EASA Regulations &amp; Airworthiness Directives

Landing Gear — Parking Brake System — Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0117 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Pipistrel Virus SW 121 and SW 128 aeroplanes. It addresses a safety issue related to the parking brake system on these aircraft models. The directive mandates a modification to the parking brake system to prevent inadvertent lever movement and brake fluid leakage.

Pipistrel Vertical Solutions D.O.O. Virus SW
Pipistrel Virus SW 121
Pipistrel Virus SW 128

EASA AD US-2021-08-04

Oxygen - Oxygen Mask Stowage Box Unit - Inspection / Replacement

Airworthiness Directive 2021-08-04 is a final rule issued by the Federal Aviation Administration addressing crew oxygen mask stowage box units on certain Boeing airplanes, including Model 737-700, -700C, -800, -900ER, Model 747-400F, and Model 767-200 and -300 series. The directive requires inspections and possible replacement or re-identification of affected oxygen mask stowage box units to prevent potential ignition sources or valve jams. This AD expands the applicability beyond the original scope of AD 2013-07-09 to include additional airplane models.

Boeing 737700700C800900ER
Boeing 747400F
Boeing 757
Boeing 767200300

EASA AD 2021-0116

Rotors Flight Control — Co-pilot Collective Lever Wire Harness — Inspection / Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0116 is an airworthiness directive affecting Airbus Helicopters Deutschland GmbH MBB-BK117 D-2 helicopters, specifically those with serial numbers up to 20340 inclusive. The directive addresses inspection and modification requirements for the co-pilot collective lever wire harness to prevent potential electrical short circuits caused by incorrect wire routing. This AD mandates inspections, corrective actions, and a modification to improve the wire harness support.

Airbus Helicopters MBB-BK 117
Airbus Helicopters MBB-BK117 D-2

EASA AD US-2021-08-12

Wings - Lower Aft Wing Skin Aft Edge - Inspection

The FAA Airworthiness Directive 2021-08-12 is a final rule addressing all Boeing 737-100, -200, -200C, -300, -400, and -500 series airplanes. It mandates repetitive inspections of the lower aft wing skin aft edge at specific flap track locations due to crack indications found in bolt holes where flap tracks attach to the track support fitting. The directive aims to ensure structural integrity by detecting and repairing cracks that could compromise the wing's ability to carry limit loads.

Boeing 737100200200C300400500

EASA AD 2021-0114

Engine — Low Pressure Compressor Case — Inspection

The document titled 'Engine — Low Pressure Compressor Case — Inspection' is a regulatory directive concerning the inspection of the low pressure compressor case on Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co KG RB211 Trent 800 engines. It applies specifically to aircraft equipped with these engine models. The directive outlines inspection requirements to ensure continued airworthiness and safety of the affected engines.

Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg RB211 TRENT 800

EASA AD 2021-0113

Hydraulic Power — Hoses — Replacement

The document titled 'Hydraulic Power — Hoses — Replacement' is an informational Airworthiness Directive record (ADR) related to the Airbus A400M military aeroplane. Since there are currently no Airbus A400M aircraft in civil service, no publicly available EASA Airworthiness Directive exists. This ADR serves as a recommendation for military authorities responsible for the affected aircraft to issue their own legally binding directives.

OtherSuperseded

Airbus Military A400M
Airbus A400M

EASA AD 2021-FATA-01020A-02

NOT ADOPTED - EASA DECISION ATTACHED

NOT ADOPTED - EASA DECISION ATTACHED is a regulatory document indicating that a proposed decision by EASA was not adopted. The document does not specify any affected aircraft types, engine models, or parts. It serves as a formal record that the proposed regulatory action will not proceed.

Agency Decision

Irkut Corporation Jsc RRJ-95

EASA AD US-2021-09-10

Revision of the Airworthiness Limitations Section (ALS) of the Instructions for Continued Airworthiness (ICA)

Revision of the Airworthiness Limitations Section (ALS) of the Instructions for Continued Airworthiness (ICA) is a final rule issued by the FAA that supersedes Airworthiness Directive 2012-04-15. It applies to all Pratt & Whitney JT9D model turbofan engines, including models JT9D-3A through JT9D-70A. The directive mandates updates to inspection requirements for critical life-limited engine parts to enhance safety and prevent engine failures.

Pratt & Whitney JT9D2059A70A7Q7R

EASA AD 2021-0112

Apr 22, 2021

Wings — Main Landing Gear Support Structure Fuse Pins — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0112 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A350-941 and A350-1041 aeroplanes. It mandates inspection of the main landing gear support structure fuse pins to ensure proper installation and security. The directive aims to prevent potential main landing gear collapse caused by incorrectly engaged or secured fuse pins.

Airbus A3509411041

EASA AD US-2021-07-17

Electrical Power - Main Landing Gear Wheel Well Electrical Connectors - Inspection

Federal Aviation Administration Airworthiness Directive 2021-07-17 is a final rule addressing all Boeing 737-900ER series airplanes. It mandates repetitive records checks and inspections for corrosion of electrical connectors in the main landing gear wheel well, prompted by reports of significant corrosion that could lead to electrical shorting and unsafe flight conditions.

Boeing 737900ER

EASA AD US-2021-08-06

Landing Gear - Main Landing Gear A-Frame Assemblies - Inspection / Replacement

Airworthiness Directive 2021-08-06 is a final rule issued by the FAA addressing Textron Aviation Inc. Model 76 airplanes, serial numbers ME-1 through ME-437. It mandates magnetic particle inspections of the main landing gear (MLG) "A" frame assemblies for cracks and requires replacement of affected parts to prevent landing gear failure. This directive supersedes a previous AD related to the same assemblies and excludes airplanes equipped with newly designed MLG "A" frame assemblies P/N 105-810023-0083 (left) and P/N 105-810023-0084 (right).

Textron Aviation 76 (Duchess)
Textron Aviation Inc. 76

EASA AD US-2021-08-10

Nacelles / Pylons - Pylon Aft Bulkhead Bracket - Inspection / Modification

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2021-08-10 addresses all Boeing Model DC-10 and MD-10 series airplanes, including DC-10-10, DC-10-10F, DC-10-15, DC-10-30, DC-10-30F (KC-10A and KDC-10), DC-10-40, DC-10-40F, MD-10-10F, and MD-10-30F. This directive mandates inspections and possible modifications of the pylon aft bulkhead bracket due to reported cracking. It aims to ensure the structural integrity of the wing pylons on these aircraft.

Boeing DC-101010F153030F4040F
Boeing MD-1010F30F

EASA AD 2021-0109

Superseded by EASA ADR 2023-0061

EASA ADR 2023-0061 is an explanatory statement document related to the Airbus A400M aeroplane. It clarifies that no publicly available Airworthiness Directive (AD) exists for the Airbus A400M in civil service because none are currently in civil operation. The document serves as an informational record and recommends that military airworthiness authorities issue their own ADs for the affected military aircraft.

OtherSuperseded

Airbus Military A400M
Airbus A400M

EASA AD CF-2020-45R1

Apr 20, 2021

Flight Controls — Loose Rudder Pedal Torque Tube Quadrant Riveted Connection

The Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2020-45R1 addresses a flight control issue involving loose riveted connections in the rudder pedal torque tube quadrant assembly on Viking Air Ltd. DHC-6 series 1, 100, 110, 200, 210, 300, 310, 320, and 400 aircraft with serial numbers 001 through 987. This directive mandates inspections and corrective actions to ensure the integrity of the rudder control system and prevent potential loss of rudder control.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded

Viking Air DHC-6 (Twin Otter)
Viking Air DHC-6

EASA AD 2021-0108

Apr 20, 2021

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks – Airworthiness Limitations Section Certification Maintenance Requirement – Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0108 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aeroplanes. It mandates compliance with updated airworthiness limitations and certification maintenance requirements as defined in Airbus ALS Part 3 Variation 7.3. This directive ensures continued airworthiness by requiring operators to follow new or more restrictive maintenance tasks and intervals.

Airbus A318
Airbus A319
Airbus A320
Airbus A321

EASA SIB 2021-07

Apr 19, 2021

Bird Strike Risk Mitigation in Rotorcraft Operations

EASA Safety Information Bulletin (SIB) No. 2021-07 titled 'Bird Strike Risk Mitigation in Rotorcraft Operations' addresses the increasing risk of bird strikes involving civil rotorcraft in the European Union. The bulletin highlights that most EU civilian helicopters lack certification for bird strike resistance and provides recommendations for operators, manufacturers, and National Aviation Authorities to mitigate bird strike risks. It applies broadly to civil rotorcraft operations and does not mandate regulatory changes but offers guidance to improve safety.

Safety Information BulletinSuperseded

EASA AD 2021-0053R1

Apr 19, 2021

Flight Controls – Slat Transmission Shafts / Slat Power Control Unit Torque Sensing Units – Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0053R1 is an updated safety directive addressing Airbus A350-941 and A350-1041 aeroplanes equipped with specific slat power control units (PCU) having part numbers 4785A0000-04 or 4785A0000-05. The directive mandates inspections and repetitive health checks of the slat transmission shafts and PCU torque sensing units to prevent potential slat system jams caused by excessive wear. It aims to ensure continued airworthiness by requiring corrective actions if discrepancies are found.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded

Airbus A3509411041

EASA AD US-2021-07-02

Apr 19, 2021

Ice and Rain Protection - Pitot Anti-icing System Components - Inspection / Replacement

The Federal Register Volume 86, Number 63 (April 5, 2021) Final Rule titled "Ice and Rain Protection - Pitot Anti-icing System Components - Inspection / Replacement" is a new airworthiness directive issued by the FAA for certain Boeing 737-200 series airplanes. It addresses the pitot heat switch issue that can lead to misleading air data by requiring replacement of pitot anti-icing system components, installation of a junction box and wiring provisions, and repetitive testing of the anti-icing system.

Safety Information Bulletin

Boeing 737200

EASA SIB CASA-2021-06

Apr 16, 2021

Electrical Connector Corrosion

The document titled Electrical Connector Corrosion is a Transport Canada Civil Aviation Safety Alert (CASA 2021-06) addressing corrosion issues on electrical connectors and backshells of De Havilland Canada Limited Dash-8-401 and -402 series aeroplanes. It highlights the occurrence of corrosion in harsh operating environments, particularly in landing gear bays and wing trailing edges, which can affect electrical bonding and shielding integrity. The alert provides information and recommendations to operators and maintainers to mitigate these risks.

De Havilland Canada DHC-8

EASA AD CF-2021-14

Apr 16, 2021

Flight Controls — Spoiler Electronic Control Unit (SECU) Engine Indication and Crew Alerting System (EICAS) — Intermittent and Repetitive Messages

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2021-14 addresses intermittent and repetitive Engine Indication and Crew Alerting System (EICAS) messages related to the Spoiler Electronic Control Unit (SECU) on Bombardier BD-100-1A10 aircraft. The directive applies to all serial numbers of this model and requires updates to the Airplane Flight Manual (AFM) to include specific cautions and notes for spoiler fault procedures. This AD aims to ensure flight crews properly respond to these messages to maintain safe flight operations.