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EASA AD CF-2021-34

Fuselage — Tailboom — Lower Skin Cracking

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2021-34 addresses a structural issue involving lower skin cracking on the tailboom of Bell Textron Canada Limited model 407 helicopters, specifically serial numbers 53000 through 53900, 53911 through 54166, 54300 and subsequent. The directive mandates inspections and maintenance actions to detect and correct fatigue cracks near the horizontal stabilizer cutout to ensure continued airworthiness. This AD is issued under Canadian Aviation Regulation 521.427 and applies to affected Bell 407 helicopters.

Nov 4, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBell 407Bell Textron Canada Limited 407

EASA AD 2021-0110-CN

CANCELLED: Landing Gear — Nose Landing Gear Fork Assembly — Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive Cancellation Notice 2021-0110-CN is an official cancellation of the previous EASA AD 2021-0110 concerning the inspection and replacement of the nose landing gear fork assembly on Pilatus PC-12 series aeroplanes. This cancellation applies to all PC-12, PC-12/45, PC-12/47, and PC-12/47E aircraft with affected nose landing gear parts. The notice confirms that the previously identified corrosion issue on the nose landing gear fork assembly is no longer considered an unsafe condition requiring mandatory action.

Nov 3, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtPilatus Aircraft PC-12Pilatus PC-12Pilatus PC-12/45Pilatus PC-12/47Pilatus PC-12/47E

EASA AD 2021-0238

Fuel — Fuel Tank Vent Lines — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0238 is an airworthiness directive issued for Leonardo S.p.A. AW169 helicopters, specifically serial numbers 69006 to 69125 inclusive (except 69040) and serial numbers 69130, 69132, 69133, 69134, 69136, and 69139. The directive mandates inspection of the fuel tank vent lines to ensure they are free from obstructions caused by excessive sealant. This inspection aims to prevent potential fuel starvation that could lead to dual engine flame out.

Nov 2, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtLeonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AW169Leonardo AW169

EASA AD 2020-0182R1

Fuselage — Centre Wing Fairings / Frame 5 — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0182R1 is an updated safety directive addressing inspection requirements for Airbus Defence & Space C-212 aeroplanes, specifically targeting the fuselage centre wing fairings at frame 5. The directive mandates repetitive detailed visual inspections to detect cracks near the wing leading edge on both left and right sides to ensure structural integrity. It applies to multiple C-212 variants and includes instructions for corrective actions and optional structural reinforcement.

Oct 29, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Defence & Space C-212

EASA AD 2021-0236

Landing Gear — Landing Gear Sliding Tube — Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0236 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aeroplanes. It addresses potential structural failures in Nose Landing Gear (NLG) and Main Landing Gear (MLG) sliding tubes due to overheat damage and improper repairs. The directive mandates inspections and replacement of affected landing gear sliding tubes to ensure continued airworthiness.

Oct 29, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A318Airbus A319Airbus A320Airbus A321

EASA AD US-2021-20-19

Fuel - Fuel Tank Ignition Prevention and Nitrogen Generation System Airworthiness Limitations - Maintenance or Inspection Program Revision

Fuel - Fuel Tank Ignition Prevention and Nitrogen Generation System Airworthiness Limitations - Maintenance or Inspection Program Revision is a final rule airworthiness directive issued by the FAA that applies to certain Boeing 767-200, -300, -300F, and -400ER series airplanes. It mandates revisions to the maintenance or inspection programs to incorporate updated airworthiness limitations related to fuel tank ignition prevention and the nitrogen generation system. The directive aims to mitigate the risk of fuel tank explosions caused by ignition sources within fuel tanks.

Oct 28, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 767Boeing 767-200Boeing 767-300Boeing 767-300FBoeing 767-400ER

EASA AD 2021-0235-E

SUPERSEDED BY EASA EMERGENCY AD 2021-0283-E

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0235-E is an emergency directive addressing a safety issue on Airbus Helicopters EC 130 T2 models equipped with modification 074581. It mandates repetitive inspections of the rear transmission shaft bearing support rivets and surrounding structure to detect cracks or damage. This directive aims to prevent potential failure of the tail rotor drive shaft and loss of yaw control.

Oct 28, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters AS 350Airbus Helicopters EC 130Airbus Helicopters EC 130 T2

EASA AD 2021-0233

Fuselage — Bulk Cargo Door Frames — Inspection / Repair

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0233 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A330 aeroplanes, specifically models A330-201 through A330-343 with manufacturer serial numbers up to 1779 inclusive. The directive addresses inspection and repair requirements for bulk cargo door frames to detect and correct fatigue-related cracks in frame attachment holes treated with Tartaric Sulfuric Anodising or Chromic Acid Anodising. It mandates specific inspections and corrective actions to ensure continued airworthiness and prevent potential in-flight loss of bulk cargo doors.

Oct 27, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A330

EASA SIB SAFO21006

Inadvertent Pilot Activation of Go-Around Mode

SAFO 21006 Safety Alert for Operators warns about the risk of inadvertent pilot activation of the go-around mode on Boeing 757 and 767 airplanes. This alert follows a fatal accident involving a Boeing 767-375BCF where unintended go-around mode activation contributed to a steep dive and crash. The document highlights the proximity of the speedbrake lever to the go-around switches as a factor in accidental activation during turbulence.

Oct 27, 2021
Safety Information BulletinFlight OpsSafety MgmtBoeing 757Boeing 767

EASA AD CF-2021-35

Information Systems — Incorrect Airplane Flight Manual (AFM) Wet and Contaminated Runway Stopping Distance

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2021-35 addresses incorrect Airplane Flight Manual (AFM) data related to wet and contaminated runway stopping distances for Bombardier Inc. model BD-700-1A10 and BD-700-1A11 aircraft, including Global Express, Global Express XRS, Global 6000, and Global 5000 variants. The directive mandates revisions to specific AFM performance charts to ensure accurate stopping distance calculations under contaminated runway conditions.

Oct 27, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveFlight OpsSafety MgmtBombardier BD-700Bombardier BD-700-1A10Bombardier BD-700-1A11

EASA AD G-2021-0013

Fuel System — Tank Bonding Leads — Tank Bonding Improvement - Fuel Pipe Clearance — Inspection / Adjustment

Civil Aviation Authority Airworthiness Directive G-2021-0013 addresses fuel system safety issues on BAE Systems Jetstream 4100 series aircraft. It mandates inspection and improvement of tank bonding leads and fuel pipe clearances to prevent potential ignition sources within the fuel tank areas. This directive updates previous requirements to ensure compliance with UK and EU aviation safety regulations.

Oct 26, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBae Systems (Operations) Jetstream 4100BAE Systems Jetstream 4100

EASA AD G-2021-0011

SUPERSEDED BY CAA UK AD G-2025-0003

Civil Aviation Authority Airworthiness Directive G-2021-0011 is an official UK regulatory document addressing the continuing airworthiness requirements for BAE Systems (Operations) Ltd BAe 146 and AVRO 146-RJ aeroplanes. This directive mandates compliance with updated airworthiness limitations and maintenance tasks as specified in the latest Aircraft Maintenance Manual and associated documents. It applies to all models and serial numbers of the BAe 146 and AVRO 146-RJ aircraft.

Oct 25, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBae Systems (Operations) AVRO146RJBae Systems (Operations) BAE146BAE Systems BAe 146BAE Systems AVRO 146-RJ

EASA SIB 2020-01R1

Carbon Monoxide Risk in Small Aeroplanes and Helicopters

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2020-01R1 is a safety information bulletin addressing the risk of carbon monoxide (CO) exposure in small aeroplanes and light helicopters equipped with internal combustion engines or combustion heaters. It applies to aircraft types including CS-LSA, CS-VLA, CS-23 aeroplanes, and CS-27 helicopters. The bulletin highlights the dangers of CO poisoning, referencing a fatal accident involving a Piper PA-46 Malibu, and provides guidance on detection, prevention, and response to CO contamination in the cockpit and cabin.

Oct 19, 2021
Safety Information BulletinSafety MgmtFlight Ops

EASA AD 2021-0232

Hydraulic Power — Hoses — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive Hydraulic Power — Hoses — Replacement is an informational AD record related to the Airbus A400M aircraft. Since there are currently no Airbus A400M aeroplanes in civil service, no public AD document exists. This record serves as a recommendation for military authorities responsible for the affected aircraft to issue their own airworthiness directives.

Oct 18, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Military A400MAirbus A400M

EASA AD 2021-0231

Equipment / Furnishings — Emergency Flashlight — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0231 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency concerning Airbus Helicopters Deutschland GmbH MBB-BK117 C-2 helicopters. It addresses the replacement of emergency flashlights installed on these helicopters due to a safety issue involving restricted collective lever movement caused by the flashlight strap entangling with the cargo hook emergency release lever.

Oct 15, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters MBB-BK 117Airbus Helicopters MBB-BK117 C-2

EASA AD CF-2021-33

Flight Controls — Rudder Control System — Inspection for Missing Crimping of Rudder Power Control Unit Load Limiter

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2021-33 addresses the inspection and replacement of rudder power control unit (PCU) load limiters on Bombardier CL-600 series aircraft, including models CL-600-1A11, CL-600-2A12, and CL-600-2B16. The directive targets specific serial number ranges and part numbers 600-91302-43 and 600-91302-53 to ensure the integrity of the rudder control system. It mandates visual inspections and functional testing to detect missing crimping on the load limiter end caps, which could impair rudder control.

Oct 14, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBombardier CL-600 (Challenger)Bombardier CL-600-1A11Bombardier CL-600-2A12Bombardier CL-600-2B16

EASA AD 2021-0230

Stabilizers — Elevators — Inspection

The document titled 'Stabilizers — Elevators — Inspection' is a regulatory directive concerning the inspection requirements for stabilizers and elevators on the SCHLEICHER, ALEXANDER aircraft types AS-K 13, ASK 16, ASK 18, K 7, K 8, and Ka 6. It provides guidance on maintaining the airworthiness of these specific glider models by focusing on critical control surfaces. The directive aims to ensure continued safe operation through regular inspections.

Oct 14, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtSchleicher, Alexander AS-K 13Schleicher, Alexander ASK 16Schleicher, Alexander ASK 18Schleicher, Alexander K 7Schleicher, Alexander K 8Schleicher, Alexander Ka 6Schleicher AS-K 13Schleicher ASK 16Schleicher ASK 18Schleicher K 7Schleicher K 8Schleicher Ka 6

EASA SIB AIR-21-15R1

Aeroplanes with Honeywell Primus II Radio System with Radio Management Unit (RMU) 855 - Navigation System

The FAA Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin SAIB: AIR-21-15 R1 provides information regarding the Honeywell Primus II Radio System with Radio Management Unit (RMU) 855 installed on various aircraft models including 328 Support Services GmbH Model 328-100 and -300, Learjet Model 45, Embraer EMB-135 and EMB-145 series, Textron Aviation models 500, 550, 560, 650, Hawker 800 series, Bombardier CL-600 and BD-700 series, Viking Air CL-215-6B11, and Textron Aviation Model 750. The bulletin addresses the potential for inadvertent disabling of the Automatic Dependent Surveillance–Broadcast (ADS-B) Out function due to certain avionics power-up sequences involving the RMU-855. This is an informational bulletin and does not mandate regulatory action.

Oct 13, 2021
Safety Information BulletinFlight OpsSafety MgmtBombardier BD-700Bombardier CL-600 (Challenger)Deutsche Aircraft Gmbh Dornier 328Embraer EMB-135Embraer EMB-145Learjet, 45Textron Aviation 500Textron Aviation 550 (Citation)Textron Aviation 560Textron Aviation 560XLTextron Aviation 650Textron Aviation 750 (Citation X)Textron Aviation HawkerViking Air CL-215

EASA AD 2021-0228

Wings — Centre and Outer Wing Box Lower Panels / Stiffeners — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0228 mandates repetitive inspections of the centre and outer wing box lower panels and stiffeners at the Rib 1 junction on Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aircraft. This directive addresses potential structural integrity issues caused by non-compliant taperlok fasteners in the wing-to-fuselage junction. The inspections include both internal and external special detailed inspections as specified in Airbus Service Bulletins.

Oct 12, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A318Airbus A319Airbus A320Airbus A321

EASA AD 2021-0227

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2023-0212

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0227 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aeroplanes. It addresses the detection of cracks in the double joggle areas at fuselage frames 16 and 20, which could compromise structural integrity. The directive mandates repetitive special detailed inspections and provides optional modification instructions to reinforce the affected areas.

Oct 11, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A318Airbus A319Airbus A320Airbus A321