EASA Regulations & Airworthiness Directives

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EASA AD US-2021-02-07

Feb 24, 2021

Engine Fuel & Control - Cushioned Loop Clamp and Outer Fuel Manifold - Inspection / Replacement

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2021-02-07 is a final rule addressing all General Electric Company GEnx-1B series turbofan engines. It mandates inspections and potential replacements related to the cushioned loop clamp (p-clamp) and the outer fuel manifold due to reported cracks causing fuel leakage. This directive applies to multiple GEnx-1B engine variants and aims to ensure continued airworthiness and safety.

Airworthiness Directive
  • General Electric GEnx

EASA AD 2021-0052

Feb 24, 2021

Engine – Propeller Shaft – Replacement [Life Limit]

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0052 is an airworthiness directive addressing GE Aviation Czech M601 series engines installed on various aircraft including the LET L-410 series, Air Tractor AT series, Grumman G-164, PZL-106, Dornier Do 28, Thrush S-2R, DHC-3 Otter, Zlin Z-37T, and PAC FU-24. The directive focuses on the replacement and life limit implementation of propeller shafts, specifically part numbers M601-6081.2, M601-6081.4, and M601-6081.6. It mandates compliance to ensure continued airworthiness and prevent propeller shaft failure.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Ge Aviation Czech M601
  • LET L-410
  • Air Tractor AT
  • Grumman G-164
  • PZL-106
  • Dornier Do 28
  • Thrush S-2R
  • DHC-3 Otter
  • Zlin Z-37T
  • PAC FU-24

EASA AD US-2021-02-13

Feb 24, 2021

Fuselage - Forward Galley Door Fuselage Skin / Bear Strap - Inspection

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2021-02-13 is a final rule addressing certain Boeing 737-600, -700, -700C, -800, and -900 series airplanes. It mandates inspections of the fuselage skin and bear strap at the forward galley door area for cracks, prompted by reports of cracking in the bear strap between station 290 and 296. The directive aims to prevent potential structural integrity loss and uncontrolled decompression.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Boeing 737600700700C800900

EASA SIB 2021-04

Feb 23, 2021

New Noga Light Ltd NL-93 Night Vision Goggles — Replacement

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2021-04 is an airworthiness bulletin addressing the replacement of New Noga Light Ltd NL-93 Night Vision Goggles (NVG) used on helicopters with Night Vision Imaging System (NVIS) certification. It highlights concerns about the replacement of NL-93 NVGs with Binimon (A) NVGs by Meprolight Ltd, the current manufacturer. The bulletin applies to all helicopters certified for NVIS and equipped with the NL-93 model.

Safety Information BulletinSuperseded

EASA AD 2021-0050

Feb 23, 2021

Tail Rotor — Blades — Replacement / Re-identification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0050 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus Helicopters Deutschland GmbH EC135 and EC635 helicopter models. It addresses the replacement and re-identification of tail rotor blades and head assemblies with specific part numbers due to a reduced life limit established for certain blades operated on higher-load Group 1 helicopters. The directive applies to all variants and serial numbers of the specified helicopter models.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus Helicopters EC135
  • Airbus Helicopters 635
  • Airbus Helicopters EC635

EASA AD 2021-0049

Feb 18, 2021

Fire Protection — Operational Limitation Doors — Cargo Door Seals — Cleaning / Greasing / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0049 is an operational limitation and maintenance directive affecting Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aeroplanes. It addresses issues with cargo door seals that may cause reduced halon concentration in cargo compartments, potentially compromising fire extinguishing system effectiveness. The directive applies to specific part numbers of forward, aft, and bulk cargo door seals and mandates cleaning, greasing, and eventual replacement with improved seals.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A318
  • Airbus A319
  • Airbus A320
  • Airbus A321

EASA AD CF-2021-04

Feb 17, 2021

Powerplant — Engine Mount — Bushing Missing

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2021-04 addresses the issue of missing sliding bushings in the engine mount system of Bombardier Inc. BD-700-1A10 and BD-700-1A11 aircraft. This directive mandates inspections of the forward and aft engine mounts to ensure proper installation of the bushings, which are critical for carrying engine loads to the airframe. The directive applies to specific serial numbers of these aircraft models.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Bombardier BD-7001A101A11

EASA AD 2021-0039R2

Feb 17, 2021

Return to Service

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0039R2 is a regulatory document addressing the return to service of Boeing 737-8 and 737-9 (MAX) aeroplanes. It mandates software updates, modifications, and operational changes to ensure safe flight operations following previous grounding due to safety concerns. The directive covers installation of updated Flight Control Computer and MAX Display System software, wiring modifications, sensor tests, and updated pilot training requirements.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Boeing 73789

EASA AD 2021-0045

Feb 16, 2021

Equipment / Furnishing – 80VU Rack Attachments – Inspection / Repair

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0045 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aeroplanes. It mandates repetitive inspections and repairs of the 80VU rack attachments, including lower lateral fittings, lower central support, and upper fittings, to address potential damage that could compromise flight control and communication systems housed in the rack.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Airbus A318
  • Airbus A319
  • Airbus A320
  • Airbus A321

EASA AD CF-2021-03

Feb 16, 2021

Equipment/Furnishings — Mid Fuselage Insulation — Potential Damage to Insulation Blankets below Over Wing Emergency Exit Door (OWEED)

The Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2021-03 titled 'Equipment/Furnishings — Mid Fuselage Insulation — Potential Damage to Insulation Blankets below Over Wing Emergency Exit Door (OWEED)' applies to Airbus Canada Limited Partnership aircraft models BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11 with specified serial numbers. It addresses potential damage to insulation blankets located beneath the left and right over wing emergency exit doors. The directive mandates inspections and corrective actions to ensure continued fire protection.

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

EASA AD 2021-0048

Feb 16, 2021

Main Rotor – Pitch Rod Upper Links – Marking / Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0048 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus Helicopters models AS 350, EC 130, AS 355, SA 365, and AS 365. It addresses a safety issue related to the main rotor pitch rod upper links, which if not corrected, could lead to loss of control of the helicopter. The directive mandates marking and repetitive inspections of these components to detect any loss of torque and prevent potential failures.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Airbus Helicopters AS 350
  • Airbus Helicopters EC 130
  • Airbus Helicopters AS 355
  • Airbus Helicopters SA
  • Airbus Helicopters AS 365
  • Airbus Helicopters EC 155
  • Airbus Helicopters SA 365

EASA AD 2021-0047

Feb 16, 2021

Standard Practices and Structures – DECOMATIC Titanium Bolts – Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0047 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 the replacement of certain Decomatic Titanium bolts that were improperly heat treated during manufacturing, potentially compromising structural integrity. The directive applies to specific serial numbers of these aircraft models, including variants known as Falcon 8X, F900LX, F2000LXS, and F2000S.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Dassault Falcon 2000
  • Dassault Falcon 7X
  • Dassault Falcon 900EX
  • Dassault Falcon 2000EX
  • Dassault Falcon 8X
  • Dassault Falcon F900LX
  • Dassault Falcon F2000LXS
  • Dassault Falcon F2000S

EASA AD 2021-0046

Feb 12, 2021

Main Rotor – Hub Scissors / Attachment Bolts – Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0046 is an airworthiness directive issued for Airbus Helicopters EC 120 B helicopters affecting the main rotor hub scissors attachment bolts, part number C623A21101. It mandates inspections and marking of these bolts to detect corrosion and rotation issues that could lead to bolt detachment and loss of helicopter control.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Airbus Helicopters EC 120 B

EASA AD 2017-0252R1

Feb 12, 2021

Wings — Lower Fixed Trailing Edge Flap Shroud Panels — Inspection

The document titled 'Wings — Lower Fixed Trailing Edge Flap Shroud Panels — Inspection' is an informational Airworthiness Directive record created by EASA regarding the Airbus A400M aircraft. Since there are currently no Airbus A400M aeroplanes in civil service, no public AD document exists. The document serves as a recommendation for military airworthiness authorities to issue their own applicable ADs for this aircraft type.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus Military A400M
  • Airbus A400M

EASA AD 2018-0289R1

Feb 10, 2021

Fuselage – Service Door Stop Fitting Hole – Inspection / Repair

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0289R1 is an amendment addressing inspection and repair requirements for door stop fitting holes at fuselage frames 16 and 20 on Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aircraft. It mandates repetitive rototest inspections and corrective actions to detect and fix cracks that could compromise structural integrity. The directive also provides an optional terminating modification to extend inspection intervals and ensure continued airworthiness.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Airbus A318
  • Airbus A319
  • Airbus A320
  • Airbus A321

EASA AD US-2020-26-16

Feb 9, 2021

NOT ADOPTED - EASA DECISION ATTACHED

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Final Rule titled Airworthiness Directive 2020-26-16 addresses certain Piper Aircraft, Inc. models including PA-28-151, PA-28-161, PA-28-181, PA-28-235, PA-28R-180, PA-28R-200, PA-28R-201, PA-28R-201T, PA-28RT-201, PA-28RT-201T, PA-32-260, PA-32-300, PA-32R-300, PA-32RT-300, and PA-32RT-300T airplanes. This directive responds to a safety concern involving wing separation caused by fatigue cracking in the lower main wing spar cap. It mandates inspections and potential replacement of affected wing spars to ensure continued airworthiness.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Piper Aircraft PA-28 (Archer)
  • Piper Aircraft PA-28 (Cadet)
  • Piper Aircraft PA-28 (Cherokee)
  • Piper Aircraft PA-28 (Warrior)
  • Piper Aircraft PA-28R (Arrow)
  • Piper Aircraft PA-32 (Cherokee Six)
  • Piper Aircraft PA-32R (Lance)
  • Piper PA-28-151
  • Piper PA-28-161
  • Piper PA-28-181
  • Piper PA-28-235
  • Piper PA-28R-180
  • Piper PA-28R-200
  • Piper PA-28R-201
  • Piper PA-28R-201T
  • Piper PA-28RT-201
  • Piper PA-28RT-201T
  • Piper PA-32-260
  • Piper PA-32-300
  • Piper PA-32R-300
  • Piper PA-32RT-300
  • Piper PA-32RT-300T

EASA SIB BEA-2021-01R01

Feb 8, 2021

Embraer S.A. EMB-500 aeroplanes - Hydraulic Powerpack Failures

The Embraer S.A. EMB-500 aeroplanes - Hydraulic Powerpack Failures Special Airworthiness Bulletin (BEA Nº 2021-01R01) alerts operators of Embraer EMB-500 aircraft equipped with PW617F-E or PW617F1-E engines and specific avionics systems about hydraulic powerpack failures. It covers models Phenom 100E and Phenom 100EV, including those modified by Embraer Service Bulletin SB500-00-0009. The bulletin provides information on the hydraulic system changes and associated failure reports without imposing mandatory requirements.

Safety Information Bulletin

EASA SIB AIR-21-03

Feb 4, 2021

Robinson R44 Helicopters - Electrical Power System - Ameri-King Radio Frequency Interference Direct Current Line Filter Smoke/Fire

The Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin SAIB: AIR-21-03 is an FAA informational bulletin regarding Robinson R44 and R44 II helicopters equipped with Automatic Direction Finding (ADF) equipment and police-version helicopters. It addresses the potential risk of smoke and fire caused by the Ameri-King Radio Frequency Interference (RFI) Direct Current (DC) Line Filter, part number AK-950-FTR, installed in these helicopters. The bulletin informs operators about this issue without mandating regulatory action.

Safety Information Bulletin

EASA AD 2021-0043-E

Feb 2, 2021

Air Conditioning — Cabin Heater and Carburettor Heater Ducts — Operational Restriction / Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0043-E is an emergency directive addressing the incorrect installation of cabin heater and carburettor heater ducts on CEAPR DR400/100 and DR400/120 aeroplanes, specifically serial numbers 2212 to 2746 equipped with a 4 in 1 exhaust (Standard 01). The directive mandates operational restrictions and inspections to prevent potential carbon monoxide intoxication risks. It applies to aircraft manufactured by Centre Est Aéronautique, Avions Pierre Robin, CAB, APEX Industries, and Robin Aircraft.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Ceapr DR 400
  • CEAPR DR400/100
  • CEAPR DR400/120

EASA AD US-2020-26-14

Feb 2, 2021

Propeller Pitch Control Lever / Linkage - Inspection / Modification

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2020-26-14 supersedes AD 75-16-20 and applies to all Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. Models MU-2B series airplanes. It addresses the propeller pitch control (PPC) lever linkage, requiring modifications and repetitive inspections to prevent disconnection at the engine. This directive aims to ensure continued safe control of propeller pitch and engine power settings.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Mitsubishi Heavy Industries MU-2B (USA production)
  • Mitsubishi MU-2B