EASA Regulations & Airworthiness Directives

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EASA AD 2020-0243

Nov 5, 2020

Superseded by EASA AD 2022-0247

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0243 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Rolls-Royce Trent 1000 series engines, including models AE3, CE3, D3, G3, H3, J3, K3, L3, M3, N3, P3, Q3, and R3. This directive mandates compliance with updated maintenance tasks and life limits as specified in the Rolls-Royce Trent 1000 Time Limits Manual Revision 16 dated 01 August 2020. It ensures continued airworthiness by requiring operators to follow the revised maintenance program and replace critical components before exceeding new life limits.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded

Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg TRENT 1000

EASA AD 2020-0244

Nov 5, 2020

Superseded by EASA AD 2022-0248

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0244 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Rolls-Royce Deutschland Trent 7000-72 and Trent 7000-72C engines. It mandates compliance with updated maintenance tasks and life limits as specified in the Rolls-Royce Trent 7000 Time Limits Manual Revision 7 dated 10 July 2020. This directive ensures continued airworthiness by requiring operators to follow the revised maintenance program and replace critical parts within updated life limits.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded

Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg TRENT 7000

EASA AD 2020-0242

Nov 5, 2020

Superseded by EASA AD 2022-0259

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0242 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Rolls-Royce Trent 1000 series engines, including models Trent 1000-A, -AE, -C, -CE, -D, -E, -G, and -H. The directive mandates compliance with updated maintenance tasks and life limits as specified in the Rolls-Royce Trent 1000 Time Limits Manual Revision 23 dated 01 August 2020. It ensures continued airworthiness by requiring operators to follow revised maintenance instructions and replacement schedules for critical engine components.

Airworthiness Directive

Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg TRENT 1000

EASA AD 2020-0238

Nov 4, 2020

Airplane Flight Manual — Section Abnormal Procedures — Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0238 is an amendment to the Airplane Flight Manual (AFM) Section on Abnormal Procedures for Fokker F28 Mark 0070 and Mark 0100 aeroplanes. It addresses a safety issue related to the cabin pressurization control fault procedure following an incident where a passenger door opened under residual cabin pressure after landing. This directive mandates updates to the AFM to improve the procedure and prevent similar occurrences.

Airworthiness Directive

Fokker F28
Fokker F28 Mark 0070
Fokker F28 Mark 0100

EASA SIB AIR-20-15

Nov 4, 2020

Boeing 787 Airplanes - Navigation Localizer System

The Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin SAIB: AIR-20-15 is an FAA informational bulletin addressing a potential issue with the autopilot flight director system (AFDS) on Boeing 787-8, -9, and -10 airplanes. It warns that the AFDS may fail to properly capture the localizer during ILS approaches when intercepting at large angles, potentially leading to incorrect heading alignment. This bulletin provides background on the issue and references Boeing's Flight Crew Operations Manual Bulletin TBC-106 for guidance.

Safety Information Bulletin

EASA AD 2020-0100R1

Nov 4, 2020

Equipment / Furnishings — Cargo Compartment Lining Panels — Repair / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0100R1 is an amendment addressing repair and replacement of cargo compartment lining panels made of honeycomb core material on Airbus A330, A340, A350, and A380 aeroplanes. It targets panels repaired with 'Speedpatch AF800 series' patches on both sides, which do not meet flame penetration standards, posing a fire risk. The directive applies to all manufacturer serial numbers of the affected Airbus models.

Airworthiness Directive

Airbus A330
Airbus A340
Airbus A350
Airbus A380

EASA AD 2020-0239

Nov 4, 2020

Stabilizers — Inboard and Outboard Elevator Hinges / Actuator Fittings — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0239 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes. It mandates inspections of the inboard and outboard elevator hinges and actuator fittings to detect bushing migration and other structural issues that could compromise elevator connection integrity. The directive provides detailed inspection instructions and corrective actions to maintain continued airworthiness of these aircraft.

Airworthiness Directive

Airbus A380

EASA AD US-2020-22-02

Oct 30, 2020

Engine Fuel and Control - Hydromechanical Unit - Removal / Replacement

Federal Aviation Administration Airworthiness Directive 2020-22-02 is a final rule addressing all General Electric Company CF6-80C2 and CF6-80E1 model turbofan engines equipped with a specific hydromechanical unit (HMU). The directive mandates the removal and replacement of the HMU due to fuel coking in the HMU fuel metering valve electro-hydraulic servo valves, which has caused tailpipe fires. This AD aims to ensure continued airworthiness and safety of affected engines.

Airworthiness Directive

General Electric CF6-80C
General Electric CF6-80E1

EASA AD 2015-0218R1

Oct 28, 2020

Fuselage — Cabin / Cargo Compartment Parts — Inspection / Replacement [Wrong Material]

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2015-0218R1 is an updated safety directive addressing certain Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aeroplanes. It mandates inspection and potential replacement of specific cabin and cargo compartment parts made from incorrect aluminium alloy material. The directive aims to ensure structural integrity by identifying and correcting the use of wrong materials in these aircraft components.

Airworthiness Directive

Airbus A318
Airbus A319
Airbus A320
Airbus A321

EASA AD 2020-0237

Oct 28, 2020

Lights — Emergency Light Power Units — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0237 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting all models and serial numbers of BAe 146 and AVRO 146-RJ aeroplanes. It addresses the replacement of Honeywell emergency light power units with part number 60-3550-1, which have shown signs of heat damage on their printed circuit boards. The directive mandates inspection and replacement of these affected emergency light power units to ensure continued airworthiness and safety.

Airworthiness Directive

Bae Systems (Operations) AVRO146RJ
Bae Systems (Operations) BAE146
BAe 146
AVRO 146-RJ

EASA SIB 2018-10R1

Oct 28, 2020

Super Absorbent Polymers Contamination of Jet Fuel

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2018-10R1 is an updated advisory addressing the contamination of jet fuel by Super Absorbent Polymers (SAP), which can cause engine power fluctuations and operational issues. This bulletin applies to all aircraft operators, aerodrome operators, CAMOs, and AMOs and highlights the risks associated with SAP migration from filter monitors into aircraft fuel systems. While no specific aircraft or engine models are named, the bulletin emphasizes the potential flight safety concerns recognized by aircraft and engine type certificate holders.

Safety Information Bulletin

EASA AD 2020-0235

Oct 27, 2020

Equipment / Furnishings — Seat Belt Restraint System — Inspection / Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0235 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Sonaca Aircraft S.A. S2 aeroplanes, specifically models S200 and S201. It addresses the seat belt restraint system, focusing on the inspection and modification of seat belt assemblies with part numbers A-RF-ASE-001-L and A-RF-ASE-001-R. The directive mandates inspections and modifications to ensure the presence of thimbles in the seat belt upper restraint system to prevent cable wear and potential failure.

Airworthiness Directive

Sonaca Aircraft S2
Sonaca Aircraft S.A. S2 S200
Sonaca Aircraft S.A. S2 S201

EASA AD 2020-0233

Oct 27, 2020

Flight Controls — Airbrake End Stops / Bushings — Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0233 addresses inspection and replacement requirements for airbrake end stops and bushings on Schempp-Hirth Duo Discus sailplanes, including Duo Discus (powered), Duo Discus C, and Duo Discus T models. The directive targets specific serial numbers and mandates actions to prevent airbrake malfunction due to age-related damage. It applies to plastic bushings of 22 mm and single metal end stops used in these aircraft.

Airworthiness Directive

Schempp Hirth Flugzeugbau Duo Discus Sailplanes
Schempp Hirth Flugzeugbau Duo Discus T
Schempp-Hirth Duo Discus
Schempp-Hirth Duo Discus (powered)
Schempp-Hirth Duo Discus C
Schempp-Hirth Duo Discus T

EASA AD 2020-0234

Oct 27, 2020

Fuselage — Forward Lower Deck Cargo Compartment / Fire Extinguishing Bottle Support Brackets and Strut Assembly — Modification / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0234 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A330-223F and A330-243F freighter aircraft with specific manufacturer serial numbers. The directive addresses the forward lower deck cargo compartment fire extinguishing bottle support brackets and strut assembly. It mandates modifications to reinforce these components to ensure continued safe operation.

Airworthiness Directive

Airbus A330223F243F

EASA AD CF-2020-44

Oct 27, 2020

Fuselage — Fuselage Station 559 Circumferential Joint — Interface Metal Chips from Improper Hole Deburring

The Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2020-44 addresses the presence of metal chips caused by improper hole deburring at the fuselage station 559 circumferential joint on certain Bombardier aircraft models. This directive applies to Bombardier CL-600-1A11, CL-600-2A12, and various CL-600-2B16 series aircraft within specified serial number ranges. It mandates inspections to detect and prevent potential structural fatigue due to metallic debris at the joint.

Airworthiness Directive

Bombardier CL-600 (Challenger)
Bombardier CL-600-1A11
Bombardier CL-600-2A12
Bombardier CL-600-2B16

EASA AD US-2020-18-02

Oct 26, 2020

NOT ADOPTED - EASA DECISION ATTACHED

The document titled NOT ADOPTED - EASA DECISION ATTACHED is an EASA decision regarding the FAA Airworthiness Directive 2020-18-02. This FAA AD applies to certain Boeing 747-400, 747-400D, and 747-400F series aircraft and mandates modifications to the fuel quantity indicating system to prevent ignition sources inside the center fuel tank. EASA has decided not to adopt this FAA AD due to insufficient data to justify the required corrective actions.

Agency Decision

Boeing 747400400D400F

EASA AD 2020-0232

Oct 26, 2020

Superseded by EASA AD 2022-0106

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0232 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes. It mandates compliance with updated Damage Tolerant Airworthiness Limitation Items as specified in Airbus A380 Airworthiness Limitations Section Part 2 Revision 09. The directive ensures continued airworthiness by requiring operators to follow new and more restrictive maintenance tasks.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded

Airbus A380

EASA AD 2020-0231

Oct 23, 2020

Engine — High Pressure Turbine Discs and Seal Discs — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive record concerning Engine — High Pressure Turbine Discs and Seal Discs — Inspection provides information related to the Europrop International GmbH TP400-D6 engine. This document clarifies that no publicly available AD exists because TP400-D6 engines are not currently in civil service. The directive serves as a recommendation for military authorities responsible for affected aircraft with TP400-D6 engines to issue their own airworthiness directives.

Airworthiness Directive

Epi Europrop International Gmbh TP400-D6

EASA AD CF-2019-31R1

Oct 23, 2020

Ice and Rain Protection — Insufficient Engine Core Ventilation Resulting in Higher Engine Core Temperatures

Airworthiness Directive CF-2019-31R1 addresses insufficient engine core ventilation leading to higher engine core temperatures on Airbus Canada Limited Partnership model BD-500-1A11 aircraft. This directive updates previous requirements to prevent nuisance Engine Fire Warning messages that could cause unnecessary engine shutdowns. It applies specifically to certain serial-numbered BD-500-1A11 aeroplanes.

Airworthiness Directive

Airbus BD-500 (A220 Series)
Airbus Canada BD-500-1A11

EASA AD CF-2020-37

Oct 22, 2020

Fuel — Refuel Defuel Tube — Mislocated Bracket Assembly

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2020-37 addresses a fuel system issue on Bombardier Inc. model BD-700-1A10 aeroplanes, serial numbers 9657 through 9844. The directive mandates inspection and correction of a mislocated bracket assembly on the refuel defuel tube to prevent fuel leakage and potential ignition hazards. This directive ensures continued airworthiness and safety of the affected aircraft.

Airworthiness Directive

Bombardier BD-7001A10