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EASA AD US-2022-02-01

Superseded by FAA AD 2023-09-07

FAA Airworthiness Directive 2022-02-01 is a final rule addressing certain Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation Model S-92A helicopters equipped with main rotor stationary swashplate assemblies part numbers 92104-15011-042 or 92104-15011-043 that have accumulated 1,600 or more total hours time-in-service. This directive requires repetitive visual inspections of the swashplate assembly to detect cracks, nicks, dents, or scratches to prevent potential failure. The AD was issued due to the discovery of cracks that could lead to loss of control of the helicopter.

Airworthiness Directive

Sikorsky S-92
Sikorsky S-92A

EASA AD US-2022-02-02

Superseded by FAA AD 2022-06-03

FAA Airworthiness Directive 2022-02-02 is a final rule addressing unsafe conditions in Bell Textron Inc. Model 204B, 205A, 205A-1, 205B, 210, and 212 helicopters. It targets defective main rotor hub strap pins, part number 204-012-104-005 with serial number prefix "FNFS", which have been linked to a fatal accident due to pin failure causing rotor detachment.

Airworthiness Directive

Bell Textron Inc. (Bti) 204B
Bell Textron Inc. (Bti) 205
Bell Textron Inc. (Bti) 210
Bell Textron Inc. (Bti) 212
Bell Textron Inc. 204B
Bell Textron Inc. 205A1
Bell Textron Inc. 205B
Bell Textron Inc. 210
Bell Textron Inc. 212

EASA AD CF-2020-18R2

Indicating / Recording System — Rotorcraft Flight Manual — Prohibit the use of Map-Mode on Left Hand Side and Right Hand Side Display Units

Airworthiness Directive CF-2020-18R2 is issued by Transport Canada and applies to Bell Textron Canada Limited model 429 helicopters with serial numbers 57001 through 57369, 57371, and 57373. This directive addresses issues with the Rogerson Kratos Display Units (DUs) and Garmin GTN 750/650 software that cause unexpected power cycles and loss of critical flight information during flight. It mandates prohibiting the use of Map-Mode on the Left Hand Side and Right Hand Side Display Units and disables the TCAS Pop-up mode to prevent display failures.

Airworthiness Directive

Bell 429
Bell Textron Canada Limited 429

EASA AD BR-2022-02-01

Superseded by ANAC AD 2023-12-01

Brazilian Airworthiness Directive 2022-02-01 is an official regulatory document issued by the Agência Nacional de Aviação Civil (ANAC) that applies to Embraer S.A. ERJ 170 series airplanes, including models ERJ 170-100 and ERJ 170-200 variants. This directive mandates revisions to maintenance programs and requires structural modifications to address widespread fatigue damage risks in certain structural elements of these aircraft.

Airworthiness Directive

Embraer ERJ 170100200

EASA AD 2022-0024

THALES AVS FRANCE SAS - Flight Management Computer 2 / Navigation Modules — Operational Limitations / Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0024 addresses operational limitations and amendments related to the Thales AVS France SAS Flight Management Computer 2 Navigation Modules, specifically Part Number C13084CA03. These modules are installed on aircraft including the Dassault Br.1150 Atlantique 2 maritime patrol aeroplanes. The directive mandates changes to the Aircraft Flight Manual and updates to navigation software to mitigate erroneous guidance issues in certain flight management system procedures.

Airworthiness Directive

Dassault Br.1150 Atlantique 2

EASA AD 2022-0023

Air Conditioning — Air Conditioning System — Deactivation

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0023 is an airworthiness directive addressing the air conditioning system on Airbus Helicopters Deutschland GmbH EC135 and EC635 helicopter models. It targets helicopters with specific serial numbers equipped with an affected air conditioning system soft start unit part number ES59185-2 installed on compressor/condenser pallets P/N 135-0553-1 or P/N 135-0566-2. The directive mandates deactivation of the air conditioning system to prevent electrical malfunctions.

Airworthiness Directive

Airbus Helicopters EC135
Airbus Helicopters 635
Airbus Helicopters EC635

EASA AD 2022-0022

Flight Controls — Aileron Servo Controls — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0022 is an official regulatory document addressing the replacement of aileron servo controls on Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes. The directive targets specific part numbers of aileron servo controls that may suffer from a fatigue issue potentially leading to failure or detachment, which could reduce aircraft control. It mandates removal of affected parts and installation of serviceable parts to ensure continued airworthiness.

Airworthiness Directive

Airbus A380841842861

EASA AD CF-2022-02

Stabilizers — Horizontal Stabilizer Lower Centre Skin Panel — Corrosion Damage

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2022-02 addresses corrosion damage on the horizontal stabilizer lower centre skin panel of De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited model DHC-8-401 and -402 aeroplanes, serial numbers 4001 and 4003 through 4549. This directive mandates inspection and corrective actions to ensure structural integrity of the horizontal stabilizer. The directive references specific service bulletins for inspection and repair procedures.

Airworthiness Directive

De Havilland Canada DHC-8
De Havilland DHC-8-401
De Havilland DHC-8-402

EASA AD 2022-0021

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks – Main Gearbox Suspension Bar Pins / Fittings – Re-calculation of Life Limits / Replacement / Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0021 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus Helicopters AS 332 L2 and EC 225 LP models. It addresses the recalculation of life limits, replacement, and modification requirements for main gearbox suspension bar pins, fittings, and related plates. The directive ensures continued airworthiness by mandating updated maintenance and inspection procedures for these critical components.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded

Airbus Helicopters SA 330
Airbus Helicopters AS 332
Airbus Helicopters EC 225
Airbus Helicopters AS 332 L2
Airbus Helicopters EC 225 LP

EASA AD US-2021-26-28

Fuel - Airworthiness Limitations Maintenance or Inspection Program - Revision

The Fuel - Airworthiness Limitations Maintenance or Inspection Program - Revision is a final rule airworthiness directive issued by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) that applies to all Boeing Company Model 757 airplanes. This directive addresses updated and more restrictive airworthiness limitations related to fuel tank ignition prevention and the nitrogen generation system to enhance safety. It mandates revisions to existing maintenance or inspection programs to incorporate these new requirements.

Airworthiness Directive

Boeing 757

EASA AD US-2021-25-05

Fuselage - Crown Skin Panels - Inspection / Replacement

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2021-25-05 addresses safety concerns for The Boeing Company Model 737-100, -200, -200C, -300, -400, and -500 series airplanes. This directive focuses on inspecting and replacing fuselage crown skin panels that are susceptible to widespread fatigue damage, which could compromise the structural integrity of the aircraft.

Airworthiness Directive

Boeing 737100200200C300400500

EASA AD US-2021-26-03

Fuselage - Frame Splice - Inspection

The Federal Register Volume 87, Number 11 Airworthiness Directive 2021-26-03 is a final rule issued by the FAA that applies to certain Boeing 737-300, -400, and -500 series airplanes. It addresses widespread fatigue damage in the fuselage frame splice between stringers S-13 and S-14, requiring inspections and corrective actions to ensure structural integrity. This directive mandates inspections for existing repairs and repetitive high frequency eddy current inspections for cracking in the affected fuselage frame splices.

Airworthiness Directive

Boeing 737300400500

EASA AD 2022-0006R2

Main Rotor Drive — Oil Cooling Fan Hub — Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0006R2 is an official regulatory document addressing the inspection and replacement of the main gearbox oil cooling fan hub on Airbus Helicopters EC 155 B1 models. It mandates repetitive inspections and corrective actions for the affected part, part number 365A32-9204-01, to prevent potential failure that could lead to loss of lubrication and reduced helicopter control.

Airworthiness Directive

Airbus Helicopters SA
Airbus Helicopters AS 365
Airbus Helicopters EC 155
Airbus Helicopters EC 155 B1

EASA AD 2022-0020

Nacelles / Pylons — Pylon Box Drainage Areas and Hydraulic Connections — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0020 is an airworthiness directive issued by EASA concerning Airbus A380-841 and A380-842 aeroplanes equipped with Rolls-Royce Trent 900 engines. It mandates inspection of the pylon box drainage areas and hydraulic connections to detect potential hydraulic fluid leaks caused by incorrect installation and torquing. The directive aims to prevent contamination and structural integrity issues in the engine pylons.

Airworthiness Directive

Airbus A380

EASA AD US-2022-03-20

Superseded by FAA AD 2023-12-11

FAA Airworthiness Directive 2022-03-20 is a final rule affecting all Boeing 737-8, 737-9, and 737-8200 airplanes. It addresses interference with radio altimeters caused by 5G C-Band wireless broadband operations in the 3.7-3.98 GHz frequency band, which can impair critical aircraft systems during takeoff and landing. The directive mandates revisions to the airplane flight manual to include new limitations and operating procedures to mitigate these risks.

Airworthiness Directive

Boeing 737898200

EASA AD 2022-0019

Wings – Front and Rear Spars – Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0019 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes. It mandates inspections of specific wing spars, including the outer rear spar, outer inner front spar, and outer front spar, to detect cracks that could compromise structural integrity. This directive applies to all manufacturer serial numbers and wing box assembly dates as specified.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded

Airbus A380841842861

EASA SIB 2022-01

Aeroplanes with Cable-driven Flight Controls — Frayed Flap Extend Cables

EASA Safety Information Bulletin No. 2022-01 is a safety information bulletin addressing frayed flap extend cables on aeroplanes with cable-driven flight controls, specifically endorsing the FAA Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin CE-13-27R1. This bulletin applies to all aeroplanes with cable-driven flight controls, including Textron (Cessna) US type designs. It informs owners and operators in EASA Member States about the issue and FAA recommendations without mandating regulatory action.

Safety Information Bulletin

EASA AD 2022-0018-E

Equipment / Furnishings – Emergency Parachutes – Removal from Service

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0018-E is an emergency directive addressing safety concerns with MARS A.S. ATL-88/90-1B emergency parachutes, also known commercially as ATL-15 SL. It applies to all serial numbers manufactured between 2016 and 2020 inclusive, as well as specific serial numbers with a microline cord static line extension. The directive mandates removal from service due to a risk of malfunction caused by incorrect ripcord length and static line extension dimensions.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded

EASA AD US-2021-24-12

Fuel / Inert Gas System - Airworthiness Limitations / Critical Design Configuration Control Limitations - Revision

The Fuel / Inert Gas System - Airworthiness Limitations / Critical Design Configuration Control Limitations - Revision is a final rule airworthiness directive issued by the FAA for certain Boeing Company Model 777 airplanes. It addresses updated and more restrictive airworthiness limitations and critical design configuration control limitations related to fuel tank ignition prevention, the engine fuel suction feed system, and the nitrogen generation system. This directive aims to mitigate risks of fuel tank explosions and engine flameouts.

Airworthiness Directive

Boeing 777

EASA AD 2022-0017-E

Equipment / Furnishings – Emergency Parachutes – Removal from Service

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0017-E is an emergency directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency concerning MARS A.S. ATL-88/90-1B emergency parachutes, also known commercially as ATL-15SL. It applies to all variants and serial numbers of these parachutes delivered after 31 July 2021. The directive addresses a safety issue related to the ripcord length modification that may cause malfunction of the parachute during deployment.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded