EASA Regulations & Airworthiness Directives

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EASA AD 2021-0088R1

Engine Fuel & Control — Digital Engine Control Unit — Software Update

The document titled 'Engine Fuel & Control — Digital Engine Control Unit — Software Update' pertains to the SAFRAN HELICOPTER ENGINES ARRIUS 2 engine model. It addresses updates to the software of the digital engine control unit used in these engines. This update is relevant for operators and maintenance organizations managing aircraft powered by the ARRIUS 2 engine.

Jul 26, 2021
OtherMaintenanceSafran ARRIUS 2

EASA AD 2021-0175

[Correction] Landing Gear — Main Landing Gear Sliding Tubes — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0175 is a corrective AD addressing inspection requirements for main landing gear sliding tubes on Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aircraft. It mandates repetitive general visual inspections of affected landing gear sliding tubes identified in three batches, with specific part and serial numbers, to detect cracks caused by improper magnetic particle inspections during overhaul. The AD applies to all manufacturer serial numbers of the specified Airbus models and includes instructions for corrective actions and terminating actions.

Jul 23, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A318Airbus A319Airbus A320Airbus A321

EASA AD US-2021-13-16

Engine - Lower Fuel Manifold - Inspection

Federal Aviation Administration Airworthiness Directive 2021-13-16 is a final rule addressing certain General Electric Company GEnx-2B67, GEnx-2B67/P, and GEnx-2B67B model turbofan engines. It mandates inspections of the lower fuel manifold due to reported cracks causing fuel leakage. This directive applies to engines installed on aircraft such as the Boeing 747-8.

Jul 23, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtGeneral Electric GEnxBoeing 747-8

EASA AD CF-2021-25

Equipment / Furnishings — Monuments — Tie-Rod Preload on Interior Monuments

The Airworthiness Directive CF-2021-25 issued by Transport Canada addresses tie-rod preload issues on interior monuments in Airbus Canada Limited Partnership aircraft models BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11. The directive mandates inspection and adjustment of tie-rod assemblies in specific cabin areas to prevent potential hazards during emergency landings. This directive applies to aircraft with serial numbers 50010 through 50040 for BD-500-1A10 and 55003 through 55057 for BD-500-1A11.

Jul 23, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus BD-500 (A220 Series)Airbus Canada BD-500-1A10Airbus Canada BD-500-1A11

EASA AD US-2021-15-03

Wings - Flap Yoke Fitting Assemblies - Replacement / Life Limit

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2021-15-03 addresses certain Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation Model GVII-G500 airplanes. This directive mandates replacement of flap inboard and outboard yoke fitting assemblies and establishes a 20,000 flight cycle life limit for specific flap yoke fitting part numbers. It aims to prevent flap yoke fitting failure that could lead to asymmetric flap positions and potential loss of airplane control.

Jul 23, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtGulfstream Aerospace Corporation GVIIGulfstream GVII-G500

EASA SIB 2020-14R1

Contamination of Air Data Systems During Aircraft Parking and / or Storage due to the COVID-19 Pandemic

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2020-14R1 addresses contamination of air data systems during aircraft parking and storage related to the COVID-19 pandemic. It highlights issues with unreliable speed and altitude indications caused by foreign object contamination, such as insect nests in pitot static systems, affecting all parked or stored aircraft regardless of duration. The bulletin provides guidance for continuing airworthiness management organisations, maintenance organisations, commercial air transport operators, and national authorities to mitigate these risks.

Jul 22, 2021
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety Mgmt

EASA AD 2021-0176

Engine — Critical Parts — Removal from Service

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0176 is an official regulatory document addressing Rolls-Royce RB211 Trent 900 series engines, specifically models Trent 970-84, 970B-84, 972-84, 972B-84, and 972E-84. It mandates the removal from service of certain critical engine parts identified by part number and serial number due to incorrect life usage records. The directive aims to ensure continued airworthiness and prevent potential engine failures.

Jul 22, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtRolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg RB211 TRENT 900

EASA AD US-2021-14-19

Engine - High Pressure Turbine Stage 1/2 Disks - Inspection

Federal Aviation Administration Airworthiness Directive 2021-14-19 is a final rule addressing certain International Aero Engines AG V2500 model turbofan engines installed on aircraft such as the Airbus A321-231. This directive mandates ultrasonic inspections of the high-pressure turbine (HPT) 1st-stage and 2nd-stage disks to detect potential failures that could lead to uncontained disk failure and engine damage.

Jul 22, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtInternational Aero Engines Ag V2500-( )5Airbus A321-231

EASA AD 2021-0173

Oxygen — Courier Area Oxygen Distribution System Flexible Hoses — Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0173 is an airworthiness directive addressing the inspection and replacement of flexible hoses in the courier area oxygen distribution system on certain Airbus A330-243, A330-322, and A330-343 aircraft modified with EASA Supplemental Type Certificates 10063795 and 10063798. The directive targets specific flexible hose part numbers prone to cracking, which could lead to oxygen leakage and potential injury to occupants. It mandates inspections, functional testing, and replacement with improved hoses to ensure continued airworthiness.

Jul 21, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A330

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