EASA Regulations & Airworthiness Directives

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EASA AD 2018-0246

Pneumatic — Engine Bleed Air System — Modification Aircraft Flight Manual — Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0246 is an airworthiness directive affecting Airbus A350-941 and A350-1041 aeroplanes, excluding those with Airbus modification 113759 embodied in production. This directive addresses an issue with the engine bleed air system related to the Auxiliary Power Unit (APU) bleed leak alert and requires an amendment to the Aircraft Flight Manual (AFM).

Nov 13, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A350Airbus A350-941Airbus A350-1041

EASA AD 2018-0247

TRIG AVIONICS Ltd. — Navigation — Transponders — Inspection / Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0247 is an official regulatory document addressing inspection and modification requirements for TRIG AVIONICS Ltd. TT31, AXP340, and KT74 Mode S transponders installed on various Part 23 aeroplanes and Part 27 helicopters. The directive applies to specific serial numbers and part numbers of these transponders, including those supplied by Avidyne Corporation and BendixKing / Honeywell International. It mandates inspections and potential modifications to ensure compliance with crash safety standards.

Nov 13, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety Mgmt

EASA AD US-2018-22-02

Engine - High-Pressure Compressor Front Hub - Replacement

The FAA Airworthiness Directive 2018-22-02 is a final rule addressing International Aero Engines (IAE) PW1133G-JM, PW1133GA-JM, PW1130G-JM, PW1127G-JM, PW1127GA-JM, PW1127G1-JM, PW1124G-JM, PW1124G1-JM, and PW1122G-JM turbofan engines equipped with a specific high-pressure compressor (HPC) front hub, part number 30G2401. This directive mandates the replacement of the HPC front hub due to corrosion issues that pose a risk of uncontained failure. The AD aims to ensure continued airworthiness and safety of affected engines.

Nov 12, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtInternational Aero Engines PW1100International Aero Engines PW1400

EASA AD US-2018-21-10

Engine - High-Pressure Turbine Stator Cases - Replacement

Federal Aviation Administration Airworthiness Directive 2018-21-10 is a final rule addressing all International Aero Engines (IAE) PW1133G-JM, PW1133GA-JM, PW1130G-JM, PW1127G-JM, PW1127GA-JM, PW1127G1-JM, PW1124G-JM, PW1124G1-JM, and PW1122G-JM turbofan engines. This directive requires replacement of specific parts related to the rear high-pressure compressor rotor hub knife edge seal to prevent in-flight engine shutdowns and aborted take-offs. It applies to engines with certain serial numbers and affected part numbers installed.

Nov 12, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtInternational Aero Engines PW1100International Aero Engines PW1400

EASA AD CF-2018-29

Flight Controls — Elevator and Rudder Rod Ends of the Power Control Units

The Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2018-29 addresses flight control safety issues related to elevator and rudder rod ends of the Power Control Units on Bombardier Inc. aeroplanes, including models CL-600-2B19, CL-600-2C10, CL-600-2D15, CL-600-2D24, and CL-600-2E25. It mandates revised maintenance tasks and inspections to detect pitting corrosion and prevent rod end fractures that could compromise control surface functionality. This directive applies to specific serial numbers within these models and aims to enhance operational safety.

Nov 12, 2018
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 CF-2018-30

Stabilizers - Elevator - Spring Tab - Mass Balance Hinge Arm Fracture

The Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2018-30 addresses a safety issue on Bombardier Inc. DHC-8 series aeroplanes, models -102, -103, -106, -201, -202, -301, -311, -314, and -315, serial numbers 003 through 672. It mandates inspection and corrective actions related to the elevator spring tab mass balance hinge arm to prevent fractures that could lead to loss of the spring tab balance weight. This directive aims to ensure continued airworthiness and flight safety by addressing potential flutter risks.

Nov 12, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtDe Havilland Canada DHC-8Bombardier DHC-8-102Bombardier DHC-8-103Bombardier DHC-8-106Bombardier DHC-8-201Bombardier DHC-8-202Bombardier DHC-8-301Bombardier DHC-8-311Bombardier DHC-8-314Bombardier DHC-8-315

EASA AD US-2018-22-05

SUPERSEDED BY FAA AD 2019-02-04

FAA Airworthiness Directive 2018-22-05 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 cases due to unapproved weld repairs discovered at a manufacturing facility, which compromise the structural integrity of these components.

Nov 12, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtEngine Alliance GP7200

EASA AD 2018-0213R1

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2019-0301

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0213R1 is an amendment addressing a technical issue in the inboard aileron electro-hydrostatic actuators on Airbus A350-941 and A350-1041 aeroplanes. The directive requires updates to the Aircraft Flight Manual and installation of specific software modifications to prevent potential loss of inboard aileron control. This directive applies to all serial numbers except those with Airbus modifications 113758 and 113759 incorporated during production.

Nov 9, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A350Airbus A350-941Airbus A350-1041

EASA AD 2018-0243

Doors — Bulk Cargo Door Hinge Arms — Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0243 is an airworthiness directive issued for Airbus A350-941 and A350-1041 aeroplanes. It addresses issues related to the bulk cargo door hinge arms, specifically the bonding and securing of hinge arm bushes. The directive mandates modifications to affected bulk cargo doors to ensure continued airworthiness and safety.

Nov 8, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A350Airbus A350-941Airbus A350-1041

EASA AD 2018-0242

Fuel — Fuel Tank Electrical Harness — Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0242 is an official regulatory document addressing the inspection and replacement of fuel tank electrical harnesses on PZL M28 05 aeroplanes, specifically serial numbers AJE003-01 through AJE003-47 except AJE00344. The directive targets potential defects in thermo-shrinkable tubes installed on electrical harnesses within the fuel tanks that could impair fuel flow and engine performance. It mandates inspection and, if necessary, replacement of affected parts to ensure continued airworthiness.

Nov 8, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtPolskie Zaklady Lotnicze (Pzl) Mielec M28PZL M28 05

EASA AD 2018-0240

Auto Flight — Autopilot Disconnect Logic — Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0240 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting all SAAB 2000 aeroplanes. It mandates a modification to the autopilot disconnect logic to enhance flight safety by ensuring the autopilot disengages correctly when pitch trim switches are operated. This directive addresses a specific safety concern related to autopilot control during flight.

Nov 7, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtSaab Ab 2000SAAB 2000

EASA AD 2018-0239

Engine — High Pressure Turbine Case — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0239 is an official safety directive addressing the replacement of high pressure turbine (HPT) cases in CFM International LEAP-1B engines, which are installed on Boeing 737-8 and 737-9 aircraft. The directive targets specific HPT cases and combustor diffuser nozzle (CDN) cases identified by part and serial numbers due to concerns over unapproved weld repairs and potential life limit reductions. It mandates inspections and replacement of affected parts to prevent possible engine failure and uncontained debris release.

Nov 7, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtCFM International LEAP-1BBoeing 737-8Boeing 737-9

EASA AD US-2018-22-09

Navigation - Integrated Surveillance System Operational Program Software - Inspection / Installation

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2018-22-09 addresses all Boeing Model 787 series airplanes. This directive mandates inspections and software installations related to the Integrated Surveillance System Operational Program Software to correct issues causing incorrect data transmission by the ADS-B out and ATC/TCAS functions. It also requires updates to related software files and databases within the aircraft's display and crew alerting systems.

Nov 7, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 787

EASA AD 2018-0241-E

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2018-0250-E

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0241-E is an emergency directive addressing a potential loss of yaw control in Leonardo AW169 and AW189 helicopters due to incorrect installation of the tail rotor servo-actuator. This directive mandates a one-time visual inspection of the tail rotor flight control system on all serial numbers of these helicopter models. The directive aims to ensure continued safe operation by requiring corrective actions if any installation issues are found.

Nov 7, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtLeonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AW169Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AW189Leonardo AW169Leonardo AW189

EASA AD US-2018-21-08

Fuselage - Bulkhead Frame Web - Inspection

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2018-21-08 addresses all Boeing 737-100, -200, -200C, -300, -400, and -500 series airplanes. This directive mandates repetitive inspections of the fuselage bulkhead frame web at station 259.5 due to detected cracking, and requires applicable on-condition corrective actions to maintain structural integrity.

Nov 6, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 737Boeing 737-100Boeing 737-200Boeing 737-200CBoeing 737-300Boeing 737-400Boeing 737-500

EASA AD 2018-0238

Rotor Drive(s) — Main Gearbox Input Drive Quill — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0238 is an airworthiness directive addressing the inspection of main gearbox input drive quill bolts on PZL W-3A and W-3AS helicopters. It applies specifically to WR-3 main gearboxes with serial numbers up to 316463007 inclusive and bolts part number 89.00.0049. The directive mandates inspection and corrective actions to ensure the proper locking of these bolts to maintain safe engine-to-main gearbox mechanical linkage.

Nov 6, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtWsk Pzl-Swidnik PZL W-3APZL W-3APZL W-3AS

EASA AD 2018-0235

Flight Controls — Flap Actuator / Pushrod Assembly Taper Pins — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0235 is an airworthiness directive addressing the inspection of flap actuator and pushrod assembly taper pins on Pilatus PC-6 aeroplanes, excluding those with electrically operated flaps. The directive targets specific parts with part numbers 6132.0039.51, 6132.0039.52, and 6132.0040.00 to ensure their correct installation and condition. It mandates a one-time inspection to detect improperly swaged taper pins that could compromise flap operation.

Nov 5, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtPilatus Aircraft PC-6Pilatus PC-6

EASA SIB 2018-17R1

Liquid Penetrant Inspection / Use of Visible Dye Penetrant

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2018-17R1 is an airworthiness bulletin addressing the use of visible dye penetrant inspection methods on safety critical hardware installed on engines, propellers, and auxiliary power units (APU). It highlights concerns related to the use of Type II visible penetrant under ordinary white light as per Aerospace Material Specification AMS 2644. The bulletin applies broadly to all safety critical hardware on any engines, propellers, and APUs, including non-US designs.

Nov 5, 2018
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety Mgmt

EASA AD US-2018-20-13

[Correction] Fuel - Motor-Operated Valve Actuators - Replacement / Maintenance or Inspection Program - Revision

Correction Fuel - Motor-Operated Valve Actuators - Replacement / Maintenance or Inspection Program - Revision is a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airworthiness Directive (AD 2018-20-13) addressing certain Boeing Company airplanes including Model 737 (excluding -100, -200, -200C, -300, -400, and -500 series), Model 757, and Model 767 series. The AD targets latently failed motor-operated valve (MOV) actuators of fuel shutoff valves on engines and auxiliary power units (APUs). It mandates replacement of specific MOV actuators and revising maintenance or inspection programs to incorporate updated airworthiness limitations.

Nov 2, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 737Boeing 757Boeing 767

EASA AD 2018-0237-E

Flight Controls — Elevator Control System — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0237-E is an emergency directive addressing the elevator control system inspection for Allstar PZL Glider SZD-54-2 "Perkoz" sailplanes, covering all serial numbers up to 542.A.18.021W inclusive. The directive mandates a one-time inspection of the elevator control system to detect and correct any disconnections or discrepancies. This AD aims to ensure continued safe operation of the affected sailplanes by preventing potential loss of elevator control.

Nov 2, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAllstar Pzl Glider SZD-54 PerkozAllstar PZL Glider SZD-54-2