EASA Regulations & Airworthiness Directives

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EASA AD 2018-0204R1

Air Conditioning — Clearance between Air Conditioning Unit and Landing Light Connectors — Measurement

The document titled Air Conditioning — Clearance between Air Conditioning Unit and Landing Light Connectors — Measurement is a regulatory communication concerning AIRBUS HELICOPTERS models SA 330, AS 332, and EC 225. It addresses the required clearance measurements between the air conditioning units and the landing light connectors on these helicopter types to ensure safe operation and maintenance.

Dec 8, 2020
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters SA 330Airbus Helicopters AS 332Airbus Helicopters EC 225

EASA SIB AIR-20-19

Boeing 777 and 787 Aeroplanes - Flight Management Computing Software System

The Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin SAIB: AIR-20-19 is an FAA information bulletin addressing a flight management computing software anomaly affecting Boeing 777 and 787-8, -9, and -10 airplanes. The bulletin informs operators about an issue where the auto-throttle may fail to disconnect during a balked landing, potentially causing airspeed reduction and stick shaker activation. It provides background on the software versions involved and references Boeing Flight Crew Operations Manual Bulletins for guidance.

Dec 8, 2020
Safety Information BulletinFlight OpsSafety Mgmt

EASA AD 2020-0271

Main Rotor — Swashplate Boot — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0271 is an airworthiness directive addressing the inspection of the main rotor swashplate boot on Leonardo S.p.A. AB139, AW139, and AW189 helicopters. It focuses on the inspection and maintenance of the affected main rotor swashplate boot, specifically part number 3G6230V00251, to prevent in-flight failure of the external stainless steel rings bonded to the boot. The directive applies to all serial numbers of these helicopter models.

Dec 8, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtLeonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AB139Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AW139Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AW189Leonardo AB139Leonardo AW139Leonardo AW189

EASA AD 2020-0266

Rotorcraft Flight Manual — N2 Speed Avoidance Range Limitation — Amendment / Placard — Installation

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0266 addresses a safety issue affecting Airbus Helicopters AS 355 E, F, F1, and F2 models equipped with Rolls-Royce Corporation 250-C20F engines. The directive mandates amendments to the Rotorcraft Flight Manual and installation of a placard to avoid a specific N2 turbine speed range that can cause fatigue failures in power turbine 3rd stage wheels. This AD aims to prevent engine power loss and potential helicopter control issues.

Dec 8, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveFlight OpsMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters AS 355Airbus Helicopters AS 355 EAirbus Helicopters AS 355 FAirbus Helicopters AS 355 F1Airbus Helicopters AS 355 F2

EASA AD CF-2020-53

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks — Maintenance Program

The Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2020-53 is a regulatory document addressing time limits and maintenance checks for MHI RJ Aviation ULC aeroplanes, specifically models CL-600-2C10, CL-600-2C11, CL-600-2D15, CL-600-2D24, and CL-600-2E25. It mandates updates to the maintenance program to incorporate mandatory airworthiness limitations and safe life component requirements as defined in the Customer Support Publication B-053 Maintenance Requirements Manual. This directive ensures continued airworthiness and safety compliance for the affected aircraft.

Dec 8, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtMHI RJ Aviation CL-600 (Regional Jet)MHI RJ Aviation ULC CL-600-2C10MHI RJ Aviation ULC CL-600-2C11MHI RJ Aviation ULC CL-600-2D15MHI RJ Aviation ULC CL-600-2D24MHI RJ Aviation ULC CL-600-2E25

EASA AD 2020-0270

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2022-0102

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0270 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aeroplanes. It addresses mandatory maintenance requirements related to the Airworthiness Limitations Section Part 4, specifically the System Equipment Maintenance Requirements. The directive updates compliance instructions to ensure continued airworthiness of these aircraft models.

Dec 7, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A318Airbus A319Airbus A320Airbus A321

EASA AD 2020-0269

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2026-0039

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0269 is an airworthiness directive issued for Airbus Helicopters EC 175 B models equipped with main rotor elastomeric damper rod ends having part numbers M622G40T1015 or M622G40T1016. The directive mandates repetitive inspections of these damper rod ends to detect cracks that could lead to loss of damping function and potential loss of helicopter control. It provides inspection instructions and corrective actions to ensure continued airworthiness.

Dec 7, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters EC175Airbus Helicopters EC 175 B

EASA AD US-2020-21-22

Fuselage / Stabilizers - Tailcone and Horizontal Stabilizer Attachment Structure - Inspection

Federal Register Volume 85, Number 212 (November 2, 2020) is a final rule airworthiness directive issued by the FAA addressing Textron Aviation Inc. Models 180, 180A-K, 182, 182A-D, 185, 185A-E, A185E, and A185F airplanes. The directive mandates inspections of the tailcone and horizontal stabilizer attachment structure for corrosion, cracks, and loose or sheared rivets due to reported structural cracks. It aims to prevent failure of the horizontal stabilizer attachment that could lead to tail separation and loss of airplane control.

Dec 4, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtTextron Aviation 180Textron Aviation 182 (Skylane)Textron Aviation 185 (Skywagon)Textron Aviation 180A-KTextron Aviation 182Textron Aviation 182A-DTextron Aviation 185Textron Aviation 185A-ETextron Aviation A185ETextron Aviation A185F

EASA AD US-2020-24-05

Wing Spar - Main Wing Spar - Inspection

Federal Register Volume 85, Number 226 (November 23, 2020) - Airworthiness Directive 2020-24-05 issued by the FAA addresses certain Piper Aircraft, Inc. models PA-28-140, PA-28-150, PA-28-160, PA-28-180, PA-28-235, PA-32-260, and PA-32-300 airplanes. This directive mandates inspection of the left and right main wing spars for corrosion in areas that are not easily accessible. It aims to ensure the structural integrity of the main wing spars to prevent potential failure and loss of airplane control.

Dec 4, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtPiper Aircraft PA-28 (Archer)Piper Aircraft PA-28 (Cherokee)Piper Aircraft PA-32 (Cherokee Six)Piper PA-28-140Piper PA-28-150Piper PA-28-160Piper PA-28-180Piper PA-28-235Piper PA-32-260Piper PA-32-300

EASA AD 2020-0228

[Correction] Engine — Turbocharger Hose — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0228 is a corrective directive addressing turbocharger hose replacement on certain Cessna F172 and Piper PA-28 aircraft equipped with Continental Aerospace Technologies TAE 125-02 diesel engines. The directive targets turbocharger hoses with part number TAE EPA 40-7520-H0131 01 from a specific defective batch that may fail and cause significant engine power loss. It applies to aircraft with engines installed via EASA Supplemental Type Certificates 10014287 and 10014364.

Dec 3, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtPiper Aircraft PA-28 (Archer)Piper Aircraft PA-28 (Cadet)Piper Aircraft PA-28 (Cherokee)Piper Aircraft PA-28 (Warrior)Textron Aviation 172 (Skyhawk)Textron Aviation F172Cessna F172Piper PA-28

EASA AD 2020-FATA-01020A-15

NOT ADOPTED - EASA DECISION ATTACHED

The Airworthiness Directive 2020-FATA-01020A-15 issued by the Federal Aviation Transport Agency of the Russian Federation addresses the RRJ-95 aircraft. It mandates corrective actions related to the manual opening procedure of doors equipped with specific door arms to ensure proper emergency slide deployment. This directive supplements a previous directive and applies to RRJ-95 aeroplanes with door arms part numbers A415406-001 Rev.E, A415406-003 Rev.E, A415406-005 Rev.E, and A415406-006 Rev.E.

Dec 3, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtIrkut Corporation Jsc RRJ-95RRJ-95

EASA AD 2020-0267

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks — Airworthiness Limitations Section Part 4 / System Equipment Maintenance Requirements — Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0267 is an amendment addressing the Airbus A310 aeroplanes. It mandates updates to the Airworthiness Limitations Section Part 4, specifically concerning system equipment maintenance requirements and life limits for certain parts such as the main landing gear retraction actuator sliding rod with Part Number D58006. The directive ensures continued airworthiness by enforcing revised maintenance tasks and life limits.

Dec 3, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A310

EASA AD US-2020-24-09

Flight Controls - Rudder Flight Control Cables and the Emergency Power Supply Wiring - Inspection / Replacement

Federal Register Volume 85, Number 231 (December 1, 2020) is a final rule airworthiness directive issued by the FAA addressing certain Piper Aircraft, Inc. Model PA-34-220T airplanes. The directive focuses on inspecting and replacing rudder flight control cables and emergency power supply wiring, and re-routing the wiring harness to prevent damage caused by inadequate clearance. This AD aims to ensure the continued airworthiness and safety of the affected Piper PA-34-220T aircraft.

Dec 2, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtPiper Aircraft PA-34 (Seneca)Piper PA-34-220T

EASA AD 2020-0265

Fuel System — Auxiliary Power Unit Aft Fuel Pump — Replacement / Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0265 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A330 and A340 aeroplanes. It addresses the replacement or modification of the Auxiliary Power Unit (APU) aft fuel pumps, specifically those with part numbers P93A19-202 and P93A19-203, to ensure continued safe operation of these aircraft models.

Dec 2, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A330Airbus A340

EASA AD 2020-0264

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2024-0160

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0264 is an airworthiness directive issued for Airbus Helicopters EC 225 LP models. It addresses a manufacturing defect in the ceramic balls of the swashplate bearing in the main rotor mast assembly, which could lead to premature bearing failure and reduced helicopter control. The directive mandates inspections and possible replacement of affected main rotor mast assemblies with specified part numbers.

Dec 2, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters SA 330Airbus Helicopters AS 332Airbus Helicopters EC 225Airbus Helicopters EC 225 LP

EASA SIB 2020-20

Automatic Deployable Emergency Locator Transmitters / Crash Position Indicators

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2020-20 addresses Automatic Deployable Emergency Locator Transmitters (ELT(AD)) or Crash Position Indicators primarily installed on helicopters operating over water, especially in hostile environments such as offshore operations. The bulletin highlights a high rate of failures, including unintended deployments and transmissions, and emphasizes the need for proper reporting of these occurrences to manufacturers, Type Certificate holders, and competent authorities. It provides guidance on data retrieval, investigation, and reporting to improve safety and equipment reliability.

Dec 1, 2020
Safety Information BulletinSafety Mgmt

EASA AD CF-2020-52

Landing Gear — Missing Secondary Locking Device on Main Landing Gear Side Stay Actuator

The Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2020-52 addresses a missing secondary locking device on the main landing gear side stay actuator for Bombardier Inc. BD-100-1A10 aircraft with serial numbers 20003 to 20780. This directive mandates inspection and, if necessary, installation of a safety wire on the castellated nut of the main landing gear side stay actuator. The directive ensures compliance with Canadian Aviation Regulations to maintain aircraft safety.

Dec 1, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBombardier BD-100Bombardier BD-100-1A10

EASA AD BR-2020-06-02R2

Nacelles / Pylons - Pylon Lower Link Fitting Inboard and Outboard Attaching Parts - Inspection / Replacement / Re-torque / Modification

Brazilian Airworthiness Directive AD No. 2020-06-02R02 issued by Agência Nacional de Aviação Civil (ANAC) addresses inspection, replacement, re-torque, and modification of pylon lower link fitting inboard and outboard attaching parts on Yaborã Indústria Aeronáutica S.A. airplanes, specifically various models of the Embraer ERJ 190 series. The directive applies to aircraft registered in Brazil and mandates compliance to ensure continued airworthiness and safety.

Dec 1, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtEmbraer ERJ 190

EASA AD 2020-0263

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2021-0212

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0263 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting ATR 42-400 and ATR 42-500 aeroplanes. It mandates compliance with updated airworthiness limitations and certification maintenance requirements as specified in the ATR 42-400/-500 Time Limit Document Revision 14. This directive ensures continued safe operation by enforcing maintenance tasks and life limits on components.

Dec 1, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtATR ATR42ATR 42-400ATR 42-500