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EASA AD 2021-0182

Aug 2, 2021

Superseded by EASA ADR 2022-0003

The document titled SUPERSEDED BY EASA ADR 2022-0003 is an explanatory statement regarding the absence of an Airworthiness Directive (AD) document for the Airbus A400M aeroplane. It clarifies that no publicly available AD exists because there are currently no Airbus A400M aircraft in civil service. The document serves as an informational record provided by EASA to military airworthiness authorities and design approval holders.

OtherSuperseded
  • Airbus Military A400M
  • Airbus A400M

EASA AD 2021-0181

Jul 30, 2021

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks – Airworthiness Limitations Section Part 2 – Damage Tolerant Airworthiness Limitation Items – Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0181 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting all certified models and serial numbers of Airbus A300 aeroplanes. It mandates compliance with updated airworthiness limitations related to damage tolerant maintenance tasks, specifically incorporating Airbus A300 Airworthiness Limitations Section Part 2 Variation 3.3. This directive ensures continued airworthiness by requiring operators to follow new and more restrictive maintenance tasks as approved by EASA.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Airbus A300

EASA AD US-2021-14-13

Jul 29, 2021

Engine - High Pressure Turbine Stage 2 Air Seal Assembly - Inspection / Replacement

Airworthiness Directive 2021-14-13 is a final rule issued by the FAA addressing Pratt & Whitney PW2037, PW2037M, PW2040, and F117-PW-100 turbofan engines. It mandates inspections and potential replacement of the high-pressure turbine (HPT) 2nd-stage air seal assembly due to risks of cracks that could lead to uncontained engine failure. This directive aims to ensure continued airworthiness and safety of affected engines.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Pratt & Whitney PW2000

EASA AD CF-2021-26

Jul 29, 2021

Main Rotor — Pitch Link Assembly Clevis Fracture

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2021-26 addresses a critical safety issue affecting Bell Textron Canada Limited model 430 helicopters, serial numbers 49001 through 49129. The directive mandates inspections and corrective actions on the main rotor pitch link assembly clevis and universal bearings to prevent fractures that could lead to loss of helicopter control. This AD was issued following fatal accidents linked to fatigue fractures in the pitch link clevis.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Bell 430
  • Bell Textron Canada Limited 430

EASA SIB AIR-21-11

Jul 29, 2021

Rotorcraft Servo System - Pre-Take-Off Check

The Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin SAIB: AIR-21-11 is an FAA informational bulletin addressing the rotorcraft servo system on Robinson Helicopter Company Model R66, R44, and R44 II helicopters equipped with D212-1, D212-5, and D212-6 hydraulic servos manufactured before April 2014. It highlights a potential issue with servo wear that can cause stiff cyclic controls during flight. This bulletin is not a mandatory directive but provides important safety information for operators of these specific Robinson helicopter models.

Safety Information Bulletin
  • Robinson R44 (Raven)
  • Robinson R66

EASA SIB SAFO21004

Jul 28, 2021

Air Traffic Control Notification and Pilot Awareness When Conducting an Instrument Landing System Autoland Procedure

SAFO 21004 is a Safety Alert for Operators issued by the FAA Flight Standards Service that addresses the importance of notifying Air Traffic Control (ATC) when conducting Instrument Landing System (ILS) autoland procedures. It highlights pilot awareness during coupled approaches and autoland maneuvers to prevent deviations caused by localizer signal interference. This alert applies broadly to operators using ILS autoland systems, regardless of weather conditions.

Safety Information Bulletin

EASA AD CF-2021-24

Jul 28, 2021

Cabin Equipment / Furnishings — Defective Baggage Nets

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2021-24 addresses defective baggage nets installed on Diamond Aircraft Industries Inc. models DA 40, DA 40 D, DA 40 F, DA 40 NG, and DA 62. The directive mandates the removal and replacement of Quick Fix Baggage Net Assemblies with defective buckles that may fail to restrain baggage or cargo, posing a risk of injury during emergency landings. It also prohibits the installation of affected baggage nets as replacement parts on these aircraft models.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries, DA 40
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries, DA 62
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 40
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 40 D
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 40 F
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 40 NG
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 62

EASA SIB SAFO21003

Jul 28, 2021

Inspection of Lavatory Fire Extinguishing Bottles on Aircraft Parked or Stored for a Prolonged Period of Time in a High-Temperature Environment

SAFO 21003 is a Safety Alert for Operators issued by the FAA regarding the inspection of lavatory fire extinguishing bottles on aircraft parked or stored for prolonged periods in high-temperature environments. This alert applies to operators under 14 CFR Parts 91K, 121, 125, and 135 and highlights the risk of discharged lavatory fire extinguishing bottles due to elevated cabin temperatures. The document emphasizes the need for inspection during return-to-service maintenance checks to ensure safety.

Safety Information Bulletin

EASA AD US-2021-14-10

Jul 27, 2021

Equipment / Furnishings - Forward Cargo Compartment Insulation Blankets - Inspection

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airworthiness Directive 2021-14-10 is a final rule addressing certain Boeing 747-400, 747-400D, and 747-400F series airplanes. It mandates inspections of the forward cargo compartment insulation blankets for degraded Boeing Material Specification (BMS) 8-39 urethane foam, which has diminished fire-retardant properties with age. The directive requires replacement of exposed or compromised foam and seals to maintain fire safety standards.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Boeing 747400400D400F

EASA AD 2021-0179

Jul 27, 2021

Equipment / Furnishings — Hoist Support Assembly — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0179 is an airworthiness directive affecting Leonardo S.p.A. AW109SP helicopters. It mandates inspections of Goodrich hoist support assemblies, part number 109-0705V04-301, due to reported corrosion issues that could compromise structural integrity and safety during hoist operations.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters A109
  • Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters A119
  • Leonardo AW109SP

EASA AD 2021-0175

Jul 23, 2021

[Correction] Landing Gear — Main Landing Gear Sliding Tubes — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0175 is a corrective AD addressing inspection requirements for main landing gear sliding tubes on Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aircraft. It mandates repetitive general visual inspections of affected landing gear sliding tubes identified in three batches, with specific part and serial numbers, to detect cracks caused by improper magnetic particle inspections during overhaul. The AD applies to all manufacturer serial numbers of the specified Airbus models and includes instructions for corrective actions and terminating actions.

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

EASA AD CF-2021-25

Jul 23, 2021

Equipment / Furnishings — Monuments — Tie-Rod Preload on Interior Monuments

The Airworthiness Directive CF-2021-25 issued by Transport Canada addresses tie-rod preload issues on interior monuments in Airbus Canada Limited Partnership aircraft models BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11. The directive mandates inspection and adjustment of tie-rod assemblies in specific cabin areas to prevent potential hazards during emergency landings. This directive applies to aircraft with serial numbers 50010 through 50040 for BD-500-1A10 and 55003 through 55057 for BD-500-1A11.

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

EASA AD US-2021-15-03

Jul 23, 2021

Wings - Flap Yoke Fitting Assemblies - Replacement / Life Limit

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2021-15-03 addresses certain Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation Model GVII-G500 airplanes. This directive mandates replacement of flap inboard and outboard yoke fitting assemblies and establishes a 20,000 flight cycle life limit for specific flap yoke fitting part numbers. It aims to prevent flap yoke fitting failure that could lead to asymmetric flap positions and potential loss of airplane control.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation GVII
  • Gulfstream GVII-G500

EASA SIB 2020-14R1

Jul 22, 2021

Contamination of Air Data Systems During Aircraft Parking and / or Storage due to the COVID-19 Pandemic

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2020-14R1 addresses contamination of air data systems during aircraft parking and storage related to the COVID-19 pandemic. It highlights issues with unreliable speed and altitude indications caused by foreign object contamination, such as insect nests in pitot static systems, affecting all parked or stored aircraft regardless of duration. The bulletin provides guidance for continuing airworthiness management organisations, maintenance organisations, commercial air transport operators, and national authorities to mitigate these risks.

Safety Information Bulletin

EASA AD 2021-0176

Jul 22, 2021

Engine — Critical Parts — Removal from Service

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0176 is an official regulatory document addressing Rolls-Royce RB211 Trent 900 series engines, specifically models Trent 970-84, 970B-84, 972-84, 972B-84, and 972E-84. It mandates the removal from service of certain critical engine parts identified by part number and serial number due to incorrect life usage records. The directive aims to ensure continued airworthiness and prevent potential engine failures.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg RB211 TRENT 900

EASA AD US-2021-14-19

Jul 22, 2021

Engine - High Pressure Turbine Stage 1/2 Disks - Inspection

Federal Aviation Administration Airworthiness Directive 2021-14-19 is a final rule addressing certain International Aero Engines AG V2500 model turbofan engines installed on aircraft such as the Airbus A321-231. This directive mandates ultrasonic inspections of the high-pressure turbine (HPT) 1st-stage and 2nd-stage disks to detect potential failures that could lead to uncontained disk failure and engine damage.

Airworthiness Directive
  • International Aero Engines Ag V2500-( )5
  • Airbus A321-231

EASA AD 2021-0173

Jul 21, 2021

Oxygen — Courier Area Oxygen Distribution System Flexible Hoses — Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0173 is an airworthiness directive addressing the inspection and replacement of flexible hoses in the courier area oxygen distribution system on certain Airbus A330-243, A330-322, and A330-343 aircraft modified with EASA Supplemental Type Certificates 10063795 and 10063798. The directive targets specific flexible hose part numbers prone to cracking, which could lead to oxygen leakage and potential injury to occupants. It mandates inspections, functional testing, and replacement with improved hoses to ensure continued airworthiness.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A330

EASA AD 2021-0174

Jul 21, 2021

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

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0174 is an amendment concerning the Rotorcraft Flight Manual supplements related to One-Engine Inoperative performance limitations for Airbus Helicopters AS 332 L2 and EC 225 LP models. The directive addresses discrepancies in the flight manuals regarding stay-up flying capabilities for Category B operations. It mandates updates to the Rotorcraft Flight Manual to ensure compliance with applicable airworthiness standards.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus Helicopters SA 330
  • Airbus Helicopters AS 332
  • Airbus Helicopters EC 225
  • Airbus Helicopters AS 332 L2
  • Airbus Helicopters EC 225 LP