EASA Regulations & Airworthiness Directives

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EASA AD US-2019-15-07

Sep 13, 2019

[Correction] Fuselage - Fuselage Lower Lobe Frames - Inspection

Correction to Airworthiness Directive 2019-15-07 issued by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) concerning certain Boeing 737-100, 737-200, 737-200C, 737-300, 737-400, and 737-500 series airplanes. This correction addresses an incorrect paragraph reference in the original directive related to inspections of fuselage lower lobe frames. The directive mandates repetitive inspections and applicable repairs to prevent structural failure due to cracking in the fuselage frames.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Boeing 737

EASA AD 2019-0231

Sep 13, 2019

Flight Controls — Flap Drive System / Flap Fairings and Front Inboard Tension Rods — Inspection / Modification / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0231 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Pilatus Aircraft Ltd PC-12/47E aeroplanes with manufacturer serial numbers 1576 and higher. It addresses inspection, modification, and replacement requirements for the flap drive system, specifically the inboard flap fairings aft (IFFA) and front inboard tension rods. The directive aims to ensure continued airworthiness by preventing potential flap drive arm failure due to chafing and corrosion.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Pilatus Aircraft PC-12
  • Pilatus PC-12/47E

EASA AD CF-2016-13R1

Sep 13, 2019

Main Rotor Drive — Loss of Lubrication to the Freewheel Assembly

The Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2016-13R1 titled 'Main Rotor Drive — Loss of Lubrication to the Freewheel Assembly' applies to Bell Helicopter Textron Canada Limited models 206A, 206B, 206L series, and 407 helicopters. It addresses the risk of main rotor mast failure caused by blocked oil restrictors in the freewheel lubrication circuit, which can lead to loss of helicopter control. The directive mandates inspections, cleaning, and possible replacement of components to ensure proper lubrication flow.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Bell 206
  • Bell 407
  • Bell Helicopter Textron Canada 206A
  • Bell Helicopter Textron Canada 206B
  • Bell Helicopter Textron Canada 206L series
  • Bell Helicopter Textron Canada 407

EASA AD US-2019-16-16

Sep 12, 2019

Engine Air Intake System - Rotorcraft Flight Manual Supplement - Revision

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airworthiness Directive 2019-16-16 is a final rule superseding AD 2018-18-12 concerning Airbus Helicopters Model AS350B, AS350B1, AS350B2, AS350B3, and AS350BA equipped with certain Pall Aerospace Inlet Barrier Filter (IBF) elements. This directive addresses unsafe conditions related to water ingestion by the engine due to affected IBF elements, which can cause engine flameout and loss of helicopter control. The AD expands applicability to additional IBF part numbers and prohibits reinstalling removed filters or installing affected filters on any helicopter.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus Helicopters AS 350
  • Airbus Helicopters EC 130
  • Airbus Helicopters AS350B
  • Airbus Helicopters AS350B1
  • Airbus Helicopters AS350B2
  • Airbus Helicopters AS350B3
  • Airbus Helicopters AS350BA

EASA AD 2019-0228

Sep 12, 2019

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.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus Helicopters AS 350
  • Airbus Helicopters EC 130
  • Airbus Helicopters AS 355

EASA AD US-2019-10-51

Sep 12, 2019

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.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus Helicopters MBB-BK 117
  • Airbus Helicopters MBB-BK 117 C-2

EASA AD CF-2019-14R1

Sep 12, 2019

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.

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

EASA AD 2019-0227

Sep 11, 2019

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.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A319
  • Airbus A320

EASA SIB 2019-09R1

Sep 11, 2019

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.

Safety Information Bulletin

EASA AD 2019-0067R1

Sep 11, 2019

Fuselage – Lateral Cockpit Window Frame Upper Stiffener – Inspection

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.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Airbus A318
  • Airbus A319
  • Airbus A320
  • Airbus A321

EASA AD 2019-0226

Sep 11, 2019

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.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A340541542642643

EASA AD 2019-0225-E

Sep 11, 2019

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.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus Helicopters AS 350
  • Airbus Helicopters EC 130
  • Airbus Helicopters AS 350 B3
  • Airbus Helicopters EC 130 T2

EASA SIB CASA-2019-05-Issue-2

Sep 9, 2019

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.

Safety Information Bulletin

EASA AD 2019-0099R2

Sep 6, 2019

Engine – High Pressure Turbine Blades – Inspection / De-Pairing Limitation

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.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg TRENT 1000
  • Boeing 787

EASA AD 2019-0222

Sep 6, 2019

Fuselage – Belly Fairing Torsion Box – Modification

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.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Airbus A380

EASA AD 2019-0224

Sep 6, 2019

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.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Fokker F28
  • Fokker F28 Mark 0070
  • Fokker F28 Mark 0100

EASA AD US-2019-16-05

Sep 6, 2019

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.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Boeing 777

EASA AD 2019-0223

Sep 6, 2019

Wings – Outer Rear Spar – Inspection

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.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Airbus A380

EASA AD 2019-0221

Sep 5, 2019

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.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus Defence & Space C-212
  • Airbus Defence and Space C-212

EASA AD US-2019-16-10

Sep 5, 2019

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.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Boeing 7878