EASA Regulations & Airworthiness Directives

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EASA AD 2020-0256

Nov 17, 2020

Fuselage – Centre Fuselage Frame Assembly – Inspection / Repair

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.

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

EASA AD 2020-0257

Nov 17, 2020

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.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus Helicopters MBB-BK 117
  • Airbus Helicopters MBB-BK117 C-2
  • Airbus Helicopters MBB-BK117 D-2

EASA AD 2020-0255

Nov 13, 2020

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.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A330
  • Airbus A340

EASA AD 2020-0254

Nov 13, 2020

Superseded by CAA UK AD G-2021-0009

SUPERSEDED BY CAA UK AD G-2021-0009 is a regulatory document concerning BAE SYSTEMS (OPERATIONS) LTD aircraft, specifically the AVRO146RJ and BAE146 models.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.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Bae Systems (Operations) AVRO146RJ
  • Bae Systems (Operations) BAE146
  • BAE SYSTEMS AVRO146RJ
  • BAE SYSTEMS BAE146

EASA AD 2020-0253

Nov 12, 2020

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.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg RB211 TRENT 700
  • Airbus A330

EASA AD 2020-0252

Nov 12, 2020

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.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Pilatus Aircraft PC-24
  • Pilatus PC-24

EASA AD US-2020-21-02

Nov 12, 2020

KIDDE AEROSPACE & DEFENSE - Cargo Fire Extinguisher Halon Bottles - Inspection / Replacement

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2020-21-02 addresses Kidde Aerospace & Defense cargo fire extinguisher halon bottles installed on various transport category airplanes, including Boeing models. This directive responds to reports of low charge pressure in certain halon bottles used in cargo compartments, which could compromise fire suppression effectiveness.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Boeing

EASA AD US-2020-22-18

Nov 11, 2020

Engine - Propeller Gearbox Shaft and Carrier Assembly - Usage Hours Assignment / Replacement

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2020-22-18 addresses all Rolls-Royce Corporation AE 2100A, AE 2100D2, AE 2100D2A, and AE 2100P turboprop engines. This directive responds to a fatigue crack issue found in the propeller gearbox shaft and carrier assembly that caused high vibration during manufacturer testing. It mandates usage hour assignment and replacement of these assemblies before exceeding newly established life limits to ensure continued airworthiness.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Rolls-Royce Corporation (Usa) AE 2100

EASA AD 2020-0251

Nov 11, 2020

Fuselage — Central Fuselage Frames 21, 23 and 24 / Wing Fitting Attachments — Inspections; Time Limits / Maintenance Checks — Airworthiness Limitations List — Amendment

The document titled 'Fuselage — Central Fuselage Frames 21, 23 and 24 / Wing Fitting Attachments — Inspections; Time Limits / Maintenance Checks — Airworthiness Limitations List — Amendment' is an airworthiness directive concerning the AIRBUS DEFENCE & SPACE S.A. CN-235 aircraft. It addresses inspection requirements and time limits for central fuselage frames and wing fitting attachments, as well as updates to the maintenance checks listed in the Airworthiness Limitations List. The amendment aims to ensure continued structural integrity and airworthiness of the affected aircraft components.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus Defence & Space CN-235

EASA AD US-2020-22-07

Nov 11, 2020

Nacelle / Pylons - Excessive Pylon Pitch Vibrations - Rotorcraft Flight Manual - Revision

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2020-22-07 is a final rule affecting all Bell Textron Inc. Model 412, 412CF, and 412EP helicopters. This directive addresses an unsafe condition related to excessive pylon pitch vibrations that have caused cracked main gearbox support cases. The AD mandates revisions to the Rotorcraft Flight Manual to include cautions for pilots regarding vibration events during specific flight conditions.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Bell Textron Inc. (Bti) 412
  • Bell Textron Inc. 412
  • Bell Textron Inc. 412CF
  • Bell Textron Inc. 412EP

EASA AD 2020-0250

Nov 11, 2020

Powerplant — Engine Mount Shackle — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0250 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A319, A320, and A321 aeroplanes with specific forward engine mount shackle assemblies. It addresses potential premature wear and failure of the forward engine mount shackles, which could lead to engine detachment in flight. The directive applies to certain part numbers of engine mount shackles and requires replacement with serviceable parts.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A319
  • Airbus A320
  • Airbus A321

EASA AD 2020-0224R1

Nov 11, 2020

Tail Rotor — Tail Rotor Blades — Inspection / Replacement / Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0224R1 is a regulatory document addressing inspection, replacement, and modification requirements for tail rotor blades on Airbus Helicopters AS 350 and AS 355 models. It targets specific pre-modification 075580 tail rotor blades identified by certain part numbers due to risks of debonding of leading edge protection shields. The directive mandates inspections and replacement to ensure continued airworthiness and safe operation of affected helicopters.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus Helicopters AS 350
  • Airbus Helicopters EC 130
  • Airbus Helicopters AS 355

EASA AD US-2020-18-01

Nov 10, 2020

Fuselage - Forward Cabin Doorposts at the Strut Attach Fitting - Repetitive Inspections

Fuselage - Forward Cabin Doorposts at the Strut Attach Fitting - Repetitive Inspections is a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airworthiness Directive (AD 2020-18-01) that applies to multiple Textron Aviation Inc. airplane models including various Cessna 172, 182, 206, 207, and 210 series aircraft. This AD mandates repetitive inspections of the lower area of the forward cabin doorposts at the strut attach fitting to detect cracks and requires repairs if cracks are found. The directive addresses a critical structural safety concern related to potential wing strut attach point failure.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Textron Aviation 172 (Skyhawk)
  • Textron Aviation 172RG
  • Textron Aviation 182 (Skylane)
  • Textron Aviation 206
  • Textron Aviation U206 (Super Skywagon)
  • Textron Aviation 207 (Skywagon)
  • Textron Aviation 210 (Centurion)
  • Textron Aviation F172
  • Textron Aviation F182
  • Textron Aviation FR172 (Reims Rocket)
  • Textron Aviation P206
  • Textron Aviation TP206 (Super Skylane)
  • Textron Aviation R172 (Hawk XP)
  • Textron Aviation Cessna 172
  • Textron Aviation Cessna 182
  • Textron Aviation Cessna 206
  • Textron Aviation Cessna 207
  • Textron Aviation Cessna 210

EASA AD US-2020-23-04

Nov 10, 2020

Superseded by FAA AD 2024-05-04

FAA Airworthiness Directive 2020-23-04 is a final rule addressing certain Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation Model GVII-G500 and GVII-G600 airplanes. It requires revisions to the airplane flight manual and airplane maintenance manual to include new warnings and updated maintenance procedures related to the fuel boost pump. This directive aims to mitigate the risk of fuel tank fire or explosion due to misassembled fuel boost pump impellers.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation GVII
  • Gulfstream GVII-G500
  • Gulfstream GVII-G600

EASA AD 2020-0246

Nov 10, 2020

Wiring Harness — Lateral Control Rod Wiring — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0246 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus Helicopters Deutschland GmbH MBB-BK117 D-2 helicopters, specifically all serial numbers up to 20334 inclusive except for a few listed exceptions. The directive mandates inspection of the wiring harness near the lateral control rod to detect chafing and clearance issues. It also requires updating the Aircraft Maintenance Programme to include ongoing inspection tasks.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus Helicopters MBB-BK 117
  • Airbus Helicopters MBB-BK117 D-2

EASA AD 2020-0245

Nov 9, 2020

Flight Controls — Slat Geared Rotary Actuators — Repair / Replacement

Flight Controls — Slat Geared Rotary Actuators — Repair / Replacement is a regulatory document applicable to the Airbus A330 aircraft. It addresses maintenance procedures specifically related to the repair and replacement of slat geared rotary actuators used in the flight control systems of these aircraft. The document provides guidance to ensure continued airworthiness and safe operation of the affected components.

Other
  • Airbus A330

EASA AD 2020-0240

Nov 5, 2020

Engine — Intermediate Pressure Compressor Blade Kits — Introduction

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0240 addresses safety concerns related to Rolls-Royce Deutschland Trent 1000 series engines installed on Boeing 787 aircraft. It focuses on the introduction of new intermediate pressure compressor blade kits and mandates repetitive inspections of specific IPC Rotor 1 and Rotor 2 blades to detect cracks. The directive applies to multiple Trent 1000 engine variants except those modified per Rolls-Royce Service Bulletin TRENT 1000 72-J941.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg TRENT 1000
  • Boeing 787

EASA AD 2020-0241

Nov 5, 2020

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks – Time Limits Manual / Maintenance Programme – Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0241 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Rolls-Royce Deutschland Trent 1000 series engines, including models Trent 1000U0-A2 through Trent 1000-L2. This directive mandates compliance with updated maintenance tasks and life limits as specified in the Rolls-Royce Trent 1000 Time Limits Manual Revision 20 dated 01 August 2020. It ensures continued airworthiness by requiring operators to follow revised maintenance programs and replacement schedules for critical engine parts.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg TRENT 1000

EASA AD 2020-0244

Nov 5, 2020

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks – Time Limits Manual / Maintenance Programme – Amendment

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 2020-0243

Nov 5, 2020

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks – Time Limits Manual / Maintenance Programme – Amendment

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