EASA Regulations & Airworthiness Directives

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EASA AD 2021-0072-E

Equipment / Furnishings — Hoist Support — Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0072-E is an emergency directive addressing the inspection and possible replacement of hoist support assemblies with Part Number 212-8800-02-1 installed on Leonardo AB412 and AB412EP helicopters. This directive applies to all serial numbers of these helicopter models and focuses on ensuring the structural integrity of the hoist support to prevent in-flight detachment. The directive mandates inspections and corrective actions to maintain airworthiness.

Mar 12, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtLeonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AB212Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AB412Leonardo AB412Leonardo AB412EP

EASA AD 2021-0070

Flight Controls — Airbrake Blade No. 3 — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0070 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency concerning M&D Flugzeugbau GmbH & Co. KG JS-MD 1C sailplanes. It mandates inspection and possible corrective action of Airbrake Blade No. 3 (the bottom blade) due to reported interference issues during rapid airbrake extension. This directive aims to ensure continued safe operation of affected sailplanes by addressing potential airbrake blockage.

Mar 11, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtM&D Flugzeugbau JS-MD SingleM&D Flugzeugbau JS-MD 1C

EASA AD 2021-0068

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2021-0251

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0068 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A340-541, A340-542, and A340-642 aeroplanes. It addresses the replacement of certain trimmable horizontal stabilizer actuators (THSA) with part numbers 47175-501 or 47175-521 to prevent potential uncommanded movements of the horizontal stabilizer. The directive ensures continued safe operation by mandating replacement of affected THSAs before exceeding specified flight cycle limits.

Mar 11, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A340Airbus A340-541Airbus A340-542Airbus A340-642

EASA AD 2021-0069

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2024-0209

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0069 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting all Airbus Helicopters EC 120 B helicopters. It addresses safety concerns related to the tail rotor hub body, specifically Part Number C642A0100103, requiring inspections and possible replacement to prevent loss of yaw control due to cracks and fretting. The directive mandates repetitive inspections and replacement of affected parts and associated hardware to ensure continued airworthiness.

Mar 11, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters EC 120 B

EASA AD 2021-0055R1

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2021-0094

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0055R1 is a regulatory document addressing safety concerns related to Austro Engine GmbH E4 and E4P engines installed on aircraft such as Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 40 NG, DA 42 NG, DA 42 M-NG, and DA 62. The directive mandates the replacement of certain oil pumps identified by part number E4A-50-000-BHY due to reported blockages caused by casting sand contamination. This AD ensures continued airworthiness by requiring operators to replace affected oil pumps and associated oil and filters.

Mar 10, 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

EASA AD US-2021-05-51

SUPERSEDED BY FAA AD 2022-06-09

FAA Airworthiness Directive 2021-05-51 is a final rule addressing certain Pratt & Whitney PW4074, PW4074D, PW4077, PW4077D, PW4084D, PW4090, and PW4090-3 turbofan engines. It requires inspections of 1st-stage low-pressure compressor (LPC) blades due to an in-flight blade failure that caused an engine fire on a PW4077 engine. The directive aims to prevent blade release, engine damage, and potential airplane damage.

Mar 10, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtPratt & Whitney PW4070Pratt & Whitney PW4080Pratt & Whitney PW4090

EASA AD 2021-0067

Main Rotor Drive — Rotor Brake Control Cable — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0067 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Leonardo S.p.A. A109 and AW109 helicopter models equipped with specific rotor brake kits and control cables. The directive mandates inspections of the main rotor drive rotor brake control cable to prevent uncommanded activation of the rotor brake system.

Mar 9, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtLeonardo S.P.A. Helicopters A109Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters A119Leonardo A109Leonardo AW109

EASA AD 2021-0065

Electrical Power — Wiring Protection — Modification

Electrical Power — Wiring Protection — Modification is a regulatory document concerning Leonardo S.p.A. Helicopters models A109 and A119. It addresses modifications related to the electrical power wiring protection systems on these specific helicopter types. The document aims to ensure continued airworthiness and safety by updating wiring protection standards.

Mar 8, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtLeonardo S.P.A. Helicopters A109Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters A119Leonardo A109Leonardo A119

EASA AD 2021-0066

Equipment / Furnishings — Outboard Load System Fittings — Inspection / Re-identification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0066 is an airworthiness directive addressing inspection and re-identification of outboard load system fittings on Airbus Helicopters Deutschland GmbH EC135 and EC635 helicopter models. It applies specifically to serial numbers 0886 to 1166 inclusive, excluding certain serial numbers and helicopters with a specific service bulletin embodied. The directive mandates inspection and re-identification of affected fittings with part number L851M2810103 to ensure continued airworthiness.

Mar 8, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters EC135Airbus Helicopters 635Airbus Helicopters EC635

EASA AD 2015-0197R1

Fuselage — Frame 74 to 90 / Shim Sheet on Section 18.1 — Inspection / Repair

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2015-0197R1 is an updated regulatory requirement affecting Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes with specific manufacturer serial numbers. The directive addresses inspection and repair of shim sheets installed on the fuselage frames 74 to 90, specifically in the coupling area of the longitudinal joint between stringers 67 LH and 68 RH. It mandates detailed inspection and corrective actions to ensure structural integrity of the affected aircraft.

Mar 8, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A380

EASA AD 2021-0062

Engine — Low Pressure Turbine Rear Frames — Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0062 is an airworthiness directive addressing inspection and replacement requirements for low pressure turbine rear frames on CFM International CFM56-5B series engines, commonly installed on Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aircraft. The directive mandates inspections for cracks in specific turbine rear frame parts and outlines corrective actions to prevent engine failure.

Mar 5, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtCFM International CFM56-5BAirbus A318Airbus A319Airbus A320Airbus A321

EASA AD 2021-0064

Fuselage — Forward Pressure Bulkhead — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0064 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Fokker F28 Mark 0070 and Mark 0100 aeroplanes, specifically serial numbers 11312 and 11346 to 11585 inclusive. The directive mandates inspection of the forward pressure bulkhead to detect cracks that could lead to sudden in-flight decompression. It applies to aircraft with a bonded doubler pressure bulkhead modification and requires reporting of inspection results to Fokker Services.

Mar 5, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtFokker F28

EASA AD 2021-0061

Indicating / Recording Systems — Flight Warning System — Modification; Aircraft Flight Manual — Ram Air Turbine Performance — Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0061 is an airworthiness directive issued by EASA affecting Airbus A350-941 and A350-1041 aeroplanes, excluding those with Airbus modification 116544 incorporated in production. The directive addresses modifications to the flight warning system and amendments to the aircraft flight manual concerning ram air turbine performance. It mandates software updates and flight manual revisions to mitigate risks associated with ram air turbine performance during emergency conditions.

Mar 5, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A350Airbus A350-941Airbus A350-1041

EASA AD US-2021-01-07

Air Conditioning - Environmental Control System / Equipment Cooling System - Inspection / Installation / Modification

Airworthiness Directive 2021-01-07 is a final rule issued by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) addressing certain Boeing 737-700 series airplanes. It mandates repetitive testing of the smoke clearance mode of the equipment cooling system and low pressure environmental control system, installation of new relays, and wiring changes to the environmental control system. This directive aims to prevent latent failures that could lead to smoke in the flight deck or cabin and potential loss of aircraft control.

Mar 4, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 737Boeing 737-700

EASA SIB 2018-04R2

Environmentally Assisted Cracking in certain Aluminium Alloys

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2018-04R2 addresses environmentally assisted cracking (EAC) in certain new generation 7xxx series aluminium alloys used in aviation structures. The bulletin highlights susceptibility of alloys such as 7037, 7040, 7055, 7085, 7099, 7140, and 7449 to hydrogen embrittlement cracking under specific environmental and stress conditions. This issue affects type certificate holders, manufacturers, and maintenance organizations involved with aluminium alloy components.

Mar 4, 2021
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety Mgmt

EASA AD CF-2021-07

SUPERSEDED BY TRANSPORT CANADA AD CF-2021-27

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2021-07 mandates updated airworthiness limitations for Airbus Canada Limited Partnership BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11 aircraft models. This directive requires incorporation of the latest Airbus Canada Airworthiness Limitations (AWL) Issue No. 012.01 into the approved maintenance schedules. It supersedes the previous AD CF-2020-25 and applies to aircraft serial numbers 50001 and subsequent for BD-500-1A10, and 55001 and subsequent for BD-500-1A11.

Mar 4, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus BD-500 (A220 Series)Airbus Canada BD-500-1A10Airbus Canada BD-500-1A11

EASA AD CF-2021-06

Ice and Rain Protection — Wing Anti-Ice System — Wing Stall Prior to Touchdown due to Wing Leading Edge Icing

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2021-06 addresses the risk of wing stall prior to touchdown caused by wing leading edge icing on Bombardier Challenger 600 series aircraft, including models CL-600-1A11, CL-600-2A12, and CL-600-2B16. This directive mandates revisions to the Aircraft Flight Manual (AFM) to include new limitations and procedures for the Wing Anti-Ice (WAI) system to prevent ice accumulation on wing leading edges. The directive applies to specific serial numbers within these models.

Mar 3, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveFlight OpsSafety MgmtBombardier CL-600 (Challenger)Bombardier Challenger 600

EASA AD 2021-0060

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2023-0020

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0060 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting GE Aviation Czech M601 engine models including M601D-1, M601D-2, M601D-11, M601D-11NZ, and M601Z. These engines are installed on various aircraft such as Air Tractor AT series, Allied Ag Cat G-164 series, Pacific Aerospace FU-24, PZL-106 Kruk series, RUAG Do 28 series, Thrush S-2R series, Viking DHC-3 Otter, and Zlin Z 37 T and Z 137 T. The directive mandates compliance with updated airworthiness limitations and maintenance tasks to ensure continued safe operation.

Mar 3, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtGe Aviation Czech M601Air Tractor AT seriesAllied Ag Cat G-164 seriesPacific Aerospace FU-24PZL-106 Kruk seriesRUAG Do 28 seriesThrush S-2R seriesViking DHC-3 OtterZlin Z 37 TZlin Z 137 T

EASA AD BR-2021-02-02

[Correction] Main Landing Gear Side Arm Strut Lower Bearing - Inspection / Replacement

The Brazilian Airworthiness Directive AD No. 2021-02-02 issued by ANAC mandates inspection and corrective actions for the Main Landing Gear (MLG) Side Arm Strut Lower Bearing on Yaborã Indústria Aeronáutica S.A. aircraft models EMB-145 and EMB-135 series. This directive addresses issues related to inverted installation and migration of the MLG Side Arm Strut Bearings, which could compromise landing gear locking during critical flight phases. The AD applies to all serial numbers of the specified aircraft models.

Mar 2, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtEmbraer EMB-135Embraer EMB-145Yaborã Indústria Aeronáutica S.A. EMB-145Yaborã Indústria Aeronáutica S.A. EMB-135