EASA Regulations & Airworthiness Directives

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EASA AD G-2021-0013

Oct 26, 2021

Fuel System — Tank Bonding Leads — Tank Bonding Improvement - Fuel Pipe Clearance — Inspection / Adjustment

Civil Aviation Authority Airworthiness Directive G-2021-0013 addresses fuel system safety issues on BAE Systems Jetstream 4100 series aircraft. It mandates inspection and improvement of tank bonding leads and fuel pipe clearances to prevent potential ignition sources within the fuel tank areas. This directive updates previous requirements to ensure compliance with UK and EU aviation safety regulations.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Bae Systems (Operations) Jetstream 4100
  • BAE Systems Jetstream 4100

EASA AD G-2021-0011

Oct 25, 2021

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks – Airworthiness Limitations Section Amendment

Civil Aviation Authority Airworthiness Directive G-2021-0011 is an official UK regulatory document addressing the continuing airworthiness requirements for BAE Systems (Operations) Ltd BAe 146 and AVRO 146-RJ aeroplanes. This directive mandates compliance with updated airworthiness limitations and maintenance tasks as specified in the latest Aircraft Maintenance Manual and associated documents. It applies to all models and serial numbers of the BAe 146 and AVRO 146-RJ aircraft.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Bae Systems (Operations) AVRO146RJ
  • Bae Systems (Operations) BAE146
  • BAE Systems BAe 146
  • BAE Systems AVRO 146-RJ

EASA SIB 2020-01R1

Oct 19, 2021

Carbon Monoxide Risk in Small Aeroplanes and Helicopters

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2020-01R1 is a safety information bulletin addressing the risk of carbon monoxide (CO) exposure in small aeroplanes and light helicopters equipped with internal combustion engines or combustion heaters. It applies to aircraft types including CS-LSA, CS-VLA, CS-23 aeroplanes, and CS-27 helicopters. The bulletin highlights the dangers of CO poisoning, referencing a fatal accident involving a Piper PA-46 Malibu, and provides guidance on detection, prevention, and response to CO contamination in the cockpit and cabin.

Safety Information Bulletin

EASA AD 2021-0232

Oct 18, 2021

Hydraulic Power — Hoses — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive Hydraulic Power — Hoses — Replacement is an informational AD record related to the Airbus A400M aircraft. Since there are currently no Airbus A400M aeroplanes in civil service, no public AD document exists. This record serves as a recommendation for military authorities responsible for the affected aircraft to issue their own airworthiness directives.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus Military A400M
  • Airbus A400M

EASA AD 2021-0231

Oct 15, 2021

Equipment / Furnishings — Emergency Flashlight — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0231 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency concerning Airbus Helicopters Deutschland GmbH MBB-BK117 C-2 helicopters. It addresses the replacement of emergency flashlights installed on these helicopters due to a safety issue involving restricted collective lever movement caused by the flashlight strap entangling with the cargo hook emergency release lever.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus Helicopters MBB-BK 117
  • Airbus Helicopters MBB-BK117 C-2

EASA AD CF-2021-33

Oct 14, 2021

Flight Controls — Rudder Control System — Inspection for Missing Crimping of Rudder Power Control Unit Load Limiter

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2021-33 addresses the inspection and replacement of rudder power control unit (PCU) load limiters on Bombardier CL-600 series aircraft, including models CL-600-1A11, CL-600-2A12, and CL-600-2B16. The directive targets specific serial number ranges and part numbers 600-91302-43 and 600-91302-53 to ensure the integrity of the rudder control system. It mandates visual inspections and functional testing to detect missing crimping on the load limiter end caps, which could impair rudder control.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Bombardier CL-600 (Challenger)
  • Bombardier CL-600-1A11
  • Bombardier CL-600-2A12
  • Bombardier CL-600-2B16

EASA AD 2021-0230

Oct 14, 2021

Stabilizers — Elevators — Inspection

The document titled 'Stabilizers — Elevators — Inspection' is a regulatory directive concerning the inspection requirements for stabilizers and elevators on the SCHLEICHER, ALEXANDER aircraft types AS-K 13, ASK 16, ASK 18, K 7, K 8, and Ka 6. It provides guidance on maintaining the airworthiness of these specific glider models by focusing on critical control surfaces. The directive aims to ensure continued safe operation through regular inspections.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Schleicher, Alexander AS-K 13
  • Schleicher, Alexander ASK 16
  • Schleicher, Alexander ASK 18
  • Schleicher, Alexander K 7
  • Schleicher, Alexander K 8
  • Schleicher, Alexander Ka 6
  • Schleicher AS-K 13
  • Schleicher ASK 16
  • Schleicher ASK 18
  • Schleicher K 7
  • Schleicher K 8
  • Schleicher Ka 6

EASA SIB AIR-21-15R1

Oct 13, 2021

Aeroplanes with Honeywell Primus II Radio System with Radio Management Unit (RMU) 855 - Navigation System

The FAA Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin SAIB: AIR-21-15 R1 provides information regarding the Honeywell Primus II Radio System with Radio Management Unit (RMU) 855 installed on various aircraft models including 328 Support Services GmbH Model 328-100 and -300, Learjet Model 45, Embraer EMB-135 and EMB-145 series, Textron Aviation models 500, 550, 560, 650, Hawker 800 series, Bombardier CL-600 and BD-700 series, Viking Air CL-215-6B11, and Textron Aviation Model 750. The bulletin addresses the potential for inadvertent disabling of the Automatic Dependent Surveillance–Broadcast (ADS-B) Out function due to certain avionics power-up sequences involving the RMU-855. This is an informational bulletin and does not mandate regulatory action.

Safety Information Bulletin
  • Bombardier BD-700
  • Bombardier CL-600 (Challenger)
  • Deutsche Aircraft Gmbh Dornier 328
  • Embraer EMB-135
  • Embraer EMB-145
  • Learjet, 45
  • Textron Aviation 500
  • Textron Aviation 550 (Citation)
  • Textron Aviation 560
  • Textron Aviation 560XL
  • Textron Aviation 650
  • Textron Aviation 750 (Citation X)
  • Textron Aviation Hawker
  • Viking Air CL-215

EASA AD 2021-0228

Oct 12, 2021

Wings — Centre and Outer Wing Box Lower Panels / Stiffeners — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0228 mandates repetitive inspections of the centre and outer wing box lower panels and stiffeners at the Rib 1 junction on Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aircraft. This directive addresses potential structural integrity issues caused by non-compliant taperlok fasteners in the wing-to-fuselage junction. The inspections include both internal and external special detailed inspections as specified in Airbus Service Bulletins.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A318
  • Airbus A319
  • Airbus A320
  • Airbus A321

EASA AD 2021-0227

Oct 11, 2021

Fuselage – Double Joggle Area Frame 16 and Frame 20 – Inspection /; Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0227 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aeroplanes. It addresses the detection of cracks in the double joggle areas at fuselage frames 16 and 20, which could compromise structural integrity. The directive mandates repetitive special detailed inspections and provides optional modification instructions to reinforce the affected areas.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Airbus A318
  • Airbus A319
  • Airbus A320
  • Airbus A321

EASA AD 2016-0105R2

Oct 8, 2021

Fuselage – Cabin Floor Beam Junction – Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2016-0105R2 is an updated regulatory document addressing the Airbus A321 series, including models A321-111, A321-112, A321-131, A321-211, A321-212, A321-213, A321-231, and A321-232. It mandates inspections and potential repairs of the cabin floor beam junctions at fuselage frames 35.1 and 35.2 to detect and correct fatigue cracks that could compromise fuselage structural integrity. The directive includes instructions for repetitive detailed inspections and optional modifications to extend inspection intervals.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Airbus A321

EASA AD 2015-0036R4

Oct 8, 2021

Fuselage — Fuselage Skin Repairs — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2015-0036R4 is an updated regulatory requirement addressing inspection and repair of fuselage external skin repairs on Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aircraft. It mandates ultrasonic, eddy current, or visual inspections of specific fuselage skin doubler installations to detect cracks that could compromise structural integrity. The directive applies to all manufacturer serial numbers of these Airbus models and references updated Structural Repair Manuals and Airbus Alert Operators Transmission A53N007-14.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A318
  • Airbus A319
  • Airbus A320
  • Airbus A321

EASA AD 2021-0226

Oct 8, 2021

Fuselage — Rear Cone Frame Feet 102/103 — Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0226 is an airworthiness directive issued for Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes, excluding those with Airbus modification 77140 incorporated in production. It addresses structural integrity concerns related to the fuselage rear cone frame feet 102 and 103 between stringers 19 and 20 on both left and right sides of the fuselage. The directive mandates a modification to reinforce these areas to ensure continued airworthiness.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A380

EASA AD 2021-0225

Oct 8, 2021

Rotorcraft Flight Manual — Supplements / One-Engine Inoperative Performance Limitations — Amendment

The Rotorcraft Flight Manual — Supplements / One-Engine Inoperative Performance Limitations — Amendment is an EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0225 issued for Airbus Helicopters EC 155 B and EC 155 B1 models. This directive addresses discrepancies in the Rotorcraft Flight Manual related to stay-up flying capabilities under one-engine inoperative conditions, ensuring compliance with applicable airworthiness standards. It mandates updates to the flight manual limitations to include necessary performance and weight restrictions.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus Helicopters SA
  • Airbus Helicopters AS 365
  • Airbus Helicopters EC 155
  • Airbus Helicopters EC 155 B
  • Airbus Helicopters EC 155 B1

EASA AD 2021-0194R1

Oct 8, 2021

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks – Airworthiness Limitations Section – Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0194R1 is a regulatory update affecting Airbus Helicopters AS 350 and EC 130 models, including variants B, BA, BB, B1, B2, B3, D, B4, and T2. This directive mandates compliance with updated airworthiness limitations and maintenance tasks as specified in the latest Aircraft Maintenance Manual Chapter 04 Airworthiness Limitations Section revisions. It ensures continued airworthiness by enforcing life limits and maintenance intervals for critical components.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Airbus Helicopters AS 350
  • Airbus Helicopters EC 130

EASA AD 2021-0224-E

Oct 7, 2021

Engine Controls — Power Controller — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0224-E is an emergency directive addressing the replacement of certain H300C power controllers installed on PIPISTREL VERTICAL SOLUTIONS d.o.o E-811-268MVLC electrical engines, commonly found on Pipistrel Virus SW 128 (Velis Electro) aeroplanes. The directive mandates replacement of affected power controllers due to a risk of uncommanded engine power loss during ground tests. This AD ensures continued airworthiness and safety of the affected aircraft and engines.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Pipistrel Vertical Solutions D.O.O. E-811
  • Pipistrel Virus SW 128

EASA AD 2021-0223-E

Oct 6, 2021

Flight Controls — Elevator Control Rod — Inspection / Modification / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0223-E is an emergency directive addressing corrosion issues found in elevator control rods, part number 304S-46-12, on Glasflügel 304 S, 304 eS, and 304 MS powered sailplanes of all serial numbers. It mandates inspections, pull tests, modifications, or replacement of affected elevator control rods to ensure continued airworthiness and flight safety.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Hph Spol.S R.O. Glasfluegel 304
  • Glasflügel 304 S
  • Glasflügel 304 eS
  • Glasflügel 304 MS

EASA AD 2021-0222

Oct 6, 2021

Fuselage — Main Gearbox Suspension Bar Attachment Fittings and Screws — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0222 is an airworthiness directive addressing Airbus Helicopters AS 332 C, C1, L, and L1 models. It mandates inspections of the main gearbox suspension bar attachment fittings and screws on the fuselage to detect corrosion and prevent potential structural failure. This directive applies to all manufacturer serial numbers of the specified helicopter models.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus Helicopters SA 330
  • Airbus Helicopters AS 332
  • Airbus Helicopters EC 225
  • Airbus Helicopters AS 332 C
  • Airbus Helicopters AS 332 C1
  • Airbus Helicopters AS 332 L
  • Airbus Helicopters AS 332 L1

EASA AD CF-2009-29R4

Oct 4, 2021

Nose Landing Gear – Loss of Pivot Pin Retention Bolt

The Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2009-29R4 addresses safety concerns on De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited DHC-8-401 and -402 aeroplanes, specifically related to the nose landing gear pivot pin retention bolt. This directive mandates modifications and maintenance procedures to prevent loss or damage of the retention bolt, which could lead to loss of nose wheel steering and directional control during take-off or landing. The directive applies to aircraft serial numbers 4001, 4003, and subsequent.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • De Havilland Canada DHC-8
  • De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited DHC-8-401
  • De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited DHC-8-402

EASA AD G-2021-0010-E

Oct 2, 2021

Fuel – Cylinder Quick Shut-off Valve Mounting Flange – Inspection / Replacement

Civil Aviation Authority Emergency Airworthiness Directive G-2021-0010-E D, issued on 2021-10-01, addresses a safety issue affecting fuel cylinders Part Nos. CB2901, CB2902, and CB2903 used primarily on hot air balloons and airships manufactured by Cameron Balloons Ltd and other balloon manufacturers. The directive focuses on the inspection and replacement of the Quick Shut-Off (QSO) valve mounting flange adaptor P/N CB437 Issue F due to non-conforming thread dimensions that could cause fuel leakage.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Cameron Balloons Ltd Hot Air Balloon
  • Cameron Balloons Ltd Airship