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EASA PAD 21-082

Jun 4, 2021

Flight Controls — Horizontal Stabiliser / Actuator Bracket Attachment Bolts — Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive Proposal PAD No. 21-082 addresses inspection and replacement requirements for the horizontal stabiliser actuator bracket attachment bolts on Irkut Corporation JSC RRJ-95B aeroplanes, serial numbers 95007 through 95206. The directive targets the 8 mm attachment bolts of the stabilizer trimming mechanism attachment bracket to prevent potential failure. This proposal aims to ensure continued airworthiness and safety of the affected aircraft.

Proposed AD
  • Irkut Corporation Jsc RRJ-95
  • Irkut Corporation JSC RRJ-95B

EASA SD SD-2021-02

Jun 2, 2021

Operations in FIR Minsk (UMMV)

EASA Safety Directive 2021-02 addresses the safety concerns related to operations in FIR Minsk (UMMV) following the forced diversion of Ryanair flight FR4978 by Belarusian authorities on 23 May 2021. This directive applies to aircraft operators and Air Navigation Service Providers certified under EASA regulations and advises avoiding the use of Belarusian airspace unless necessary for safety reasons. No specific aircraft types or engine models are mentioned in this directive.

Safety Directive

EASA SD SD-2021-03

Jun 2, 2021

Operations in FIR Minsk (UMMV) by aircraft operators in respect of which EASA acts as the competent authority

EASA Safety Directive 2021-03 addresses the safety concerns related to operations in FIR Minsk (UMMV) by aircraft operators for which EASA acts as the competent authority. This directive applies to operators holding an Air Operator Certificate (AOC) issued by EASA under Commission Regulation (EU) 965/2012. It does not specify particular aircraft types or engines but focuses on all affected operators flying in the Belarusian airspace.

Safety Directive

EASA AD 2021-0135

Jun 2, 2021

Oxygen — Low-Pressure Oxygen Flexible Hoses — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0135 is an airworthiness directive addressing the replacement of low-pressure oxygen flexible hoses installed on certain Boeing 737-700, 737-800, 747-400, 747-8, 767-400ER, and 777-200 aircraft modified by Lufthansa Technik AG Supplemental Type Certificates. The directive targets conductive oxygen flex-hoses in gaseous passenger oxygen systems that pose a fire risk. It mandates replacing these with non-conductive hoses to ensure continued airworthiness and safety.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Boeing 737700800
  • Boeing 7474008
  • Boeing 767400ER
  • Boeing 777200

EASA AD 2021-0134

Jun 1, 2021

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

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0134 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting all certified Airbus A300 aeroplanes. It mandates compliance with updated airworthiness limitations related to damage tolerant airworthiness limitation items as specified in Airbus A300 Airworthiness Limitations Section Part 2 Variation 3.2. This directive ensures the continued safe operation of Airbus A300 aircraft by enforcing updated maintenance requirements.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Airbus A300

EASA AD US-2021-10-19

May 31, 2021

Maintenance or Inspection Program - Revision

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2021-10-19 is a final rule addressing certain Boeing Company Model 767-200, -300, -300F, and -400ER series airplanes. This directive requires revising the existing maintenance or inspection programs to incorporate new or more restrictive airworthiness limitations and damage tolerance rating checks. The directive aims to enhance safety by addressing potential fatigue cracking in structurally significant items.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Boeing 767200300300F400ER

EASA AD 2021-0133

May 28, 2021

Communications / Cabin Systems — Removable Display Unit and Display Docking Station Attachment Interface — Operational Restriction / Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0133 is an airworthiness directive addressing operational restrictions and inspection requirements for removable display units (RDU) and display docking stations (DDS) installed on certain Airbus A330-202, A330-203, A340-313, and Boeing 777-300ER aircraft. The directive targets specific affected parts identified by part numbers and applies to aircraft with Supplemental Type Certificates issued to Société Air France S.A. It aims to ensure continued airworthiness by preventing detachment of RDUs that could cause injury.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A330
  • Airbus A340
  • Boeing 777

EASA SIB 2021-11

May 27, 2021

Content of Aeronautical Information Publication — Assessment and Reporting of Runway Surface Conditions (GRF)

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2021-11 provides guidance on the content of the Aeronautical Information Publication (AIP) related to the assessment and reporting of runway surface conditions using the Global Reporting Format (GRF). It addresses the implementation of GRF provisions in the EU regulatory framework and ICAO standards to improve runway surface condition reporting and mitigate runway excursion risks. The bulletin is relevant to national competent authorities, air navigation service providers, and aerodrome operators.

Safety Information Bulletin

EASA AD US-2021-08-14

May 26, 2021

Auto Flight - Flap Position Sensor - Testing

Federal Register Volume 86, Number 94 (Tuesday, May 18, 2021) Final Rule titled 'Auto Flight - Flap Position Sensor - Testing' is an FAA Airworthiness Directive affecting all Boeing 737-300, -400, and -500 series airplanes. This directive addresses a flap synchro wire failure issue that may not be detected by the autothrottle computer, potentially compromising the asymmetric cruise thrust monitor function.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Boeing 737300400500

EASA AD CF-2020-49R1

May 25, 2021

Flight Controls — Inboard-Flap Susceptibility to Corrosion

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2020-49R1 addresses corrosion susceptibility in the inboard flaps of Bombardier Inc. model BD-700-1A10 and BD-700-1A11 aircraft. This directive mandates enhanced inspection procedures to detect internal corrosion that could weaken flap structure and potentially lead to flap detachment. The directive applies to specific serial numbers of these aircraft models and aims to improve safety through revised maintenance schedules.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Bombardier BD-7001A101A11

EASA SIB 2021-10

May 25, 2021

Operations in Belarus Airspace

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2021-10 addresses operations in Belarus airspace following the forced diversion and landing of Ryanair flight FR4978 in Minsk on 23 May 2021. The bulletin highlights concerns about Belarus's respect for international civil aviation rules and questions the safety of air navigation services in Belarus FIR Minsk (UMMV). This bulletin applies to aircraft operators based in EASA Member States and Third Country Operators authorized by EASA conducting operations to, from, and within the EU.

Safety Information BulletinSuperseded

EASA AD 2021-0132

May 25, 2021

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks – Airworthiness Limitations Section – Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0132 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting all SAAB 2000 aeroplanes. It mandates compliance with the updated SAAB 2000 Airworthiness Limitation Manual Revision 2 to ensure continued airworthiness through maintenance tasks and life limits. This directive replaces previous requirements and introduces new and more restrictive maintenance tasks and limitations.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Saab Ab 2000
  • SAAB 2000

EASA AD CF-2021-20

May 19, 2021

Superseded by TCCA AD CF-2021-37

The Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2021-20 mandates inspection and cleaning of the air bleed shutoff valves (BOV) on Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6E-67XP engines, serial number HP0138 and earlier. This directive addresses a failure of the BOV to fully close at high power settings due to contamination from glass beads used in the gas generator case manufacturing process. The directive aims to ensure engines produce required power during high-demand maneuvers.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-67

EASA AD CF-2021-19

May 18, 2021

Navigation System — Uncommanded Heading Change from Magnetic to True

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2021-19 addresses an issue with uncommanded heading changes from magnetic to true on MHI RJ Aviation ULC aircraft, including Bombardier models CL-600-2B19, CL-600-2C10, CL-600-2C11, CL-600-2D15, CL-600-2D24, and CL-600-2E25 equipped with specific inertial reference system part numbers. The directive mandates updates to the Airplane Flight Manual to include revised abnormal procedures related to instrument systems. This AD aims to enhance flight safety by mitigating misleading heading information on primary flight and multi-function displays.

Airworthiness Directive
  • MHI RJ Aviation CL-600 (Regional Jet)
  • Bombardier CL-600-2B19
  • Bombardier CL-600-2C10
  • Bombardier CL-600-2C11
  • Bombardier CL-600-2D15
  • Bombardier CL-600-2D24
  • Bombardier CL-600-2E25

EASA AD 2021-0128

May 17, 2021

Power Plant — Hydraulic Pressure Switch Harness — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0128 is an official directive addressing Airbus A330-243, A330-243F, A330-341, A330-342, and A330-343 aeroplanes equipped with Rolls-Royce Trent 700 engines. It mandates inspection of the hydraulic pressure switch harnesses to detect and correct incorrect electrical connector installations that could cause loss of hydraulic systems in flight. This directive aims to ensure continued airworthiness and prevent potential loss of aircraft control due to hydraulic system failures.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A330

EASA AD US-2021-09-15

May 17, 2021

Wings - Center Wing Forward Corner Fittings and Fasteners / Outer Wing-to-Center-Wing Front Beam Web Joint Splice Angle Fasteners - Inspection

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2021-09-15 addresses Lockheed Martin Corporation/Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Company Model 382 series and various C-130 model airplanes, including C-130A through WC-130H variants. This directive mandates inspections and maintenance actions to detect and correct cracks and fastener issues in the center wing forward corner fittings and outer wing-to-center-wing front beam web joint splice angle fasteners. The directive aims to ensure continued airworthiness and structural integrity of these aircraft.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Lockheed Martin Corporation 382 (Hercules)
  • Lockheed Martin Model 382
  • Lockheed Martin C-130A
  • Lockheed Martin WC-130H

EASA AD 2021-0127

May 12, 2021

Landing Gear — Management System — Modification (Software Updates)

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0127 is an official regulatory document addressing Airbus A350-941 and A350-1041 aeroplanes. It mandates modifications to the landing gear management system software to ensure continued airworthiness and safety. The directive applies to all serial numbers except those with Airbus modification 114420 already incorporated in production.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A3509411041

EASA AD 2007-0256-CN

May 11, 2021

CANCELLED: PACIFIC SCIENTIFIC COMPANY — Seat Restraint System Plastic Rotary Buckle Handle — Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive Cancellation Notice 2007-0256-CN cancels the previous EASA AD 2007-0256 concerning Pacific Scientific Company seat restraint system plastic rotary buckle handles. The affected parts include Pacific Scientific rotary buckles with part numbers 1111430-XX and 1111475-XX, manufactured between November 2004 and May 2007, installed on TSO-C114 approved restraint systems used on Airbus Helicopters AS 350, AS 355, EC120, EC130, and EC155 models. This cancellation aligns with FAA AD 2021-07-13 and reflects that the original compliance period has expired for rotorcraft in EASA states.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus Helicopters AS 350
  • Airbus Helicopters AS 355
  • Airbus Helicopters EC120
  • Airbus Helicopters EC130
  • Airbus Helicopters EC155

EASA AD CF-2021-18

May 11, 2021

Landing Gear – Main Landing Gear (MLG) Lower Spindle Pin Corrosion

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2021-18 addresses corrosion issues on the main landing gear (MLG) lower spindle pin of Airbus Canada Limited Partnership model BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11 aircraft. The directive mandates inspections and necessary repairs or replacements to prevent structural failure of the MLG lower spindle pin. This AD is an interim safety measure to mitigate risks associated with corrosion and potential fatigue cracking.

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

EASA SIB 2021-09

May 11, 2021

Lockable Gascolator Drain Valves

EASA Safety Information Bulletin No. 2021-09 is an airworthiness bulletin addressing the risk of engine power loss due to lockable gascolator fuel drain valves being inadvertently left latched open. This safety information applies to all aircraft equipped with lockable gascolator fuel drain valves, primarily affecting general aviation aircraft. The bulletin raises awareness based on a related UK Civil Aviation Authority Safety Notice but does not mandate any regulatory action.

Safety Information BulletinSuperseded