EASA Regulations &amp; Airworthiness Directives

Engine - Aircraft Flight Manual — Operating Limitations

The Airworthiness Directive CF-2020-41 titled 'Engine - Aircraft Flight Manual — Operating Limitations' applies to Airbus Canada Limited Partnership BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11 aeroplanes equipped with Pratt & Whitney PW1521G, PW1524G, PW1521G-3, or PW1524G-3 engines. This directive addresses engine in-flight shutdowns by updating operating limitations in the Aircraft Flight Manual for operations above 29,000 feet and requires inspections following engine N1 speed exceedances. It mandates incorporation of an updated AFM supplement and inspections of the low-pressure compressor rotor when necessary.

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

EASA AD US-2020-18-09

Engine Fuel and Control - Overspeed Fuel Solenoid Valve Assembly & Fuel Filter Outlet - Inspection

The Federal Aviation Administration Airworthiness Directive 2020-18-09 is a final rule addressing all Honeywell International Inc. ALF502L, ALF502L-2, ALF502L-2A, ALF502L-2C, ALF502L-3, ALF502R-3, ALF502R-3A, ALF502R-4, ALF502R-5, ALF502R-6, LF507-1F, and LF507-1H model turbofan engines. It mandates inspections and maintenance of the overspeed fuel solenoid valve assembly and fuel filter outlet to prevent unsafe conditions caused by uncontained release of low-pressure turbine blades. This directive applies to engines installed on various aircraft using these Honeywell turbofan models.

Honeywell International ALF502
Honeywell International LF507

EASA AD US-2020-20-09

Flight Controls - Flight Control Electronics Common Block Point 5 Software - Installation

Airworthiness Directive 2020-20-09 is a final rule issued by the Federal Aviation Administration addressing certain Boeing 787-8 and 787-9 airplanes. It requires the installation of flight control electronics common block point 5 (CBP5) software to correct deficiencies in the flight control module software, including issues with unannunciated dual symmetric inboard slat skew and erroneous airspeed data. This directive supersedes previous ADs 2015-14-07, 2016-07-10, and 2016-24-09.

Boeing 78789

EASA AD CF-2020-38

Fuel — Engine and Auxiliary Power Unit Electrical Fuel Pump Cartridge / Canister Fuel Leakage

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2020-38 addresses fuel leakage issues in the engine and auxiliary power unit electrical fuel pump cartridge/canister on Bombardier Inc. CL-600-2B16 aircraft, specifically serial numbers 5301 through 5665, 5701 through 5990, and 6050 through 6163. The directive mandates modifications to the fuel boost pump canister/cartridge conduit connections to eliminate fuel leaks. This replaces previous requirements for periodic fuel leak inspections.

Bombardier CL-600 (Challenger)
Bombardier CL-600-2B16

EASA AD 2020-0229

Fuel — Fuel Transfer Ejector — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0229 is an official safety directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency concerning Pilatus Aircraft Ltd PC-12/47E aeroplanes. It addresses a fuel system issue related to fuel transfer ejectors with incorrect nozzle diameters installed on certain PC-12/47E aircraft. The directive mandates replacement of these affected fuel transfer ejectors to ensure compliance with approved design data and maintain fuel system safety.

Pilatus Aircraft PC-12
Pilatus PC-12/47E

EASA AD CF-2020-42

Fuselage — Application of Additional Protection on Waste Box to Inhibit Future Corrosion Development

Airworthiness Directive CF-2020-42 is issued by Transport Canada and applies to Airbus Canada Limited Partnership aeroplanes, specifically models BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11. The directive addresses corrosion issues on the waste box, waste access doubler, and waste service door 146BR located at the rear fuselage. It mandates the application of additional protective coatings to inhibit future corrosion development on these parts.

Safety Information Bulletin

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

EASA SIB CASA-2020-10

Oct 19, 2020

Bombardier Inc. CL-600-2B19 Aeroplanes - Horizontal Stabilizer Fitting - Loose Bolts

Transport Canada Civil Aviation Safety Alert CASA 2020-10 addresses the issue of loose mounting bolts on the horizontal stabilizer forward steady fitting of Bombardier Inc. CL-600-2B19 aeroplanes, including Canadian Regional Jet (CRJ) 100/200/440 series and Challenger CL850 series. The alert highlights the risk of undetected loose bolts during scheduled maintenance inspections, which can lead to structural concerns and reduced flutter damping system effectiveness.

EASA AD CF-2020-40

Oct 19, 2020

Fuselage — Understrength Floor Attachment Structure beneath Galley 2 at Fuselage Station 389.90

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2020-40 addresses a structural deficiency in the fuselage floor attachment beneath Galley 2 at fuselage station 389.90 on MHI RJ Aviation ULC model CL-600-2D15 and CL-600-2D24 aircraft. The directive mandates a modification to strengthen the floor structure to meet certification requirements. This applies specifically to certain serial numbers of these regional jet models.

MHI RJ Aviation CL-600 (Regional Jet)
MHI RJ Aviation ULC CL-600-2D15
MHI RJ Aviation ULC CL-600-2D24

EASA AD CF-2016-32R4

Oct 16, 2020

Fuel — Engine and Auxiliary Power Unit Electrical Fuel Pump Cartridge / Canister Fuel Leakage

The Airworthiness Directive CF-2016-32R4 addresses fuel leakage issues from the electrical connectors and conduits of the engine and Auxiliary Power Unit (APU) electrical fuel pump cartridge/canister on Bombardier Inc. model CL-600-2B16 aircraft, serial numbers 5301 through 6163. This directive mandates inspections and corrective actions to detect and rectify fuel leaks to mitigate potential fire hazards. It applies specifically to various serial number groups of the CL-600-2B16 and references Bombardier Service Bulletins for compliance.

Bombardier CL-600 (Challenger)
Bombardier CL-600-2B16

EASA AD 2020-0225

Oct 16, 2020

Nacelles / Pylons — Pylon Box Zone D Sealing — Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0225 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes equipped with Rolls-Royce RB211 Trent 900 engines, except those with certain Airbus production modifications. The directive addresses sealing issues in the pylon box zone D to prevent potential fuel leakage. It mandates a modification to improve sealing performance on the pylon box to enhance safety.

Airbus A380

EASA AD US-2020-18-16

Oct 16, 2020

NOT ADOPTED - EASA DECISION ATTACHED

The document titled 'NOT ADOPTED - EASA DECISION ATTACHED' is a final rule airworthiness directive issued by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) addressing certain Boeing Company Model 767-200, -300, -300F, and -400ER series airplanes. It mandates modifications to the fuel quantity indicating system (FQIS) to prevent ignition sources inside the center fuel tank caused by electrical faults. Optional actions are also provided for cargo-configured airplanes.

Boeing 767200300300F400ER

EASA AD CF-2020-39

Oct 15, 2020

Nacelles/Pylons — Main Landing Gear Side Brace Fitting to A-frame Joint — Fastener Holes Not Cold-worked

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2020-39 addresses an issue with the nacelles/pylons on De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited DHC-8-400, -401, and -402 aeroplanes, specifically serial numbers 4081 through 4591. The directive focuses on the main landing gear side brace fitting to the A-frame joint where fastener holes were not cold-worked as required. This condition poses a risk of cracking and potential main landing gear collapse.

De Havilland Canada DHC-8
De Havilland DHC-8-400
De Havilland DHC-8-401
De Havilland DHC-8-402

EASA AD US-2020-21-13

Engine - High-Pressure Turbine Rotor Stage 2 Disks and Rotating Compressor Discharge Pressure Seals - Replacement

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2020-21-13 addresses certain General Electric Company GE90-110B1 and GE90-115B turbofan engines. It mandates replacement of specific high-pressure turbine rotor stage 2 disks and rotating compressor discharge pressure seals due to detected melt-related freckles that may reduce their life limits. This directive aims to prevent unsafe conditions that could lead to engine and aircraft damage.

General Electric GE90

EASA AD 2019-0197R1

Fuel — Fuel Level Sensor Support Bracket — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0197R1 is a regulatory document addressing the replacement of fuel level sensor support brackets on Airbus A318, A319, and A320 aeroplanes. It applies to specific models and serial numbers except those with Airbus modification 158133 incorporated. The directive mandates replacing certain fuel level sensor brackets to prevent potential ignition sources in fuel tanks.

Airbus A318
Airbus A319
Airbus A320

EASA AD 2020-0222

Fuselage — Door Frame Drill Starts — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0222 is an airworthiness directive addressing certain Airbus A321-211, A321-231, and A321-232 aeroplanes with specific manufacturer serial numbers. It mandates inspection of left-hand and right-hand side door frames with designated part numbers for potential drill start defects near latch hook mounting holes. The directive aims to ensure structural integrity by requiring a one-time detailed visual inspection and corrective actions if damage is found.

Airbus A321

EASA AD 2020-0223

Landing Gear — Transfer Valve Installation — Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0223 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting all SAAB 2000 aeroplanes. It addresses a safety issue related to the main landing gear hydraulic transfer valve installation. The directive mandates a modification to improve the reliability of the landing gear extension and retraction system.

Saab Ab 2000
SAAB 2000

EASA AD US-2020-19-08

Main Rotor - Main Rotor Hub Tension-torsion Strap Assembly - Life Limit / Removal

Federal Register Volume 85, Number 180 (September 16, 2020) is a final rule airworthiness directive issued by the FAA addressing Bell Textron Inc. Model 204B, 205A-1, and 212 helicopters. It focuses on the main rotor hub tension-torsion strap assembly part number 204-012-112-005 due to corrosion issues. The directive mandates reducing the life limit of this TT strap assembly and prohibits its installation on any helicopter.

Bell Textron Inc. (Bti) 204B
Bell Textron Inc. (Bti) 205
Bell Textron Inc. (Bti) 212
Bell 204B
Bell 205A-1
Bell 212

EASA SIB 2020-18