EASA Regulations & Airworthiness Directives

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EASA AD 2019-0306

Dec 18, 2019

Air Conditioning — Dump Switch — Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0306 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting DAHER AEROSPACE TBM 700 aeroplanes, excluding serial numbers 1105 and lower. The directive addresses a potential safety issue related to the air conditioning dump switch, specifically those with Part Number 7388475012 without a seal. It mandates modification of the affected switches to ensure continued safe operation of the aircraft.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Daher Aerospace TBM 700

EASA AD CF-2019-30R1

Dec 18, 2019

Compressor Turbine Blade Fracture due to Non-conforming CT Vane Installation

The Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2019-30R1 addresses compressor turbine blade fractures caused by non-conforming compressor turbine (CT) vane installations on Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-34, -34B, -34AG, -114, and -114A engines. This directive updates previous information and clarifies affected CT blade part numbers, focusing on engines with CT vanes repaired under Southwest Turbine Inc. repair specification STI 72-50-254. The directive aims to prevent power loss and in-flight shutdowns resulting from CT blade failures.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-100
  • Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-30

EASA AD 2019-0308

Dec 18, 2019

Landing Gear — Nose Landing Gear Leg / Pin — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0308 is an airworthiness directive issued by EASA concerning the replacement of the nose landing gear leg pin on Aircraft Industries L-410 and L-420 aeroplanes. It addresses specific pin part numbers installed on the nose landing gear legs that have been found to cause steering malfunctions. The directive applies to all manufacturer serial numbers of the affected aircraft models.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Aircraft Industries L 410
  • Aircraft Industries 420 (Turbolet)
  • Aircraft Industries L-410
  • Aircraft Industries L-420

EASA AD 2019-0239R1

Dec 18, 2019

Power Plant — Engine Mount — Inspection / Placards & Markings — Aerobatics Manoeuvres Prohibited — Installation / Aircraft Flight Manual — Section Limitations — Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0239R1 is an amendment addressing engine mount inspections and placard requirements for XtremeAir GmbH XA41 and XA42 aeroplanes. It focuses on engine mounts with Part Number XA42-7120-151 and updates limitations related to aerobatic manoeuvres in the Aircraft Flight Manual. The directive mandates inspections to detect cracks and updates operational limitations accordingly.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Liftify Ug XA41
  • Liftify Ug XA42
  • XtremeAir XA41
  • XtremeAir XA42

EASA AD 2019-0220R1

Dec 17, 2019

Fuselage – Rear Cone Frame Feet 102/103 – Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0220R1 is an amendment addressing structural integrity issues on Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes. It mandates modification of the fuselage rear cone frame feet 102 and 103 between stringers 19 and 20 on both left and right sides to reinforce the skin-to-frame attachment. This directive applies to all serial numbers except those with Airbus modifications 77936 or 77140 incorporated during production.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Airbus A380

EASA AD 2019-0303

Dec 16, 2019

Landing Gear — Main Landing Gear — Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0303 is an airworthiness directive issued for Airbus Helicopters EC 175 B models. It addresses inspection and replacement requirements for specific left-hand and right-hand main landing gear shock absorbers identified by certain part and serial numbers. The directive aims to ensure continued airworthiness by mandating removal and replacement of affected parts to prevent landing gear failure.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus Helicopters EC175
  • Airbus Helicopters EC 175 B

EASA AD US-2019-25-01

Dec 16, 2019

NOT ADOPTED - EASA DECISION ATTACHED

The document titled 'NOT ADOPTED - EASA DECISION ATTACHED' is a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airworthiness Directive (AD 2019-25-01) addressing certain International Aero Engines, LLC (IAE LLC) turbofan engines including models PW1122G-JM, PW1124G-JM, PW1124G1-JM, PW1127G1-JM, PW1127GA-JM, PW1127G-JM, PW1129G-JM, PW1130G-JM, PW1133GA-JM, and PW1133G-JM. This AD mandates the replacement of specific low-pressure turbine (LPT) 3rd-stage blades due to multiple reported failures that reduce engine thrust and pose safety risks. The directive aims to mitigate the unsafe condition caused by impact damage to these blades.

Airworthiness Directive
  • International Aero Engines PW1100
  • International Aero Engines PW1400

EASA AD US-2019-22-05

Dec 16, 2019

Superseded by FAA AD 2022-09-14

Airworthiness Directive 2019-22-05 is a final rule issued by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) that supersedes AD 2017-23-06. It applies to General Electric Company CF34-8C series turbofan engines, including models CF34-8C1, CF34-8C5, CF34-8C5A1, CF34-8C5B1, CF34-8C5A2, and CF34-8C5A3. The directive addresses safety concerns related to the operability bleed valve (OBV) to prevent engine fires and potential damage to aircraft.

Airworthiness Directive
  • General Electric CF34-8

EASA AD US-2019-23-06

Dec 16, 2019

Superseded by FAA AD 2022-15-09

FAA Airworthiness Directive 2019-23-06 is a final rule addressing certain Boeing 757-200, -200CB, and -300 series airplanes. It mandates inspections for cracks initiating in the fuselage frame web at body station 1640, including visual and high frequency eddy current inspections, with applicable corrective actions. This directive aims to maintain structural integrity and safety of the affected aircraft.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Boeing 757200200CB300

EASA AD US-2019-22-02

Dec 16, 2019

Superseded by FAA AD 2025-01-08

FAA Airworthiness Directive 2019-22-02 is a final rule addressing uncommanded fore and aft movement of the Captain's and First Officer's seats on all Boeing 747-200B, 747-200C, 747-200F, 747-300, 747-400, 747-400D, 747-400F, 747-8F, and 747-8 series airplanes. The directive mandates repetitive inspections and checks of the horizontal movement system and actuators, detailed inspections for certain airplanes, and applicable corrective actions. It also provides an optional terminating action for certain seat models to resolve the unsafe condition.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Boeing 747200B200C200F300400400D400F8F8

EASA AD 2019-0302

Dec 13, 2019

Flight Controls – Rudder T-Yoke Axle Self-Locking Nut – Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0302 is an airworthiness directive issued for Diamond Aircraft Industries GmbH DA 42 series aeroplanes, including DA 42, DA 42 M, DA 42 NG, and DA 42 M-NG models. The directive addresses the inspection and maintenance of the rudder T-yoke axle self-locking nut to ensure proper installation and prevent potential rudder control issues. It applies to all manufacturer serial numbers of these aircraft.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 42
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries GmbH DA 42
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries GmbH DA 42 MNG
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries GmbH DA 42 NG

EASA AD BR-2019-12-01

Dec 13, 2019

Superseded by ANAC BRAZIL AD 2021-02-01

The Brazilian Emergency Airworthiness Directive EAD No. 2019-12-01 issued by ANAC applies to all Embraer S.A. ERJ 190-300 and ERJ 190-400 aircraft of all serial numbers. It addresses an issue where the smoke detection system in the forward and aft electronic bays may falsely indicate smoke presence during a complete loss of the electrical DC essential bus 2, leading to potentially unsafe electrical shutdown procedures. This directive mandates a revision of the Airplane Flight Manual (AFM) procedures related to electronic bay smoke warnings to ensure safe aircraft operation.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Embraer ERJ 190300400

EASA AD US-2019-20-08

Dec 13, 2019

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks - Airworthiness Limitations Section - Amendment

The document titled "Time Limits / Maintenance Checks - Airworthiness Limitations Section - Amendment" is a final rule airworthiness directive issued by the FAA for Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation Model G-IV and Model GIV-X airplanes. It mandates revisions to the airworthiness limitations section of the aircraft maintenance manual to incorporate updated inspections and life limits addressing fatigue cracking of principal structural elements. This directive affects specific serial numbers of the G-IV and GIV-X series airplanes.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation GIV
  • Gulfstream G-IV
  • Gulfstream GIV-X

EASA SIB CE-19-21

Dec 12, 2019

Air Tractor, Inc., Models AT-602, AT-802, and AT-802A Airplanes - Flap Motor Mounting Studs

The FAA Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin SAIB: CE-19-21 addresses an airworthiness concern for Air Tractor, Inc. Models AT-602, AT-802, and AT-802A airplanes related to flap motor mounting studs. The bulletin excludes AT-802/AT-802A models equipped with part number 71112-1 flap actuators. It informs owners and operators about inspection and replacement procedures for certain flap motor mounting studs to prevent potential loss of flap control.

Safety Information Bulletin

EASA AD 2019-0301

Dec 12, 2019

Flight Controls — Aileron and Elevator Electro-Hydrostatic Actuators — Modification Aircraft Flight Manual — Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0301 is an amendment addressing flight control issues on Airbus A350-941 and A350-1041 aeroplanes. It focuses on the modification of electro-hydrostatic actuators (EHA) for inboard ailerons and elevators, specifically parts with P/N CA67001-025, CB36001-003, and CA67006-025. The directive mandates updates to the Aircraft Flight Manual and installation of modifications to ensure continued airworthiness.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A3509411041

EASA AD 2019-0300

Dec 12, 2019

Main Rotor — Lower and Upper Torque Scissors — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0300 is an airworthiness directive addressing the inspection of Lower and Upper Torque Scissors on PZL SW-4 helicopters. It applies to all serial numbers of this helicopter model and focuses on specific parts including Lower Torque Scissors P/N 60.02.250.00.01 and Upper Torque Scissors P/N 60.02.260.00.02. The directive mandates inspections to ensure correct installation and orientation of these parts to maintain safe helicopter control.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Wsk Pzl-Swidnik SW4
  • PZL SW-4

EASA AD CF-2019-44

Dec 12, 2019

Maintenance Requirements Manual — Introduction of New Appendix A2-00 — Candidate Certification Maintenance Requirements Interval Limitations

Maintenance Requirements Manual — Introduction of New Appendix A2-00 — Candidate Certification Maintenance Requirements Interval Limitations is a Canadian Airworthiness Directive (AD CF-2019-44) that applies to Bombardier Inc. models CL-600-2C10, CL-600-2C11, CL-600-2D15, CL-600-2D24, and CL-600-2E25 aeroplanes. This directive mandates the incorporation of a new appendix into the Maintenance Requirements Manual to establish Candidate Certification Maintenance Requirements (CCMR) interval limitations as Airworthiness Limitations. It ensures operators maintain compliance with updated maintenance intervals to uphold aircraft safety.

Airworthiness Directive
  • MHI RJ Aviation CL-600 (Regional Jet)
  • Bombardier CL-600-2C10
  • Bombardier CL-600-2C11
  • Bombardier CL-600-2D15
  • Bombardier CL-600-2D24
  • Bombardier CL-600-2E25

EASA AD 2018-0043R1

Dec 12, 2019

Power Plant — Rear Engine Mount Assembly — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0043R1 is a regulatory document addressing inspection requirements for the rear engine mount assembly on Airbus A380-841 and A380-842 aeroplanes. It mandates inspections of specific rear engine mount beams and assemblies, particularly those with part numbers L7121076120000 and related assemblies, to detect cracks caused by manufacturing defects. The directive ensures continued airworthiness by requiring detailed or high-frequency eddy current inspections and, if necessary, replacement of affected parts.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A380841842

EASA AD 2016-0232R1

Dec 12, 2019

Rotor Drive(s) — Main Gear Box / Emergency Spraying System — Modification / Functional Test

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2016-0232R1 is an updated regulatory requirement affecting Airbus Helicopters EC 225 LP models. It addresses issues related to oil leaks from the main gearbox caused by inadvertent opening of the emergency lubrication system valve during engine start-up. The directive mandates modifications and functional testing to ensure continued safe operation of the main gearbox lubrication system.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus Helicopters SA 330
  • Airbus Helicopters AS 332
  • Airbus Helicopters EC 225
  • Airbus Helicopters EC 225 LP