EASA Regulations & Airworthiness Directives

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EASA SIB 2020-09

CEAPR DR 400 Aeroplanes - Defective Seat Belt Attachment Rivet Assembly

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2020-09 is a safety information bulletin addressing a defective seat belt attachment rivet assembly in CEAPR DR 400 aeroplanes. The affected models include DR 400/100, DR 400/120, DR 400/140 B, DR 400/160, DR 400/180, and DR 400/180 R with specific serial numbers from 2703 to 2734. The bulletin provides guidance on inspection and corrective actions related to the rivet assembly holding the front seat belt retractor.

May 29, 2020
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety Mgmt

EASA SIB 2020-10

CEAPR DR 400 Aeroplanes - Defective Warning Lights Panel

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2020-10 is an airworthiness bulletin addressing defective warning lights panels on CEAPR DR 400 series aeroplanes, specifically models DR 400/100, DR 400/120, DR 400/140 B, DR 400/160, DR 400/180, and DR 400/180 R with certain serial numbers. The bulletin informs operators about a wiring defect that may cause a short circuit during the warning lights test when the pitot heater is on. It provides guidance on inspection and corrective actions via CEAPR Service Bulletin 190902.

May 29, 2020
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety Mgmt

EASA AD 2020-0122

Equipment / Furnishings — Overhead Stowage Compartment Fixation Brackets — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0122 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A320-271N, A321-211, and A321-271N aeroplanes with specific manufacturer serial numbers. The directive addresses the inspection of overhead stowage compartment X-fixation brackets to ensure their correct installation and presence. It mandates a one-time detailed inspection to prevent potential overhead stowage compartment failure that could cause passenger injury.

May 29, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A320Airbus A321

EASA AD 2020-0124

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2020-0154

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0124 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency concerning Rolls-Royce Trent 1000-D2, Trent 1000-J2, and Trent 1000-K2 engines, commonly installed on Boeing 787 aircraft. The directive addresses fuel pump life limitations due to wear-related performance degradation. It mandates replacement of affected fuel pumps to maintain engine performance and safety.

May 29, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtRolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg TRENT 1000Boeing 787

EASA AD 2020-0123

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2023-0068

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0123 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A350-941 aeroplanes, except those with Airbus modification 109799 incorporated in production. The directive addresses an unsafe condition related to the rotation of certain fasteners in the centre wing box, which could lead to fuel vapour leakage inside the cabin. This directive mandates the replacement of affected fasteners with improved friction material fasteners to ensure continued airworthiness.

May 29, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A350Airbus A350-941

EASA AD 2020-0121

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2020-0138

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0121 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting various Grob sailplanes including ASTIR CS series, CLUB ASTIR II, TWIN ASTIR models, and G 103 series powered and unpowered sailplanes. The directive addresses the inspection and potential replacement of the elevator control pushrod in the vertical fin to prevent corrosion-related failures. This AD applies to all serial numbers of the specified models and mandates inspection procedures defined by Fiberglas-Technik R. Lindner GmbH & Co. KG.

May 28, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtE Aerospace Fischer Gmbh ASTIR CS TOPFiberglas Technik R. Lindner Grob SailplanesGrob ASTIR CSGrob CLUB ASTIR IIGrob TWIN ASTIRGrob G 103

EASA AD 2020-0097R1

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2025-0205

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0097R1 is an updated directive addressing inspection and potential repair or replacement of passenger seat tracks on ATR 42 and ATR 72 aeroplanes. It applies to specific seat track part numbers manufactured between 2012 and 2017 and targets certain serial number ranges of ATR 42 and ATR 72 aircraft. The directive aims to ensure the structural integrity of seat tracks to prevent failure during emergency landings.

May 28, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtATR ATR42ATR ATR72ATR 42ATR 72

EASA AD CF-2020-19

Oxygen — Crew — Inspection and Removal of a Protective End Cap Obstructing an Extraction Duct

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2020-19 mandates inspection and removal of a protective end cap obstructing an extraction duct on certain Airbus Canada Limited Partnership aircraft models BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11. This directive addresses a safety issue related to crew oxygen systems and ventilation under the flight deck floor. The affected aircraft include specific serial numbers of the BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11 models.

May 27, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus BD-500 (A220 Series)Airbus Canada BD-500-1A10Airbus Canada BD-500-1A11

EASA AD 2020-0120

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2020-0278

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0120 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting all Pilatus PC-6 aeroplanes. It mandates compliance with updated airworthiness limitations and maintenance tasks as specified in the latest Pilatus PC-6 Aircraft Maintenance Manual and Airworthiness Limitations Section documents. The directive ensures continued airworthiness by requiring specific inspections and maintenance actions for these aircraft.

May 27, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtPilatus Aircraft PC-6Pilatus PC-6

EASA AD 2020-0110R1

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2024-0008

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0110R1 is an updated directive addressing structural inspections on Airbus A300 aeroplanes of all certified models and manufacturer serial numbers. It mandates repetitive special detailed inspections of specific fuselage areas including the windshield frame, skin lap joint, and centre wing bottom skin to detect cracks that could compromise structural integrity. This directive applies to various groups of A300 aircraft differentiated by embodied Airbus modifications and service bulletins.

May 27, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A300

EASA AD 2020-0112R1

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2024-0010

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0112R1 is an updated directive addressing structural inspections on Airbus A310 aeroplanes. It mandates repetitive special detailed inspections of specific fuselage areas, including the windshield frame and circumferential junctions, to detect cracks that could compromise structural integrity. This directive applies to all certified Airbus A310 models and serial numbers.

May 27, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A310

EASA AD 2020-0119

Equipment / Furnishings — Emergency Locator Transmitter — Inhibition / Replacement

The document titled Equipment / Furnishings — Emergency Locator Transmitter — Inhibition / Replacement is an airworthiness directive concerning AIRBUS HELICOPTERS: EC175. It addresses requirements related to the emergency locator transmitter (ELT) system, specifically its inhibition and replacement procedures for this helicopter model.

May 26, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters EC175

EASA AD BR-2020-05-02

Flight Controls - Horizontal Stabilizer Control Yoke Assemblies - Modification

Brazilian Airworthiness Directive 2020-05-02 is a regulatory document issued by the Agência Nacional de Aviação Civil (ANAC) that applies to Yaborã Indústria Aeronáutica S.A. ERJ 190 series airplanes equipped with specific Embraer Control Yoke Assemblies. It addresses a safety issue related to the incorrect installation of horizontal stabilizer pitch trim switches on the control yokes. The directive mandates modifications to prevent reversed pitch trim commands.

May 26, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtEmbraer ERJ 190

EASA AD BR-2020-05-01

Flight Controls - Horizontal Stabilizer Control Yoke Assemblies - Modification

Brazilian Airworthiness Directive 2020-05-01 is a regulatory document issued by the Agência Nacional de Aviação Civil (ANAC) that applies to Yaborã Indústria Aeronáutica S.A. ERJ 170 series airplanes equipped with specific Embraer Control Yoke Assemblies. The directive addresses a safety issue related to the incorrect installation of horizontal stabilizer pitch trim switches on the control yokes.

May 26, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtEmbraer ERJ 170

EASA AD US-2020-10-10

Wings - Centre Wing Lower Skin - Inspection

Airworthiness Directive 2020-10-10 is a final rule issued by the FAA addressing The Boeing Company Model DC-9-81 (MD-81), DC-9-82 (MD-82), DC-9-83 (MD-83), DC-9-87 (MD-87), and MD-88 airplanes. It mandates inspections of the center wing lower skin and adjacent stringers to detect cracks that could compromise structural integrity. This directive updates and expands previous inspection requirements to enhance crack detection in critical wing areas.

May 26, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing DC-9Boeing MD-88Boeing DC-9-81Boeing DC-9-82Boeing DC-9-83Boeing DC-9-87

EASA AD 2016-0157R2

Fuselage — Central Fuselage Frame Outer Flanges — Inspection

The document titled 'Fuselage — Central Fuselage Frame Outer Flanges — Inspection' is an informational Airworthiness Directive record created by EASA regarding the Airbus A400M aircraft. It clarifies that no official EASA AD exists because the Airbus A400M is not currently in civil service. The document serves as a recommendation for military authorities responsible for the affected aircraft to issue their own applicable ADs.

May 25, 2020
OtherMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Military A400MAirbus A400M

EASA AD US-2020-06-19

Navigation - Angle of Attack Sensors - Inspection

Federal Register Volume 85, Number 96 (May 18, 2020) is a final rule airworthiness directive issued by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) addressing certain Boeing Model 727 series airplanes, including 727, 727C, 727-100, 727-100C, 727-200, and 727-200F. The directive targets angle of attack (AOA) sensors that may ice over, causing immobilization of the sensor vanes and resulting in nuisance stick shaker activation during climb to cruise speed.

May 25, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 727Boeing 727CBoeing 727-100Boeing 727-100CBoeing 727-200Boeing 727-200F

EASA AD US-2020-10-05

ROCKWELL COLLINS INC. - Flight Management Computing Hardware System / Airplane Flight Manual - Revision

ROCKWELL COLLINS INC. - Flight Management Computing Hardware System / Airplane Flight Manual - Revision is a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) airworthiness directive addressing certain Rockwell Collins Pro Line 4 and Pro Line 21 flight management systems installed on various airplanes. The directive responds to a software design error causing incorrect turn commands during altitude climb edits or when temperature compensation is activated. This issue affects flight safety by potentially leading to collisions or controlled flight into terrain.

May 25, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveFlight OpsSafety Mgmt

EASA AD CF-2020-17

Oxygen — Crew — Leak Check of the Lavatory A Oxygen Supply Line for the Third Crew Member

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2020-17 mandates a leak check of the Lavatory A oxygen supply line for the third crew member on Airbus Canada Limited Partnership aeroplanes, specifically models BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11 within specified serial number ranges. This directive addresses potential oxygen leaks that could compromise crew oxygen supply and increase fire risk. It applies to Bombardier Inc. aircraft formerly known as CSALP.

May 22, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus BD-500 (A220 Series)Airbus Canada BD-500-1A10Airbus Canada BD-500-1A11

EASA AD 2020-0118

SUPERSEDED BY EASA 2022-0096

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0118 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A319, A320, and A321 aeroplanes. It addresses a flight safety issue related to automatic go-around procedures when the autopilot is engaged, which can cause an unexpected pitch-up attitude and autopilot disconnection. The directive applies to various Airbus A320 family models with specific serial numbers.

May 22, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveFlight OpsSafety MgmtAirbus A319Airbus A320Airbus A321