EASA Regulations & Airworthiness Directives

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EASA AD 2020-0009

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2020-0183

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0009 is an airworthiness directive issued for Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes. It addresses the inspection of Ram Air Turbine (RAT) gearboxes, specifically those with part numbers 1704287G or 1704287H, to detect water ingress and corrosion that could impair RAT operation. The directive mandates repetitive detailed inspections of the gearbox oil and corrective actions if necessary.

Jan 23, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A380

EASA AD US-2020-01-11

Air Conditioning - Temperature Control Valve / Control Cabin Trim Air Modulating Valve - Replacement

Airworthiness Directive 2020-01-11 is a final rule issued by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) addressing certain Boeing 737-800, -900, and -900ER series airplanes. It mandates the replacement of the left temperature control valve and control cabin trim air modulating valve to prevent in-flight failures that could cause excessive temperatures in the flight deck or passenger cabin. This directive updates and expands the applicability of the previous AD 2017-12-07.

Jan 21, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 737Boeing 737-800Boeing 737-900Boeing 737-900ER

EASA SIB 2013-11R1

ACAS II — Manoeuvres Based on Visual Acquisition of Traffic

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2013-11R1 is a revision of the original SIB 2013-11 and addresses the use of ACAS II (also known as TCAS II) manoeuvres based on visual acquisition of traffic. It applies to all aircraft equipped with ACAS II systems and clarifies that flight crews must respond immediately to Resolution Advisories (RAs) unless safety is compromised. The bulletin emphasizes that visual perception of traffic may be misleading and should not override RA instructions.

Jan 20, 2020
Safety Information BulletinFlight OpsSafety Mgmt

EASA AD 2020-0008

Flight Controls — Flap Control System / Bellcrank Assembly — Inspection / Modification

The document titled Flight Controls — Flap Control System / Bellcrank Assembly — Inspection / Modification is a directive concerning the Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 42. It addresses inspection and modification requirements for the flap control system's bellcrank assembly to ensure continued airworthiness and safety of the affected aircraft.

Jan 20, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtDiamond Aircraft Industries DA 42

EASA AD US-2019-23-14

[Correction] Fuel - Maintenance or Inspection Program - Revision

Correction to FAA Airworthiness Directive 2019-23-14 concerning The Boeing Company Model 737-100, -200, -200C, -300, -400, and -500 series airplanes. This correction fixes an incorrect service information reference related to fuel tank ignition prevention and nitrogen generation system maintenance requirements. The directive mandates revisions to maintenance or inspection programs to incorporate updated airworthiness limitations.

Jan 17, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 737Boeing 737-100Boeing 737-200Boeing 737-200CBoeing 737-300Boeing 737-400Boeing 737-500

EASA AD 2019-0297R1

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2020-0172

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0297R1 is an updated directive addressing inspection requirements for Airbus A340-541, A340-542, A340-642, and A340-643 aeroplanes. It mandates inspections of the wing lower skin covers at specific rib bays to detect cracks that could compromise wing structural integrity. The directive applies to all manufacturer serial numbers except for MSN 601, 604, 672, and 744.

Jan 16, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A340Airbus A340-541Airbus A340-542Airbus A340-642Airbus A340-643

EASA AD 2020-0007

Engine — Rotating Air High Pressure Turbine Front Seal — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0007 is a regulatory document addressing the replacement of rotating air high pressure turbine (HPT) front seals on CFM International CFM56-5B, CFM56-5C, and CFM56-7B engines. These engines are installed on various Airbus models including A318, A319, A320, A321, A340, and Boeing 737-600, 737-700, 737-800, and 737-900 aircraft. The directive mandates inspections and replacement of specific affected HPT front seals to prevent potential uncontained engine failures.

Jan 15, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtCFM International CFM56-5BCFM International CFM56-5CCFM International CFM56-7BAirbus A318Airbus A319Airbus A320Airbus A321Airbus A340Boeing 737-600Boeing 737-700Boeing 737-800Boeing 737-900

EASA AD CF-2020-01

Fuel System — Non-Conforming Installation of Electrical Bonding Jumpers

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2020-01 addresses the non-conforming installation of electrical bonding jumpers on the fuel scavenge and vent lines of De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited models DHC-8-400, DHC-8-401, and DHC-8-402, serial numbers 4001, 4003, and subsequent. This directive mandates inspections and corrective actions to remove or modify these jumpers and brackets to prevent potential lightning strike induced fuel tank ignition. It also prohibits certain maintenance procedures that could lead to reinstallation of non-compliant bonding jumpers.

Jan 15, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtDe Havilland Canada DHC-8De Havilland DHC-8-400De Havilland DHC-8-401De Havilland DHC-8-402

EASA AD US-2019-19-10

Airplane Flight Manual / Minimum Equipment List - Revision / Fuel Crossfeed Valve Operational Check

The Airplane Flight Manual / Minimum Equipment List - Revision / Fuel Crossfeed Valve Operational Check is a final rule airworthiness directive issued by the FAA affecting all Boeing 737-300 through 900ER series, 757, 767, 777, and 787-8 and 787-9 airplanes. It addresses reports of fuel crossfeed valves failing to open during flight, which could lead to fuel starvation and forced off-airport landings. The directive mandates revisions to the airplane flight manual and minimum equipment list to ensure operational checks of fuel crossfeed valves prior to extended operations (ETOPS) flights when certain valves or fuel balancing systems are inoperative.

Jan 14, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveFlight OpsMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 737Boeing 757Boeing 767Boeing 777Boeing 787Boeing 737-300Boeing 737-400Boeing 737-500Boeing 737-600Boeing 737-700Boeing 737-800Boeing 737-900ERBoeing 787-8Boeing 787-9

EASA AD US-2019-23-07

Landing Gear - Nose Landing Gear Lock Link Assembly - Modification

Federal Aviation Administration Airworthiness Directive 2019-23-07 is a final rule addressing certain Boeing Model 787-8, 787-9, and 787-10 airplanes. It targets an unsafe condition involving the nose landing gear (NLG) retracting on the ground due to incorrect installation of the NLG downlock pin in the apex pin inner bore of the NLG lock link assembly. This directive mandates a modification to prevent incorrect pin installation.

Jan 14, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 787Boeing 787-8Boeing 787-9Boeing 787-10

EASA AD CF-2018-15R1

Cargo and Accessory Compartment — Dislodged Forward and Aft Cargo Compartment Blow-Out Panels

Airworthiness Directive CF-2018-15R1 addresses the issue of dislodged forward and aft cargo compartment blow-out panels on Airbus Canada Limited Partnership aeroplanes, specifically models BD-500-1A10 (serial numbers 50001 through 50017) and BD-500-1A11 (serial numbers 55001 through 55044) equipped with certain blow-out panel part numbers. The directive mandates inspections and corrective actions to prevent openings that could compromise fire suppression in cargo compartments. It supersedes the earlier AD CF-2018-15 and introduces redesigned cargo compartment panels as a terminating action.

Jan 13, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus BD-500 (A220 Series)Airbus Canada BD-500-1A10Airbus Canada BD-500-1A11

EASA AD 2020-0006

Engine — Fuel Nozzle — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0006 is an official regulatory document addressing the replacement of fuel nozzles on SaM146 engines, specifically models SaM146-1S17, SaM146-1S17C, SaM146-1S18, and SaM146-1S18C. These engines are commonly installed on Sukhoi RRJ-95B aircraft. The directive mandates the removal and replacement of certain fuel nozzles identified by part numbers 365-144-303-0 and 365-144-503-0 due to wear issues.

Jan 13, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtPowerjet SaM146Sukhoi RRJ-95B

EASA AD US-2019-24-15

Equipment / Furnishings - Head Strike Pads - Replacement

Federal Register Volume 84, Number 249, Final Rule Airworthiness Directive 2019-24-15 issued by the FAA addresses certain Boeing 737-900ER series airplanes. This directive mandates the replacement of nonconforming head strike pads on the left and right mid exit doors with conforming pads to ensure passenger safety during emergency landings.

Jan 13, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 737Boeing 737-900ER

EASA AD US-2019-24-18

Navigation - Angle of Attack Sensors - Inspection / Replacement

Federal Register Volume 84, Number 249 (December 30, 2019) is a final rule airworthiness directive issued by the FAA addressing certain Boeing Model 727, 757, and 767 series airplanes. The directive targets angle of attack (AOA) sensors that may ice over, causing sensor vane immobilization and resulting in nuisance stick shaker activation. This AD mandates inspection and replacement of affected AOA sensors to ensure flight safety.

Jan 13, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 727Boeing 757Boeing 767

EASA AD BR-2020-01-01

SUPERSEDED BY ANAC AD 2020-09-01

Brazilian Emergency Airworthiness Directive EAD No. 2020-01-01 is issued by the Agência Nacional de Aviação Civil (ANAC) and applies to all Embraer EMB-505 aircraft, regardless of serial number. This directive addresses corrosion issues found in the mass-balance weights of control surfaces including elevators, ailerons, and rudder. It mandates inspections, replacements as necessary, and updates to maintenance programs to ensure continued airworthiness and flight safety.

Jan 10, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtEmbraer EMB-505 (Phenom 300)Embraer EMB-505

EASA AD 2020-0004

Fuselage — Lower Fuselage Fuel Tank Structure and Equipment Electrical Connectors — Rework / Relocation

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0004 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus Helicopters EC 175 B models delivered before November 2017, except certain serial numbers and those with a specific modification. The directive addresses a non-conformity involving electrical connectors installed under the lower fuselage fuel tank structure. It mandates rework and relocation of these connectors to ensure continued airworthiness and safety.

Jan 9, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters EC175Airbus Helicopters EC 175 B

EASA AD 2020-0003

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2020-0018

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0003 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co KG RB211 Trent 970-84, Trent 972-84, and Trent 972E-84 engines, commonly installed on Airbus A380 aircraft. The directive addresses the removal from service of certain hydro-mechanical metering units (HMU) with specific part numbers and serial numbers due to a safety concern. It mandates replacement of affected HMUs to ensure continued airworthiness and safe engine operation.

Jan 9, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtRolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg RB211 TRENT 900Airbus A380

EASA AD 2020-0001

Air — Air Intake Duct — Modification / Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0001 is an airworthiness directive addressing the air intake duct modification and inspection for CEAPR DR 400 series aeroplanes equipped with specific air induction ducts (G type P/N 56.18.68.320, H type P/N 56.18.13.010, or J type P/N 56.18.68.360). It mandates modification of the air filter attachment fitting and repetitive inspections to prevent engine in-flight shutdown caused by insect blockage. The directive applies to all serial numbers of the affected DR 400 models.

Jan 8, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtCeapr DR 400

EASA AD 2020-0002

Fuselage — Frame Inboard Boom — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0002 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Fokker F28 Mark 0100 aeroplanes with serial numbers 11244 to 11371 inclusive. The directive mandates inspection of the fuselage frame inboard boom at fuselage station 17011 to detect cracks that could compromise structural integrity. It requires operators to perform a detailed inspection and report the findings to Fokker Services.

Jan 8, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtFokker F28Fokker F28 Mark 0100

EASA AD US-2019-25-12

Oxygen - Low-Pressure Oxygen Flex Hoses - Replacement

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2019-25-12 addresses certain Boeing 777-200 and 777-300ER series airplanes equipped with therapeutic oxygen systems. This directive mandates the replacement of low-pressure oxygen flex hoses with new non-conductive hoses to prevent potential electrical conductivity hazards. The directive updates and supersedes the previous AD 2016-18-02 by adding additional required actions for certain airplane groups.

Jan 8, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 777Boeing 777-200Boeing 777-300ER