EASA Regulations & Airworthiness Directives

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EASA AD 2022-0002

Landing Gear — Wheel / Tapered Outer Bearing — Inspection

The document titled 'Landing Gear — Wheel / Tapered Outer Bearing — Inspection' is an explanatory statement issued by EASA regarding the absence of an Airworthiness Directive (AD) for the Airbus A400M aircraft. Since there are currently no Airbus A400M aeroplanes in civil service, no public AD exists, and this record serves informational purposes only. The document advises that legally binding AD requirements for this aircraft type are issued by the relevant military authorities depending on the country of registration.

Jan 11, 2022
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Military A400MAirbus A400M

EASA AD 2022-0005

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks — Airworthiness Limitations Section — Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0005 is an amendment addressing the time limits and maintenance checks in the Airworthiness Limitations Section for SAFRAN Helicopter Engines ARRIUS 1A1 engines. These engines are commonly installed on Airbus Helicopters AS355 NP twin-engine helicopters. The directive mandates compliance with updated maintenance tasks and life limits to ensure continued airworthiness.

Jan 11, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtSafran ARRIUS 1Airbus Helicopters AS355 NP

EASA AD US-2021-19-15

Equipment / Furnishings - Galley Mounted Attendant Seat Fittings - Modification

Airworthiness Directive 2021-19-15 is a final rule issued by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) addressing certain Boeing 777-200, -200LR, -300, and -300ER series airplanes. This directive mandates modifications to galley mounted attendant seat fittings to correct non-compliance issues found in some in-service installations. The directive aims to enhance flight attendant safety by ensuring seat fittings can withstand high-G crash conditions.

Jan 10, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 777Boeing 777-200Boeing 777-200LRBoeing 777-300Boeing 777-300ER

EASA AD 2022-0001

Wings — Inner Rear Spar Trailing Edge — Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0001 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes. It mandates modifications to the wing inner rear spar trailing edge to address fuel leakage issues. The directive applies to all serial numbers except those with Airbus modifications 78726 and 78091 already incorporated in production.

Jan 7, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A380

EASA SIB CE-13-27R1

Airplanes with Cable-driven Flight Controls - Frayed Flap Extend Cables

The Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) CE-13-27R1 addresses the issue of frayed flap extend cables in airplanes with cable-driven flight controls, specifically including numerous Textron Aviation, Inc. (formerly Cessna) models such as the 310, 320, 335, 336, 337, 340, 401, 402, 411, 414, 421, and 425 series. This bulletin serves as an informational reminder to operators and maintenance personnel about the importance of thorough inspections of flight control cables to prevent failures. It does not impose mandatory requirements but highlights safety concerns related to cable wear and inspection challenges.

Jan 6, 2022
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtTextron Aviation 310Textron Aviation 320 (Skyknight)Textron Aviation 321Textron Aviation 335Textron Aviation 336Textron Aviation 337 (Super Skymaster)Textron Aviation 340Textron Aviation 401Textron Aviation 402Textron Aviation 411Textron Aviation 414Textron Aviation 421Textron Aviation 425 (Conquest)

EASA AD CF-2021-49

Landing Gear — Landing Gear System — General

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2021-49 addresses the landing gear system for MHI RJ Aviation ULC model CL-600-2C10, CL-600-2C11, CL-600-2D15, CL-600-2D24, and CL-600-2E25 aircraft. It mandates verification of the calendar age of main and nose landing gear components and requires removal and replacement of components older than 10 years. The directive aims to prevent landing gear collapse due to corrosion by enforcing maintenance and overhaul standards.

Jan 5, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtMHI RJ Aviation CL-600 (Regional Jet)MHI RJ Aviation ULC CL-600-2C10MHI RJ Aviation ULC CL-600-2C11MHI RJ Aviation ULC CL-600-2D15MHI RJ Aviation ULC CL-600-2D24MHI RJ Aviation ULC CL-600-2E25

EASA AD 2020-FATA-01020A-13

NOT ADOPTED - EASA DECISION ATTACHED

EASA Decision not to adopt Federal Air Transport Agency (FATA) Airworthiness Directive 2020-FATA-01020A-13, which applies to aeroplanes with manufacturer serial numbers from 95007 through 95177. This decision follows a review of additional information from Irkut Corporation JSC and concludes that the issue addressed by the FATA AD does not meet EASA Part 21 criteria for AD action. Therefore, EASA will not implement this directive for the affected aircraft.

Jan 4, 2022
Agency DecisionMaintenanceSafety MgmtIrkut Corporation Jsc RRJ-95

EASA AD 2017-0042-CN

CANCELLED: Main Rotor Drive / Engine Oil — Main Gearbox Oil Cooler — Inspection

CANCELLED: Main Rotor Drive / Engine Oil — Main Gearbox Oil Cooler — Inspection is a document concerning Airbus Helicopters models SA 330, AS 332, and EC 225. It originally addressed inspection requirements related to the main rotor drive, engine oil, and main gearbox oil cooler systems. The document has now been officially cancelled and is no longer in effect.

Jan 3, 2022
OtherMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters SA 330Airbus Helicopters AS 332Airbus Helicopters EC 225

EASA AD US-2021-24-02

Electrical Power - Observer Station Circuit Breaker Panel - Inspection

Federal Register Volume 86, Number 246, titled 'Electrical Power - Observer Station Circuit Breaker Panel - Inspection' is a final rule airworthiness directive issued by the FAA affecting all Boeing Model MD-11 and MD-11F airplanes. It addresses wire chafing incidents on the observer station circuit breaker panel that could lead to electrical power loss and potential in-flight fire.

Jan 3, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing MD-11Boeing MD-11F

EASA AD US-2021-26-04

Engine - Fan Hub Assembly - Inspection / Replacement

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2021-26-04 addresses Engine Alliance GP7270 and GP7277 model turbofan engines. This directive mandates inspections and potential replacement of the engine fan hub assembly to prevent uncontained engine failures. It applies specifically to engine fan hub assemblies with part numbers 5760221, 5760321, or 5760001.

Jan 3, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtEngine Alliance GP7200

EASA AD US-2021-23-21

Fuselage - Aft Wheel Well Bulkhead Structural Joints - Inspection

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2021-23-21 addresses certain Boeing 787-8 and 787-9 airplanes. It mandates repetitive inspections of the aft wheel well bulkhead structural joints due to improper shimming during assembly, which may cause fatigue cracking. The directive requires repair of any detected cracks to maintain structural integrity.

Jan 3, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 787Boeing 787-8Boeing 787-9

EASA AD US-2021-23-20

Fuselage - Wing Front Spar Structural Joints - Inspection

Federal Register Volume 86, Number 231 (December 6, 2021) Final Rule titled 'Fuselage - Wing Front Spar Structural Joints - Inspection' is an FAA Airworthiness Directive (AD 2021-23-20) applicable to certain Boeing 787-8 and 787-9 airplanes. It addresses structural joint assembly issues that may reduce fatigue thresholds, requiring repetitive inspections and repairs of the front spar pickle fork and outer chord areas to maintain airworthiness.

Jan 3, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 787Boeing 787-8Boeing 787-9

EASA AD US-2021-25-11

Stabilizers - Horizontal Stabilator Tip Tube and Weight Assemblies - Inspection

Airworthiness Directive 2021-25-11 is a final rule issued by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) addressing Piper Aircraft, Inc. Model PA-23-250 airplanes. It mandates inspections and modifications of the horizontal stabilator tip tube and weight assemblies to detect and correct cracks and prevent structural weakening. This directive applies to specific serial-numbered Piper PA-23-250 airplanes and updates previous inspection requirements.

Jan 3, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtPiper Aircraft PA-23 (Aztec)Piper PA-23-250

EASA AD 2021-FATA-01020A-08

NOT ADOPTED - EASA DECISION ATTACHED

The document titled NOT ADOPTED - EASA DECISION ATTACHED is an official decision by EASA not to adopt the Russian Federation's Federal Air Transport Agency Airworthiness Directive 2021-FATA-01020A-08. This directive was applicable to aeroplanes with manufacturer serial numbers 95175, 95177, and from 95179 through 95185 inclusive. After reviewing additional information from Irkut Corporation JSC, EASA determined that the issue addressed does not meet the criteria for AD action under EASA Part 21.

Dec 29, 2021
Agency DecisionMaintenanceSafety MgmtIrkut Corporation Jsc RRJ-95

EASA AD CF-2021-52

NOT ELIGIBLE FOR ADOPTION - EASA POSITION ATTACHED

The document titled NOT ELIGIBLE FOR ADOPTION - EASA POSITION ATTACHED is an official position from EASA regarding Transport Canada Civil Aviation (TCCA) Airworthiness Directive CF-2021-52. This TCCA AD applies to transport and commuter aeroplanes equipped with radio (radar) altimeters and requires revisions to the Aircraft Flight Manual to restrict certain operations in U.S. airspace when 5G C-Band interference is present. EASA has determined that TCCA AD CF-2021-52 is not eligible for adoption within its jurisdiction due to applicability issues involving aeroplane types for which TCCA is not the State of Design.

Dec 24, 2021
Agency DecisionFlight OpsSafety Mgmt

EASA AD CF-2021-53

NOT ELIGIBLE FOR ADOPTION - EASA POSITION ATTACHED

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2021-53 addresses the risk of interference to radio altimeters on helicopters from 5G C-Band wireless broadband signals. It applies to all helicopters certified by Airbus Helicopters, Airbus Helicopters Deutschland GmbH, Bell Textron Canada Limited, Hélicoptères Guimbal, and Leonardo S.p.a. equipped with radio altimeters. The directive prohibits certain operations requiring radio altimeter data when 5G C-Band interference is present, particularly in U.S. airspace.

Dec 24, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveFlight OpsSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters AllAirbus Helicopters Deutschland GmbH AllBell Textron Canada Limited AllHélicoptères Guimbal AllLeonardo S.p.a. All

EASA AD 2021-FATA-01020A-07

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks — Airworthiness Limitations Section — Amendment

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks — Airworthiness Limitations Section — Amendment is an amendment document concerning the IRKUT CORPORATION JSC RRJ-95 aircraft. It addresses updates to the airworthiness limitations section related to time limits and maintenance checks for this specific aircraft type. The amendment aims to ensure continued airworthiness and safety compliance for the RRJ-95.

Dec 24, 2021
OtherMaintenanceSafety MgmtIrkut Corporation Jsc RRJ-95

EASA AD 2021-0290

[Correction] Time Limits / Maintenance Checks — Airworthiness Limitations Section — Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0290 is a correction issued on 23 December 2021 concerning Airbus Helicopters Deutschland GmbH MBB-BK117 D-3 and D-3m helicopters. It mandates compliance with updated airworthiness limitations and maintenance tasks as specified in the Airworthiness Limitations Section (ALS) to ensure continued airworthiness. The directive applies to all serial numbers of the affected helicopter models.

Dec 23, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters MBB-BK 117Airbus Helicopters MBB-BK117 D-3Airbus Helicopters MBB-BK117 D-3m

EASA AD 2021-FATA-01020A-06

Pneumatic - Leak Detection System Sensors - Inspection / Replacement

The Pneumatic - Leak Detection System Sensors - Inspection / Replacement document pertains to the IRKUT CORPORATION JSC RRJ-95 aircraft type. It provides guidance on inspecting and replacing sensors within the pneumatic leak detection system to ensure continued airworthiness and safety. This document is essential for maintaining the integrity of the pneumatic systems on the RRJ-95 aircraft.

Dec 23, 2021
OtherMaintenanceSafety MgmtIrkut Corporation Jsc RRJ-95IRKUT RRJ-95

EASA AD 2021-0289-E

Rotorcraft Flight Manual / Section 2 and 3 — Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0289-E is an emergency directive addressing Airbus Helicopters Deutschland GmbH MBB-BK117 C-2, D-2, D3, and D-3m helicopters of all variants and serial numbers. It mandates amendments to the Rotorcraft Flight Manual (RFM) Sections 2 and 3 to incorporate temporary revisions related to the inlet barrier filter (IBF) system. The directive aims to mitigate engine flame out risks caused by partial icing of the IBF engine intakes during operations in falling snow.

Dec 23, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveFlight OpsSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters MBB-BK 117Airbus Helicopters MBB-BK117 C-2Airbus Helicopters MBB-BK117 D-2Airbus Helicopters MBB-BK117 D3Airbus Helicopters MBB-BK117 D-3m