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EASA AD 2020-0099

Tail Rotor Drive — Titanium Bolts — Identification / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0099 is an airworthiness directive addressing Airbus Helicopters Deutschland GmbH EC135 and EC635 helicopter models. It concerns the identification and replacement of certain titanium bolts (Part Number L535M3001201) used in the tail rotor drive, which may have been improperly heat treated, leading to potential hydrogen embrittlement. This directive mandates inspection and, if necessary, replacement of affected titanium bolts to ensure continued safe operation.

May 5, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters EC135Airbus Helicopters 635Airbus Helicopters EC635

EASA AD US-2020-07-14

Fuel - Bonding Jumpers on the Auxiliary Power Unit Fuel Pump - Replacement, Installation, and Inspection

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2020-07-14 addresses certain Boeing 747 series airplanes, including models 747-100 through 747SP. This directive mandates replacement, installation, and inspection of bonding jumpers on the auxiliary power unit (APU) fuel pump and other related fuel pumps to ensure adequate electrical bonding. The directive aims to correct insufficient bond resistance margins identified in fuel system reviews.

May 4, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 747Boeing 747-100Boeing 747SP

EASA AD CF-2020-14

Fuel - Threaded Fuel Coupling Not Properly Installed

The Airworthiness Directive CF-2020-14 issued by Transport Canada addresses improperly installed threaded fuel couplings on Airbus Canada Limited Partnership aircraft models BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11. This directive mandates inspections and functional tests of the Auxiliary Power Unit (APU) fuel feed line shroud to detect and correct any loose or disconnected fuel couplings. The goal is to prevent fuel starvation to the APU and reduce the risk of fire.

May 4, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus BD-500 (A220 Series)Airbus Canada BD-500-1A10Airbus Canada BD-500-1A11

EASA SIB NE-20-11

Hamilton Sundstrand Corp. 568F Propeller Blades — Inspection Under the Compression Wrap

Hamilton Sundstrand Corp. 568F Propeller Blades — Inspection Under the Compression Wrap is a Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) issued by the FAA to alert owners, operators, and maintenance facilities of Hamilton Sundstrand 568F-1, 568F-5, 568F-7, and 568F-11 model propellers. The bulletin addresses misinterpretations of the Component Maintenance Manual (CMM) 61-13-12 that have led to incomplete major inspections by not removing and replacing the propeller blade's compression wrap. This SAIB provides guidance to ensure proper inspection procedures are followed to maintain propeller airworthiness.

May 4, 2020
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety Mgmt

EASA SIB NE-20-09

Pratt & Whitney PW1500G Engines - Turbine Engine Compressor Section

The FAA Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin SAIB: NE-20-09 provides guidance regarding Pratt & Whitney PW1500G turbofan engines, specifically focusing on the turbine engine compressor section. It advises operators to monitor the Low Pressure Compressor (LPC) performance after upgrading to FADEC software version V2.11.9.2, which complies with AD 2020-07-02. The bulletin highlights recent LPC Rotor 1 failures and related in-flight shutdowns but clarifies that no unsafe condition currently warrants a new airworthiness directive.

May 4, 2020
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety Mgmt

EASA AD CF-2020-13

Engine — Manual Calculation of Cycle Count for the Impeller and High Pressure Compressor Rotor

The Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2020-13 mandates manual calculation of cycle counts for the impeller and high pressure compressor rotor on Pratt & Whitney Canada PW210A and PW210S engines. This directive addresses inaccuracies in the Automated Damage Tracking System cycle counts to ensure these life-limited components are not operated beyond their safe limits. It applies to helicopter engines and aims to prevent potential uncontained failures that could lead to loss of control.

Apr 30, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtPratt & Whitney Canada PW210

EASA AD US-2020-08-12

Fuselage - Left and Right Side Lap Joints of the Fuselage Skin - Inspections / Modification

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airworthiness Directive 2020-08-12 addresses certain Boeing 747-8 and 747-8F series airplanes. It mandates modifications and repetitive inspections of the left and right side lap joints of the fuselage skin due to the risk of widespread fatigue damage. This directive aims to prevent undetected fatigue cracks that could compromise structural integrity and cause sudden decompression.

Apr 30, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 747Boeing 747-8Boeing 747-8F

EASA AD 2020-0096

Airplane Flight Manual — Section Normal Procedures / Electronic Circuit Breaker — Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0096 is an amendment to the Airplane Flight Manual Section Normal Procedures concerning the Electronic Circuit Breaker for Pilatus PC-24 aeroplanes. This directive applies to all PC-24 aircraft serial numbers and mandates changes to the preflight check procedures to address a specific safety issue. The directive was issued by EASA to ensure continued airworthiness and safe operation of the affected aircraft.

Apr 29, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveFlight OpsSafety MgmtPilatus Aircraft PC-24Pilatus PC-24

EASA AD 2020-0095

Doors — Sliding Door Star Support — Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0095 is issued for Airbus Helicopters EC 120 B and EC 130 B4 models to address issues with the sliding door star support. The directive applies to specific serial numbers and affected sliding door parts with part numbers C526A2370101 and C526S1101051. It mandates modifications to the door locking and unlocking mechanism to ensure safe evacuation.

Apr 29, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters AS 350Airbus Helicopters EC 130Airbus Helicopters EC 120 BAirbus Helicopters EC 130 B4

EASA AD US-2020-09-03

Engine - Diffuser Case Assembly - Removal / Replacement

The FAA Airworthiness Directive 2020-09-03 is a final rule addressing International Aero Engines AG V2500 series turbofan engines with specific diffuser case assembly serial numbers. It mandates the removal and replacement of affected diffuser case assemblies to prevent potential failure. This directive applies to multiple V2500 engine models including V2500-A1, V2522-A5, V2524-A5, V2525-D5, and others.

Apr 27, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtInternational Aero Engines Ag V2500-( )5International Aero Engines Ag V2500-A1

EASA AD US-2020-05-26

Nacelles / Pylons - Strut Upper Spar Areas - Test

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2020-05-26 addresses certain Boeing Company Model 787-8 airplanes. This directive mandates a one-time leak test of the strut upper spar areas on both left and right wing struts due to a missing bolt on the firewall that could cause flammable fluid leakage. The AD aims to prevent potential engine fires and structural wing failure caused by such leaks.

Apr 27, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 787Boeing 787-8

EASA AD CF-2020-12

Fire Protection — Fire Detection — Fire Detection and Extinguishing (FIREX) Control Unit Replacement

The Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2020-12 mandates the replacement of the Fire Detection and Extinguishing (FIREX) control unit part number 474112-2 on Bombardier BD-100-1A10 aircraft, serial numbers 20003 through 20669. This directive addresses fire protection system reliability by targeting a specific control unit susceptible to internal electrical noise. The directive applies to aircraft equipped with the affected FIREX control unit.

Apr 24, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBombardier BD-100Bombardier BD-100-1A10

EASA AD 2020-0093

Hydraulic Power — Ground Service Manifold Manual Valve Attachment Screws — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0093 is an airworthiness directive addressing the replacement of manual valve attachment screws on ground service manifold units installed on Airbus A330 and A340 aeroplanes. It applies to specific part numbers 70902-3, 70902-4, and 70902-5 with certain screws and aims to prevent hydraulic system failures. The directive supersedes a previous AD and mandates repetitive replacement of these screws to ensure continued safe operation.

Apr 24, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A330Airbus A340

EASA AD 2020-0092

Oxygen — Oxygen Crew and Courier Distribution System Flexible Hoses — Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0092 is an airworthiness directive issued for Airbus A330-223F and A330-243F freighter aeroplanes. It addresses inspection and replacement requirements for flexible hoses in the Oxygen Crew and Courier Distribution System (OCCDS) to prevent oxygen leakage. The directive applies to specific manufacturer serial numbers of these aircraft models.

Apr 24, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A330Airbus A330-223FAirbus A330-243F

EASA AD 2020-0091

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2021-0206

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0091 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting all Airbus A350-941 and A350-1041 aeroplanes. It mandates compliance with updated safe life airworthiness limitations specified in the Airbus A350 Airworthiness Limitations Section Part 1, Revision 04 including Variation 4.3. The directive ensures continued airworthiness by requiring operators to adhere to new or more restrictive maintenance tasks and life limits for components.

Apr 22, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A350Airbus A350-941Airbus A350-1041

EASA AD US-2020-08-04

Engine - Low Pressure Turbine Stage 3 Blades - Replacement

The Federal Aviation Administration Airworthiness Directive 2020-08-04 is a final rule addressing certain International Aero Engines LLC PW1100G-JM series turbofan engines. It specifically targets engines with low-pressure turbine (LPT) 3rd-stage blades, part numbers 5387343, 5387493, 5387473, or 5387503, due to reported blade failures. This directive mandates replacement of the affected blades to ensure continued airworthiness and safety.

Apr 21, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtInternational Aero Engines PW1100International Aero Engines PW1400

EASA SIB NM-20-07

Boeing 747, 757, 767, 777, 787 Aeroplanes - Navigation - Glideslope System

The FAA Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin SAIB: NM-20-07 is an informational bulletin addressing potential erroneous autopilot flight director system (AFDS) guidance during instrument landing system (ILS) approaches on Boeing 747-400 and 747-8 series airplanes, Model 757, 767, 777, and 787-8, -9, and -10 airplanes. It highlights issues with misleading pitch guidance caused by glideslope signal interference during ILS approaches. This bulletin does not mandate any regulatory action but provides important operational information.

Apr 20, 2020
Safety Information BulletinFlight OpsSafety Mgmt

EASA AD 2019-0310R1

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2021-0051

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0310R1 is an amendment addressing safety concerns on Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes related to rudder electrical back-up hydraulic actuator solenoid valves. It mandates identification and replacement of affected solenoid valves with specific part and serial numbers to prevent potential rudder or elevator runaway conditions. The directive also requires temporary amendments to the Master Minimum Equipment List (MMEL) to impose operational restrictions until affected parts are replaced.

Apr 20, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A380

EASA AD US-2020-08-10

Tail Rotor - Blades - Inspection

The Federal Register Volume 85, Number 75 (April 17, 2020) Final Rule titled Airworthiness Directive 2020-08-10 addresses Robinson Helicopter Company Model R44 and R44 II helicopters equipped with tail rotor blades part numbers C029-1 or C029-2. This directive mandates inspections for cracks in the tail rotor blades to prevent potential loss of the tail rotor and subsequent loss of helicopter control.

Apr 20, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtRobinson R44 (Raven)Robinson R44Robinson R44 II

EASA AD 2020-0088

Electric and Electronic Common Installation — Ram Air Turbine Wiring Routing — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0088 is an airworthiness directive issued for Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes. It addresses the inspection of the Ram Air Turbine (RAT) wiring routing within the electric and electronic common installation to ensure proper installation and prevent interference. The directive mandates a one-time detailed inspection of the affected RAT feeder and exciter wiring routes to detect and correct any installation discrepancies.

Apr 17, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A380