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EASA AD 2017-0132R2

Engine — Forward Engine Mount Main Beam Snout — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2017-0132R2 is an updated regulatory requirement addressing the replacement of forward engine mount main beam snouts on Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aircraft equipped with CFM56-5A and CFM56-5B engines. The directive targets specific part numbers 642-2006-501 and 642-2006-503 of the forward engine mount main beam assemblies due to potential wear issues that could lead to engine detachment. It mandates inspections and replacement actions to ensure continued airworthiness and safety.

Aug 3, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A318Airbus A319Airbus A320Airbus A321

EASA AD 2021-0182

SUPERSEDED BY EASA ADR 2022-0003

The document titled SUPERSEDED BY EASA ADR 2022-0003 is an explanatory statement regarding the absence of an Airworthiness Directive (AD) document for the Airbus A400M aeroplane. It clarifies that no publicly available AD exists because there are currently no Airbus A400M aircraft in civil service. The document serves as an informational record provided by EASA to military airworthiness authorities and design approval holders.

Aug 2, 2021
OtherSafety MgmtAirbus Military A400MAirbus A400M

EASA AD 2021-0181

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2024-0008

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0181 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting all certified models and serial numbers of Airbus A300 aeroplanes. It mandates compliance with updated airworthiness limitations related to damage tolerant maintenance tasks, specifically incorporating Airbus A300 Airworthiness Limitations Section Part 2 Variation 3.3. This directive ensures continued airworthiness by requiring operators to follow new and more restrictive maintenance tasks as approved by EASA.

Jul 30, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A300

EASA AD US-2021-14-13

Engine - High Pressure Turbine Stage 2 Air Seal Assembly - Inspection / Replacement

Airworthiness Directive 2021-14-13 is a final rule issued by the FAA addressing Pratt & Whitney PW2037, PW2037M, PW2040, and F117-PW-100 turbofan engines. It mandates inspections and potential replacement of the high-pressure turbine (HPT) 2nd-stage air seal assembly due to risks of cracks that could lead to uncontained engine failure. This directive aims to ensure continued airworthiness and safety of affected engines.

Jul 29, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtPratt & Whitney PW2000

EASA AD CF-2021-26

Main Rotor — Pitch Link Assembly Clevis Fracture

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2021-26 addresses a critical safety issue affecting Bell Textron Canada Limited model 430 helicopters, serial numbers 49001 through 49129. The directive mandates inspections and corrective actions on the main rotor pitch link assembly clevis and universal bearings to prevent fractures that could lead to loss of helicopter control. This AD was issued following fatal accidents linked to fatigue fractures in the pitch link clevis.

Jul 29, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBell 430Bell Textron Canada Limited 430

EASA SIB AIR-21-11

Rotorcraft Servo System - Pre-Take-Off Check

The Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin SAIB: AIR-21-11 is an FAA informational bulletin addressing the rotorcraft servo system on Robinson Helicopter Company Model R66, R44, and R44 II helicopters equipped with D212-1, D212-5, and D212-6 hydraulic servos manufactured before April 2014. It highlights a potential issue with servo wear that can cause stiff cyclic controls during flight. This bulletin is not a mandatory directive but provides important safety information for operators of these specific Robinson helicopter models.

Jul 29, 2021
Safety Information BulletinFlight OpsMaintenanceSafety MgmtRobinson R44 (Raven)Robinson R66

EASA SIB SAFO21004

Air Traffic Control Notification and Pilot Awareness When Conducting an Instrument Landing System Autoland Procedure

SAFO 21004 is a Safety Alert for Operators issued by the FAA Flight Standards Service that addresses the importance of notifying Air Traffic Control (ATC) when conducting Instrument Landing System (ILS) autoland procedures. It highlights pilot awareness during coupled approaches and autoland maneuvers to prevent deviations caused by localizer signal interference. This alert applies broadly to operators using ILS autoland systems, regardless of weather conditions.

Jul 28, 2021
Safety Information BulletinFlight OpsSafety Mgmt

EASA AD CF-2021-24

Cabin Equipment / Furnishings — Defective Baggage Nets

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2021-24 addresses defective baggage nets installed on Diamond Aircraft Industries Inc. models DA 40, DA 40 D, DA 40 F, DA 40 NG, and DA 62. The directive mandates the removal and replacement of Quick Fix Baggage Net Assemblies with defective buckles that may fail to restrain baggage or cargo, posing a risk of injury during emergency landings. It also prohibits the installation of affected baggage nets as replacement parts on these aircraft models.

Jul 28, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtDiamond Aircraft Industries, DA 40Diamond Aircraft Industries, DA 62Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 40Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 40 DDiamond Aircraft Industries DA 40 FDiamond Aircraft Industries DA 40 NGDiamond Aircraft Industries DA 62

EASA SIB SAFO21003

Inspection of Lavatory Fire Extinguishing Bottles on Aircraft Parked or Stored for a Prolonged Period of Time in a High-Temperature Environment

SAFO 21003 is a Safety Alert for Operators issued by the FAA regarding the inspection of lavatory fire extinguishing bottles on aircraft parked or stored for prolonged periods in high-temperature environments. This alert applies to operators under 14 CFR Parts 91K, 121, 125, and 135 and highlights the risk of discharged lavatory fire extinguishing bottles due to elevated cabin temperatures. The document emphasizes the need for inspection during return-to-service maintenance checks to ensure safety.

Jul 28, 2021
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety Mgmt

EASA AD US-2021-14-10

Equipment / Furnishings - Forward Cargo Compartment Insulation Blankets - Inspection

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airworthiness Directive 2021-14-10 is a final rule addressing certain Boeing 747-400, 747-400D, and 747-400F series airplanes. It mandates inspections of the forward cargo compartment insulation blankets for degraded Boeing Material Specification (BMS) 8-39 urethane foam, which has diminished fire-retardant properties with age. The directive requires replacement of exposed or compromised foam and seals to maintain fire safety standards.

Jul 27, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 747Boeing 747-400Boeing 747-400DBoeing 747-400F

EASA AD 2021-0179

Equipment / Furnishings — Hoist Support Assembly — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0179 is an airworthiness directive affecting Leonardo S.p.A. AW109SP helicopters. It mandates inspections of Goodrich hoist support assemblies, part number 109-0705V04-301, due to reported corrosion issues that could compromise structural integrity and safety during hoist operations.

Jul 27, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtLeonardo S.P.A. Helicopters A109Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters A119Leonardo AW109SP

EASA AD 2021-0088R1

Engine Fuel & Control — Digital Engine Control Unit — Software Update

The document titled 'Engine Fuel & Control — Digital Engine Control Unit — Software Update' pertains to the SAFRAN HELICOPTER ENGINES ARRIUS 2 engine model. It addresses updates to the software of the digital engine control unit used in these engines. This update is relevant for operators and maintenance organizations managing aircraft powered by the ARRIUS 2 engine.

Jul 26, 2021
OtherMaintenanceSafran ARRIUS 2

EASA AD 2021-0175

[Correction] Landing Gear — Main Landing Gear Sliding Tubes — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0175 is a corrective AD addressing inspection requirements for main landing gear sliding tubes on Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aircraft. It mandates repetitive general visual inspections of affected landing gear sliding tubes identified in three batches, with specific part and serial numbers, to detect cracks caused by improper magnetic particle inspections during overhaul. The AD applies to all manufacturer serial numbers of the specified Airbus models and includes instructions for corrective actions and terminating actions.

Jul 23, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A318Airbus A319Airbus A320Airbus A321

EASA AD US-2021-13-16

Engine - Lower Fuel Manifold - Inspection

Federal Aviation Administration Airworthiness Directive 2021-13-16 is a final rule addressing certain General Electric Company GEnx-2B67, GEnx-2B67/P, and GEnx-2B67B model turbofan engines. It mandates inspections of the lower fuel manifold due to reported cracks causing fuel leakage. This directive applies to engines installed on aircraft such as the Boeing 747-8.

Jul 23, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtGeneral Electric GEnxBoeing 747-8

EASA AD CF-2021-25

Equipment / Furnishings — Monuments — Tie-Rod Preload on Interior Monuments

The Airworthiness Directive CF-2021-25 issued by Transport Canada addresses tie-rod preload issues on interior monuments in Airbus Canada Limited Partnership aircraft models BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11. The directive mandates inspection and adjustment of tie-rod assemblies in specific cabin areas to prevent potential hazards during emergency landings. This directive applies to aircraft with serial numbers 50010 through 50040 for BD-500-1A10 and 55003 through 55057 for BD-500-1A11.

Jul 23, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus BD-500 (A220 Series)Airbus Canada BD-500-1A10Airbus Canada BD-500-1A11

EASA AD US-2021-15-03

Wings - Flap Yoke Fitting Assemblies - Replacement / Life Limit

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2021-15-03 addresses certain Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation Model GVII-G500 airplanes. This directive mandates replacement of flap inboard and outboard yoke fitting assemblies and establishes a 20,000 flight cycle life limit for specific flap yoke fitting part numbers. It aims to prevent flap yoke fitting failure that could lead to asymmetric flap positions and potential loss of airplane control.

Jul 23, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtGulfstream Aerospace Corporation GVIIGulfstream GVII-G500

EASA SIB 2020-14R1

Contamination of Air Data Systems During Aircraft Parking and / or Storage due to the COVID-19 Pandemic

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2020-14R1 addresses contamination of air data systems during aircraft parking and storage related to the COVID-19 pandemic. It highlights issues with unreliable speed and altitude indications caused by foreign object contamination, such as insect nests in pitot static systems, affecting all parked or stored aircraft regardless of duration. The bulletin provides guidance for continuing airworthiness management organisations, maintenance organisations, commercial air transport operators, and national authorities to mitigate these risks.

Jul 22, 2021
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety Mgmt

EASA AD 2021-0176

Engine — Critical Parts — Removal from Service

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0176 is an official regulatory document addressing Rolls-Royce RB211 Trent 900 series engines, specifically models Trent 970-84, 970B-84, 972-84, 972B-84, and 972E-84. It mandates the removal from service of certain critical engine parts identified by part number and serial number due to incorrect life usage records. The directive aims to ensure continued airworthiness and prevent potential engine failures.

Jul 22, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtRolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg RB211 TRENT 900

EASA AD US-2021-14-19

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

Federal Aviation Administration Airworthiness Directive 2021-14-19 is a final rule addressing certain International Aero Engines AG V2500 model turbofan engines installed on aircraft such as the Airbus A321-231. This directive mandates ultrasonic inspections of the high-pressure turbine (HPT) 1st-stage and 2nd-stage disks to detect potential failures that could lead to uncontained disk failure and engine damage.

Jul 22, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtInternational Aero Engines Ag V2500-( )5Airbus A321-231

EASA AD 2021-0173

Oxygen — Courier Area Oxygen Distribution System Flexible Hoses — Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0173 is an airworthiness directive addressing the inspection and replacement of flexible hoses in the courier area oxygen distribution system on certain Airbus A330-243, A330-322, and A330-343 aircraft modified with EASA Supplemental Type Certificates 10063795 and 10063798. The directive targets specific flexible hose part numbers prone to cracking, which could lead to oxygen leakage and potential injury to occupants. It mandates inspections, functional testing, and replacement with improved hoses to ensure continued airworthiness.

Jul 21, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A330