EASA Regulations & Airworthiness Directives

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EASA AD G-2021-0006

Engine Controls — Power Control — Engine Power Control Cables - Replacement

The Civil Aviation Authority Airworthiness Directive G-2021-0006 addresses the replacement of engine power control cables on BAe ATP aeroplanes. This directive applies to all manufacturer serial numbers of the BAe ATP model and focuses on engine power control-cable assemblies with specific part numbers. It mandates the installation of improved cables designed to prevent freezing caused by moisture ingress.

Aug 11, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBae Systems (Operations) ATPBAe ATP

EASA AD G-2021-0005

Flight Controls — Push Rod Assembly at Gust-lock/Power Lever Baulk Mechanism - Replacement

Civil Aviation Authority Airworthiness Directive G-2021-0005 addresses a safety issue affecting BAE Systems Jetstream 3100 and 3200 series aircraft, specifically those with constructor’s numbers up to 927 and from 929 to 936 inclusive. The directive mandates the replacement of the push rod assembly at the gust-lock/power lever baulk mechanism to prevent unintended power lever movement. This AD aims to enhance flight control safety by installing a modified push rod assembly.

Aug 11, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBae Systems (Operations) Jetstream 3100Bae Systems (Operations) Jetstream 3200BAE Systems Jetstream 3100BAE Systems Jetstream 3200

EASA AD US-2021-15-05

SUPERSEDED BY FAA AD 2025-07-10

FAA Airworthiness Directive 2021-15-05 is a final rule addressing all General Electric Company GE90-110B1 and GE90-115B turbofan engines. It mandates the replacement of the full authority digital engine control (FADEC) MN4 microprocessor due to an unsafe condition involving loss of engine thrust control that can cause uncommanded high thrust. This directive aims to enhance engine safety and prevent potential loss of airplane control.

Aug 11, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtGeneral Electric GE90

EASA AD US-2021-16-15

Air Conditioning - Failed Air Conditioning Pack Electronic Flow Control in Aft Cargo Compartment - Dispatch Restrictions for Carriage of Cargo

The Air Conditioning - Failed Air Conditioning Pack Electronic Flow Control in Aft Cargo Compartment - Dispatch Restrictions for Carriage of Cargo is a final rule airworthiness directive issued by the FAA affecting Boeing 737-8, 737-9, 737-8200 (737 MAX), and certain 737-800 and 737-900ER series airplanes. It addresses a safety issue where failed electronic flow control of air conditioning packs reduces fire suppression capability in the aft cargo compartment. The directive prohibits carrying cargo in the aft cargo compartment if the electronic flow control of air conditioning packs has failed.

Aug 9, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveSafety MgmtFlight OpsBoeing 737Boeing 737-8Boeing 737-9Boeing 737-8200Boeing 737-800Boeing 737-900ER

EASA AD 2021-0188

Doors — Cargo Door Handle / Locking Mechanism — Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0188 is an airworthiness directive addressing the cargo door handle and locking mechanism on Airbus Helicopters EC 175 B models. It mandates inspections and replacement of the locking mechanism and handle to ensure proper operation and prevent in-flight cargo door opening. This directive applies to all EC 175 B helicopters except those with Airbus Helicopters modification 99A06087 incorporated during production.

Aug 9, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters EC175Airbus Helicopters EC 175 B

EASA AD 2021-0189-E

Propeller — Propeller Hub — Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0189-E is an emergency directive addressing inspection and replacement requirements for AERO AT Sp. z o.o. ELPROP 3-1-1P propellers, commonly installed on AERO AT-3R100 and AT-4LSA aeroplanes. The directive mandates inspections of the propeller hub to detect cracks near blade attachment points that could lead to blade loss and loss of aircraft control.

Aug 9, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAero (Propellers) ELPROPAERO AT AT-3R100AERO AT AT-4LSA

EASA AD 2021-0187

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2022-0146

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0187 is an airworthiness directive issued for Alexander Schleicher GmbH & Co. ASW 15 sailplanes, specifically serial numbers 15001 through 15183. It addresses inspection and replacement requirements for wing root ribs to ensure structural integrity. The directive mandates repetitive inspections and restricts installation of certain affected parts to maintain airworthiness.

Aug 9, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtSchleicher, Alexander ASW 15Alexander Schleicher ASW 15

EASA AD 2020-0085R1

Powerplant — Aft Engine Mount Retainers — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0085R1 is a regulatory update addressing the replacement and inspection of aft engine mount retainers on Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aircraft equipped with CFM56-5A/5B engines. The directive focuses on preventing in-flight loss of aft engine mount links due to cracked or broken retainers caused by vibration and surface finish issues. It applies to specific part numbers of aft engine mount assemblies and includes instructions for inspections, replacements, and modifications.

Aug 6, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A318Airbus A319Airbus A320Airbus A321

EASA AD 2021-0111R1

Windows — Windshields — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0111R1 is a regulatory update addressing inspection requirements for windshields installed on Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aeroplanes. It mandates detailed and electrical test inspections of specific affected windshield parts to ensure structural integrity and prevent in-flight windshield failure. The directive applies to all serial numbers of the listed Airbus models and specifies affected part numbers grouped by risk level.

Aug 5, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A318Airbus A319Airbus A320Airbus A321

EASA AD 2017-0132R2

Engine — Forward Engine Mount Main Beam Snout — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2017-0132R2 is an updated regulatory requirement addressing the replacement of forward engine mount main beam snouts on Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aircraft equipped with CFM56-5A and CFM56-5B engines. The directive targets specific part numbers 642-2006-501 and 642-2006-503 of the forward engine mount main beam assemblies due to potential wear issues that could lead to engine detachment. It mandates inspections and replacement actions to ensure continued airworthiness and safety.

Aug 3, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A318Airbus A319Airbus A320Airbus A321

EASA AD 2021-0182

SUPERSEDED BY EASA ADR 2022-0003

The document titled SUPERSEDED BY EASA ADR 2022-0003 is an explanatory statement regarding the absence of an Airworthiness Directive (AD) document for the Airbus A400M aeroplane. It clarifies that no publicly available AD exists because there are currently no Airbus A400M aircraft in civil service. The document serves as an informational record provided by EASA to military airworthiness authorities and design approval holders.

Aug 2, 2021
OtherSafety MgmtAirbus Military A400MAirbus A400M

EASA AD 2021-0181

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2024-0008

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0181 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting all certified models and serial numbers of Airbus A300 aeroplanes. It mandates compliance with updated airworthiness limitations related to damage tolerant maintenance tasks, specifically incorporating Airbus A300 Airworthiness Limitations Section Part 2 Variation 3.3. This directive ensures continued airworthiness by requiring operators to follow new and more restrictive maintenance tasks as approved by EASA.

Jul 30, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A300

EASA AD US-2021-14-13

Engine - High Pressure Turbine Stage 2 Air Seal Assembly - Inspection / Replacement

Airworthiness Directive 2021-14-13 is a final rule issued by the FAA addressing Pratt & Whitney PW2037, PW2037M, PW2040, and F117-PW-100 turbofan engines. It mandates inspections and potential replacement of the high-pressure turbine (HPT) 2nd-stage air seal assembly due to risks of cracks that could lead to uncontained engine failure. This directive aims to ensure continued airworthiness and safety of affected engines.

Jul 29, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtPratt & Whitney PW2000

EASA AD CF-2021-26

Main Rotor — Pitch Link Assembly Clevis Fracture

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2021-26 addresses a critical safety issue affecting Bell Textron Canada Limited model 430 helicopters, serial numbers 49001 through 49129. The directive mandates inspections and corrective actions on the main rotor pitch link assembly clevis and universal bearings to prevent fractures that could lead to loss of helicopter control. This AD was issued following fatal accidents linked to fatigue fractures in the pitch link clevis.

Jul 29, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBell 430Bell Textron Canada Limited 430

EASA SIB AIR-21-11

Rotorcraft Servo System - Pre-Take-Off Check

The Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin SAIB: AIR-21-11 is an FAA informational bulletin addressing the rotorcraft servo system on Robinson Helicopter Company Model R66, R44, and R44 II helicopters equipped with D212-1, D212-5, and D212-6 hydraulic servos manufactured before April 2014. It highlights a potential issue with servo wear that can cause stiff cyclic controls during flight. This bulletin is not a mandatory directive but provides important safety information for operators of these specific Robinson helicopter models.

Jul 29, 2021
Safety Information BulletinFlight OpsMaintenanceSafety MgmtRobinson R44 (Raven)Robinson R66

EASA SIB SAFO21004

Air Traffic Control Notification and Pilot Awareness When Conducting an Instrument Landing System Autoland Procedure

SAFO 21004 is a Safety Alert for Operators issued by the FAA Flight Standards Service that addresses the importance of notifying Air Traffic Control (ATC) when conducting Instrument Landing System (ILS) autoland procedures. It highlights pilot awareness during coupled approaches and autoland maneuvers to prevent deviations caused by localizer signal interference. This alert applies broadly to operators using ILS autoland systems, regardless of weather conditions.

Jul 28, 2021
Safety Information BulletinFlight OpsSafety Mgmt

EASA AD CF-2021-24

Cabin Equipment / Furnishings — Defective Baggage Nets

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2021-24 addresses defective baggage nets installed on Diamond Aircraft Industries Inc. models DA 40, DA 40 D, DA 40 F, DA 40 NG, and DA 62. The directive mandates the removal and replacement of Quick Fix Baggage Net Assemblies with defective buckles that may fail to restrain baggage or cargo, posing a risk of injury during emergency landings. It also prohibits the installation of affected baggage nets as replacement parts on these aircraft models.

Jul 28, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtDiamond Aircraft Industries, DA 40Diamond Aircraft Industries, DA 62Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 40Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 40 DDiamond Aircraft Industries DA 40 FDiamond Aircraft Industries DA 40 NGDiamond Aircraft Industries DA 62

EASA SIB SAFO21003

Inspection of Lavatory Fire Extinguishing Bottles on Aircraft Parked or Stored for a Prolonged Period of Time in a High-Temperature Environment

SAFO 21003 is a Safety Alert for Operators issued by the FAA regarding the inspection of lavatory fire extinguishing bottles on aircraft parked or stored for prolonged periods in high-temperature environments. This alert applies to operators under 14 CFR Parts 91K, 121, 125, and 135 and highlights the risk of discharged lavatory fire extinguishing bottles due to elevated cabin temperatures. The document emphasizes the need for inspection during return-to-service maintenance checks to ensure safety.

Jul 28, 2021
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety Mgmt

EASA AD US-2021-14-10

Equipment / Furnishings - Forward Cargo Compartment Insulation Blankets - Inspection

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airworthiness Directive 2021-14-10 is a final rule addressing certain Boeing 747-400, 747-400D, and 747-400F series airplanes. It mandates inspections of the forward cargo compartment insulation blankets for degraded Boeing Material Specification (BMS) 8-39 urethane foam, which has diminished fire-retardant properties with age. The directive requires replacement of exposed or compromised foam and seals to maintain fire safety standards.

Jul 27, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 747Boeing 747-400Boeing 747-400DBoeing 747-400F

EASA AD 2021-0179

Equipment / Furnishings — Hoist Support Assembly — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0179 is an airworthiness directive affecting Leonardo S.p.A. AW109SP helicopters. It mandates inspections of Goodrich hoist support assemblies, part number 109-0705V04-301, due to reported corrosion issues that could compromise structural integrity and safety during hoist operations.

Jul 27, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtLeonardo S.P.A. Helicopters A109Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters A119Leonardo AW109SP