EASA Regulations & Airworthiness Directives

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EASA AD BR-2021-02-01

[Correction] Airplane Flight Manual Change / Mid Electronic Bay and Backup Smoke Detectors Electrical Wiring - Modification

The Correction to Airplane Flight Manual Change / Mid Electronic Bay and Backup Smoke Detectors Electrical Wiring - Modification is an errata issued by the Brazilian National Civil Aviation Agency (ANAC) to correct printing errors in Airworthiness Directive 2021-02-01 affecting Embraer aircraft. The document clarifies manufacturer identification, corrects references to superseded directives, updates service bulletin revision dates, and fixes terminology errors to ensure accurate compliance information.

Feb 24, 2021
CorrectionMaintenanceSafety MgmtEmbraer ERJ 190Embraer

EASA AD US-2021-02-07

Engine Fuel & Control - Cushioned Loop Clamp and Outer Fuel Manifold - Inspection / Replacement

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2021-02-07 is a final rule addressing all General Electric Company GEnx-1B series turbofan engines. It mandates inspections and potential replacements related to the cushioned loop clamp (p-clamp) and the outer fuel manifold due to reported cracks causing fuel leakage. This directive applies to multiple GEnx-1B engine variants and aims to ensure continued airworthiness and safety.

Feb 24, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtGeneral Electric GEnx

EASA AD US-2021-02-13

Fuselage - Forward Galley Door Fuselage Skin / Bear Strap - Inspection

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2021-02-13 is a final rule addressing certain Boeing 737-600, -700, -700C, -800, and -900 series airplanes. It mandates inspections of the fuselage skin and bear strap at the forward galley door area for cracks, prompted by reports of cracking in the bear strap between station 290 and 296. The directive aims to prevent potential structural integrity loss and uncontrolled decompression.

Feb 24, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 737Boeing 737-600Boeing 737-700Boeing 737-700CBoeing 737-800Boeing 737-900

EASA AD 2021-0052

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2021-0154

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0052 is an airworthiness directive addressing GE Aviation Czech M601 series engines installed on various aircraft including the LET L-410 series, Air Tractor AT series, Grumman G-164, PZL-106, Dornier Do 28, Thrush S-2R, DHC-3 Otter, Zlin Z-37T, and PAC FU-24. The directive focuses on the replacement and life limit implementation of propeller shafts, specifically part numbers M601-6081.2, M601-6081.4, and M601-6081.6. It mandates compliance to ensure continued airworthiness and prevent propeller shaft failure.

Feb 24, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtGe Aviation Czech M601LET L-410Air Tractor ATGrumman G-164PZL-106Dornier Do 28Thrush S-2RDHC-3 OtterZlin Z-37TPAC FU-24

EASA SIB 2021-04

New Noga Light Ltd NL-93 Night Vision Goggles — Replacement

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2021-04 is an airworthiness bulletin addressing the replacement of New Noga Light Ltd NL-93 Night Vision Goggles (NVG) used on helicopters with Night Vision Imaging System (NVIS) certification. It highlights concerns about the replacement of NL-93 NVGs with Binimon (A) NVGs by Meprolight Ltd, the current manufacturer. The bulletin applies to all helicopters certified for NVIS and equipped with the NL-93 model.

Feb 23, 2021
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety Mgmt

EASA AD 2021-0050

Tail Rotor — Blades — Replacement / Re-identification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0050 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus Helicopters Deutschland GmbH EC135 and EC635 helicopter models. It addresses the replacement and re-identification of tail rotor blades and head assemblies with specific part numbers due to a reduced life limit established for certain blades operated on higher-load Group 1 helicopters. The directive applies to all variants and serial numbers of the specified helicopter models.

Feb 23, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters EC135Airbus Helicopters 635Airbus Helicopters EC635

EASA AD 2021-0049

Fire Protection — Operational Limitation Doors — Cargo Door Seals — Cleaning / Greasing / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0049 is an operational limitation and maintenance directive affecting Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aeroplanes. It addresses issues with cargo door seals that may cause reduced halon concentration in cargo compartments, potentially compromising fire extinguishing system effectiveness. The directive applies to specific part numbers of forward, aft, and bulk cargo door seals and mandates cleaning, greasing, and eventual replacement with improved seals.

Feb 18, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A318Airbus A319Airbus A320Airbus A321

EASA AD CF-2021-04

Powerplant — Engine Mount — Bushing Missing

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2021-04 addresses the issue of missing sliding bushings in the engine mount system of Bombardier Inc. BD-700-1A10 and BD-700-1A11 aircraft. This directive mandates inspections of the forward and aft engine mounts to ensure proper installation of the bushings, which are critical for carrying engine loads to the airframe. The directive applies to specific serial numbers of these aircraft models.

Feb 17, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBombardier BD-700Bombardier BD-700-1A10Bombardier BD-700-1A11

EASA AD 2021-0039R2

Return to Service

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0039R2 is a regulatory document addressing the return to service of Boeing 737-8 and 737-9 (MAX) aeroplanes. It mandates software updates, modifications, and operational changes to ensure safe flight operations following previous grounding due to safety concerns. The directive covers installation of updated Flight Control Computer and MAX Display System software, wiring modifications, sensor tests, and updated pilot training requirements.

Feb 17, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveFlight OpsMaintenanceTrainingSafety MgmtBoeing 737Boeing 737-8Boeing 737-9

EASA AD CF-2021-03

Equipment/Furnishings — Mid Fuselage Insulation — Potential Damage to Insulation Blankets below Over Wing Emergency Exit Door (OWEED)

The Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2021-03 titled 'Equipment/Furnishings — Mid Fuselage Insulation — Potential Damage to Insulation Blankets below Over Wing Emergency Exit Door (OWEED)' applies to Airbus Canada Limited Partnership aircraft models BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11 with specified serial numbers. It addresses potential damage to insulation blankets located beneath the left and right over wing emergency exit doors. The directive mandates inspections and corrective actions to ensure continued fire protection.

Feb 16, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus BD-500 (A220 Series)Airbus Canada BD-500-1A10Airbus Canada BD-500-1A11

EASA AD 2021-0045

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2021-0172

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0045 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aeroplanes. It mandates repetitive inspections and repairs of the 80VU rack attachments, including lower lateral fittings, lower central support, and upper fittings, to address potential damage that could compromise flight control and communication systems housed in the rack.

Feb 16, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A318Airbus A319Airbus A320Airbus A321

EASA AD 2021-0048

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2023-0064

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0048 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus Helicopters models AS 350, EC 130, AS 355, SA 365, and AS 365. It addresses a safety issue related to the main rotor pitch rod upper links, which if not corrected, could lead to loss of control of the helicopter. The directive mandates marking and repetitive inspections of these components to detect any loss of torque and prevent potential failures.

Feb 16, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters AS 350Airbus Helicopters EC 130Airbus Helicopters AS 355Airbus Helicopters SAAirbus Helicopters AS 365Airbus Helicopters EC 155Airbus Helicopters SA 365

EASA AD 2021-0047

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2023-0207

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0047 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Dassault Aviation Falcon 7X, Falcon 900EX, and Falcon 2000EX aeroplanes. It addresses the replacement of certain Decomatic Titanium bolts that were improperly heat treated during manufacturing, potentially compromising structural integrity. The directive applies to specific serial numbers of these aircraft models, including variants known as Falcon 8X, F900LX, F2000LXS, and F2000S.

Feb 16, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtDassault Falcon 2000Dassault Falcon 7XDassault Falcon 900EXDassault Falcon 2000EXDassault Falcon 8XDassault Falcon F900LXDassault Falcon F2000LXSDassault Falcon F2000S

EASA AD 2017-0252R1

Wings — Lower Fixed Trailing Edge Flap Shroud Panels — Inspection

The document titled 'Wings — Lower Fixed Trailing Edge Flap Shroud Panels — Inspection' is an informational Airworthiness Directive record created by EASA regarding the Airbus A400M aircraft. Since there are currently no Airbus A400M aeroplanes in civil service, no public AD document exists. The document serves as a recommendation for military airworthiness authorities to issue their own applicable ADs for this aircraft type.

Feb 12, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Military A400MAirbus A400M

EASA AD 2018-0289R1

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2025-0111

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0289R1 is an amendment addressing inspection and repair requirements for door stop fitting holes at fuselage frames 16 and 20 on Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aircraft. It mandates repetitive rototest inspections and corrective actions to detect and fix cracks that could compromise structural integrity. The directive also provides an optional terminating modification to extend inspection intervals and ensure continued airworthiness.

Feb 10, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A318Airbus A319Airbus A320Airbus A321

EASA AD US-2020-26-16

NOT ADOPTED - EASA DECISION ATTACHED

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Final Rule titled Airworthiness Directive 2020-26-16 addresses certain Piper Aircraft, Inc. models including PA-28-151, PA-28-161, PA-28-181, PA-28-235, PA-28R-180, PA-28R-200, PA-28R-201, PA-28R-201T, PA-28RT-201, PA-28RT-201T, PA-32-260, PA-32-300, PA-32R-300, PA-32RT-300, and PA-32RT-300T airplanes. This directive responds to a safety concern involving wing separation caused by fatigue cracking in the lower main wing spar cap. It mandates inspections and potential replacement of affected wing spars to ensure continued airworthiness.

Feb 9, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtPiper Aircraft PA-28 (Archer)Piper Aircraft PA-28 (Cadet)Piper Aircraft PA-28 (Cherokee)Piper Aircraft PA-28 (Warrior)Piper Aircraft PA-28R (Arrow)Piper Aircraft PA-32 (Cherokee Six)Piper Aircraft PA-32R (Lance)Piper PA-28-151Piper PA-28-161Piper PA-28-181Piper PA-28-235Piper PA-28R-180Piper PA-28R-200Piper PA-28R-201Piper PA-28R-201TPiper PA-28RT-201Piper PA-28RT-201TPiper PA-32-260Piper PA-32-300Piper PA-32R-300Piper PA-32RT-300Piper PA-32RT-300T

EASA SIB BEA-2021-01R01

Embraer S.A. EMB-500 aeroplanes - Hydraulic Powerpack Failures

The Embraer S.A. EMB-500 aeroplanes - Hydraulic Powerpack Failures Special Airworthiness Bulletin (BEA Nº 2021-01R01) alerts operators of Embraer EMB-500 aircraft equipped with PW617F-E or PW617F1-E engines and specific avionics systems about hydraulic powerpack failures. It covers models Phenom 100E and Phenom 100EV, including those modified by Embraer Service Bulletin SB500-00-0009. The bulletin provides information on the hydraulic system changes and associated failure reports without imposing mandatory requirements.

Feb 8, 2021
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety Mgmt

EASA SIB AIR-21-03

Robinson R44 Helicopters - Electrical Power System - Ameri-King Radio Frequency Interference Direct Current Line Filter Smoke/Fire

The Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin SAIB: AIR-21-03 is an FAA informational bulletin regarding Robinson R44 and R44 II helicopters equipped with Automatic Direction Finding (ADF) equipment and police-version helicopters. It addresses the potential risk of smoke and fire caused by the Ameri-King Radio Frequency Interference (RFI) Direct Current (DC) Line Filter, part number AK-950-FTR, installed in these helicopters. The bulletin informs operators about this issue without mandating regulatory action.

Feb 4, 2021
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety Mgmt

EASA AD 2021-0043-E

Air Conditioning — Cabin Heater and Carburettor Heater Ducts — Operational Restriction / Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0043-E is an emergency directive addressing the incorrect installation of cabin heater and carburettor heater ducts on CEAPR DR400/100 and DR400/120 aeroplanes, specifically serial numbers 2212 to 2746 equipped with a 4 in 1 exhaust (Standard 01). The directive mandates operational restrictions and inspections to prevent potential carbon monoxide intoxication risks. It applies to aircraft manufactured by Centre Est Aéronautique, Avions Pierre Robin, CAB, APEX Industries, and Robin Aircraft.

Feb 2, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtCeapr DR 400CEAPR DR400/100CEAPR DR400/120