EASA Regulations & Airworthiness Directives

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EASA AD 2022-0013

Equipment / furnishings — Escape Slide-Raft at Passenger Doors 3 — Inflatable Free Aisle Restrictor — Modification / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0013 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A350-941 aeroplanes. It addresses the escape slide-raft at passenger doors 3 equipped with the inflatable free aisle restrictor system. The directive mandates modification or replacement of specific affected escape slide-raft parts to ensure proper functionality during emergency evacuations.

Jan 25, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A350Airbus A350-941

EASA AD US-2021-25-09

Flight Controls - Angle of Attack Sensor - Inspection /Replacement

Federal Register Volume 86, Number 246, Final Rule titled 'Flight Controls - Angle of Attack Sensor - Inspection /Replacement' is an FAA Airworthiness Directive (AD 2021-25-09) applicable to Boeing 737-200 and -200C series airplanes. It addresses issues with angle of attack (AOA) sensors that may freeze due to insufficient heating, causing nuisance stick shaker activation during climb acceleration.

Jan 25, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 737Boeing 737-200Boeing 737-200C

EASA AD US-2022-02-18

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks — Airworthiness Limitations Section — Amendment

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2022-02-18 is a final rule addressing General Electric Company CF6-80C2A1, CF6-80C2A2, CF6-80C2A3, CF6-80C2A5, CF6-80C2A5F, and CF6-80C2A8 turbofan engines equipped with left-hand rear mount link assembly part number 1846M23G01. This directive mandates revisions to the airworthiness limitations section of the engine maintenance manual and the operator's continuous airworthiness maintenance program to reflect a reduced life limit for the specified engine part. The directive aims to enhance safety by preventing potential engine mount failures.

Jan 25, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtGeneral Electric CF6-80C

EASA AD US-2021-26-06

Engine - Transfer Gearbox Radial Gearshaft - Inspection / Replacement

Federal Register Volume 87, Number 7 Airworthiness Directive 2021-26-06 is a final rule issued by the FAA addressing certain General Electric Company GE90 model turbofan engines. It mandates inspection and possible replacement of the transfer gearbox (TGB) radial bevel gearshaft due to failures that caused two in-flight shutdowns. The directive applies to GE90-76B, GE90-85B, GE90-90B, GE90-94B, GE90-110B1, and GE90-115B engines with affected serial numbers.

Jan 21, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtGeneral Electric GE90

EASA AD 2022-0011

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2022-0250

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0011 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A350-941 and A350-1041 aeroplanes. It addresses issues related to the lightning strike edge glow sealant protection on the upper and lower wing skin cover edges to prevent potential ignition sources inside wing fuel tanks. The directive mandates inspections and modifications to ensure continued airworthiness and safety of the affected aircraft.

Jan 21, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A350Airbus A350-941Airbus A350-1041

EASA AD 2022-0010

Navigation - Glide Slope Antenna — Inspection / Cleaning / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0010 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency concerning Leonardo S.p.A AW189 helicopters. It addresses inspection, cleaning, and replacement requirements for the glide slope antenna and its coaxial connectors, specifically part numbers 6208-88-62 and PE4958. The directive aims to ensure safe automated glide slope approaches by preventing erratic signals caused by sealant contamination on affected antenna parts.

Jan 20, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtLeonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AW189Leonardo AW189

EASA AD US-2021-26-19

Engine - High Pressure Turbine Rotor Stage 1 Disk - Replacement

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2021-26-19 addresses certain General Electric Company CF34-8C and CF34-8E model turbofan engines. It requires the removal and replacement of the high-pressure turbine (HPT) rotor stage 1 disk, part number 4125T22P04, due to a manufacturing quality escape that could lead to disk failure. This directive applies to engines with specific serial numbers and aims to ensure continued airworthiness and safety.

Jan 19, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtGeneral Electric CF34-8

EASA AD 2022-0008

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2023-0021

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0008 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting GE Aviation Czech H75, H80, and H85 engine models installed on various aircraft including the Aircraft Industries L410-UVP-E20 and L410-NG, RUAG Aerospace Do 28 series, Thrush Aircraft 510G and S-2R series, and Viking Air DHC-3 Otter aeroplanes. The directive mandates compliance with updated airworthiness limitations published in the GEAC Engine Maintenance Manual to ensure continued safe operation of these engines.

Jan 19, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtGe Aviation Czech H75, H80, H85Aircraft Industries L410-UVP-E20Aircraft Industries L410-NGRUAG Aerospace Do 28Thrush Aircraft 510GThrush Aircraft S-2RViking Air DHC-3 Otter

EASA AD US-2022-02-16

SUPERSEDED BY FAA AD 2023-12-10

FAA Airworthiness Directive 2022-02-16 is a final rule addressing all Boeing 787-8, 787-9, and 787-10 airplanes. It responds to interference issues caused by 5G C-Band wireless broadband operations in the 3.7-3.98 GHz frequency band that affect radio altimeters and related airplane systems during landing. This directive mandates revisions to the airplane flight manual to incorporate new limitations and operating procedures to mitigate risks associated with degraded deceleration performance and longer landing distances.

Jan 19, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveFlight OpsSafety MgmtBoeing 787Boeing 787-8Boeing 787-9Boeing 787-10

EASA AD US-2021-26-09

Tail Rotor - Tail Rotor Hub - Inspections / Removal

Federal Register Volume 86, Number 238 (December 15, 2021) is a final rule airworthiness directive issued by the FAA for Brantly Helicopters Industries U.S.A. Co., Ltd. Model 305 and Brantly International, Inc. Models B-2, B-2A, and B-2B helicopters. It addresses cracks found in the tail rotor hub, specifically part numbers 161-1 and 2951, which could compromise tail rotor control.

Jan 19, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBrantly Helicopters Industries U.S.A. Co., 305Orphaned (No Tc Holder) BRANTLYBrantly Helicopters Industries U.S.A. Co. Model 305Brantly International, Inc. B-2Brantly International, Inc. B-2ABrantly International, Inc. B-2B

EASA AD 2022-0007

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks — Airworthiness Limitations Section — Implementation

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0007 is an airworthiness directive addressing the LEAP-1A series engines manufactured by CFM International, installed on Airbus A319, A320, and A321 aircraft. It mandates compliance with updated airworthiness limitations and maintenance checks as specified in the LEAP-1A Engine Shop Manual Chapter 05 and related service bulletins. The directive applies to various LEAP-1A engine models and specific life-limited parts identified by part and serial numbers.

Jan 19, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtCFM International LEAP-1ACFM International LEAP-1CAirbus A319Airbus A320Airbus A321

EASA AD BR-2021-11-01R1

Equipment / Furnishings - Divan Shroud / Sideledge Panel Fairing - Installation

Brazilian Airworthiness Directive AD No. 2021-11-01R1 is an official regulatory document issued by the Agência Nacional de Aviação Civil (ANAC) that applies to Embraer S.A. model EMB-545 and EMB-550 airplanes. The directive mandates the installation of a protective fairing covering the divan shroud and sideledge panel to address a safety concern related to the shoulder belt retraction mechanism. This AD ensures continued airworthiness and safety compliance for affected aircraft registered in Brazil.

Jan 18, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtEmbraer EMB-545Embraer EMB-550

EASA AD US-2019-23-04

Fuel - Fuel Quantity Indicating System - Modification

EASA Decision to adopt FAA AD 2019-23-04 is an airworthiness directive concerning certain Boeing 727 aeroplanes equipped with Boeing body-mounted auxiliary fuel tanks. It mandates modification of the fuel quantity indicating system (FQIS) to prevent ignition sources inside these auxiliary fuel tanks caused by electrical faults. This decision aligns EASA regulations with the FAA's safety requirements.

Jan 14, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 727

EASA AD US-2020-03-11

Fuel - Fuel Quantity Indicating System - Modification

EASA Decision to adopt FAA AD 2020-03-11 is an airworthiness directive addressing the modification of the fuel quantity indicating system (FQIS) on certain Boeing 707, 720, and 720B aeroplanes. The directive aims to prevent the development of an ignition source inside the center fuel tank caused by electrical fault conditions. Although no affected aircraft are currently registered in EASA member states, the decision aligns with FAA safety measures.

Jan 14, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 707Boeing 720Boeing 720B

EASA AD US-2021-26-17

Equipment / Furnishings - Passenger Service Units and Life Vest Panels - Inspection / Modification

Airworthiness Directive 2021-26-17 is a final rule issued by the FAA addressing certain Boeing 737-600, -700, -700C, -800, -900, and -900ER series airplanes without Boeing Sky Interior. It supersedes AD 2019-03-26 and focuses on inspection and modification of passenger service units (PSUs) and life vest panels to ensure correct lanyard assemblies and proper part number re-identification. The directive aims to prevent PSUs and life vest panels from detaching, which could cause passenger injuries and hinder evacuation.

Jan 13, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 737Boeing 737-600Boeing 737-700Boeing 737-700CBoeing 737-800Boeing 737-900Boeing 737-900ER

EASA AD US-2021-24-14

Engine Exhaust - Thrust Reverser Translating Sleeve Secondary Sliders - Check / Replacement

The Federal Aviation Administration Airworthiness Directive 2021-24-14 is a final rule addressing certain Boeing 787-8, 787-9, and 787-10 airplanes powered by Rolls-Royce Trent 1000 engines. It targets damage found in the thrust reverser translating sleeve secondary sliders caused by contact with the slider track liner, which could reduce the fatigue life of these components. This directive mandates inspections and possible replacement of affected thrust reversers to ensure continued airworthiness.

Jan 12, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 787Boeing 787-8Boeing 787-9Boeing 787-10

EASA AD US-2022-02-05

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

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2022-02-05 addresses certain Pratt & Whitney PW1500G and PW1900G model turbofan engines installed on aircraft such as the Airbus A321-231. This directive mandates the removal and replacement of specific high-pressure turbine (HPT) 1st-stage and 2nd-stage disks due to a risk of uncontained disk failure. The directive aims to prevent engine damage and potential loss of the airplane caused by high-energy debris from disk failures.

Jan 12, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtPratt & Whitney PW1500GPratt & Whitney PW1900GAirbus A321-231

EASA AD CF-2022-01

Placards and Markings — Elevator and Rudder Surface Rigging Inaccuracy Resulting from Flight Control Decal Positional Offset

Airworthiness Directive CF-2022-01 addresses issues related to placards and markings on Airbus Canada Limited Partnership aeroplanes, specifically models BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11. The directive focuses on inaccuracies in elevator and rudder surface rigging caused by positional offsets of flight control decals. It applies to specific serial numbers of these aircraft models and mandates inspection and corrective maintenance actions.

Jan 12, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus BD-500 (A220 Series)Airbus Canada BD-500-1A10Airbus Canada BD-500-1A11

EASA AD 2021-0184R2

Tail Rotor — Tail Gearbox Angular Clearance — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0184R2 is an updated safety directive addressing the inspection of tail gearbox angular clearance on Airbus Helicopters AS 332 L2 and EC 225 LP models. It mandates repetitive inspections of specific tail gearbox parts to detect angular clearance issues that could lead to structural failure of the tail gearbox drive. The directive applies to tail gearboxes with part numbers 332A36.3001.00, 332A36.3002.00, and 332A36.5001.01.

Jan 12, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters SA 330Airbus Helicopters AS 332Airbus Helicopters EC 225Airbus Helicopters AS 332 L2Airbus Helicopters EC 225 LP

EASA AD 2022-0004

Fuselage — Aft Flight Compartment Window Rear Lower Corner and Fuselage Skin — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0004 is an airworthiness directive affecting Airbus A300 B2-203, B2K-3C, B4-203, B4-2C, C4-203, and F4-203 aeroplanes. It mandates inspections of the aft flight compartment window rear lower corner and adjacent fuselage skin to detect cracks that could compromise structural integrity. The directive requires specific ultrasonic and detailed visual inspections following Airbus Service Bulletin A300-53-0278 Revision 03.

Jan 11, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A300Airbus A300 B2-203Airbus A300 B2K-3CAirbus A300 B4-203Airbus A300 B4-2CAirbus A300 C4-203Airbus A300 F4-203