EASA Regulations & Airworthiness Directives

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EASA AD G-2021-0017

Flight Controls — Rudder and Elevator Flight Control Cable Terminals - Inspection

UK Civil Aviation Authority Airworthiness Directive G-2021-0017 addresses the inspection of rudder and elevator flight control cable terminals on BAE Systems Jetstream 3100 and 3200 series aircraft. It mandates inspections of specific stainless steel cable terminals susceptible to stress corrosion cracking. The directive applies to all models and serial numbers of these aircraft.

Dec 22, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBae Systems (Operations) Jetstream 3100Bae Systems (Operations) Jetstream 3200BAE Systems Jetstream 3100BAE Systems Jetstream 3200

EASA AD CF-2021-50

Fuel — Distribution — Fuel Pressure Switch Missing Lockwire

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2021-50 addresses missing lockwire on fuel pressure switches in Airbus Canada Limited Partnership BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11 aircraft. The directive mandates inspections, torquing, and installation of lockwire on fuel pressure switches located on AC boost pump cartridges and engine feed pressure switches to prevent fuel leaks and fire hazards. It applies to specific serial numbers of these aircraft models.

Dec 22, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus BD-500 (A220 Series)Airbus Canada Limited Partnership BD-500-1A10Airbus Canada Limited Partnership BD-500-1A11

EASA AD 2021-0288

Fuselage — Frame 40 Rear Fitting at Stringer 27 — Inspection

The document titled 'Fuselage — Frame 40 Rear Fitting at Stringer 27 — Inspection' is a regulatory directive concerning the Airbus A300 and A300-600 aircraft models. It addresses the inspection requirements for the rear fitting at frame 40, stringer 27 of the fuselage structure. This directive aims to ensure the structural integrity and safety of these specific aircraft components.

Dec 21, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A300Airbus A300-600

EASA AD 2021-0286

Placards and Markings — Safety Placards for First Centre Row Passenger Seats — Installation

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0286 is an airworthiness directive issued by EASA affecting Airbus A330-202, A330-203, and A330-243 aircraft modified with specific EASA Supplemental Type Certificates for MRTT configuration. The directive addresses missing mandatory safety placards on the first centre row passenger seats, which are critical for passenger safety during taxi, take-off, and landing. It mandates inspections and corrective actions to ensure proper installation of these safety placards.

Dec 21, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A330

EASA AD 2021-0284

Engine Fuel & Control — Electronic Engine Control Software — Update

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0284 is an airworthiness directive affecting Airbus A380-841 and A380-842 aeroplanes equipped with Rolls-Royce Trent 900 engines. It addresses the Electronic Engine Control (EEC) software, specifically requiring an update to a newer software standard to prevent engine thrust control loss. The directive applies to all manufacturer serial numbers of these aircraft models.

Dec 17, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A380Airbus A380-841Airbus A380-842

EASA SIB AIR-21-20

Flight Controls — Trailing Edge Flap Cable Tension - Rigging

The FAA Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin SAIB: AIR-21-20 addresses flap cable tension and rigging concerns for Textron Aviation Inc. (formerly Cessna Aircraft Company) Model 310 series, 320 series, 335, 340 series, 401 series, 402 series, 411 series, 414 series, 421 series, and 425 airplanes. It highlights the importance of correctly setting trailing edge flap cable tensions during maintenance to prevent cable failure. This bulletin is informational and does not mandate regulatory action.

Dec 17, 2021
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtTextron Aviation 310Textron Aviation 320 (Skyknight)Textron Aviation 335Textron Aviation 340Textron Aviation 401Textron Aviation 402Textron Aviation 411Textron Aviation 414Textron Aviation 421Textron Aviation 425 (Conquest)

EASA AD CF-2021-48

Fire Protection — Missing Final Torque Value for Baggage Compartment Fire Extinguishing Tube Assembly

The Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2021-48 addresses a fire protection issue concerning the missing final torque value for the baggage compartment fire extinguishing tube assembly on Bombardier BD-700-2A12 aircraft with specific serial numbers. This directive mandates corrective action to ensure proper torque application on the fire extinguishing tube to maintain the integrity of the fire suppression system in the baggage compartment.

Dec 16, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBombardier BD-700Bombardier BD-700-2A12

EASA AD US-2021-22-11

Rotors Flight Control - Pilot-to-Copilot Tail Rotor Torque Tube - Inspection / Removal

Federal Register Volume 86, Number 231 (December 6, 2021) - Airworthiness Directive 2021-22-11 is a final rule issued by the FAA addressing certain MD Helicopters Inc. models 369D, 369E, 369F, 369FF, 369H, 369HE, 369HM, 369HS, 500N, and 600N equipped with pilot-to-copilot tail rotor torque tube part numbers 369H7531-9, -11, or -13. This directive mandates inspections and potential removal of the torque tube due to a reported spiral crack that compromises tail rotor control. The AD aims to ensure continued airworthiness and safety of these helicopter models.

Dec 16, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtMd Helicopters Inc (Mdhi) 369Md Helicopters Inc (Mdhi) 500NMd Helicopters Inc (Mdhi) 600NMD Helicopters 369DMD Helicopters 369EMD Helicopters 369FMD Helicopters 369FFMD Helicopters 369HMD Helicopters 369HEMD Helicopters 369HMMD Helicopters 369HSMD Helicopters 500NMD Helicopters 600N

EASA AD US-2021-24-15

Tail Rotor Drive - Oil Cooler Blower Shaft Drive Ring Spline Teeth and Mating Area Spline Teeth - Inspection

Federal Register Volume 86, Number 237, Final Rule FAA Airworthiness Directive 2021-24-15 addresses Bell Textron Canada Limited Model 206L-1, 206L-3, and 206L-4 helicopters equipped with certain Air Comm Corporation air conditioning systems. This directive mandates inspection of the oil cooler blower shaft's drive ring spline teeth and mating spline teeth for deformation and fretting. It targets helicopters with specific Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) air conditioning system part numbers installed.

Dec 16, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAir Comm Corporation CAA UK AAN 25273Bell 206Bell Textron Canada 206L-1Bell Textron Canada 206L-3Bell Textron Canada 206L-4

EASA AD 2021-0279

Equipment / Furnishings — Doghouse Placard — Installation

The document titled Equipment / Furnishings — Doghouse Placard — Installation is a regulatory communication concerning the installation of doghouse placards on Airbus S.A.S. aircraft models A318, A319, A320, and A321. It addresses specific equipment and furnishing requirements related to these aircraft types. The document provides guidance on proper placard installation to ensure compliance with safety and operational standards.

Dec 15, 2021
OtherMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A318Airbus A319Airbus A320Airbus A321

EASA AD US-2021-23-51

[Final Rule] Engine / Air - Compressor Variable Geometry Actuator - Inspection

The Final Rule titled 'Engine / Air - Compressor Variable Geometry Actuator - Inspection' is a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) airworthiness directive addressing certain General Electric Company CF34-8C and CF34-8E model turbofan engines. It mandates inspections of the master and slave compressor variable geometry actuators due to corrosion and seizure issues that caused an in-flight engine shutdown on a Bombardier CRJ1000 aircraft. The directive requires inspection, possible replacement of affected parts, and reporting inspection results to GE.

Dec 15, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtGeneral Electric CF34-8Bombardier CRJ1000

EASA AD US-2021-26-01

Rotors Flight Control - Tail Rotor Control Cable - Inspection / Removal / Modification

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2021-26-01 addresses certain Bell Textron Canada Limited Model 505 helicopters equipped with the S-TEC Corporation HeliSAS stability augmentation system and autopilot. This directive mandates inspection and potential removal or adjustment of the right forward tail rotor control cable to prevent unsafe chafing conditions. It aims to ensure continued airworthiness and safe operation of affected helicopters.

Dec 15, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBell 505 (Jet Ranger X)Bell Textron Canada Limited 505

EASA AD G-2021-0014R1-E

CAMERON BALLOONS Ltd — Fuel - Cylinder Quick Shut-off Valve Mounting Flange — Inspection / Replacement

Civil Aviation Authority Emergency Airworthiness Directive G-2021-0014R1-E addresses inspection and replacement requirements for fuel cylinder quick shut-off valve mounting flanges on Cameron Balloons Ltd hot air balloons and related aircraft. The directive applies to specific fuel cylinder part numbers CB2901, CB2902, CB2903, and certain stainless steel, titanium, and aluminum cylinders fitted with flanged adaptor P/N CB437 Issue F. It mandates inspection for leakage and torque testing of the QSO valve adaptor flange to prevent potential propane leaks and fire hazards.

Dec 14, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtCameron Balloons Ltd

EASA AD 2021-0277

Fuselage — Aft Pressure Bulkhead — Inspection / Indicating / Recording Systems — Digital Flight Data Recorder Hood Assembly — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0277 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A330-202, A330-203, and A330-243 aircraft modified with specific EASA Supplemental Type Certificates. It addresses inspection and replacement requirements related to the aft pressure bulkhead and the Digital Flight Data Recorder (DFDR) hood assembly to prevent structural damage and potential cabin depressurization.

Dec 14, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A330

EASA AD CF-2021-47

Fuselage — Pressure Floor Skin — Non Destructive Testing Manual CSP A-010 Part 6 Procedure Number 53-41-194

The Airworthiness Directive CF-2021-47 titled 'Fuselage — Pressure Floor Skin — Non Destructive Testing Manual CSP A-010 Part 6 Procedure Number 53-41-194' applies to MHI RJ Aviation ULC model CL-600-2B19 aircraft, serial numbers 7003 through 8079, with specific service bulletins incorporated. It mandates updated non-destructive testing procedures for the fuselage pressure floor skin to ensure continued airworthiness. This directive is issued under Canadian Aviation Regulation 521.427 and addresses inspection procedures related to added doublers at fuselage stations FS460 and FS513.

Dec 14, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtMHI RJ Aviation CL-600 (Regional Jet)MHI RJ Aviation ULC CL-600-2B19

EASA AD US-2021-22-23

Wings - Lower Aft Wing Skin Bolt Holes - Repetitive Inspections / Repair

Federal Aviation Administration Airworthiness Directive 2021-22-23 is a final rule addressing all Boeing 757-200, -200PF, -200CB, and -300 series airplanes. It requires repetitive high frequency eddy current inspections for cracks in the lower aft wing skin bolt holes at flap track attachment points, prompted by crack findings on a similar Boeing 737-300 design. The directive mandates repairs if cracks are detected to maintain structural integrity.

Dec 14, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 757Boeing 757-200Boeing 757-200PFBoeing 757-200CBBoeing 757-300

EASA AD BR-2021-12-01

Doors - Ram Air Turbine Compartment Door Seal - Replacement

Brazilian Airworthiness Directive AD No. 2021-12-01 is a regulatory document issued by the Agência Nacional de Aviação Civil (ANAC) addressing the replacement of the Ram Air Turbine (RAT) compartment door seal on Embraer S.A. model EMB-545 and EMB-550 airplanes. The directive mandates compliance with Embraer Service Bulletin N. 550-52-0005, revision 01, dated May 22, 2018. It applies to all affected aircraft registered in Brazil and aims to ensure continued airworthiness and safety.

Dec 13, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtEmbraer EMB-545Embraer EMB-550

EASA AD US-2021-24-01

Fuselage - Strake Attachment Brackets / Fuselage Frame - Inspection

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2021-24-01 addresses Pilatus Aircraft Ltd. Model PC-12/45, PC-12/47, and PC-12/47E airplanes equipped with Supplemental Type Certificate SA00634DE. This directive mandates inspections of the fuselage strake attachment brackets, surrounding structure, and bolts due to reported failures at the uppermost bracket attachment location. The goal is to detect and repair any damage or looseness to prevent airplane flutter and loss of control.

Dec 13, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtPilatus Aircraft PC-12Pilatus PC-12/45Pilatus PC-12/47Pilatus PC-12/47E

EASA AD 2021-0276

Powerplant — Electrical Harness — Inspection / Repair / Replacement / Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0276 is an official regulatory document addressing the inspection, repair, replacement, and modification of electrical harnesses in PZL W-3A and PZL W-3AS helicopters equipped with PZL-10W engines. It targets wiring harnesses within the left-hand and right-hand engine areas that may have suffered thermal damage due to incorrect installation or routing. The directive mandates inspection and corrective actions to ensure continued airworthiness and safety.

Dec 13, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtWsk Pzl-Swidnik PZL W-3APZL W-3APZL W-3AS