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EASA AD US-2020-26-04

Fuselage - Skin Panels - Inspection / Repair / Installation

Airworthiness Directive 2020-26-04 is a final rule issued by the FAA addressing certain Boeing 737-100, -200, -200C, -300, -400, and -500 series airplanes. It mandates inspections and repairs of fuselage skin panels, specifically targeting cracking along chem-milled lines. This directive updates and expands previous inspection requirements to ensure continued airworthiness.

Dec 22, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 737Boeing 737-100Boeing 737-200Boeing 737-200CBoeing 737-300Boeing 737-400Boeing 737-500

EASA SIB CASA-2020-13

Bombardier CL-600-2A12 & CL-600-2B16 Aeroplanes - Broken Brake Control Valve Spring

The Transport Canada Civil Aviation Safety Alert CASA 2020-13 addresses a safety concern affecting Bombardier CL-600-2A12 (Challenger 601-1A) and CL-600-2B16 (Challenger 601-3A/-3R) aircraft models. It highlights that the Bombardier MSG-3 maintenance program does not include an inspection task for the dual brake control valve (BCV) spring, which has been identified as a contributing factor in a runway overrun accident due to brake failure. The alert provides information on the inspection task and its importance for these aircraft.

Dec 21, 2020
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety Mgmt

EASA AD US-2020-24-10

Flight Controls - Elevator and Aileron Balance Tubes - Inspection / Replacement

Federal Aviation Administration Airworthiness Directive 2020-24-10 is a final rule addressing all Aerostar Aircraft Corporation Model PA-60-601P, PA-60-602P, and PA-60-700P airplanes. It mandates repetitive inspections and replacement of elevator and aileron balance tubes due to reported corrosion issues. This directive aims to ensure continued airworthiness and safety of these aircraft models.

Dec 21, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAerostar Aircraft Corporation PA-60 (Aerostar)Aerostar Aircraft Corporation PA-60-601PAerostar Aircraft Corporation PA-60-602PAerostar Aircraft Corporation PA-60-700P

EASA AD 2020-0287

Tail Rotor Drive — Tail Rotor Drive Flange / Shaft Flexible Coupling — Inspection / Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0287 is an airworthiness directive affecting Airbus Helicopters models SA 365, AS 365, and EC 155 series. It addresses inspection and modification requirements for the tail rotor drive flange and shaft flexible coupling to prevent loosening of the shur-lok nut that retains the tail rotor drive flange on the main gearbox. The directive applies to helicopters with specific Airbus Helicopters modifications embodied and covers multiple groups of affected aircraft based on delivery dates and modification status.

Dec 21, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters SAAirbus Helicopters AS 365Airbus Helicopters EC 155Airbus Helicopters SA 365

EASA AD 2020-0284

Equipment / Furnishings — Cabin Seat Pin and Plate — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0284 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 an issue with Collins Aerospace UCT cabin seats, specifically certain seat pin and plate assemblies that may have a manufacturing misalignment. The directive mandates inspection and corrective actions to ensure seat recline locking mechanisms function correctly.

Dec 18, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtDassault Falcon 2000Dassault Falcon 7XDassault Falcon 900EXDassault Falcon 2000EX

EASA AD 2020-0285

Indicating / Recording Systems — Flight Data Recording System — Modification (Software Update)

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0285 is an official regulatory document addressing the Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes. It mandates a software update to the Flight Data Recording System (FDRS) to correct a software error that could cause partial loss of flight data recording. This directive ensures continued airworthiness and compliance with European aviation safety regulations.

Dec 18, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A380Airbus A380-841Airbus A380-842Airbus A380-861

EASA AD 2020-0286

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2021-0280

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0286 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting all Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes. It addresses inspection requirements for the bleed duct and fuel pipe at the pylon/wing interface to prevent potential fire hazards caused by bracket weld failures. This directive mandates repetitive inspections and corrective actions to ensure continued airworthiness.

Dec 18, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A380Airbus A380-841Airbus A380-842Airbus A380-861

EASA AD 2018-0168R1

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2022-0067

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0168R1 is an amendment concerning Airbus Helicopters Deutschland GmbH EC135 and EC635 helicopter models. It addresses the tail rotor blades with part numbers L642A2002101 and L642A2002111, focusing on their life limits and re-identification following changes in manufacturing processes. The directive ensures continued airworthiness by specifying service life and replacement requirements for affected tail rotor blades.

Dec 18, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters EC135Airbus Helicopters 635Airbus Helicopters EC635

EASA AD US-2020-24-04

SUPERSEDED BY FAA AD 2023-19-09

FAA Airworthiness Directive 2020-24-04 is a final rule correction applying to all Boeing 787-8, 787-9, and 787-10 airplanes. It addresses errors in the original directive related to references in the airplane flight manual (AFM) that must be revised to ensure proper autopilot flight director system operation during localizer-based approaches. The directive mandates updating the Operating Procedures chapter of the AFM to include specific procedures for monitoring localizer capture and executing go-arounds if necessary.

Dec 17, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveFlight OpsSafety MgmtBoeing 787Boeing 787-8Boeing 787-9Boeing 787-10

EASA AD 2020-0282

Tail Rotor — Blades — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0282 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency concerning the inspection of tail rotor blades on Airbus Helicopters Deutschland GmbH EC135 and EC635 helicopter models. The directive applies to specific tail rotor blade part numbers and requires a one-time dimensional inspection to detect geometrical non-conformities in the blade root section. It aims to ensure continued airworthiness and prevent potential blade failure that could lead to loss of helicopter control.

Dec 17, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters EC135Airbus Helicopters 635Airbus Helicopters EC635

EASA AD US-2020-26-05

Throttle Quadrant Assembly Sensor Link and Sensor Drive Arm Pivot - Inspection

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2020-26-05 addresses certain Textron Aviation Inc. Model 560XL airplanes. This directive mandates inspection of the rivet connecting the throttle quadrant assembly sensor link and sensor drive arm pivot to prevent uncommanded engine acceleration due to rivet failure. The AD aims to ensure safe thrust control by correcting potential installation defects in these components.

Dec 17, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtTextron Aviation 560Textron Aviation 560XL

EASA AD 2020-0281

Equipment / Furnishings — Hoist Control Power Supply — Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0281 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus Helicopters AS 332 L2 and EC 225 LP models. The directive addresses a design deficiency related to the hoist control power supply wiring on specific serial-numbered helicopters. It mandates a modification to ensure electrical protection and prevent potential safety hazards.

Dec 16, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters SA 330Airbus Helicopters AS 332Airbus Helicopters EC 225Airbus Helicopters AS 332 L2Airbus Helicopters EC 225 LP

EASA AD US-2020-22-10

Equipment / Furnishings - Foam Insulation on the Dripshield & Overhead Panel Support Structure - Inspection / Replacement

Airworthiness Directive 2020-22-10 is a final rule issued by the Federal Aviation Administration addressing certain Boeing 777-200, -200LR, -300, and -300ER series airplanes. It mandates inspections and potential replacement of Boeing Material Specification 8-39 flexible urethane foam insulation on the dripshield and overhead panel support structure in the flight compartment. This directive aims to mitigate fire risks associated with foam degradation in these areas.

Dec 15, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 777Boeing 777-200Boeing 777-200LRBoeing 777-300Boeing 777-300ER

EASA AD US-2020-21-17

SUPERSEDED BY FAA AD 2022-08-12

Airworthiness Directive 2020-21-17 is a final rule issued by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) that supersedes AD 2018-16-05 and applies to certain Boeing 757-200, -200PF, -200CB, and -300 series airplanes. It addresses repetitive inspections for skin cracking, shim migration, diagonal brace cracking, and fastener looseness at the upper link drag fittings and adds new inspection requirements for additional fastener hole locations. The directive aims to maintain structural integrity of the engine strut by preventing unsafe conditions caused by cracks and bolt rotation.

Dec 15, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 757Boeing 757-200Boeing 757-200PFBoeing 757-200CBBoeing 757-300

EASA AD CF-2020-30R1

Fuselage — Forward Avionics Bay — Water Ingress from Forward Galley Drains

Airworthiness Directive CF-2020-30R1 addresses water ingress issues in the forward avionics bay caused by forward galley drains on Airbus Canada Limited Partnership aircraft models BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11. This directive applies to specific serial numbers of these models and aims to prevent water from causing electrical short circuits that could affect avionics functionality. The directive updates previous requirements to reflect production modifications.

Dec 14, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus BD-500 (A220 Series)Airbus Canada BD-500-1A10Airbus Canada BD-500-1A11

EASA AD 2020-0280

Fuselage — Skin Above Lap Joint — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0280 is an airworthiness directive addressing inspection requirements for the fuselage skin above the lap joint on Airbus A318, A319, and A320 aeroplanes. It applies to specific manufacturer serial numbers and mandates inspections to detect cracks in the fuselage area between fuselage frames 35 and 47 above lap joint stringer 6 on both left and right sides. The directive aims to prevent potential in-flight depressurization caused by undetected cracks.

Dec 14, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A318Airbus A319Airbus A320

EASA AD 2020-0279

Navigation — Pitot Probe Attachment Nuts — Re-Torque

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0279 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A330 and A340 aeroplanes. It addresses an issue with the pitot probe attachment nuts installed using incorrect torque values as specified in a previous Aircraft Maintenance Manual task. The directive applies to all manufacturer serial numbers of the specified Airbus A330 and A340 models.

Dec 14, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A330Airbus A340

EASA AD US-2020-25-12

Reciprocating Engine - Crankshaft Assembly - Removal

Federal Aviation Administration Airworthiness Directive 2020-25-12 is a final rule addressing safety concerns for all Superior Air Parts, Inc. Model IO-360-series and O-360-series reciprocating engines, as well as certain Lycoming Model AEIO-360-, IO-360-, and O-360-series reciprocating engines equipped with a specific SAP crankshaft assembly. This directive responds to multiple crankshaft assembly failures that caused engine power loss and emergency landings. It mandates the removal of the affected crankshaft assemblies to prevent further incidents.

Dec 14, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtLycoming Engines AEIO-360Lycoming Engines IO-360Lycoming Engines O-360Superior Air Parts, IO-360Superior Air Parts, O-360

EASA AD 2020-0278

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2025-0281

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0278 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting all Pilatus PC-6 aeroplanes. It mandates updated maintenance tasks and inspections, including a one-time Eddy Current inspection of fuselage wing fittings and wing to fuselage fittings, to ensure continued airworthiness and address a potential unsafe condition related to wing attachment fatigue failure.

Dec 14, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtPilatus Aircraft PC-6Pilatus PC-6

EASA AD US-2020-21-16

Wings - Upper Wing Skin, Strut Lower Spar Fitting, Clevis Lugs at End of the Diagonal Brace and Lower Link Fitting - Repetitive Inspections

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airworthiness Directive 2020-21-16 addresses all Boeing Model 747 series airplanes, including 747-100 through 747SP variants. This directive mandates repetitive inspections of the upper wing skin at engine nacelle attachment points, as well as inspections of the strut lower spar fitting, diagonal brace clevis lugs, and lower link fitting to detect cracking. The goal is to ensure continued structural integrity of the engine strut and wing box assembly.

Dec 14, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 747