EASA Regulations & Airworthiness Directives

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EASA AD CF-2021-21

SUPERSEDED BY TCCA AD CF-2021-50

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2021-21 addresses a fuel system safety issue on Airbus Canada Limited Partnership aircraft models BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11. The directive mandates inspections and corrective actions related to missing lockwire on fuel pressure switches installed on AC boost pump cartridges and engine feed pressure switches. This AD aims to prevent fuel leaks and potential fire hazards caused by loose fuel pressure switches.

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

EASA AD US-2021-11-07

Engine - Compressor Rotor Spools - Inspection / Replacement

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2021-11-07 addresses certain General Electric Company GEnx-1B64, 1B67, 1B70, and 2B67 model turbofan engines. It mandates inspections and potential replacement of the stages 6-10 compressor rotor spools due to discovered damage and missed fluorescent penetrant inspections during production. This directive aims to ensure continued airworthiness and safety of affected engines.

Jun 30, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtGeneral Electric GEnx

EASA AD 2021-0153

Fuselage — Rear Fuselage Lateral / Lower Frame Joint — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0153 is an airworthiness directive addressing inspection requirements for the rear fuselage lateral and lower frame joint on Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes with manufacturer serial numbers 0006 to 0017 inclusive. The directive mandates inspections to determine structural geometry and requires special detailed inspections and corrective actions based on findings to ensure structural integrity. It applies specifically to affected parts identified by part numbers in the directive's appendix.

Jun 30, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A380

EASA SIB CASA-2021-10

Take-off with Incorrect Throttle Setting

Transport Canada Civil Aviation Safety Alert CASA 2021-10 is a safety alert addressing takeoff incidents involving incorrect throttle settings on Airbus Canada BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11 aeroplanes (A220-300). The alert highlights occurrences where thrust levers were set below the correct takeoff thrust, causing spoiler deployment issues and autothrottle engagement failures during takeoff. It provides background on investigations and communications from Airbus Canada regarding proper thrust lever settings and autothrottle management.

Jun 30, 2021
Safety Information BulletinFlight OpsSafety MgmtAirbus BD-500 (A220 Series)

EASA SIB 2021-13

Drive Train Failure

EASA Safety Information Bulletin No. 2021-13 is an airworthiness bulletin addressing a drive train failure issue in Robinson Helicopter Company R22 and R44 helicopters. The bulletin references the Civil Aviation Safety Authority of Australia's Airworthiness Bulletin 63-010 Issue 1, which highlights a failure in a Robinson R44 drive train component identified by the Australian Transport Safety Bureau. EASA concurs with the recommendations issued by CASA to ensure awareness among operators and maintenance organizations in EASA Member States.

Jun 29, 2021
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtRobinson R22Robinson R44 (Raven)

EASA AD US-2021-12-11

Equipment / Furnishings - Cargo Compartment Insulation Blankets - Replacement / Inspection

Airworthiness Directive 2021-12-11 is a final rule issued by the Federal Aviation Administration addressing certain Boeing 767-200 and 767-300 series airplanes. It mandates replacement and inspection of cargo compartment insulation blankets to incorporate fire stops and prevent smoke migration into the main cabin. The directive also requires inspections to verify correct installation and serviceability of the insulation blankets and mandates corrective actions as necessary.

Jun 28, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 767Boeing 767-200Boeing 767-300

EASA AD ISR-I-24-2021-6-6R1

Main Deck Oxygen Alert System - Circuit Breaker Wiring Connection - Inspection

Airworthiness Directive AD ISR-I-24-2021-6-6R1 issued by the State of Israel Civil Aviation Authority mandates inspection and correction of the wiring connection for the Main Deck Oxygen Alert System circuit breaker on Boeing 767-300BDSF special freighter conversions. This directive applies to aircraft modified under CAAI STC SA218, FAA STC ST02040SE, and EASA STC 10028430. The directive addresses a wiring error that could lead to overheating and potential system malfunctions.

Jun 28, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 767Israel Aerospace Industries CAA Israel STC SA218Boeing 767-300BDSF

EASA AD G-2021-0004

SURVITEC GROUP LIMITED - Life Raft - Inspection

Civil Aviation Authority Airworthiness Directive G-2021-0004 addresses inspection requirements for Survitec Group Limited Life Raft Heliraft 18R MK3 with packed assembly part numbers 00051054 (Port) and 00051055 (Starboard). This directive mandates a one-time inspection and functional check of these life rafts to ensure proper inflation and seam integrity. It applies specifically to life rafts manufactured by Survitec Group Ltd. t/a RFD Beaufort Ltd.

Jun 28, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety Mgmt

EASA AD US-2021-12-12

Wings - Inboard / Outboard Spoiler Assemblies - Inspection / Replacement

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2021-12-12 addresses all Boeing Model 717-200 airplanes. It mandates a one-time inspection of the left- and right-wing inboard and outboard spoiler assemblies to verify the correct splice bar and reinforcing doublers configuration. This directive responds to reports of incorrect splice bars installed and incorrectly identified parts that are not eligible for these aircraft.

Jun 28, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 717Boeing 717-200

EASA AD 2021-0150

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2022-0028

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0150 is an interim safety directive affecting Airbus A319, A320, and A321 neo family aircraft. It addresses potential unreliable airspeed indications during take-off caused by erroneous pitot probe data, which could lead to unstable flight paths and reduced aircraft control. The directive mandates updates to the Airplane Flight Manual and Master Minimum Equipment List to mitigate this risk.

Jun 25, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveFlight OpsSafety MgmtAirbus A319Airbus A320Airbus A321Airbus A321 neo

EASA AD 2021-0151

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2022-0198

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0198 is a regulatory document concerning Ratier-Figeac FH385 and FH386 series propellers. It clarifies that no such propellers are currently in civil service, and therefore no public AD document exists for these propellers. The directive serves as an informational record and recommends that military authorities issue their own applicable ADs for affected military aircraft.

Jun 25, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtRatier-Figeac FH385Ratier-Figeac FH386

EASA SIB CASA-2021-09

In-flight Shutdown Events due to Failure of Smiths Electronic Engine Control Units

The Transport Canada Civil Aviation Safety Alert CASA 2021-09 addresses an increased rate of in-flight shutdown events on Pratt & Whitney Canada PW305A engines installed on Learjet 60 aircraft, caused by failures of Smiths Electronic Engine Control (EEC) units. The alert highlights the aging-related failures of EEC units with part number 31B4741 and recommends upgrading to the latest EEC configuration. This safety alert is intended for owners, operators, and maintainers of the affected engines.

Jun 23, 2021
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtPratt & Whitney Canada PW305

EASA SIB 2021-03R1

Loss of Air Traffic Control Tracking on Boeing 787 Aeroplanes in European Airspace

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2021-03R1 is an airworthiness bulletin addressing intermittent loss of Air Traffic Control tracking on Boeing 787-8, 787-9, and 787-10 aeroplanes equipped with the Integrated Surveillance System Processor Unit (ISSPU), Part Number 822-2120-102. The bulletin highlights that these tracking losses occur in European airspace without alerting the flight crew through onboard systems. It provides information on the issue and references corrective actions from Collins Aerospace to mitigate the problem.

Jun 22, 2021
Safety Information BulletinSafety MgmtMaintenance

EASA AD 2021-0149

Equipment / Furnishings — Emergency Flashlight — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0149 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency concerning Airbus Helicopters Deutschland GmbH EC135 and EC635 helicopter models. It addresses the replacement of emergency flashlights with part number 11359000001 due to safety concerns. The directive applies to all variants and serial numbers up to 820 inclusive of these helicopter models.

Jun 21, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters EC135Airbus Helicopters 635Airbus Helicopters EC635

EASA AD 2021-0148

Equipment & Furnishings — Emergency Flotation System — Rotorcraft Flight Manual (Supplement)

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0148 is an update addressing the Emergency Flotation System (EFS) information in the Rotorcraft Flight Manual (Supplement) for Sikorsky S-76 and S-92A helicopters, Bell Helicopter Textron 212, 214B, 214ST, 412 series, and Bell Helicopter Textron Canada 222, 230, and 430 helicopters equipped with EFS. It mandates amendments to the Limitations Section of the flight manuals to include demonstrated sea state conditions for ditching performance of the EFS. This directive applies to helicopters with EFS installed as optional kits or via Supplemental Type Certificates.

Jun 21, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveFlight OpsSafety MgmtBell 222Bell 230Bell 430Bell Textron Inc. (Bti) 212Bell Textron Inc. (Bti) 214STBell Textron Inc. (Bti) 412Mcdermott 214 Holdings, 214Sikorsky S-76Sikorsky S-92Sikorsky S-92ABell Helicopter Textron 212Bell Helicopter Textron 214BBell Helicopter Textron 214STBell Helicopter Textron 412Bell Helicopter Textron Canada 222Bell Helicopter Textron Canada 230Bell Helicopter Textron Canada 430

EASA AD 2021-0147

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2022-0106

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0147 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting all Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes. It mandates compliance with updated damage tolerant airworthiness limitation items as specified in Airbus A380 Airworthiness Limitations Section Part 2 Variation 9.1. This directive ensures continued airworthiness by requiring operators to follow new and more restrictive maintenance tasks.

Jun 21, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A380

EASA AD 2021-0145

Wings — Wing Tip Assembly — Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0145 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes. It addresses a potential structural integrity issue in the wing tip assemblies caused by parts made from 7449 aluminium alloy. The directive mandates modification of the wing tip assemblies to a new design using 7010 aluminium alloy to prevent cracking.

Jun 18, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A380Airbus A380-841Airbus A380-842Airbus A380-861

EASA AD 2021-0144

Tail Rotor — Shaft Assembly — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0144 is an airworthiness directive addressing the inspection of tail rotor shaft assemblies on Leonardo S.p.A. A109 series helicopters, including models A109C, A109K2, A109E, A109S, and AW109SP. The directive mandates inspections and measurements of specific tail rotor sleeve assemblies and related components to detect cracks and prevent potential failure of the tail rotor mast.

Jun 17, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtLeonardo S.P.A. Helicopters A109Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters A119Leonardo A109CLeonardo A109K2Leonardo A109ELeonardo A109SLeonardo AW109SP

EASA AD 2021-0142

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks — Airworthiness Limitations Section — Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0142 is an amendment addressing time limits and maintenance checks in the Airworthiness Limitations Section for Airbus Helicopters Deutschland BO105 series helicopters, including variants BO105 A, C, D, S, LS A-1, and LS A-3 (including the 'Superlifter' modification). It mandates compliance with updated life limits and maintenance requirements for critical components such as Bendix and Lord tension-torsion (TT) straps. The directive ensures continued airworthiness by enforcing the latest approved maintenance manual revisions.

Jun 17, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters BO 105Airbus Helicopters BO105

EASA AD 2021-0143-E

SUPERSEDED BY EASA EMERGENCY AD 2021-0191-E

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0143-E is an emergency directive addressing a safety issue with Austro Engine GmbH E4 and E4P engines, commonly installed on Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 40 NG, DA 42 NG, DA 42 M-NG, and DA 62 aeroplanes. The directive mandates the replacement of certain oil pumps identified by specific part numbers and serial numbers due to a manufacturing defect that could cause oil pump failure. This directive ensures continued airworthiness by prohibiting the installation of affected oil pumps.

Jun 16, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAustro Engine Gmbh E4Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 40 NGDiamond Aircraft Industries DA 42 NGDiamond Aircraft Industries DA 42 M-NGDiamond Aircraft Industries DA 62