EASA Regulations & Airworthiness Directives

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EASA AD 2019-0243

Sep 30, 2019

Fuselage — Structure Frames and Joints — Modification / Reinforcement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0243 is a regulatory document addressing structural modifications and reinforcements for Airbus A340-211, A340-212, A340-213, A340-311, A340-312, and A340-313 aeroplanes. It mandates specific modifications to fuselage structure frames and joints to ensure continued airworthiness and structural integrity. The directive applies to all manufacturer serial numbers of the affected Airbus A340 models.

Airworthiness Directive

Airbus A340211212213311312313

EASA AD US-2019-18-03

Sep 27, 2019

Exhaust - Thrust Reverser Upper Locking Actuators - Maintenance Instructions Amendment / Integrity Testing

The Exhaust - Thrust Reverser Upper Locking Actuators - Maintenance Instructions Amendment / Integrity Testing is a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) airworthiness directive (AD 2019-18-03) applicable to all Boeing 737 series airplanes except models 737-100, -200, -200C, -300, -400, and -500. This directive addresses unsafe conditions related to the thrust reverser upper locking actuator by requiring revisions to maintenance programs and, for certain models, repetitive integrity testing. The AD aims to prevent undetected failures of the locking mechanism that could lead to in-flight thrust reverser deployment and loss of airplane control.

Airworthiness Directive

Boeing 737

EASA AD CF-2019-34

Sep 27, 2019

Superseded by CANADIAN AD CF-2020-15

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2019-34 addresses the failure risk of bolted fittings in the tail rotor drive shaft couplings on Bell Helicopter Textron Canada Limited models 206, 206A, 206A-1, 206B, 206B-1, 206L, 206L-1, 206L-3, and 206L-4. The directive mandates replacing MS21042 series nuts with NAS9926 series nuts to prevent potential tail rotor drive loss. This AD aims to enhance flight safety by mitigating the risk of tail rotor control failure due to nut cracking or loss.

Airworthiness Directive

Bell 206
Bell Helicopter Textron Canada Limited 206
Bell Helicopter Textron Canada Limited 206A1
Bell Helicopter Textron Canada Limited 206B1
Bell Helicopter Textron Canada Limited 206L134

EASA AD US-2019-18-09

Sep 27, 2019

Superseded by FAA AD US-2023-09-13

FAA Airworthiness Directive 2019-18-09 is a final rule affecting all Lockheed Martin Corporation/Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Company Model 382 series airplanes and Model C-130A, HP-C-130A, EC-130Q, and C-130B airplanes. It mandates inspections of the center wing upper and lower rainbow fittings for cracks and requires replacement if cracks are found. This directive addresses a critical safety issue involving cracked inner tangs of the center wing lower rainbow fittings.

Airworthiness Directive

Lockheed Martin Corporation 382 (Hercules)
Lockheed Martin Model 382
Lockheed Martin C-130A
Lockheed Martin HP-C-130A
Lockheed Martin EC-130Q
Lockheed Martin C-130B

EASA AD 2019-0242

Sep 26, 2019

Aircraft Flight Manual — Use of the Disc Braking System — Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0242 is an amendment concerning the use of the disc braking system on CEAPR DR 400 aeroplanes, including various DR 400 models up to serial number 2668. This directive addresses safety issues related to brake and wing fires caused by incorrect use of the disc braking system. It applies to aircraft equipped with disc brakes and not modified by CEAPR modification DET150102.

Airworthiness Directive

Ceapr DR 400

EASA AD US-2019-19-11

Sep 26, 2019

Superseded by FAA AD 2019-21-11

FAA Airworthiness Directive 2019-19-11 is a final rule addressing certain Pratt & Whitney PW1500G and PW1900G model turbofan engines. It mandates initial and repetitive inspections of the low-pressure compressor inlet guide vane and rotor 1, with potential replacement of the low-pressure compressor based on inspection results. This directive aims to prevent failures that have caused recent in-flight shutdowns.

Airworthiness Directive

Pratt & Whitney PW1500G
Pratt & Whitney PW1900G

EASA AD CF-2019-32

Sep 25, 2019

Engine — High Pressure Turbine Rear Cover Life Limitation Reduction

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2019-32 addresses the life limitation reduction of the High Pressure Turbine (HPT) rear cover on Pratt & Whitney Canada model PW127G engines. This directive mandates compliance with updated low cycle fatigue life values for specific HPT rear cover parts, identified as P/Ns 3039639 and 3078516-01. The directive aims to ensure continued airworthiness by preventing engine and potential aircraft damage due to part failure.

Airworthiness Directive

Pratt & Whitney Canada PW100

EASA AD 2019-0240

Sep 25, 2019

Fuel — Saddle Clamps / Motive-Flow Fuel Pipes — Replacement / Alignment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0240 is an airworthiness directive issued by EASA affecting all Pilatus PC-24 aeroplanes. It addresses the replacement and alignment of flexible saddle clamps and motive-flow fuel pipes installed between frame 34 and 36 to prevent potential fuel leaks. The directive mandates the replacement of specific flexible saddle clamps with fixed saddle clamps to ensure continued airworthiness and safety.

Airworthiness Directive

Pilatus Aircraft PC-24
Pilatus PC-24

EASA AD 2019-0237R1

Sep 24, 2019

Cabin Systems — Canopy Lock / Rear Locking Rods — Inspection / Check / Repair Aircraft Flight Manual — Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0237R1 is an amendment addressing inspection, check, and repair requirements for the canopy lock and rear locking rods on DG-Flugzeugbau GmbH DG-500 and DG-1000 sailplanes and powered sailplanes. This directive applies to all serial numbers of DG-500 variants and DG-1000S and DG-1000T sailplanes up to serial number 10-144 inclusive. It mandates inspections and repairs to ensure the canopy locking mechanisms function correctly to prevent blockage of the emergency canopy release system.

Airworthiness Directive

Dg Aviation Gmbh DG-1000
Dg Aviation Gmbh DG-500
DG-Flugzeugbau DG-500
DG-Flugzeugbau DG-1000

EASA SIB 2019-12

Sep 24, 2019

Cable Terminals used on Small Aeroplanes with a Mechanical Flight Control Cable System

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2019-12 is an airworthiness bulletin addressing cable terminals used on small aeroplanes with mechanical flight control cable systems. It highlights a safety concern regarding cracking and fracturing of flight control cable terminal attachment fittings connected to turnbuckle barrels. This bulletin applies to aeroplanes certified under CS-23, JAR-23, FAR-23, or equivalent regulations.

Safety Information BulletinSuperseded

EASA AD 2019-0235

Sep 24, 2019

[Correction] ACR ELECTRONICS, Inc. — Emergency Locator Transmitter — Inspection / Modification / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0235 is a regulatory document addressing emergency locator transmitters (ELTs) manufactured by ACR Electronics, Inc., specifically models G406-4, C406-1, C406-1HM, C406-2, C406-2HM, C406-N, and C406-NHM. These ELTs are installed on various Part 23 and Part 25 aeroplanes and helicopters. The directive mandates inspection, testing, modification, and replacement procedures to ensure the proper functioning of the ELTs' longitudinal G-switch.

Airworthiness Directive

All aircraft

EASA AD 2019-0238

Sep 24, 2019

Pneumatic — Bleed Control Computer — Check

The Pneumatic — Bleed Control Computer — Check document is an explanatory statement issued by EASA regarding the absence of an Airworthiness Directive (AD) for the Airbus A400M aircraft in civil service. It clarifies that no publicly available AD exists because the Airbus A400M is currently not operated in civil aviation. The document serves as an informational record for military authorities and design approval holders, recommending that military authorities issue their own applicable ADs.

OtherSuperseded

Airbus Military A400M
Airbus A400M

EASA AD 2019-0230

Sep 20, 2019

[Correction] Engine — Oil Service Pipe Sealing Rings — Inspection / Replacement / Modification / Rework

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0230 is a regulatory document addressing inspection, replacement, modification, and rework of oil service pipe sealing rings on Rolls-Royce Deutschland RB211 Trent 900 engines, commonly installed on Airbus A380 aircraft. The directive targets high pressure/intermediate pressure support structure oil service tube buffer sealing rings with Part Number FW64487 to prevent potential engine failures. It mandates life limits, inspections, and modifications to ensure continued airworthiness and safety.

Airworthiness Directive

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

EASA AD 2019-0234

Sep 19, 2019

Engine – Front Engine Mount Support Structure – Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0234 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency concerning Rolls-Royce Trent XWB series engines installed on Airbus A350 aircraft. The directive mandates inspections of the front engine mount support structure, specifically the low pressure compressor outlet guide vane outer mount ring assembly, to detect potential failures that could lead to engine separation.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded

Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg TRENT XWB
Airbus A350

EASA AD 2012-0108R1

Sep 19, 2019

Fuselage — Frame No.9 — Inspection / Repair

The document titled 'Fuselage — Frame No.9 — Inspection / Repair' pertains to AIRBUS HELICOPTERS models SA/AS 365 and EC 155. It addresses inspection and repair procedures specifically for Frame No.9 of the fuselage structure on these helicopter types. The document provides guidance to ensure structural integrity and airworthiness of the affected aircraft.

Other

Airbus Helicopters SA
Airbus Helicopters AS 365
Airbus Helicopters EC 155
Airbus Helicopters SA 365

EASA AD 2019-0233

Sep 19, 2019

Wings – Overwing Panel – Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0233 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting certain Airbus A319, A320, and A321 aircraft models. It addresses incomplete installations of overwing panel lug attachments that could compromise wing structural integrity. The directive mandates inspections and corrective actions to ensure continued airworthiness of the affected aircraft.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded

Airbus A319
Airbus A320
Airbus A321

EASA AD 2019-0229R1

Sep 18, 2019

Exhaust — Thrust Reverser Cascades and Aft Frame Attachment — Inspection / Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0229R1 is an updated regulatory requirement addressing inspection and modification of the thrust reverser cascades and aft frame attachments on Airbus A380-861 aeroplanes equipped with GP7200 engines. It mandates detailed inspections and modifications of specific thrust reverser parts identified by part and serial numbers to prevent potential part failure and detachment. The directive references Airbus and SAFRAN Nacelles service bulletins for compliance procedures.

Airworthiness Directive

Airbus A380

EASA AD US-2019-18-01

Sep 17, 2019

Turbine - Low-Pressure Turbine Stage 6 Disks - Replacement

The Federal Aviation Administration Airworthiness Directive 2019-18-01 is a final rule addressing certain International Aero Engines AG V2500 model turbofan engines. It targets specific low-pressure turbine (LPT) stage 6 disks identified with material anomalies that could compromise engine safety. This directive mandates the removal and replacement of affected LPT stage 6 disks to prevent potential engine failure and damage to the aircraft.

Airworthiness Directive

International Aero Engines Ag V2500-( )5

EASA AD 2019-0232

Sep 16, 2019

Hydraulic Power — Hydraulic Reservoir Pressurisation Lines — Modification

Hydraulic Power — Hydraulic Reservoir Pressurisation Lines — Modification is a regulatory document applicable to Airbus S.A.S. aircraft models A319, A320, and A321. It addresses modifications related to the hydraulic reservoir pressurisation lines to ensure continued airworthiness and system reliability. The document provides guidance on required changes to maintain hydraulic system integrity on these aircraft types.

Airworthiness Directive

Airbus A319
Airbus A320
Airbus A321

EASA AD 2012-0130-CN

Sep 13, 2019

CANCELLED: Standard Practices and Structure — Envelope Rip Panel — Inspection

CANCELLED: Standard Practices and Structure — Envelope Rip Panel — Inspection is a document designated as AEROPHILE S.A.:5500. It originally provided standard practices and inspection procedures related to the envelope rip panel, likely for Aerophile S.A. products. The document does not specify affected aircraft or engine models.

Other

Aerophile 5500