EASA Regulations & Airworthiness Directives

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EASA AD 2021-0006

Engine Fuel and Control — Fuel Pump — Replacement [Life Limitation]

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0006 is an airworthiness directive addressing fuel pump replacement life limitations for Rolls-Royce Trent 1000 series engines installed on Boeing 787 aircraft. It mandates the removal and replacement of specific fuel pumps with part numbers G5030FPU01 and TPS1000-05 before exceeding newly established reduced life limits to prevent fuel pump performance degradation. This directive applies to all serial numbers of affected Trent 1000 engine models.

Jan 7, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtRolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg TRENT 1000Boeing 787

EASA AD US-2021-01-03

Engine - High-Pressure Turbine 1st Stage and 2nd Stage Disks - Removal

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2021-01-03 addresses certain International Aero Engines AG V2500 series turbofan engines installed on aircraft such as the Airbus A321-231. This directive mandates the removal from service of specific high-pressure turbine (HPT) 1st-stage and 2nd-stage disks due to an identified unsafe condition following an uncontained disk failure event. The AD aims to prevent potential engine failures that could lead to damage to the engine, aircraft, or loss of the airplane.

Jan 7, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtInternational Aero Engines Ag V2500-( )5International Aero Engines Ag V2500-A1Airbus A321-231

EASA AD 2021-0007

Nacelles / Pylons — Inboard Pylon Box Dog Head Fitting Holes — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0007 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes equipped with Rolls-Royce Trent 900 or Engine Alliance GP7200 engines. The directive mandates inspections of the inboard pylon box Dog Head fitting fastener holes to detect cracks that could compromise structural integrity. It applies to all manufacturer serial numbers of these aircraft models.

Jan 7, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A380Airbus A380-841Airbus A380-842Airbus A380-861

EASA AD 2021-0003

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2021-0196

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0003 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus Helicopters AS 332 C, C1, L, L1, L2 and EC 225 LP models equipped with specific cabin plug doors (Part Numbers 332A221301.XX or 332AS251406.XX). The directive addresses the installation of additional emergency exit placards on cabin plug doors to improve passenger understanding of emergency door jettisoning procedures.

Jan 6, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveSafety MgmtMaintenanceAirbus Helicopters SA 330Airbus Helicopters AS 332Airbus Helicopters EC 225Airbus Helicopters AS 332 CAirbus Helicopters AS 332 C1Airbus Helicopters AS 332 LAirbus Helicopters AS 332 L1Airbus Helicopters AS 332 L2Airbus Helicopters EC 225 LP

EASA SIB AIR-21-01

Textron Aviation (McCauley Propeller Systems) - Alternative Method of Compliance to FAA AD 2020-19-06

Textron Aviation (McCauley Propeller Systems) - Alternative Method of Compliance to FAA AD 2020-19-06 is an FAA-approved alternative method of compliance for Airworthiness Directive 2020-19-06. It specifically addresses the eligibility criteria for installation of McCauley governors with serial numbers after 180501, including new governors and those maintained according to specific McCauley Alert Service Bulletins. This document applies to McCauley propeller governors used on affected aircraft.

Jan 6, 2021
AMC/GMMaintenanceSafety Mgmt

EASA AD US-2020-25-10

Engine - High Pressure Turbine Rotor Stage 2 Disks - Inspection / Replacement

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2020-25-10 is a final rule addressing certain General Electric Company GEnx-1B and GEnx-2B model turbofan engines equipped with specific high-pressure turbine (HPT) rotor stage 2 disks. This directive mandates inspection and potential replacement of these disks due to the risk of undetected subsurface anomalies that could lead to uncontained disk failure. The directive applies to multiple GEnx engine variants including GEnx-1B64/P2, GEnx-1B67/P2, GEnx-1B70/75/P2, and others.

Jan 5, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtGeneral Electric GEnx

EASA SIB SAFO20016

Saircorp / Flight Boss Ltd. (Saircorp) Consoles

SAFO 20016 is a Safety Alert for Operators issued by the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration concerning the use of Saircorp consoles in Textron Aviation Inc. Model 172-, 177-, 182-, 185-, 205-, 206-, 210-, 310-, 320-, 337-, and 340-series airplanes, as well as other aircraft. The alert highlights safety risks posed by these unsecured metal consoles, which can shift during flight and interfere with aircraft controls or emergency equipment access.

Jan 4, 2021
Safety Information BulletinSafety MgmtFlight Ops

EASA AD 2021-0001

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2021-0034

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0001 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A380-841 and A380-842 aeroplanes equipped with Rolls-Royce RB211 Trent 900 engines. The directive mandates inspections of the front engine mount, strut mount, and thrust link due to concerns about salvage welds on the compressor intermediate case lugs in certain engines. It aims to ensure continued airworthiness by requiring repetitive inspections and corrective actions to prevent potential engine detachment in flight.

Jan 4, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A380

EASA AD US-2020-26-09

Wings - Center Wing Box Fastener Holes - Inspection

FAA Airworthiness Directive 2020-26-09 is a final rule addressing all Boeing 737-100, -200, -200C, -300, -400, and -500 series airplanes. It mandates inspections of the center wing box fastener holes for cracks using high frequency eddy current, ultrasonic, or detailed internal inspection methods. The directive aims to maintain structural integrity by detecting and repairing cracks in critical wing components.

Jan 4, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 737Boeing 737-100Boeing 737-200Boeing 737-200CBoeing 737-300Boeing 737-400Boeing 737-500

EASA AD US-2020-25-01

Wings - Lower Forward Wing Fittings - Inspection

Federal Register Volume 85, Number 235 (December 7, 2020) is a final rule airworthiness directive issued by the FAA addressing certain Textron Aviation Inc. airplanes (formerly Beechcraft Corporation) including Models F90, 65-90, B90, C90, H90 (T-44A), E90, 99 series, A99 series, B99, C99, 100 series, A100, and B100. The directive targets fatigue cracks in the lower forward wing fittings caused by the installation of a specific washer part number. It mandates inspection and corrective actions to ensure continued airworthiness and safety.

Jan 4, 2021
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtTextron Aviation 100 (King Air)Textron Aviation 65 (Queen Air)Textron Aviation 90 (King Air)Textron Aviation 99 (Airliner)Textron Aviation F90Textron Aviation 65-90Textron Aviation B90Textron Aviation C90Textron Aviation H90Textron Aviation E90Textron Aviation 99 seriesTextron Aviation A99 seriesTextron Aviation B99Textron Aviation C99Textron Aviation 100 seriesTextron Aviation A100Textron Aviation B100

EASA AD CF-2020-54R1

SUPERSEDED BY TCCA AD CF-2023-32

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2020-54R1 addresses cracking issues in the main landing gear (MLG) shock strut lower pin, part number 19146-3, on Bombardier Inc. model CL-600-2B16 aircraft with specified serial numbers. The directive mandates repetitive lubrication, detailed visual inspections, and non-destructive testing of the affected pins to detect and prevent structural failure. It applies to various CL-600-2B16 variants including CL-604, CL-605, and CL-650 models.

Dec 28, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBombardier CL-600 (Challenger)Bombardier CL-600-2B16Bombardier CL-604Bombardier CL-605Bombardier CL-650

EASA AD 2020-0283

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2022-0197

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0283 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A330 and A340 aeroplanes. It addresses fuel pumps with specific part numbers installed at designated locations on these aircraft models. The directive mandates inspections and potential replacements of fuel pumps showing erosion to prevent fuel tank ignition risks.

Dec 24, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A330Airbus A340

EASA AD 2020-0022R2

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks — Main Gear Box / Particle Detectors — Inspection; Main Rotor Drive — Planet Gear Assemblies — Replacement / Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0022R2 is an updated regulatory requirement affecting Airbus Helicopters AS 332 L, L1, C, and C1 models. It addresses inspection, replacement, and modification requirements related to the main gearbox (MGB) planet gear assemblies and particle detectors to mitigate risks associated with gear spalling and cracking. The directive mandates specific inspections and installation of a Full Flow Magnetic Plug (FFMP) device to enhance safety and continued airworthiness.

Dec 23, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters SA 330Airbus Helicopters AS 332Airbus Helicopters EC 225Airbus Helicopters AS 332 LAirbus Helicopters AS 332 L1Airbus Helicopters AS 332 CAirbus Helicopters AS 332 C1

EASA AD US-2020-26-04

Fuselage - Skin Panels - Inspection / Repair / Installation

Airworthiness Directive 2020-26-04 is a final rule issued by the FAA addressing certain Boeing 737-100, -200, -200C, -300, -400, and -500 series airplanes. It mandates inspections and repairs of fuselage skin panels, specifically targeting cracking along chem-milled lines. This directive updates and expands previous inspection requirements to ensure continued airworthiness.

Dec 22, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 737Boeing 737-100Boeing 737-200Boeing 737-200CBoeing 737-300Boeing 737-400Boeing 737-500

EASA SIB CASA-2020-13

Bombardier CL-600-2A12 & CL-600-2B16 Aeroplanes - Broken Brake Control Valve Spring

The Transport Canada Civil Aviation Safety Alert CASA 2020-13 addresses a safety concern affecting Bombardier CL-600-2A12 (Challenger 601-1A) and CL-600-2B16 (Challenger 601-3A/-3R) aircraft models. It highlights that the Bombardier MSG-3 maintenance program does not include an inspection task for the dual brake control valve (BCV) spring, which has been identified as a contributing factor in a runway overrun accident due to brake failure. The alert provides information on the inspection task and its importance for these aircraft.

Dec 21, 2020
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety Mgmt

EASA AD US-2020-24-10

Flight Controls - Elevator and Aileron Balance Tubes - Inspection / Replacement

Federal Aviation Administration Airworthiness Directive 2020-24-10 is a final rule addressing all Aerostar Aircraft Corporation Model PA-60-601P, PA-60-602P, and PA-60-700P airplanes. It mandates repetitive inspections and replacement of elevator and aileron balance tubes due to reported corrosion issues. This directive aims to ensure continued airworthiness and safety of these aircraft models.

Dec 21, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAerostar Aircraft Corporation PA-60 (Aerostar)Aerostar Aircraft Corporation PA-60-601PAerostar Aircraft Corporation PA-60-602PAerostar Aircraft Corporation PA-60-700P

EASA AD 2020-0287

Tail Rotor Drive — Tail Rotor Drive Flange / Shaft Flexible Coupling — Inspection / Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0287 is an airworthiness directive affecting Airbus Helicopters models SA 365, AS 365, and EC 155 series. It addresses inspection and modification requirements for the tail rotor drive flange and shaft flexible coupling to prevent loosening of the shur-lok nut that retains the tail rotor drive flange on the main gearbox. The directive applies to helicopters with specific Airbus Helicopters modifications embodied and covers multiple groups of affected aircraft based on delivery dates and modification status.

Dec 21, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters SAAirbus Helicopters AS 365Airbus Helicopters EC 155Airbus Helicopters SA 365

EASA AD 2020-0284

Equipment / Furnishings — Cabin Seat Pin and Plate — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0284 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Dassault Aviation Falcon 7X, Falcon 900EX, and Falcon 2000EX aeroplanes. It addresses an issue with Collins Aerospace UCT cabin seats, specifically certain seat pin and plate assemblies that may have a manufacturing misalignment. The directive mandates inspection and corrective actions to ensure seat recline locking mechanisms function correctly.

Dec 18, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtDassault Falcon 2000Dassault Falcon 7XDassault Falcon 900EXDassault Falcon 2000EX

EASA AD 2020-0285

Indicating / Recording Systems — Flight Data Recording System — Modification (Software Update)

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0285 is an official regulatory document addressing the Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes. It mandates a software update to the Flight Data Recording System (FDRS) to correct a software error that could cause partial loss of flight data recording. This directive ensures continued airworthiness and compliance with European aviation safety regulations.

Dec 18, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A380Airbus A380-841Airbus A380-842Airbus A380-861

EASA AD 2020-0286

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2021-0280

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0286 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting all Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes. It addresses inspection requirements for the bleed duct and fuel pipe at the pylon/wing interface to prevent potential fire hazards caused by bracket weld failures. This directive mandates repetitive inspections and corrective actions to ensure continued airworthiness.

Dec 18, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A380Airbus A380-841Airbus A380-842Airbus A380-861