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EASA SIB 2020-19

Missing or Outdated Procedures in Flight Management System Navigational Databases for the Western Part of Russian Airspace — Effective on 03 December 2020

The EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2020-19 addresses missing or outdated procedures in Flight Management System navigational databases for the western part of Russian airspace, effective 03 December 2020. It affects aeroplane operators flying into Russian airspace and data providers responsible for navigation databases. The bulletin highlights challenges in updating FMS databases and charts due to significant airspace restructuration impacting multiple Russian Flight Information Regions.

Nov 27, 2020
Safety Information BulletinFlight OpsSafety Mgmt

EASA AD CF-2020-50

Navigation — Flight Instruments - Unreliable Air Data in the Cockpit

The Airworthiness Directive CF-2020-50 issued by Transport Canada addresses unreliable air data in the cockpit for Bombardier Inc. BD-700-1A10 and BD-700-1A11 aeroplanes, specifically serial numbers 9002 through 9998 and 60001 through 60027. This directive mandates updates to the Airplane Flight Manual to include procedures that help crews manage loss of air data system information caused by high altitude icing. The goal is to ensure continued safe flight and landing under such conditions.

Nov 27, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveFlight OpsSafety MgmtBombardier BD-700Bombardier BD-700-1A10Bombardier BD-700-1A11

EASA AD 2020-0260

Flight Controls — Elevator Connection — Modification / Aircraft Flight Manual — Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0260 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Schempp-Hirth sailplanes including Janus, Mini-Nimbus HS 7, Nimbus-2, Standard Cirrus variants, and Nimbus-2M powered sailplanes. The directive addresses a safety issue related to the elevator connection on these aircraft models. It mandates modifications to the flight controls and amendments to the Aircraft Flight Manual to ensure continued safe operation.

Nov 26, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtSchempp Hirth Flugzeugbau Janus SailplanesSchempp Hirth Flugzeugbau JanusSchempp Hirth Flugzeugbau Mini NimbusSchempp Hirth Flugzeugbau Nimbus-2Schempp Hirth Flugzeugbau -3 SailplanesSchempp Hirth Flugzeugbau Nimbus-2M Powered SailplanesSchempp Hirth Flugzeugbau Standard CirrusSchempp-Hirth JanusSchempp-Hirth Mini-Nimbus HS 7Schempp-Hirth Nimbus-2Schempp-Hirth Standard CirrusSchempp-Hirth Nimbus-2M

EASA AD CF-2020-46

Electrical Power — Misleading Indication

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2020-46 addresses misleading electrical power indications on Bombardier Inc. model BD-100-1A10 aeroplanes, serial numbers 20003 and subsequent. The directive mandates revisions to the Electrical Emergency and Non-Normal Procedures in the Airplane Flight Manual to prevent pilots from turning off active electrical power sources during erroneous indications. This AD aims to enhance flight safety by mitigating risks of electrical power loss and associated loss of flight displays.

Nov 25, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveFlight OpsSafety MgmtBombardier BD-100Bombardier BD-100-1A10

EASA AD CF-2020-47

Engine — Fuel and Control — Airplane Flight Manual Limitations and Procedures — Engine Surge at Low Altitude under Certain Environmental Conditions

The Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2020-47 addresses engine surge issues at low altitude during takeoff for Bombardier Inc. model BD-100-1A10 aeroplanes equipped with AS907-1-1A engines. This directive mandates revisions to the Airplane Flight Manual (AFM) to mitigate engine surge risks under certain environmental conditions. The directive applies specifically to serial numbers 20003 through 20457 of the affected aircraft.

Nov 25, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveFlight OpsSafety MgmtBombardier BD-100Bombardier BD-100-1A10

EASA AD 2020-0259

Engine — High Pressure Turbine Rotor Module No 51 Seal Disc — Removal from Service

The document titled Engine — High Pressure Turbine Rotor Module No 51 Seal Disc — Removal from Service is an explanatory statement issued by EASA regarding the absence of an Airworthiness Directive (AD) for the Europrop International GmbH TP400-D6 engine. It clarifies that no civil aircraft currently operate this engine model, so no public AD exists. The document serves as an informational record and recommends that military authorities issue their own ADs for affected military aircraft equipped with TP400-D6 engines.

Nov 24, 2020
OtherMaintenanceSafety MgmtEpi Europrop International Gmbh TP400-D6

EASA AD CF-2020-48

Environmental Control — Replacement of Incorrect Low-Pressure Distribution Supply Duct

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2020-48 addresses the replacement of an incorrect low-pressure distribution supply duct in Airbus Canada Limited Partnership BD-500-1A10 aircraft, specifically serial numbers 50041 and 50042. The directive mandates inspection and replacement of the duct to ensure proper environmental control and safety. This AD aims to prevent smoke penetration into the passenger cabin in the event of an onboard fire or smoke incident beneath the cabin floor.

Nov 20, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus BD-500 (A220 Series)Airbus Canada BD-500-1A10

EASA AD US-2020-24-02

NOT ADOPTED - EASA DECISION ATTACHED

The Federal Aviation Administration's final rule titled Airworthiness Directive 2020-24-02 supersedes AD 2018-23-51 and applies to Boeing 737-8 and 737-9 (737 MAX) airplanes. It mandates software updates to the flight control computer and MAX display system, revisions to the Airplane Flight Manual, wiring modifications, angle of attack sensor system tests, and operational readiness flights. This directive addresses unsafe conditions related to erroneous angle of attack sensor inputs that could cause repeated nose-down horizontal stabilizer trim.

Nov 20, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 737Boeing 737-8Boeing 737-9

EASA AD 2020-0011R1

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2021-0121

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0011R1 is an amendment addressing the main gearbox (MGB) bearing lock nut issue on Leonardo S.p.A. AB139 and AW139 helicopters. It mandates replacing the cracked MGB bearing lock nut part number 3G6320A09151 with an improved lock nut part number 3G6320A09152 to prevent potential failure of the MGB planetary gears. The directive applies to all serial numbers of these helicopter models and specifies affected MGB part numbers.

Nov 20, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtLeonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AB139Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AW139Leonardo AB139Leonardo AW139

EASA AD CF-2018-33R1

NOT ADOPTED - EASA DECISION ATTACHED

The document titled NOT ADOPTED - EASA DECISION ATTACHED is an official decision by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) not to adopt Transport Canada Civil Aviation Airworthiness Directive CF-2018-33R1. This directive concerns certain MHI RJ Aviation ULC (formerly Bombardier Inc.) CL-600 aeroplanes and involves navigation system limitations and Flight Management Computer software updates. EASA clarifies that the previously adopted FAA AD 2020-10-05, which applies to FMC-4200 units with specific Rockwell Collins Part Numbers, remains the applicable standard.

Nov 19, 2020
Agency DecisionMaintenanceSafety MgmtMHI RJ Aviation CL-600 (Regional Jet)MHI RJ Aviation ULC CL-600

EASA AD 2020-0258

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2021-0175

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0258 is an airworthiness directive addressing the inspection and maintenance of main landing gear (MLG) sliding tubes on Airbus A318, A319, and A320 aircraft. It applies to specific batches of MLG sliding tubes identified by part and serial numbers that may have been improperly inspected during overhaul, potentially leading to fatigue cracks and MLG collapse. This directive mandates repetitive visual inspections and corrective actions to ensure continued airworthiness.

Nov 19, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A318Airbus A319Airbus A320

EASA AD US-2020-22-15

Fuselage - Overwing Floor Beams - Inspection

Federal Aviation Administration Airworthiness Directive 2020-22-15 is a final rule addressing all Boeing Model DC-10 and MD-10 series airplanes, as well as MD-11 and MD-11F airplanes. It mandates inspections of overwing floor beams and floor beam supports near the overwing exit doors due to reports of cracking. The directive aims to ensure structural integrity and prevent potential loss of airplane controllability.

Nov 18, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing DC-10Boeing MD-10Boeing MD-11Boeing MD-11F

EASA SIB AIR-20-18

Boeing 747-400 and 747-8 Aeroplanes - Flight Management Computing Software System

The Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin FAA SAIB: AIR-20-18 provides information regarding flight management computer (FMC) software issues affecting Boeing 747-400 and 747-8 series airplanes equipped with FMC software block point 4.0. It addresses reports of dual FMC failures and resets occurring primarily during approach operations, which increase pilot workload and affect flight management functions.

Nov 17, 2020
Safety Information BulletinFlight OpsSafety Mgmt

EASA AD 2020-0248

[Correction] Flight Controls — Backup Control Module — Modification / Fuel — Fuel Control and Monitoring Computer — Modification / Indicating / Recording Systems — Flight Warning Computer — Modification / Landing Gear — Braking and Steering Control Unit — Modification / Replacement / Fuselage — Circumferential and Longitudinal Joints — Modification / Wings — Leading Edge Overhang — Reinforcement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0248 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting specific Airbus A340-541 and A340-642 aeroplanes with manufacturer serial numbers 371, 383, 464, 624, 628, 698, 775, and 779. The directive mandates modifications to various aircraft systems including flight controls, fuel control and monitoring computers, flight warning computers, braking and steering control units, fuselage joints, and wing leading edge overhangs. These modifications are required to ensure continued airworthiness and address previously identified unsafe conditions.

Nov 17, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A340Airbus A340-541Airbus A340-642

EASA AD 2020-0257

Rotors Flight Control — Main Rotor Actuator — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0257 is an airworthiness directive addressing the main rotor actuator (MRA) inspection on Airbus Helicopters Deutschland GmbH MBB-BK117 C-2 and D-2 helicopters. It mandates repetitive inspections of specific main rotor actuators with part numbers B673M30A1002 or D673M30A1003 to detect cracks or damage in the piston nuts. The directive aims to ensure continued safe flight control by preventing potential loss of helicopter control.

Nov 17, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters MBB-BK 117Airbus Helicopters MBB-BK117 C-2Airbus Helicopters MBB-BK117 D-2

EASA AD 2020-0256

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2022-0153

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0256 is an airworthiness directive issued for Leonardo S.p.A. A109E helicopters, specifically serial numbers 11001 to 11674 inclusive. It mandates repetitive inspections and repairs of the centre fuselage frame assembly at station 1815, where cracks have been reported. The directive aims to ensure the structural integrity of affected helicopters by requiring inspections and corrective actions as per Leonardo Alert Service Bulletin 109EP-173.

Nov 17, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtLeonardo S.P.A. Helicopters A109Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters A119Leonardo A109E

EASA AD 2020-0255

Equipment / Furnishings — Lower Deck Mobile Crew Rest Fire Extinguisher Bottle Outlet Tube — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0255 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A330 and A340 aeroplanes equipped with a lower deck mobile crew rest (LDMCR) fire extinguisher assembly. The directive addresses a potential issue with the halon outlet tube connection on certain fire extinguisher bottles installed in these aircraft models. It mandates replacement of the affected halon outlet tubes to ensure proper fire suppression functionality.

Nov 13, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A330Airbus A340

EASA AD 2020-0254

SUPERSEDED BY CAA UK AD G-2021-0009

SUPERSEDED BY CAA UK AD G-2021-0009 is a regulatory document concerning BAE SYSTEMS (OPERATIONS) LTD aircraft, specifically the AVRO146RJ and BAE146 models. This document has been officially replaced by the CAA UK Airworthiness Directive G-2021-0009. It pertains to airworthiness and safety requirements for these aircraft types.

Nov 13, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBae Systems (Operations) AVRO146RJBae Systems (Operations) BAE146BAE SYSTEMS AVRO146RJBAE SYSTEMS BAE146

EASA AD 2020-0253

Engine — Low Pressure Compressor Blades / Discs — Inspection / Re-lubrication / Restoration

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0253 is an airworthiness directive addressing Rolls-Royce Deutschland RB211 Trent 700 engines, specifically models Trent 768-60, Trent 772-60, Trent 772B-60, and Trent 772C-60, commonly installed on Airbus A330 aircraft. The directive mandates inspection, re-lubrication, and restoration of low pressure compressor blades and discs with specified part and serial numbers to prevent potential blade or disc failure. It includes instructions for repetitive on-wing ultrasonic inspections and in-shop restoration to ensure continued airworthiness.

Nov 12, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtRolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg RB211 TRENT 700Airbus A330

EASA AD 2020-0252

Fuel — Fuel Drain System — Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0252 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Pilatus Aircraft Ltd PC-24 aeroplanes with manufacturer serial numbers 101 to 184 inclusive. The directive mandates modifications to the fuel drain system to address safety concerns. It specifically targets the fuel drain pipe routing and installation of a drain mast to improve system performance.

Nov 12, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtPilatus Aircraft PC-24Pilatus PC-24