EASA Regulations & Airworthiness Directives

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EASA AD US-2019-23-16

Jan 29, 2020

Wings - Left and Right Upper Wing Skin - Inspection

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2019-23-16 addresses all Boeing 737-100, -200, -200C, -300, -400, and -500 series airplanes. This directive mandates inspections of the left and right upper wing skin to detect cracks that could lead to fuel leaks and compromise structural integrity. It requires repetitive high frequency eddy current (HFEC) and general visual inspections along with necessary repairs.

Airworthiness Directive

Boeing 737100200200C300400500

EASA AD US-2019-25-20

Jan 28, 2020

Flight Controls - Elevator Booster Actuator - Inspections

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airworthiness Directive 2019-25-20 is a final rule addressing Lockheed Martin Corporation/Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Company Model 382 series and various C-130 model airplanes, including restricted and amateur category types. This directive mandates inspections of the elevator booster actuator assemblies due to reported hydraulic fluid leaks caused by fatigue cracks in the actuator cylinders. The directive aims to ensure continued airworthiness and safety of these aircraft by requiring part number identification, repetitive ultrasonic inspections, and replacement of cracked assemblies.

Airworthiness Directive

Lockheed Martin Corporation 382 (Hercules)
Lockheed Martin Model 382
Lockheed Martin C-130

EASA SIB 2019-15R1

Jan 27, 2020

Flight Recorders on Small Rotorcraft

EASA Safety Information Bulletin No. 2019-15R1 is an airworthiness bulletin addressing the installation of flight recorders on small rotorcraft certified under CS-27, JAR-27, FAR-27, or equivalent regulations. It promotes the use of flight data recorders, including both crash-protected and lightweight types, to enhance safety by recording flight data continuously from take-off to landing. The bulletin applies to type certificate and supplemental type certificate holders, owners, and operators of small rotorcraft not currently required by air operations rules to carry flight recorders.

Safety Information Bulletin

EASA AD 2020-0009

Jan 23, 2020

Electrical Power – Ram Air Turbine Gearbox – Inspection

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.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded

Airbus A380

EASA AD US-2016-07-07

Jan 23, 2020

NOT ADOPTED - EASA DECISION ATTACHED

The document titled NOT ADOPTED - EASA DECISION ATTACHED is a decision by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) regarding the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airworthiness Directive 2016-07-07. This FAA AD applies to all Boeing 757 airplanes except those modified with a Flammability Reduction System (FRS) and requires modification of the fuel quantity indicating system to prevent ignition sources inside the center fuel tank. EASA decided not to adopt FAA AD 2016-07-07 due to insufficient data to justify the required actions for European operators.

Agency Decision

Boeing 757

EASA AD US-2020-01-11

Jan 21, 2020

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.

Airworthiness Directive

Boeing 737800900900ER

EASA SIB 2013-11R1

Jan 20, 2020

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.

Safety Information Bulletin

EASA AD 2020-0008

Jan 20, 2020

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.

Airworthiness Directive

Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 42

EASA AD US-2019-23-14

Jan 17, 2020

[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.

Airworthiness Directive

Boeing 737100200200C300400500

EASA AD 2019-0297R1

Jan 16, 2020

Wings – Lower Skin Covers at Rib Bays – Inspection

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.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded

Airbus A340541542642643

EASA AD 2020-0007

Jan 15, 2020

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.

Airworthiness Directive

CFM International CFM56-5B
CFM International CFM56-5C
CFM International CFM56-7B
Airbus A318
Airbus A319
Airbus A320
Airbus A321
Airbus A340
Boeing 737-600
Boeing 737-700
Boeing 737-800
Boeing 737-900

EASA AD CF-2020-01

Jan 15, 2020

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.

Airworthiness Directive

De Havilland Canada DHC-8
De Havilland DHC-8-400
De Havilland DHC-8-401
De Havilland DHC-8-402

EASA AD US-2019-19-10

Jan 14, 2020

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.

Airworthiness Directive

Boeing 737300400500600700800900ER
Boeing 757
Boeing 767
Boeing 777
Boeing 78789

EASA AD US-2019-23-07

Jan 14, 2020

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.

Airworthiness Directive

Boeing 7878910

EASA AD CF-2018-15R1

Jan 13, 2020

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.

Airworthiness Directive

Airbus BD-500 (A220 Series)
Airbus Canada BD-500-1A10
Airbus Canada BD-500-1A11

EASA AD 2020-0006

Jan 13, 2020

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.

Airworthiness Directive

Powerjet SaM146
Sukhoi RRJ-95B

EASA AD US-2019-24-15

Jan 13, 2020

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.

Airworthiness Directive

Boeing 737900ER

EASA AD US-2019-24-18

Jan 13, 2020

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.

Airworthiness Directive

Boeing 727
Boeing 757
Boeing 767

EASA AD BR-2020-01-01

Jan 10, 2020

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.

Airworthiness Directive

Embraer EMB-505 (Phenom 300)
Embraer EMB-505

EASA AD 2020-0003

Jan 9, 2020

Engine Fuel & Control – Hydro-mechanical Metering Units – Removal from Service

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.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded

Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg RB211 TRENT 900
Airbus A380