EASA Regulations & Airworthiness Directives

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EASA AD US-2018-23-13

Oxygen - Flightcrew Oxygen Masks - Inspection / Replacement

Federal Aviation Administration Airworthiness Directive 2018-23-13 is a final rule applicable to all Boeing Model 747-8 and 747-8F series airplanes. It addresses an unsafe condition where flightcrew oxygen masks and regulators did not function as designed during flight testing, potentially delaying mask deployment. This directive mandates inspection and replacement of certain oxygen masks and regulators to ensure proper functionality.

Nov 30, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 747Boeing 747-8Boeing 747-8F

EASA AD 2018-0258

Windows — Swing Door Jettisonable Window — Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0258 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus Helicopters EC 155 B and EC 155 B1 models fitted with hinged cabin doors. The directive mandates a modification to the swing door jettisonable windows to ensure they can be opened with the required force. This AD addresses a safety concern related to the difficulty in jettisoning these windows during emergency evacuations.

Nov 30, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters SAAirbus Helicopters AS 365Airbus Helicopters EC 155Airbus Helicopters EC 155 BAirbus Helicopters EC 155 B1

EASA AD US-2018-24-02

Wings - Upper and Lower Reinforcing Straps on the Ailerons - Inspection / Replacement

The Federal Register Volume 83, Number 228, Final Rule titled "Wings - Upper and Lower Reinforcing Straps on the Ailerons - Inspection / Replacement" is an airworthiness directive issued by the FAA for certain Dassault Aviation Model MYSTERE-FALCON 50, MYSTERE-FALCON 900, and FALCON 900EX airplanes equipped with blended winglets. It mandates repetitive inspections and replacement of cracked reinforcing straps on the ailerons to ensure continued airworthiness.

Nov 29, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtDassault Falcon 900EXDassault Mystère-Falcon 50Dassault Mystère-Falcon 900Dassault Aviation MYSTERE-FALCON 50Dassault Aviation MYSTERE-FALCON 900Dassault Aviation FALCON 900EX

EASA AD 2018-0256

Hydraulic Power — Ram Air Turbine Actuator — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0256 is an airworthiness directive addressing the replacement of Ram Air Turbine (RAT) actuators, part number 764711C, on Airbus A320-214, A320-232, A320-233, A321-211, and A321-231 aircraft with specific manufacturer serial numbers. The directive mandates replacement of affected RAT actuators due to a manufacturing defect that could prevent RAT deployment. This AD applies to certain Airbus A320 and A321 models and aims to ensure continued safe operation of these aircraft.

Nov 28, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A320Airbus A321

EASA AD 2018-0257

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2019-0135

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0257 is an airworthiness directive addressing Rolls-Royce Trent 1000 series engines installed on Boeing 787 aircraft. It mandates the replacement of intermediate pressure turbine blades (IPTB) due to reported cracking caused by sulphidation corrosion. The directive applies to specific engine serial numbers and introduces cyclic life limits for used, refurbished IPTB parts.

Nov 28, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtRolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg TRENT 1000Boeing 787

EASA AD 2018-0233R1

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2022-0115

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0233R1 is a regulatory update addressing structural integrity concerns in Airbus A319, A320, and A321 aeroplanes. It mandates inspections and modifications of cargo compartment fitting brackets, tack, and rivet holes to detect and repair fatigue damage. This directive applies to specific serial numbers and configurations of these Airbus models.

Nov 28, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A319Airbus A320Airbus A321

EASA SIB SW-18-31

Aspen Avionics, Inc. - Display Systems installed by Supplementary Type Certificate No. SA10822SC

The Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin SAIB: SW-18-31 issued by the FAA on November 21, 2018, addresses an airworthiness concern for aircraft equipped with Aspen Avionics, Inc. Evolution EFD1000 and EFD500 display systems installed under Supplementary Type Certificate No. SA10822SC. The bulletin affects a wide range of aircraft models including Cessna, Piper, Mooney, Cirrus, and others listed in the FAA Approved Model List. It informs operators of a temporary loss of flight display information due to repeated resets linked to the ADS-B IN (FIS-B) Weather Interface option in software version 2.9.

Nov 27, 2018
Safety Information BulletinFlight OpsSafety Mgmt

EASA AD US-93-14-19R1

CANCELLED: Wings - Trailing Edge Wedge of the Leading Edge Slat - Inspections

Airworthiness Directive 93-14-19 issued by the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration addresses inspections of the trailing edge wedges of the leading edge slats on Boeing 767 series airplanes, line numbers 1 through 488. The directive mandates specific inspection methods and repair procedures to prevent separation of these components, ensuring continued airworthiness and safety of the affected aircraft.

Nov 27, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 767

EASA AD 2012-0053R1

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2022-0025

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2012-0053R1 is a regulatory document addressing inspection and modification requirements for the main and center landing gear bogie pivot pins on Airbus A330 and A340 aeroplanes. It applies to multiple A330 and A340 variants except those modified with specific Airbus modifications 207165 or 207649. The directive mandates repetitive inspections to detect cracks or degradation in bogie pivot pins and bushes to prevent potential landing gear collapse.

Nov 27, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A330Airbus A340

EASA AD 2018-0255

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2022-0026

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0026 addresses safety requirements for Airbus S.A.S. aircraft models A319, A320, and A321. This directive provides updated instructions and mandatory actions to ensure continued airworthiness and operational safety of these aircraft types. It replaces previous directives to incorporate the latest safety findings and regulatory standards.

Nov 27, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A319Airbus A320Airbus A321

EASA AD 2018-0253

SUPERSEDED BY EASA ADR 2019-0161

The document titled SUPERSEDED BY EASA ADR 2019-0161 is an explanatory statement regarding the absence of an Airworthiness Directive (AD) document for Europrop International GmbH TP400-D6 engines. It clarifies that no civil service aircraft currently use these engines, so no public AD exists. The document serves as an informational record for military authorities and design approval holders, recommending that military authorities issue their own ADs for affected aircraft.

Nov 23, 2018
OtherMaintenanceSafety MgmtEpi Europrop International Gmbh TP400-D6

EASA AD 2018-0252-E

Tail Rotor — Tail Rotor Flight Control System — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0252-E is an emergency directive addressing inspection requirements for the tail rotor flight control system on Leonardo AW169 and AW189 helicopters. It mandates inspections of the tail rotor servo-actuator installation and the tail rotor duplex bearing to prevent potential loss of yaw control. The directive applies to all serial numbers of AW169 and AW189 helicopters.

Nov 21, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtLeonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AW169Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AW189Leonardo AW169Leonardo AW189

EASA AD 2018-0251

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2020-0055

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0251 is an airworthiness directive addressing CFM International LEAP-1B engines installed on Boeing 737-8 and 737-9 aircraft. It mandates updating the electronic engine control (EEC) software to prevent potential thrust loss caused by water accumulation in the FADEC pressure subsystem. This directive applies to all serial numbers of LEAP-1B21 through LEAP-1B28BBJ2 engine models.

Nov 20, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtCFM International LEAP-1BBoeing 737-8Boeing 737-9

EASA AD 2018-0250-E

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2018-0252-E

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0250-E is an emergency directive affecting Leonardo S.p.A. AW169 and AW189 helicopters. It mandates inspections of the tail rotor flight control system, specifically the tail rotor servo-actuator installation and the tail rotor duplex bearing, to prevent potential loss of yaw control. This directive supersedes a previous AD and introduces additional inspection requirements.

Nov 19, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtLeonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AW169Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AW189Leonardo AW169Leonardo AW189

EASA AD US-2018-22-10

Fuel - Fuel System - Review

Airworthiness Directive 2018-22-10 is a final rule issued by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) addressing fuel system safety on Boeing Model DC-10, MD-10, and MD-11 series airplanes. It supersedes AD 2016-04-16 and continues to require design modifications to detect electrical faults and pumps running in empty fuel tanks to prevent potential fuel tank explosions. The directive also introduces optional terminating actions for certain compliance requirements.

Nov 16, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing DC-10Boeing MD-10Boeing MD-11

EASA AD US-2018-20-24

Fuel - Maintenance or Inspection Program - Revision

The Federal Aviation Administration's Final Rule titled 'Fuel - Maintenance or Inspection Program - Revision' issues a new airworthiness directive (AD 2018-20-24) for certain Boeing 737-600, -700, -700C, -800, -900, and -900ER series airplanes. This directive mandates revisions to the maintenance or inspection programs to incorporate updated airworthiness limitations related to fuel tank ignition prevention and the nitrogen generation system. The AD addresses unsafe conditions that could lead to fuel tank explosions or engine flameouts.

Nov 16, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 737Boeing 737-600Boeing 737-700Boeing 737-700CBoeing 737-800Boeing 737-900Boeing 737-900ER

EASA AD 2018-0248

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2019-0195

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0195 is an airworthiness directive applicable to Airbus Helicopters models SA 330, AS 332, and EC 225. This directive supersedes previous related directives and addresses safety concerns specific to these helicopter types. It provides updated instructions to ensure continued airworthiness and operational safety.

Nov 15, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters SA 330Airbus Helicopters AS 332Airbus Helicopters EC 225

EASA AD US-2018-21-01

Engine - Stage 2 Low Pressure Turbine Blades - Inspection / Replacement

Airworthiness Directive 2018-21-01 is a final rule issued by the FAA addressing Honeywell International Inc. AS907-1-1A turbofan engines equipped with second stage low-pressure turbine (LPT2) rotor blades, part number 3035602-1. This directive mandates a one-time inspection of the LPT2 blades and requires replacement if the blades fail inspection to ensure continued airworthiness and safety.

Nov 14, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtHoneywell International AS907

EASA AD US-2018-21-11

SUPERSEDED BY FAA AD 2023-19-02

FAA Airworthiness Directive 2018-21-11 is a final rule addressing Pratt & Whitney PW4074D, PW4077D, PW4084D, PW4090, and PW4090-3 turbofan engines equipped with low-pressure compressor (LPC) fan hubs, part numbers 51B821 or 52B521. The directive mandates repetitive eddy current and fluorescent penetrant inspections to detect cracks in these LPC fan hubs to prevent premature failure. This AD aims to enhance safety by mitigating the risk of uncontained fan hub release and subsequent engine or aircraft damage.

Nov 14, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtPratt & Whitney PW4070Pratt & Whitney PW4080Pratt & Whitney PW4090

EASA AD 2018-0244

Flight Controls — Flap / Slat Torque Shafts — Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0244 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A350-941 aeroplanes. It mandates inspection and potential replacement of flap and slat torque shaft junctions to ensure proper torque of nuts and prevent uncommanded slat or flap movements. The directive references Airbus Service Bulletin A350-27-P022 for detailed inspection and corrective actions.

Nov 13, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A350Airbus A350-941