EASA Regulations & Airworthiness Directives

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EASA AD 2020-0040R1

Fuselage — Overwing Emergency Exit Cut-Outs in Section 15 — Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0040R1 is a regulatory update addressing structural cracks found on overwing emergency exit door cut-outs in fuselage section 15 of Airbus A319 and A320 aeroplanes. This directive applies to various A319 and A320 models except those with specific Airbus modifications or service bulletins already embodied. It mandates inspections, repairs, and modifications to ensure continued structural integrity and compliance with extended service goals.

Jun 16, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A319Airbus A320

EASA AD 2020-0111R2

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2024-0009

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0111R2 is an updated safety directive affecting all certified Airbus A300-600 aeroplanes. It mandates repetitive special detailed inspections of specific structural areas including the outer wing bottom skin and fuselage internal structure to detect cracks that could compromise structural integrity. The directive ensures continued airworthiness by requiring compliance with Airbus Airworthiness Limitations Section tasks.

Jun 16, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A300-600

EASA AD US-2020-12-06

SUPERSEDED BY FAA AD 2022-02-15

FAA Airworthiness Directive 2020-12-06 is a final rule affecting all Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation Model G-IV airplanes. It addresses reports of un-commanded nose wheel steering turns caused by moisture entering the nose wheel steering servo valve, which can freeze and cause unintended steering during landing. This directive mandates replacement of the nose wheel steering servo valve manifold and revisions to the airplane flight manual to mitigate this unsafe condition.

Jun 16, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtGulfstream Aerospace Corporation GIVGulfstream G-IV

EASA AD 2020-0135

Engine — High Pressure Turbine Rotor Stage 2 Disc — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0135 is an airworthiness directive addressing the inspection and replacement of high pressure turbine rotor stage 2 discs on CFM International LEAP-1A engines. This directive applies to various LEAP-1A engine models installed on Airbus A319, A320, and A321 aircraft. It mandates inspection and replacement of specific affected turbine discs to ensure continued airworthiness.

Jun 15, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtCFM International LEAP-1ACFM International LEAP-1CAirbus A319Airbus A320Airbus A321

EASA AD 2020-0134

Equipment / Furnishings — Electric Hoist Installation — Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0134 is an airworthiness directive issued for Airbus Helicopters EC 175 B models equipped with specific single or dual electric hoist and cargo hook part numbers. The directive addresses a safety issue related to the hoist/cargo hook load release button potentially causing inadvertent activation of the cable cut function. This AD mandates modifications to the wiring and replacement of certain control units to ensure safe operation.

Jun 15, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters EC175Airbus Helicopters EC 175 B

EASA AD US-2020-03-50

[Final Rule] Communications - Headset Amplifier and Microphone Interface Circuit Card Assemblies - Removal

The Final Rule titled 'Communications - Headset Amplifier and Microphone Interface Circuit Card Assemblies - Removal' is an FAA Airworthiness Directive (AD 2020-03-50) affecting Cirrus Design Corporation Model SF-50 airplanes, serial numbers 0005 through 0176 and 0178. This AD addresses a safety issue related to the headset amplifier and microphone interface circuit card assemblies used with the 3.5 mm audio and microphone jacks. It mandates their removal to prevent electrical shorts that could cause an uncontained cabin fire.

Jun 15, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtCirrus Design Corporation SF50Cirrus Design SF-50

EASA AD US-2020-11-11

Fuel - Center Wing Tank Fuel Quantity Indicating System - Check / AFM Revision

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2020-11-11 addresses certain Boeing 777 airplanes. It mandates repetitive checks of the center wing tank fuel quantity indicating system (FQIS) and requires revisions to the airplane flight manual (AFM) to improve flight crew awareness and verification procedures. This directive aims to correct discrepancies between the FQIS fuel quantity and the refueling truck's uploaded fuel amount that have led to unsafe fuel quantity readings.

Jun 15, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtFlight OpsBoeing 777

EASA AD US-2020-11-07

Main Rotor System - Hub Lead-lag Bolts - Removal

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2020-11-07 addresses MD Helicopters Inc. models 369D, 369E, 369FF, 369H, 369HE, 369HM, 369HS, 500N, and 600N. It mandates the removal from service of certain main rotor hub lead-lag bolts, part number 369D21220, that have non-conforming serial numbers due to unauthorized cadmium plating repairs. This directive aims to ensure continued airworthiness and safety of these helicopter models.

Jun 12, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtMd Helicopters Inc (Mdhi) 369Md Helicopters Inc (Mdhi) 500NMd Helicopters Inc (Mdhi) 600NMD Helicopters 369DMD Helicopters 369EMD Helicopters 369FFMD Helicopters 369HMD Helicopters 369HEMD Helicopters 369HMMD Helicopters 369HSMD Helicopters 500NMD Helicopters 600N

EASA AD 2020-0133

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2021-0049

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0133 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aeroplanes. It addresses the issue of air leakage through certain cargo door seals that could reduce the effectiveness of the cargo compartment fire extinguishing system. The directive applies to specific part numbers of forward, aft, and bulk cargo door seals installed on these aircraft models.

Jun 10, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A318Airbus A319Airbus A320Airbus A321

EASA AD 2020-0130

Landing Gear — Main Landing Gear Torque Link Apex Pin — Replacement / Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0130 is an airworthiness directive addressing the replacement and inspection of the main landing gear torque link Apex pins on Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aeroplanes. The directive targets specific parts identified by part number 201383606 and serial numbers listed in Airbus Alert Operators Transmission A32N018-20 Revision 01. It aims to ensure continued airworthiness by mitigating risks associated with torque link pin failures.

Jun 8, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A318Airbus A319Airbus A320Airbus A321

EASA AD TCD-4753B-2020

AFM Limitations Change - Pilot Training - Icing Conditions

Japan Civil Aviation Bureau Airworthiness Directive No. TCD-4753B-2020 mandates new pilot training requirements for Mitsubishi Model MU-2B and MU-2B-30 series airplanes when operating in known or forecast icing conditions. This directive updates the Airplane Flight Manual (AFM) Limitations Section to require pilots-in-command to have completed specific Mitsubishi Icing Awareness Training. The directive aims to enhance flight safety by reducing icing-related incidents caused by pilot error.

Jun 5, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveTrainingSafety MgmtMitsubishi Heavy Industries MU-2B (Japan production)Mitsubishi MU-2BMitsubishi MU-2B-30

EASA AD 2020-0131

Equipment / Furnishings — Hoist Cable Cutter Frame — Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0131 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Leonardo S.p.A. AB139 and AW139 helicopters. It addresses the hoist cable cutter frame installed on single and double hoist control panels with specific part numbers. The directive mandates a modification to prevent inadvertent activation of the hoist cable cutter during night operations.

Jun 5, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtLeonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AB139Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AW139Leonardo AB139Leonardo AW139

EASA AD 2020-0129

Pneumatic — Overheat Detection System / Insulation Mufflers — Modification / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0129 is an airworthiness directive affecting all Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes. It addresses issues with the pneumatic overheat detection system and insulation mufflers, specifically requiring modification or replacement of affected bleed air insulation mufflers and sleeves installed in wings, pylons, and certain pneumatic tubing. This directive ensures continued airworthiness by mandating compliance with updated service bulletins.

Jun 5, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A380

EASA AD 2020-0127

Ice and Rain Protection — Wing Anti-Ice Outboard Flexible Hoses — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0127 is an airworthiness directive addressing the inspection of wing anti-ice outboard flexible hoses on Dassault Aviation Falcon 10 aeroplanes. It applies to all serial numbers of Falcon 10 aircraft and focuses on inspecting and replacing damaged wing anti-ice flexible hoses with part number 115S018A315. The directive also introduces a new serviceable hose part number 115S118A319 with a defined life limit.

Jun 4, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtDassault Falcon 10

EASA AD 2020-0128

Tail Rotor — Tail Rotor Duplex Bearing and Plug — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0128 is an airworthiness directive addressing inspection requirements for the tail rotor duplex bearing and plug on Leonardo S.p.A. A119 and AW119MKII helicopters. It applies to helicopters with manufacturer serial numbers up to 14972, excluding certain serial numbers, and focuses on inspecting and correcting issues related to the tail rotor pitch change mechanism components.

Jun 4, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtLeonardo S.P.A. Helicopters A109Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters A119Leonardo A119Leonardo AW119MKII

EASA SIB AIR-20-10

FAA AD 2020-03-16 Alternative Methods of Compliance and FAQ

FAA AD 2020-03-16 Alternative Methods of Compliance and FAQ is a Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin providing information on four alternative methods of compliance (AMOCs) related to FAA Airworthiness Directive 2020-03-16. This directive affects Textron Aviation Inc. Models 210G, T210G, 210H, T210H, 210J, T210J, 210K, T210K, 210L, T210L, 210M, and T210M airplanes and addresses inspections and corrosion issues on the carry-thru spar lower cap. The bulletin also answers frequently asked questions about the AD and compliance options.

Jun 3, 2020
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety Mgmt

EASA AD 2020-0126

Flight Controls — Flap Drive Struts and Lever Bearing Assemblies — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0126 is an airworthiness directive issued for Airbus A350-1041 aeroplanes. It mandates inspections of the flap drive struts and lever bearing assemblies at flap station 3 on both right-hand and left-hand sides to detect wear and corrosion. This directive aims to prevent potential flap detachment during flight by ensuring the structural integrity of these components.

Jun 3, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A350Airbus A350-1041

EASA AD BR-2020-05-03

Aircraft Flight Manual - Operational Envelope Temperature / Minimum Airspeed Limitation - Amendment

The Aircraft Flight Manual - Operational Envelope Temperature / Minimum Airspeed Limitation - Amendment is a Brazilian Airworthiness Directive (AD No. 2020-05-03) issued by ANAC that applies to Embraer EMB-500 and EMB-505 aircraft equipped with PW617F-E, PW617F1-E, or PW535E engines. It addresses operational limitations related to static air temperatures below -54°C to ensure safe aircraft operation within the approved flight envelope.

Jun 2, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveFlight OpsSafety MgmtEmbraer EMB-500 (Phenom 100)Embraer EMB-505 (Phenom 300)Embraer EMB-500Embraer EMB-505

EASA AD 2019-0171R2

Aircraft Flight Manual Section Limitations — Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0171R2 is an amendment addressing Airbus A321neo aircraft equipped with specific Elevator Aileron Computer (ELAC) units. It mandates changes to the Aircraft Flight Manual (AFM) limitations to mitigate reduced angle of attack protection caused by certain ELAC software versions. The directive applies to various A321neo models except those with Airbus modification 163923 installed in production.

Jun 2, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveFlight OpsSafety MgmtAirbus A321Airbus A321neo

EASA AD 2020-0125

Aircraft Flight Manual Section Limitations — Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0125 is an amendment addressing flight control law limitations on Airbus A320neo aircraft models A320-251N, A320-252N, A320-253N, A320-271N, A320-272N, and A320-273N. It mandates updates to the Aircraft Flight Manual (AFM) to incorporate temporary revisions or later AFM revisions that include new center of gravity (CG) envelopes enabled by Airbus modification 163923. This directive aims to ensure safe operation by limiting flight configurations that could reduce angle of attack protection efficiency.

Jun 2, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveFlight OpsSafety MgmtAirbus A320Airbus A320neo