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EASA AD 2021-0193

Aug 20, 2021

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks – Airworthiness Limitations Section – Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0193 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus Helicopters AS 355 models including AS 355 E, F, F1, F2, N, and NP. It mandates compliance with updated airworthiness limitations and maintenance tasks as specified in the Airbus Helicopters AS 355 Aircraft Maintenance Manual Chapter 04 Airworthiness Limitations Section revisions. The directive ensures continued airworthiness by enforcing life limits and maintenance intervals for critical components of these helicopters.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Airbus Helicopters AS 355

EASA AD US-2021-17-09

Aug 19, 2021

Engine - High-Pressure Compressor Front Hub and Rotor Shaft - Removal / Replacement

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2021-17-09 is a final rule addressing Pratt & Whitney PW1500G and PW1900G series turbofan engines. It mandates the removal and replacement of the high-pressure compressor (HPC) front hub and HPC rotor shaft due to reported cracks that caused in-flight shutdowns and unscheduled engine removals. This directive aims to enhance engine safety and reliability for affected aircraft using these engines.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Pratt & Whitney PW1500G
  • Pratt & Whitney PW1900G

EASA AD 2021-0192

Aug 18, 2021

Main Rotor – Upper and Lower H legs – Service Life Limit

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0192 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus Helicopters EC 175 B models. It addresses the service life limits of the main rotor upper and lower H legs, specifically parts M623A4201101 and M623A4231101, to prevent potential cracks due to aging. The directive mandates recording the manufacturing date and enforcing a retirement life of 10 years for these parts.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Airbus Helicopters EC175
  • Airbus Helicopters EC 175 B

EASA AD US-2021-14-11

Aug 17, 2021

Engine - High-Pressure Turbine Thermal Shield - Inspection

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2021-14-11 addresses certain General Electric Company CF6-80A and CF6-80C2 model turbofan engines. This directive mandates inspections of the high-pressure turbine (HPT) thermal shield due to detected cracking issues in the HPT rotor stage 1 disk. The AD applies to multiple CF6-80A and CF6-80C2 engine variants and aims to ensure continued airworthiness and safety.

Airworthiness Directive
  • General Electric CF6-80A
  • General Electric CF6-80C

EASA AD US-2021-15-51

Aug 17, 2021

Superseded by FAA AD 2022-02-02

FAA Airworthiness Directive 2021-15-51 is a final rule addressing unsafe conditions in certain Bell Textron Inc. Model 204B, 205A, 205A-1, 205B, and 212 helicopters. It targets main rotor hub strap pins, part number 204-012-104-005 with serial number prefix "FNFS", which have been found to shear off during flight, causing detachment of the main rotor blade and head. This directive follows a fatal accident and mandates removal of these pins from service to ensure flight safety.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Bell Textron Inc. (Bti) 204B
  • Bell Textron Inc. (Bti) 205
  • Bell Textron Inc. (Bti) 212
  • Bell Textron Inc. 204B
  • Bell Textron Inc. 205A1
  • Bell Textron Inc. 205B
  • Bell Textron Inc. 212

EASA AD 2021-0190

Aug 17, 2021

Wings – Main Landing Gear Support Rib 5 – Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0190 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A300, A300-600, and A300-600ST aeroplanes. It addresses the detection of cracks in the main landing gear support Rib 5 lower flange area on both right and left sides of the aircraft. The directive mandates inspections to ensure the structural integrity of these aircraft models.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Airbus A300600600ST (Beluga)600ST

EASA AD US-2021-13-02

Aug 13, 2021

Equipment / Furnishings - Insulation Blankets - Installation

Federal Aviation Administration Airworthiness Directive 2021-13-02 is a final rule addressing certain Boeing 777-300ER series airplanes. It mandates installation of an insulation blanket assembly over existing insulation blankets in the aft cargo compartment to prevent leakage of halon and smoke during a fire. This directive aims to enhance fire safety by mitigating potential loss of fire suppressant in the cargo area.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Boeing 777300ER

EASA AD CF-2021-28

Aug 12, 2021

Landing Gear — Nose Wheel Steering Hydraulic Motor — Potential Jam Due to Wear

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2021-28 addresses a potential jam in the nose wheel steering hydraulic motor due to wear on piston rod shoes in De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited model DHC-8-401 and DHC-8-402 aeroplanes, serial numbers 4001 and 4003 through 4622. The directive mandates re-identification or replacement of affected hydraulic motors to prevent loss of directional control during ground operations. It also prohibits installation of certain older hydraulic motor part numbers on these aircraft models.

Airworthiness Directive
  • 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 CF-2021-27

Aug 12, 2021

Superseded by TCCA AD CF-2022-18

The Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2021-27 mandates updates to the maintenance limits and tasks for Airbus Canada Limited Partnership aircraft models BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11. It requires incorporation of the latest edition 013.00 of the published airworthiness limits into the approved maintenance schedule. This directive ensures compliance with Transport Canada regulations to maintain aircraft airworthiness.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus BD-500 (A220 Series)
  • Airbus Canada BD-500-1A10
  • Airbus Canada BD-500-1A11

EASA AD 2017-0032-CN

Aug 11, 2021

CANCELLED: Main Rotor — Main Rotor Hub / Mast Attachment Screws — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive Cancellation Notice 2017-0032-CN is a cancellation notice issued by EASA for Airbus Helicopters AS 350, AS 355, and EC 130 models. It cancels the previous AD 2017-0032 which required inspection of main rotor hub/mast attachment screws due to corrosion concerns. The cancellation confirms that the original unsafe condition was isolated and no longer applicable to the fleet.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus Helicopters AS 350
  • Airbus Helicopters EC 130
  • Airbus Helicopters AS 355

EASA AD G-2021-0006

Aug 11, 2021

Engine Controls — Power Control — Engine Power Control Cables - Replacement

The Civil Aviation Authority Airworthiness Directive G-2021-0006 addresses the replacement of engine power control cables on BAe ATP aeroplanes. This directive applies to all manufacturer serial numbers of the BAe ATP model and focuses on engine power control-cable assemblies with specific part numbers. It mandates the installation of improved cables designed to prevent freezing caused by moisture ingress.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Bae Systems (Operations) ATP
  • BAe ATP

EASA AD G-2021-0005

Aug 11, 2021

Flight Controls — Push Rod Assembly at Gust-lock/Power Lever Baulk Mechanism - Replacement

Civil Aviation Authority Airworthiness Directive G-2021-0005 addresses a safety issue affecting BAE Systems Jetstream 3100 and 3200 series aircraft, specifically those with constructor’s numbers up to 927 and from 929 to 936 inclusive. The directive mandates the replacement of the push rod assembly at the gust-lock/power lever baulk mechanism to prevent unintended power lever movement. This AD aims to enhance flight control safety by installing a modified push rod assembly.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Bae Systems (Operations) Jetstream 3100
  • Bae Systems (Operations) Jetstream 3200
  • BAE Systems Jetstream 3100
  • BAE Systems Jetstream 3200

EASA AD US-2021-15-05

Aug 11, 2021

Superseded by FAA AD 2025-07-10

FAA Airworthiness Directive 2021-15-05 is a final rule addressing all General Electric Company GE90-110B1 and GE90-115B turbofan engines. It mandates the replacement of the full authority digital engine control (FADEC) MN4 microprocessor due to an unsafe condition involving loss of engine thrust control that can cause uncommanded high thrust. This directive aims to enhance engine safety and prevent potential loss of airplane control.

Airworthiness Directive
  • General Electric GE90

EASA AD US-2021-16-15

Aug 9, 2021

Air Conditioning - Failed Air Conditioning Pack Electronic Flow Control in Aft Cargo Compartment - Dispatch Restrictions for Carriage of Cargo

The Air Conditioning - Failed Air Conditioning Pack Electronic Flow Control in Aft Cargo Compartment - Dispatch Restrictions for Carriage of Cargo is a final rule airworthiness directive issued by the FAA affecting Boeing 737-8, 737-9, 737-8200 (737 MAX), and certain 737-800 and 737-900ER series airplanes. It addresses a safety issue where failed electronic flow control of air conditioning packs reduces fire suppression capability in the aft cargo compartment. The directive prohibits carrying cargo in the aft cargo compartment if the electronic flow control of air conditioning packs has failed.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Boeing 737898200800900ER

EASA AD 2021-0188

Aug 9, 2021

Doors — Cargo Door Handle / Locking Mechanism — Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0188 is an airworthiness directive addressing the cargo door handle and locking mechanism on Airbus Helicopters EC 175 B models. It mandates inspections and replacement of the locking mechanism and handle to ensure proper operation and prevent in-flight cargo door opening. This directive applies to all EC 175 B helicopters except those with Airbus Helicopters modification 99A06087 incorporated during production.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus Helicopters EC175
  • Airbus Helicopters EC 175 B

EASA AD 2021-0189-E

Aug 9, 2021

Propeller — Propeller Hub — Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0189-E is an emergency directive addressing inspection and replacement requirements for AERO AT Sp. z o.o. ELPROP 3-1-1P propellers, commonly installed on AERO AT-3R100 and AT-4LSA aeroplanes. The directive mandates inspections of the propeller hub to detect cracks near blade attachment points that could lead to blade loss and loss of aircraft control.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Aero (Propellers) ELPROP
  • AERO AT AT-3R100
  • AERO AT AT-4LSA

EASA AD 2021-0187

Aug 9, 2021

Wings – Root Ribs – Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0187 is an airworthiness directive issued for Alexander Schleicher GmbH & Co. ASW 15 sailplanes, specifically serial numbers 15001 through 15183. It addresses inspection and replacement requirements for wing root ribs to ensure structural integrity. The directive mandates repetitive inspections and restricts installation of certain affected parts to maintain airworthiness.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Schleicher, Alexander ASW 15
  • Alexander Schleicher ASW 15

EASA AD 2020-0085R1

Aug 6, 2021

Powerplant — Aft Engine Mount Retainers — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0085R1 is a regulatory update addressing the replacement and inspection of aft engine mount retainers on Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aircraft equipped with CFM56-5A/5B engines. The directive focuses on preventing in-flight loss of aft engine mount links due to cracked or broken retainers caused by vibration and surface finish issues. It applies to specific part numbers of aft engine mount assemblies and includes instructions for inspections, replacements, and modifications.

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

EASA AD 2021-0111R1

Aug 5, 2021

Windows — Windshields — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0111R1 is a regulatory update addressing inspection requirements for windshields installed on Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aeroplanes. It mandates detailed and electrical test inspections of specific affected windshield parts to ensure structural integrity and prevent in-flight windshield failure. The directive applies to all serial numbers of the listed Airbus models and specifies affected part numbers grouped by risk level.

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

EASA AD 2017-0132R2

Aug 3, 2021

Engine — Forward Engine Mount Main Beam Snout — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2017-0132R2 is an updated regulatory requirement addressing the replacement of forward engine mount main beam snouts on Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aircraft equipped with CFM56-5A and CFM56-5B engines. The directive targets specific part numbers 642-2006-501 and 642-2006-503 of the forward engine mount main beam assemblies due to potential wear issues that could lead to engine detachment. It mandates inspections and replacement actions to ensure continued airworthiness and safety.

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