EASA Regulations & Airworthiness Directives

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EASA AD 2019-0228

Equipment / Furnishings — Electric Hoist Installation — Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0228 addresses the electric hoist installation modification on Airbus Helicopters AS 350 and AS 355 models. It targets electric hoists manufactured by BREEZE, TRW, LUCAS, or AIR EQUIPEMENT installed with specific hoist boxes, ensuring proper electrical modifications are applied to guarantee emergency release functionality. The directive mandates verification and correction of the hoist electrical system to prevent failure in emergency cable release.

Sep 12, 2019
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters AS 350Airbus Helicopters EC 130Airbus Helicopters AS 355

EASA AD US-2019-10-51

Fuselage - Fuselage Frame - Inspection

Federal Register Volume 84, Number 171 (September 4, 2019) Final Rule Airworthiness Directive 2019-10-51 addresses all Airbus Helicopters Deutschland GmbH Model MBB-BK 117 C-2 helicopters. This directive mandates inspection of the fuselage frame for fatigue cracks and prohibits installation of certain recessed medical wall components installed under Supplemental Type Certificate SR00592DE. The directive aims to mitigate risks of structural failure due to reported cracks in the fuselage frame.

Sep 12, 2019
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters MBB-BK 117Airbus Helicopters MBB-BK 117 C-2

EASA AD CF-2019-14R1

SUPERSEDED BY TRANSPORT CANADA AD CF-2020-25

The Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2019-14R1 is an amendment to the previous directive CF-2019-14, applicable to Airbus Canada Limited Partnership aircraft models BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11. This directive mandates the incorporation of updated airworthiness limitations and maintenance tasks as specified in the June 6, 2019 edition 009.00 of the CSALP airworthiness limitations publication. It ensures that operators maintain compliance with Transport Canada's approved maintenance schedules for these aircraft models.

Sep 12, 2019
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus BD-500 (A220 Series)Airbus Canada BD-500-1A10Airbus Canada BD-500-1A11

EASA AD 2019-0227

Electric and Electronic Common Installation — Electrical Wiring — Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0227 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A319 and A320 aeroplanes, specifically models A319-112, A319-115, A319-132, A320-214, A320-216, A320-232, and A320-233. The directive addresses a potential interference issue between electrical wiring harnesses and tapping units in the aircraft's lavatory smoke detection and passenger oxygen systems. This interference could compromise the delivery of passenger oxygen during emergencies.

Sep 11, 2019
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A319Airbus A320

EASA SIB 2019-09R1

Emergency Locator Transmitters and Personal Locator Beacon - Annual Testing

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2019-09R1 is an airworthiness bulletin addressing the annual testing and inspection of Emergency Locator Transmitters (ELT) and Personal Locator Beacons (PLB) installed on aircraft. It applies to all operators of aircraft equipped with Automatic Fixed or Automatic Portable ELTs, as well as operators carrying PLBs under Regulation (EU) 965/2012. The bulletin emphasizes proper testing procedures to ensure beacon reliability and prevent false alerts that could divert Search and Rescue resources.

Sep 11, 2019
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety Mgmt

EASA AD 2019-0226

Landing Gear — Centre Landing Gear Wheel Axle — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0226 is an airworthiness directive addressing the replacement of centre landing gear wheel axles on Airbus A340-541, A340-542, A340-642, and A340-643 aeroplanes. The directive targets specific wheel axles with part numbers 55-1107065-00 and 55-1107069-00 that have been identified as affected due to corrosion found during overhaul. It mandates replacement of these affected parts to ensure continued airworthiness.

Sep 11, 2019
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A340Airbus A340-541Airbus A340-542Airbus A340-642Airbus A340-643

EASA AD 2019-0225-E

Main Rotor Drive - Main Gearbox Drive Shaft / Engine Coupling - Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0225-E is an emergency directive addressing the inspection of the main gearbox drive shaft and engine coupling on Airbus Helicopters AS 350 B3 and EC 130 T2 models equipped with SAFRAN ARRIEL 2D engines. It mandates a one-time visual inspection of the affected parts on helicopters with less than 300 flight hours since first flight. The directive aims to ensure continued airworthiness following an accident involving an AS 350 B3 helicopter.

Sep 11, 2019
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters AS 350Airbus Helicopters EC 130Airbus Helicopters AS 350 B3Airbus Helicopters EC 130 T2

EASA AD 2019-0067R1

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2022-0151

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0067R1 is a regulatory document addressing inspection requirements for the horizontal upper stiffeners of the lateral cockpit window frame on Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aircraft. It mandates repetitive special detailed inspections using high frequency eddy current methods to detect cracks that could compromise fuselage structural integrity. This directive applies to specific serial numbers and configurations of these Airbus models, excluding certain modified aircraft.

Sep 11, 2019
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A318Airbus A319Airbus A320Airbus A321

EASA SIB CASA-2019-05-Issue-2

Bell 206L Helicopters - Cracks in Fuselage

Transport Canada Civil Aviation Safety Alert CASA 2019-05 is a safety alert addressing the discovery of cracks in the fuselage frame and bulkhead of Bell 206L series helicopters, specifically around fuselage stations FS142.7 to FS155.00. The alert highlights multiple occurrences of cracks and rivet issues in the upper fuselage area, including stiffener part number 206-033-107-055. It aims to raise awareness among owners, operators, and maintainers of Bell 206L helicopters about this structural concern.

Sep 9, 2019
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety Mgmt

EASA AD 2019-0224

Landing Gear — Main Landing Gear / Piston — Inspection / Replacement / Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0224 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Fokker F28 Mark 0070 and Mark 0100 aeroplanes. It addresses inspection, replacement, and modification requirements for main landing gear (MLG) pistons, specifically parts with P/N 41141-3, 41141-5, and 41141-7, to prevent cracking and potential landing gear failure. The directive mandates actions to ensure the continued airworthiness of affected landing gear components.

Sep 6, 2019
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtFokker F28Fokker F28 Mark 0070Fokker F28 Mark 0100

EASA AD 2019-0223

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2022-0019

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0223 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes with specific manufacturer serial numbers. The directive mandates repetitive ultrasonic inspections of the wing outer rear spar top and bottom flanges to detect cracks that could compromise structural integrity. It applies to the 25 oldest wing sets and requires reporting of inspection results to Airbus.

Sep 6, 2019
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A380

EASA AD 2019-0222

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2022-0100

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0222 is an airworthiness directive issued for Airbus A380 aeroplanes, specifically models A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 with certain manufacturer serial numbers. The directive addresses cracks found in the belly fairing torsion box parts on both left-hand and right-hand sides of the fuselage. It mandates modification of these parts to ensure continued airworthiness and safety.

Sep 6, 2019
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A380

EASA AD 2019-0099R2

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2024-0118

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0099R2 is an updated safety directive addressing the inspection and operational limitations of Rolls-Royce Trent 1000 series engines installed on Boeing 787 aircraft. It focuses on high pressure turbine (HPT) blades with specific part numbers KH10575 and KH64485, requiring repetitive borescope inspections to detect axial cracking and imposing flight cycle limits to prevent engine failure. This directive aims to mitigate risks of in-flight engine shutdown due to blade deterioration.

Sep 6, 2019
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtRolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg TRENT 1000Boeing 787

EASA AD US-2019-16-05

SUPERSEDED BY FAA AD 2024-15-03

FAA Airworthiness Directive 2019-16-05 is a final rule applicable to all Boeing Model 777 airplanes. It addresses uncommanded fore/aft movements of the Captain's and First Officer's seats by requiring identification of seat part and serial numbers and applicable corrective actions. This directive aims to mitigate the risk of flight control obstruction or unintended inputs caused by seat movement during critical flight phases.

Sep 6, 2019
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 777

EASA AD 2019-0221

Flight Controls — Rudder Pedal Control System — Inspection / Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0221 is an official regulatory document addressing the rudder pedal control system on Airbus Defence and Space C-212 aeroplanes. It applies to specific C-212 variants and targets rudder pedal support boxes and shafts with certain part numbers. The directive mandates inspections and modifications to ensure the structural integrity of the rudder pedal system.

Sep 5, 2019
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Defence & Space C-212Airbus Defence and Space C-212

EASA AD US-2019-16-10

Stabilizers - Horizontal Stabilizer Pivot Pin Assemblies - Inspection

Federal Aviation Administration Airworthiness Directive 2019-16-10 is a final rule addressing certain Boeing Company Model 787-8 airplanes. It mandates a one-time inspection of the horizontal stabilizer pivot pin assemblies to check for misalignment and incorrect gapping, with required corrective actions if issues are found. This directive aims to ensure the integrity of the horizontal stabilizer pivot pin assemblies to maintain safe flight control.

Sep 5, 2019
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 787Boeing 787-8

EASA AD US-2019-16-12

Wings - Vertical Stiffeners - Installation / Replacement

Airworthiness Directive 2019-16-12 is a final rule issued by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) addressing The Boeing Company Model 737-100, -200, -200C, -300, -400, and -500 series airplanes. It mandates replacement of vertical stiffeners at left and right buttock line 6.15 on the rear spar of the wing center section, along with installation of angle and bonding jumpers, brackets, sealant, and paint. This directive responds to identified cracks in vertical stiffeners and potential ignition sources in the fuel tank due to degraded fault current bonding paths.

Sep 5, 2019
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 737Boeing 737-100Boeing 737-200Boeing 737-200CBoeing 737-300Boeing 737-400Boeing 737-500

EASA AD 2019-0215

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2021-0173

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0215 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A330 freighter aircraft converted from passenger versions using EASA Supplemental Type Certificates 10063798 and 10063795. The directive addresses the inspection and replacement of flexible hoses in the courier area oxygen distribution system to prevent oxygen leakage. It applies to specific part numbers of flexible hoses installed in the courier area oxygen system on these converted A330 freighter aircraft.

Sep 4, 2019
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A330

EASA AD 2019-0218

Fuel — Fuel Tank Connection Hoses — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0218 is an airworthiness directive addressing fuel tank connection hoses on Diamond Aircraft Industries GmbH DA 42, DA 42 M, DA 42 NG, and DA 42 M-NG aeroplanes. It targets specific fuel tank connection hoses with part number D4D-2817-10-70 that were found to be defective due to dissolved rubber components. The directive mandates replacement of these affected hoses to ensure continued safe operation of the aircraft.

Sep 3, 2019
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtDiamond Aircraft Industries DA 42Diamond Aircraft Industries GmbH DA 42Diamond Aircraft Industries GmbH DA 42 MDiamond Aircraft Industries GmbH DA 42 NGDiamond Aircraft Industries GmbH DA 42 M-NG

EASA AD 2019-0216

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2020-0232

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0216 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting all Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes. It mandates compliance with the Airbus A380 Airworthiness Limitations Section Part 2 Revision 08, which includes damage tolerant airworthiness limitation items. This directive ensures the continued airworthiness of these aircraft by requiring updated maintenance tasks and intervals.

Sep 2, 2019
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A380Airbus A380-841Airbus A380-842Airbus A380-861