EASA Regulations & Airworthiness Directives

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EASA AD 2019-0037

Landing Gear — Nose Landing Gear Turning Tube Assembly — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0037 is an airworthiness directive addressing the nose landing gear turning tube assemblies on Fokker F28 Mark 0070 and Mark 0100 aeroplanes. It mandates the replacement of certain affected nose landing gear turning tube assemblies with serviceable parts to ensure continued airworthiness. The directive applies to parts with specific part numbers installed on these aircraft models.

Feb 19, 2019
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtFokker F28Fokker F28 Mark 0070Fokker F28 Mark 0100

EASA AD 2019-0038

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2022-0001

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0038 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes. It addresses a fuel leak issue observed in the wing area that could potentially lead to fire hazards. The directive mandates a modification to the wing inner rear spar trailing edge to improve drainage and prevent fuel accumulation.

Feb 19, 2019
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A380Airbus A380-841Airbus A380-842Airbus A380-861

EASA AD US-2019-01-04

Navigation - Flight Management System Operational Program Software - Inspection / Installation

The Federal Aviation Administration Airworthiness Directive 2019-01-04 is a final rule addressing all Boeing Model 787 series airplanes. It mandates inspection and potential installation of updated flight management system operational program software to prevent unsafe flight conditions caused by stale flight data in the spare flight management function. This directive aims to enhance navigation safety by mitigating risks of uncommanded descent or turn during flight.

Feb 18, 2019
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 787

EASA AD US-2019-03-01

SUPERSEDED BY FAA AD 2022-06-09

FAA Airworthiness Directive 2019-03-01 is a final rule addressing certain Pratt & Whitney PW4074, PW4074D, PW4077, PW4077D, PW4084D, PW4090, and PW4090-3 turbofan engines equipped with specific 1st-stage low-pressure compressor (LPC) blades. The directive mandates thermal acoustic imaging inspections to detect cracks and requires removal of blades that fail inspection to prevent unsafe conditions. This AD aims to enhance safety by preventing uncontained blade failures that could damage the engine and aircraft.

Feb 18, 2019
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtPratt & Whitney PW4070Pratt & Whitney PW4080Pratt & Whitney PW4090

EASA AD 2019-0032

Landing Gear — Main Landing Gear Spring Pack Assemblies — Replacement

The document titled 'Landing Gear — Main Landing Gear Spring Pack Assemblies — Replacement' is a regulatory directive concerning the Pilatus Aircraft Ltd PC-12 type designation. It addresses the replacement requirements for the main landing gear spring pack assemblies on this specific aircraft model to ensure continued airworthiness and safety.

Feb 15, 2019
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtPilatus Aircraft PC-12Pilatus PC-12

EASA AD 2019-0036

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2019-0174

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0036 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Leonardo S.p.A. AB139 and AW139 helicopters. It addresses the replacement of the main gearbox bearing lock-nut part number 3G6320A09151 to prevent potential failure of the main gearbox planetary gears. This directive applies to all serial numbers of the AB139 and AW139 helicopter models.

Feb 15, 2019
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtLeonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AB139Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AW139Leonardo AB139Leonardo AW139

EASA AD 2019-0033

Engine Fuel & Control — Carburettor Throttle Valve Shaft Linkage — Inspection / Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0033 is an airworthiness directive addressing the inspection and modification of the carburettor throttle valve shaft linkage on Nimbus-4M and Nimbus-4DM powered sailplanes equipped with SOLO 2625 02 engines. The directive targets the spring pins used in the linkage, specifying that pins with a diameter smaller than 3 mm must be replaced. This AD aims to ensure continued safe engine power control on affected sailplanes.

Feb 14, 2019
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtSchempp Hirth Flugzeugbau Nimbus-4 Powered SailplanesNimbus-4MNimbus-4DM

EASA AD 2019-0034

Tail Rotor — Blades — Life Limit / Re-identification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0034 is an airworthiness directive affecting Airbus Helicopters SA 341 G and SA 342 J models. It addresses the life limit and re-identification requirements for specific tail rotor blades with certain part numbers. The directive mandates compliance with new service life limits and re-identification procedures to ensure continued airworthiness.

Feb 14, 2019
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters SA 341Airbus Helicopters 342Airbus Helicopters SA 341 GAirbus Helicopters SA 342 J

EASA AD CF-2019-03

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks — New Airworthiness Life Limitations

The Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2019-03 is a regulatory document addressing Bell Helicopter Textron Canada Ltd. model 429 helicopters, specifically serial numbers 57001 through 57351. It introduces new airworthiness life limitations related to a Centrifugal Force Bearing (CFB) with Part Number 429-310-003-103. This directive mandates updates to maintenance manuals to include these new life limits to ensure continued airworthiness.

Feb 14, 2019
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBell 429Bell Helicopter Textron Canada Ltd. 429

EASA AD 2019-0030

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2019-0275

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0030 is an airworthiness directive issued for Airbus Helicopters Deutschland GmbH MBB-BK117 D-2 helicopters. It addresses the inspection and replacement of engine mount bushings, specifically part number 105-60386, to prevent potential failure of engine mount front support pins. This directive mandates inspections and replacement with serviceable parts to ensure continued safe operation of affected helicopters.

Feb 13, 2019
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters MBB-BK 117Airbus Helicopters MBB-BK117 D-2

EASA SIB 2019-02

Explosive Door Openings on Parked Aeroplanes

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2019-02 is a safety information bulletin addressing the risk of explosive door openings on parked aeroplanes due to excessive differential pressure between the cabin and the outside environment. This bulletin applies broadly to air operators, aerodrome operators, approved training organisations, maintenance organisations, and continuing airworthiness management organisations. It highlights the hazard during normal operations, maintenance, and training activities involving pressurised aeroplanes, without specifying particular aircraft or engine models.

Feb 12, 2019
Safety Information BulletinFlight OpsMaintenanceTrainingSafety Mgmt

EASA AD CF-2019-05

Engine Control - Fuel Control Unit Galvanic Corrosion Contamination

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2019-05 addresses galvanic corrosion contamination in the Fuel Control Unit (FCU) of Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6B-37A engines, serial number PCE-PU0289 and earlier. The directive mandates replacement of affected FCUs to prevent engine control loss and potential inflight shutdowns. This AD aims to enhance engine reliability and safety for operators using these specific engines.

Feb 11, 2019
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtPratt & Whitney Canada PT6B

EASA AD US-2019-02-04

Engine - High-Pressure Turbine Stator Cases - Removal / Replacement

FAA Airworthiness Directive 2019-02-04 is a final rule addressing Engine Alliance GP7270, GP7272, and GP7277 turbofan engines equipped with certain high-pressure turbine (HPT) stator cases. This directive mandates the removal and replacement of affected HPT stator cases due to unapproved welds discovered during manufacturing, which pose a risk of engine failure and potential fire. The directive applies specifically to HPT cases with part numbers 2060M40G02 or 2137M29G01 and certain serial numbers listed in Engine Alliance service bulletins.

Feb 11, 2019
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtEngine Alliance GP7200

EASA AD US-2018-24-01

SUPERSEDED BY FAA AD 2019-06-01

FAA Airworthiness Directive 2018-24-01 is a final rule addressing certain International Aero Engines PW1100G-JM turbofan engine models equipped with specific low-pressure turbine 1st- and 3rd-stage disks. The directive mandates removal and replacement of these disks due to manufacturing defects that could lead to unsafe engine conditions. This AD applies to multiple PW1100G-JM variants including PW1133G-JM, PW1133GA-JM, PW1130G-JM, PW1127G-JM, PW1127GA-JM, PW1127G1-JM, PW1124G-JM, PW1124G1-JM, and PW1122G-JM engines.

Feb 11, 2019
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtInternational Aero Engines PW1100International Aero Engines PW1400

EASA AD 2019-0029

Engine — Propeller Reduction Gear Excentric Axle Bearings — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0029 is an airworthiness directive addressing Solo Kleinmotoren GmbH Solo 2350 B, 2350 BS, 2350 C, and 2350 D engines installed on powered sailplanes from manufacturers such as DG Flugzeugbau, Alexander Schleicher Segelflugzeugbau, Schempp-Hirth Flugzeugbau, and Technoflug Leichtflugzeugbau. The directive mandates replacement of the propeller reduction gear eccentric axle bearings and related parts to prevent failure. It applies to all serial numbers of the affected engines.

Feb 8, 2019
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtSolo Kleinmotoren Gmbh 2350DG Flugzeugbau Powered SailplaneAlexander Schleicher Segelflugzeugbau Powered SailplaneSchempp-Hirth Flugzeugbau Powered SailplaneTechnoflug Leichtflugzeugbau Powered Sailplane

EASA AD US-2019-02-03

SUPERSEDED BY FAA AD 2021-02-06

FAA Airworthiness Directive 2019-02-03 is a final rule affecting all Boeing 787-8, 787-9, and 787-10 airplanes. It mandates revisions to the existing maintenance or inspection programs to incorporate new or more restrictive airworthiness limitations related to internal engine fire handle components. This directive addresses a latent failure risk that could prevent proper engine fire handle operation.

Feb 8, 2019
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 787Boeing 787-8Boeing 787-9Boeing 787-10

EASA AD CF-2019-04

Cold Weather Operations — Introduction of Low Temperature Ground Wing Anti-Ice System

The Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2019-04 titled 'Cold Weather Operations — Introduction of Low Temperature Ground Wing Anti-Ice System' applies to Bombardier Inc. CL-600-2A12 (Challenger 601) and CL-600-2B16 (Challenger 601-3A/3R) aircraft with serial numbers 3001 to 3066 and 5001 to 5194. This directive mandates modifications to improve safety during cold weather ground operations by introducing a low temperature ground wing anti-ice system. It includes updates to flight manuals, maintenance schedules, and installation of the new anti-ice system.

Feb 7, 2019
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBombardier CL-600 (Challenger)Bombardier CL-600-2A12Bombardier CL-600-2B16

EASA AD CF-2015-28R2

Equipment / Furnishings — Damaged Decompression Window Louver Panel Assemblies and Detached Blowout Panels

Airworthiness Directive CF-2015-28R2 addresses damaged decompression window louver panel assemblies and detached blowout panels on Bombardier Inc. aeroplanes, specifically models CL-600-2B19, CL-600-2C10, CL-600-2D15, CL-600-2D24, and CL-600-2E25 configured with a Class C Cargo Compartment. This directive mandates inspections and corrective actions to ensure the integrity of cargo compartment components that are critical for smoke detection and fire suppression. The directive updates maintenance requirements to prevent uncontrolled cargo compartment fires.

Feb 7, 2019
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtMHI RJ Aviation CL-600 (Regional Jet)Bombardier CL-600-2B19Bombardier CL-600-2C10Bombardier CL-600-2D15Bombardier CL-600-2D24Bombardier CL-600-2E25

EASA AD 2019-0028

Flight Controls — Flight Control Primary Computer — Modification / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0028 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A340-211, A340-212, A340-213, A340-311, A340-312, A340-313, A340-541, A340-542, A340-642, and A340-643 aeroplanes equipped with certain Flight Control Primary Computer (FCPC) software standards. The directive mandates modification or replacement of the FCPC software to newer standards to enhance Angle of Attack (AOA) blockage detection. It also allows removal of a previously required operational procedure from the Aircraft Flight Manual once the modification is completed.

Feb 7, 2019
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A340Airbus A340-211Airbus A340-212Airbus A340-213Airbus A340-311Airbus A340-312Airbus A340-313Airbus A340-541Airbus A340-542Airbus A340-642Airbus A340-643