EASA Regulations & Airworthiness Directives

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EASA AD 2021-0174

Rotorcraft Flight Manual — Supplements / One-Engine Inoperative Performance Limitations — Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0174 is an amendment concerning the Rotorcraft Flight Manual supplements related to One-Engine Inoperative performance limitations for Airbus Helicopters AS 332 L2 and EC 225 LP models. The directive addresses discrepancies in the flight manuals regarding stay-up flying capabilities for Category B operations. It mandates updates to the Rotorcraft Flight Manual to ensure compliance with applicable airworthiness standards.

Jul 21, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveFlight OpsSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters SA 330Airbus Helicopters AS 332Airbus Helicopters EC 225Airbus Helicopters AS 332 L2Airbus Helicopters EC 225 LP

EASA AD US-2021-13-10

Wings - Lower Wing Skin - Inspection

Federal Aviation Administration Airworthiness Directive 2021-13-10 is a final rule addressing certain Boeing Company Model 777 airplanes. It mandates repetitive inspections of the lower wing skin fuel tank and dry bay access door cutouts due to fatigue cracking caused by corrosion damage. The directive aims to ensure continued structural integrity and safety of affected aircraft.

Jul 21, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 777

EASA AD 2021-0152R1

Fuselage — Main Gearbox Suspension Bar Fittings and Screws — Replacement [Life Limitation]

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0152R1 is a regulatory document addressing the replacement and life limitation of main gearbox suspension bar fittings and screws on Airbus Helicopters SA 330 J models. It applies specifically to parts modified in service per Eurocopter France Service Bulletin No. 01.20, excluding those replaced with new parts during the retrofit mod 07 40043. The directive mandates inspection and potential replacement of affected parts to prevent structural failure and loss of helicopter control.

Jul 20, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters SA 330Airbus Helicopters AS 332Airbus Helicopters EC 225Airbus Helicopters SA 330 J

EASA AD CF-2021-17R1

Oxygen — Supply System Flexible Oxygen Hose — Inspection and Replacement

The Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2021-17R1 titled "Oxygen — Supply System Flexible Oxygen Hose — Inspection and Replacement" applies to Bombardier BD-700-1A10 and BD-700-1A11 aircraft with serial numbers 9002 to 9879 and 9998. It addresses the inspection and mandatory replacement of certain flexible oxygen hoses manufactured by O2 Corporation that have been found to be cracked, brittle, or broken, posing risks of oxygen leaks and potential fire hazards. The directive mandates inspections, testing, and replacement of affected hoses to ensure continued safe oxygen supply to crew and passengers.

Jul 20, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBombardier BD-700Bombardier BD-700-1A10Bombardier BD-700-1A11

EASA AD 2021-0172

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2022-0120

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0120 addresses safety requirements for Airbus S.A.S. aircraft models A318, A319, A320, and A321. This directive supersedes previous related directives to update and consolidate airworthiness instructions for these aircraft types. It ensures continued operational safety and regulatory compliance for operators of these Airbus models.

Jul 20, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A318Airbus A319Airbus A320Airbus A321

EASA SIB AIR-21-10

Forward Wing Spar to Fuselage Attachment Fittings - Visual Inspection

The Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin SAIB: AIR-21-10 is an FAA advisory concerning potential corrosion in the forward wing spar to fuselage attachment fittings on certain Piper Aircraft, Inc. models including PA-28, PA-32, PA-34, and PA-44 series airplanes. It highlights the risk of galvanic corrosion between steel fittings and aluminum spars in areas that may be difficult to inspect visually. This bulletin provides information to owners and operators but does not mandate regulatory action.

Jul 19, 2021
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtPiper Aircraft PA-28 (Archer)Piper Aircraft PA-28 (Cadet)Piper Aircraft PA-28 (Cherokee)Piper Aircraft PA-28 (Dakota)Piper Aircraft PA-28 (Warrior)Piper Aircraft PA-28R (Arrow)Piper Aircraft PA-32 (Cherokee Six)Piper Aircraft PA-32 (Piper 6X)Piper Aircraft PA-32 (Saratoga)Piper Aircraft PA-32R (Lance)Piper Aircraft PA-34 (Seneca)Piper Aircraft PA-44 (Seminole)

EASA AD 2021-0170

Tail Rotor — Double Bearing — Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0170 is an airworthiness directive addressing inspection and replacement requirements for double bearings with Part Numbers 704A33-651-245 or 704A33-651-246 installed on tail rotor gearboxes (P/N 365A33-6005-09) of Airbus Helicopters AS 365 N2, AS 365 N3, EC 155 B, EC 155 B1, and SA 365 N1 models. The directive mandates repetitive inspections of the tail rotor gearbox chip detector and sets replacement intervals for affected parts to prevent loss of yaw control. It applies to all serial numbers of the specified helicopter models.

Jul 19, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters SAAirbus Helicopters AS 365Airbus Helicopters EC 155Airbus Helicopters AS 365 N2Airbus Helicopters AS 365 N3Airbus Helicopters EC 155 BAirbus Helicopters EC 155 B1Airbus Helicopters SA 365 N1

EASA AD 2021-0168

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2024-0018

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0168 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus Helicopters AS350 B2 and B3, EC130 B4, and EC120 B models. It addresses a potential unsafe condition involving control units that may develop short circuits due to foreign object damage or dust, which can lead to loss of multiple systems including the Emergency Floatation System (EFS). The directive mandates inspections and cleaning of affected control units to ensure continued airworthiness.

Jul 16, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters AS 350Airbus Helicopters EC 130Airbus Helicopters EC 120 BAirbus Helicopters AS350 B2Airbus Helicopters AS350 B3Airbus Helicopters EC130 B4Airbus Helicopters EC120 B

EASA AD US-2021-10-11

Wings - Bulkhead Splice Angles - Inspection

The Federal Aviation Administration Airworthiness Directive 2021-10-11 addresses all Boeing 737-100, -200, -200C, -300, -400, and -500 series airplanes. It mandates repetitive surface high frequency eddy current inspections of the STA 540 bulkhead splice angles to detect cracks and requires corrective actions if cracks are found. This directive aims to maintain structural integrity and prevent potential fuel leaks and fires.

Jul 16, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 737Boeing 737-100Boeing 737-200Boeing 737-200CBoeing 737-300Boeing 737-400Boeing 737-500

EASA AD 2021-0167

Wings — Stringer Attachments at Rib 2 to Rib 7 — Inspection / Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0167 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aeroplanes. It mandates inspection and modification of the stringer attachments at wing ribs 2 to 7 to address potential structural integrity issues. The directive applies to various serial numbers and configurations except those already modified by specific Airbus modifications or service bulletins.

Jul 14, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A318Airbus A319Airbus A320Airbus A321

EASA AD US-2021-14-12

Stabilizers - Horizontal Stabilizers - Inspection

Federal Register Volume 86, Number 130 (July 12, 2021) - Airworthiness Directive 2021-14-12 is a final rule issued by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) addressing all True Flight Holdings LLC Models AA-1, AA-1A, AA-1B, AA-1C, and AA-5 airplanes. This directive mandates inspections of the horizontal stabilizers for bondline corrosion, delamination, cracks, buckles, rust, and previous repairs to ensure structural integrity and flight safety.

Jul 13, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtTrue Flight Holdings AA-True Flight Holdings AG-5True Flight Holdings AA-1True Flight Holdings AA-1ATrue Flight Holdings AA-1BTrue Flight Holdings AA-1CTrue Flight Holdings AA-5

EASA AD US-2021-14-06

SUPERSEDED BY FAA AD 2022-15-03

FAA Airworthiness Directive 2021-14-06 is a final rule addressing Pratt & Whitney PW1500G series turbofan engines, including models PW1519G, PW1521G, PW1521G-3, PW1521GA, PW1524G, PW1524G-3, PW1525G, PW1525G-3, PW1919G, PW1921G, PW1922G, PW1923G, and PW1923G-A. This directive mandates inspections and software updates to mitigate risks associated with low-pressure compressor rotor 1 (LPC R1) failures. It supersedes previous ADs related to these engines to enhance safety and operational reliability.

Jul 12, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtPratt & Whitney PW1500GPratt & Whitney PW1900G

EASA AD 2017-0079R1

Propellers — Pitch Control Actuator Aft Yoke Seal — Life Limitation

The document titled "Propellers — Pitch Control Actuator Aft Yoke Seal — Life Limitation" is an explanatory statement issued by EASA regarding the absence of an Airworthiness Directive (AD) for Ratier-Figeac FH385 and FH386 series propellers. These propellers are not currently in civil service, so no public AD exists. The document serves as an informational record and recommends that military authorities issue their own ADs for affected aircraft equipped with these propellers.

Jul 9, 2021
OpinionMaintenanceSafety MgmtRatier-Figeac FH385Ratier-Figeac FH386

EASA AD 2020-0167R1

Flight Control and Guidance System — Ram Air Turbine Performance — Modification (Software Update) ; Air Conditioning — Electrical Power Supply to Air Generation System Ram Air Actuators — Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0167R1 is a regulatory update affecting Airbus A350-941 aeroplanes. It addresses modifications to the flight control and guidance system software and the electrical power supply to the air generation system ram air actuators to ensure proper ram air turbine performance and air conditioning system reliability.

Jul 8, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A350Airbus A350-941

EASA AD US-2021-11-24

Fuel - Maintenance or Inspection Program - Revision

The Federal Aviation Administration's Final Rule titled 'Fuel - Maintenance or Inspection Program - Revision' is an airworthiness directive (AD 2021-11-24) applicable to certain Boeing 737-600, -700, -700C, -800, -900, and -900ER series airplanes. This directive addresses updated airworthiness limitations related to fuel tank ignition prevention and the nitrogen generation system (NGS).

Jul 8, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 737Boeing 737-600Boeing 737-700Boeing 737-700CBoeing 737-800Boeing 737-900Boeing 737-900ER

EASA AD 2021-0165-E

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2022-0052-E

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0165-E is an emergency directive addressing safety concerns for Leonardo S.p.A. AB204B, AB205A-1, and AB212 helicopters. It targets the main rotor hub strap pins (MRHSP) with part number 204-012-104-005 and serial numbers beginning with 'FNFS', which have shown premature failure. The directive mandates immediate replacement of these affected parts to prevent main rotor blade detachment.

Jul 8, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtLeonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AB204Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AB205Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AB212Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AB412Leonardo AB204BLeonardo AB205A-1Leonardo AB212

EASA AD 2021-0162

Equipment / Furnishings — Doghouse Placard — Installation

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0162 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes. It addresses the installation of improved doghouse door lock handling instruction placards to ensure correct operation and access to emergency equipment. This directive applies to all manufacturer serial numbers of the affected Airbus A380 models.

Jul 7, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A380

EASA AD 2021-0161

Landing Gear — Master Minimum Equipment List — Landing Gear Control — Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0161 is an amendment addressing the landing gear control system on Airbus A350-941 and A350-1041 aeroplanes. It mandates updates to the Master Minimum Equipment List (MMEL) related to the landing gear control to mitigate a specific failure scenario in the landing gear extension and retraction system software. This directive applies to all manufacturer serial numbers of the affected Airbus A350 models.

Jul 6, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A350Airbus A350-941Airbus A350-1041