermediate Pressure Compressor Shaft Assembly — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0282R1 is a regulatory document addressing inspection requirements for the intermediate pressure compressor (IPC) shaft assembly, part number KH18436, installed on Rolls-Royce Trent 1000 and Trent 7000 engines. These engines are commonly found on Boeing 787 and Airbus A330 aircraft. The directive mandates repetitive inspections to detect cracks in the IPC shaft assembly's front air seal to prevent potential engine failure.

Aug 25, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtRolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg TRENT 1000Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg TRENT 7000Boeing 787Airbus A330

EASA AD US-2021-13-18

Powerplant - Engine Fan Cowl Spring Door Opening System Actuator - Replacement

Federal Aviation Administration Airworthiness Directive 2021-13-18 is a final rule addressing all Boeing Company Model 737 airplanes powered by LEAP-1B engines, including the 737-8, 737-9, and 737-8200 models. It targets the replacement of the engine fan cowl spring door opening system (SDOS) actuator due to safety concerns involving inadvertent spring energy release causing injury to maintenance personnel. The directive mandates installation of redesigned SDOS actuators with improved joints and clearer safety markers.

Aug 25, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 737

EASA SIB AIR-21-12

Thrust Reverser System - Deploy / Retract Integrity Test

The Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin SAIB: AIR-21-12 is an FAA informational bulletin addressing the thrust reverser system deploy/retract integrity test on Boeing 737-600, -700, -700C, -800, -900, and -900ER series airplanes. It informs operators that after performing the integrity test required by Airworthiness Directive 2019-18-03, the thrust reversers may not deploy on the first command due to residual load. This bulletin provides additional recommendations to prevent this issue.

Aug 25, 2021
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 737

EASA AD 2021-0034R1

Powerplant — Front Engine Mount / Strut Mount and Thrust Link — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0034R1 is an updated regulatory requirement addressing inspection of the front engine mount, strut mount, and thrust link on Airbus A380-841 and A380-842 aeroplanes equipped with Rolls-Royce RB211 Trent 900 engines. The directive focuses on engines with affected compressor intermediate cases (CIC) that have salvage welds, which could compromise structural integrity. It mandates repetitive inspections to detect potential failures that could lead to engine detachment in flight.

Aug 24, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A380

EASA AD 2021-0186R1

[Correction] Equipment / Furnishings — External Hoist Assembly — Rated Load Check

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0186R1 is a correction to the emergency AD addressing the rated load check (RTC) requirement for Breeze external hoist assemblies installed on Leonardo AB139 and AW139 helicopters. It applies to specific Breeze hoist assembly part numbers, particularly those with replaced hoist cables or stored over 12 months. The AD mandates a one-time RTC to ensure the integrity and safe operation of the hoist assemblies.

Aug 23, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtLeonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AB139Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AW139Leonardo AB139Leonardo AW139

EASA AD CF-2021-29

Landing Gear — Nose Landing Gear — Nose Wheel Steering Selector Valve Slow to Deactivate

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2021-29 addresses an issue with the nose wheel steering selector valve (SSV) on Bombardier Inc. model BD-100-1A10 aeroplanes, serial numbers 20003 through 20892. The directive mandates replacing the affected SSV part number 41130-107 with a redesigned part number 41130-111 to prevent slow deactivation under low temperature conditions. This AD aims to enhance safety by reducing the risk of runway excursions caused by delayed transition to free castor mode.

Aug 23, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBombardier BD-100Bombardier BD-100-1A10

EASA AD 2021-0196

Placards and Markings — Emergency Exit Placards — Installation

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0196 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus Helicopters AS 332 and EC 225 models equipped with specific cabin plug doors. The directive mandates the installation of additional emergency exit placards on cabin plug doors to ensure clear and accurate instructions for emergency door operation. This AD applies to helicopters with cabin plug door part numbers 332A221301.XX, 332A251406.XX, and 332P222000.XX.

Aug 23, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters SA 330Airbus Helicopters AS 332Airbus Helicopters EC 225

EASA AD 2021-0197

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2022-0145

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0197 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting all Dassault Aviation Falcon 7X aeroplanes, including those modified to Falcon 8X standard. The directive addresses a potential safety issue related to the EASy avionics architecture that could lead to misleading data on display units. It mandates amendments to the aircraft flight manual, master minimum equipment list, and operational suitability manual to mitigate this risk.

Aug 23, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveFlight OpsSafety MgmtDassault Falcon 7XDassault Falcon 8X

EASA AD 2015-0094-CN

CANCELLED: Main Rotor Drive — Bi-Directional Suspension Cross-Bar — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive Cancellation Notice 2015-0094-CN is an official cancellation of the previous EASA AD 2015-0094 concerning the inspection of the main rotor drive bi-directional suspension cross-bar on Airbus Helicopters AS 350, AS 355, and EC 130 models. This cancellation applies to all serial numbers of AS 350 B, BA, BB, B1, B2, B3, D; AS 355 E, F, F1, F2, N, NP; and EC 130 B4 and T2 helicopters. The notice confirms that the inspection requirements have been incorporated into newer airworthiness limitation sections and related ADs.

Aug 20, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters AS 350Airbus Helicopters EC 130Airbus Helicopters AS 355

EASA AD 2010-0006-CN

CANCELLED: Time Limits / Maintenance Checks — Tail Rotor Pitch-Change Links — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive Cancellation Notice 2010-0006-CN cancels the previous EASA AD 2010-0006 concerning time limits and maintenance checks for tail rotor pitch-change links 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 affected tail rotor pitch-change link parts. The notice confirms that the inspection requirements have been incorporated into updated Airworthiness Limitations Sections for these helicopter models.

Aug 20, 2021
Agency DecisionMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters AS 350Airbus Helicopters EC 130Airbus Helicopters AS 355Airbus Helicopters AS 350 BAirbus Helicopters AS 350 BAAirbus Helicopters AS 350 BBAirbus Helicopters AS 350 B1Airbus Helicopters AS 350 B2Airbus Helicopters AS 350 B3Airbus Helicopters AS 350 DAirbus Helicopters AS 355 EAirbus Helicopters AS 355 FAirbus Helicopters AS 355 F1Airbus Helicopters AS 355 F2Airbus Helicopters AS 355 NAirbus Helicopters AS 355 NP

EASA AD 2021-0191-E

[Correction] Engine — Oil Pump — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0191-E is an emergency directive addressing the replacement of certain oil pumps on Austro Engine GmbH E4 and E4P engines. These engines are commonly installed on Diamond Aircraft Industries models DA 40 NG, DA 42 NG, DA 42 M-NG, and DA 62. The directive mandates replacement of affected oil pumps to prevent engine oil pressure loss and potential in-flight engine shutdown.

Aug 20, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAustro Engine Gmbh E4Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 40 NGDiamond Aircraft Industries DA 42 NGDiamond Aircraft Industries DA 42 M-NGDiamond Aircraft Industries DA 62

EASA AD 2021-0195

Rotorcraft Flight Manual — Engine Digital Electronic Control Unit Emergency Procedure — Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0195 is an amendment concerning Airbus Helicopters AS 350 B3 and EC 130 T2 models equipped with ARRIEL 2D engines. It addresses issues related to the Full Authority Digital Engine Control (FADEC) units that may cause in-flight failures affecting fuel flow regulation and engine monitoring displays. The directive mandates changes to the Rotorcraft Flight Manual emergency procedures to improve pilot response to these failures.

Aug 20, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveFlight OpsSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters AS 350Airbus Helicopters EC 130Airbus Helicopters AS 350 B3Airbus Helicopters EC 130 T2