EASA Regulations & Airworthiness Directives

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EASA AD ISR-I-57-2020-06-01

Feb 1, 2021

Instructions to install a doubler at the attachment location of the wing Rib 0 and the front spar.

Airworthiness Directive AD ISR-I-57-2020-06-01 issued by the State of Israel Civil Aviation Authority mandates modifications for Gulfstream G280 aircraft with serial numbers 2003 through 2033. The directive provides instructions to install a doubler at the attachment location of wing Rib 0 and the front spar to address fatigue cracking issues. This applies to all G280 aircraft certificated in any category.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Gulfstream (Galp) G280
  • Gulfstream G280

EASA AD 2021-0042

Jan 29, 2021

Hot Air Balloons — Burner Assembly and Hanger — Inspection / Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0042 is an airworthiness directive addressing the inspection and modification of burner assemblies and hangers on hot air balloons, specifically those with Stratus double burner hangers Part Number CB8504 and burner assemblies Part Numbers CB8720 and CB8721. It applies to all balloon types and models listed in the referenced TCDS and Specific Airworthiness Specifications, covering multiple manufacturers including Cameron Balloons Ltd and others. The directive mandates inspections and replacements to prevent failures of burner hangers that could lead to unsafe conditions.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Aerostats MA Series Hot Air Balloons
  • Ballons Chaize CS SERIES HOT AIR BALLOONS
  • Ballons Chaize JZ SERIES HOT AIR BALLOONS
  • Ballons Chaize JZX SERIES HOT AIR BALLOONS
  • Ballons Libert Libert Hot Air Balloons
  • Ballonservice & Technik Schoen Hot Air Balloons
  • Cameron Balloons A Type
  • Cameron Balloons A Type Cloudhopper
  • Cameron Balloons B Type
  • Cameron Balloons C Type
  • Cameron Balloons Cameron Special Shape Hot Air Balloons
  • Cameron Balloons Gas Balloons
  • Cameron Balloons Helium-Hot Air Balloons
  • Cameron Balloons Hot Air Balloons
  • Cameron Balloons L Type
  • Cameron Balloons Lindstrand Special Shape Hot Air Balloons
  • Cameron Balloons S Type
  • Cameron Balloons Sky Hot Air Balloons
  • Cameron Balloons X Type
  • Kubicek Factory S.R.O AB 2 Hot Air Balloons
  • Kubicek Factory S.R.O AB 8 Hot Air Balloons
  • Kubicek Factory S.R.O AEROTECHNIK AB Hot Air Balloons
  • Kubicek Factory S.R.O BB Hot Air Balloons
  • Kubicek Factory S.R.O Special Shape Hot Air Balloons
  • Lindstrand Technologies 203T HiFlyer
  • Lindstrand Technologies Series 1
  • Lindstrand Technologies Series 2
  • Lindstrand Technologies Series R
  • Lindstrand Technologies Series Special Shapes
  • Lindstrand Technologies TGB
  • Notheisz Balloons Hungary Kft. TOMI Series
  • Schroeder Fire Balloons fire balloons G
  • Schroeder Fire Balloons fire balloons S - Special Shape Balloons
  • Sup-Air Ballon Egyesulet SUP-AIR Series
  • Ultramagic Hot Air Balloons
  • Ultramagic Special Shape Hot Air Balloons

EASA AD 2021-0041

Jan 28, 2021

Doors – Placards – Installation; Rotorcraft Flight Manual – Section Emergency Procedures – Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0041 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus Helicopters SA 365, AS 365, and EC 155 models equipped with certain emergency flotation systems and specific cabin layouts. The directive addresses safety concerns related to emergency evacuation difficulties caused by impaired cockpit-to-cabin passages in helicopters with VIP interiors and bulkheads. It mandates modifications to improve evacuation by installing external jettisoning systems and placards, along with amendments to the Rotorcraft Flight Manual emergency procedures.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Airbus Helicopters SA
  • Airbus Helicopters AS 365
  • Airbus Helicopters EC 155
  • Airbus Helicopters SA 365

EASA AD US-2020-26-13

Jan 28, 2021

Horizontal Stabilizer - Forward Root Fitting / Strut Fitting - Life Limit / Inspection

The Federal Register Volume 85, Number 248, Final Rule titled "Horizontal Stabilizer - Forward Root Fitting / Strut Fitting - Life Limit / Inspection" is an airworthiness directive issued by the FAA for Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation Model S-92A helicopters. This directive addresses fatigue cracks found in the horizontal stabilizer forward root fittings and establishes life limits and inspection requirements for specific part-numbered forward root fittings and stabilizer strut fittings.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Sikorsky S-92
  • Sikorsky S-92A

EASA AD ISR-I-04-2020-06-02R1

Jan 28, 2021

Temporary Limitations and Inspection Requirements of the Section 05-10-10 Airworthiness Limitations Section - Airplane Maintenance Manual Revision

Airworthiness Directive ISR-I-04-2020-06-02_R1 is issued by the State of Israel Civil Aviation Authority and applies to all Gulfstream Aerospace LP Model G280 aircraft. This directive addresses a revision to the Airworthiness Limitations Section of the G280 Airplane Maintenance Manual, specifically adding a new inspection task related to the Horizontal Stabilizer Trim Actuator. The directive aims to enhance safety by mandating increased inspection frequency due to potential solder cracking in certain Flight Control Electronic Control Units.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Gulfstream (Galp) G280
  • Gulfstream Aerospace LP G280

EASA AD 2021-0040

Jan 27, 2021

Instruments — Wiring — Inspection / Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0040 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Leonardo S.p.A. AW119MKII helicopters, specifically serial numbers 14901 to 14963 with some exceptions. The directive addresses inspection and modification requirements for the instrument panel electrical wiring to prevent smoke and burning smells caused by wiring chafing during flight.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters A109
  • Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters A119
  • Leonardo AW119MKII

EASA SIB 2020-07R2

Jan 27, 2021

Progressive Restart of Aerodrome Operations after Complete or Partial Closure

EASA Safety Information Bulletin No. 2020-07R2 is a guidance document addressing the progressive restart of aerodrome operations following complete or partial closures due to the COVID-19 pandemic. It provides recommendations for aerodrome operators, competent authorities, and air navigation service providers to safely resume operations with reduced traffic and staffing levels. The bulletin does not target specific aircraft or engine types but focuses on overall aerodrome operational safety.

Safety Information Bulletin

EASA AD 2021-0025R1

Jan 26, 2021

Hydraulic Power — Hoses — Replacement

The document titled 'Hydraulic Power — Hoses — Replacement' is an explanatory statement related to the absence of an Airworthiness Directive (AD) for the Airbus A400M aircraft in civil service. It clarifies that no publicly available AD exists because the Airbus A400M is currently not operated in civil aviation. The document serves as an informational record provided by EASA to military authorities and design approval holders, recommending that affected military authorities issue their own ADs.

Other
  • Airbus Military A400M
  • Airbus A400M

EASA AD 2021-0038

Jan 26, 2021

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks – Airworthiness Limitations Section / 04-10 Limitations and 04-20 Inspections – Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0038 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting all Airbus Helicopters EC 175 B models. It mandates compliance with updated airworthiness limitations and maintenance tasks related to specific lead lag damper components and associated parts. The directive ensures continued airworthiness by requiring recalculation of flight hours and torque cycles and adherence to revised maintenance intervals.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Airbus Helicopters EC175
  • Airbus Helicopters EC 175 B

EASA AD 2021-0035

Jan 25, 2021

Exhaust — Thrust Reverser Translating Cowl Pressure Seals — Inspection / Rework

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0035 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency addressing Airbus A330-841 and A330-941 aeroplanes. It mandates inspection and rework of thrust reverser translating cowl pressure seals to ensure their integrity and proper bonding. The directive applies to specific affected thrust reverser parts identified by serial numbers.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A330841941

EASA AD 2021-0033

Jan 25, 2021

Flight Controls — Trimmable Horizontal Stabilizer Actuator Lower Attachment Parts — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0033 is an airworthiness directive addressing the inspection of trimmable horizontal stabilizer actuator (THSA) lower attachment parts on Airbus A330 and A340 aeroplanes. It applies to various Airbus A330 and A340 models across all manufacturer serial numbers. The directive mandates a detailed inspection to verify correct installation of the THSA lower attachment parts to ensure flight control safety.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A330
  • Airbus A340

EASA AD 2021-0036-E

Jan 25, 2021

Oxygen — Crew Oxygen Mask Stowage Boxes — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0036-E is an emergency directive addressing the inspection of crew oxygen mask stowage boxes on Dassault Aviation Falcon 7X aeroplanes, including those modified to Falcon 8X standards. It applies to all serial numbers and focuses on parts with Part Number CSD30-005-X-X. The directive mandates inspection and possible corrective actions to ensure the oxygen supply system's integrity.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Dassault Falcon 7X
  • Dassault Falcon 8X

EASA AD US-2021-01-02

Jan 25, 2021

Propellers - Pitch Control Lever and Assembly - Inspection / Replacement

FAA Airworthiness Directive 2021-01-02 is a final rule addressing M7 Aerospace LLC Models SA26-AT and SA26-T airplanes equipped with TPE331 engines. It mandates inspections and replacement procedures for the propeller pitch control (PPC) lever and assembly to prevent detachment of the power lever linkage from the PPC shaft. This directive aims to enhance flight safety by ensuring proper torque and retention of the PPC assembly.

Airworthiness Directive
  • M7 Aerospace SA26ATT

EASA AD 2018-0234R3

Jan 22, 2021

Exhaust — Thrust Reverser Actuators — Greasing / Master Minimum Equipment List Restriction — Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0234R3 is an amendment addressing thrust reverser actuator (TRA) greasing and Master Minimum Equipment List (MMEL) restrictions for Airbus A350-941 and A350-1041 aeroplanes. It targets specific TRA batches with part numbers 351D9908-657, -659, -661, -689, -691, and -693 due to corrosion issues causing potential jamming. The directive mandates maintenance actions to prevent inadvertent thrust reverser deployment and ensure continued airworthiness.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A3509411041

EASA AD 2021-0027R1

Jan 22, 2021

Rotors Flight Control — Collective Controls / Protective Cover — Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0027R1 is a regulatory document addressing a modification to the collective controls protective cover on Airbus Helicopters AS 355 NP models. It mandates replacement and re-identification of the pilot collective stick protective cover for the "SHEAR" control pushbutton to prevent mechanical deformation that could lead to unintended hoist cable shearing. This directive applies to all serial numbers of AS 355 NP helicopters.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus Helicopters AS 355
  • Airbus Helicopters AS 355 NP

EASA AD 2021-0031

Jan 22, 2021

Tail Rotor Drive — Gearbox Assembly — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0031 is an airworthiness directive addressing the replacement of tail rotor gearbox assemblies on Leonardo S.p.A. A109E helicopters. It applies to all A109E helicopters with serial numbers up to 11160 inclusive and targets specific tail rotor gearbox part numbers that are not approved for installation on these helicopters. The directive mandates replacing affected tail rotor gearbox assemblies with approved serviceable parts to ensure continued airworthiness.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters A109
  • Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters A119
  • Leonardo A109E

EASA AD 2020-0107R1

Jan 22, 2021

Wings — Centre Wing Box Rear and Front Spar Fasteners — Inspection

The document titled Wings — Centre Wing Box Rear and Front Spar Fasteners — Inspection is an informational Airworthiness Directive record related to the Airbus A400M aircraft. It clarifies that no civil Airbus A400M aeroplanes exist, so no public AD document is available. The document serves as a recommendation for military authorities to issue their own applicable ADs for this aircraft type.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus Military A400M
  • Airbus A400M

EASA AD 2021-0029

Jan 22, 2021

Wings — Centre Wing Spar to Rib 1 Attachment — Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0029 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A340-211, A340-212, A340-213, A340-311, A340-312, and A340-313 aeroplanes. It addresses a structural issue involving cracks found in the centre wing spar to rib 1 attachments during fatigue testing. The directive mandates modification of these affected wing areas to maintain structural integrity.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A340211212213311312313