EASA Regulations & Airworthiness Directives

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EASA AD US-2018-19-21

Fuel - Maintenance or Inspection Program - Revision

Airworthiness Directive 2018-19-21 is a final rule issued by the Federal Aviation Administration affecting all Boeing Model 707, 720, and 720B series airplanes. It requires revising the maintenance or inspection program to incorporate new airworthiness limitations related to fuel system ignition prevention. This directive addresses safety concerns identified through manufacturer fuel system reviews.

Nov 2, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 707Boeing 720Boeing 720B

EASA AD US-2018-20-05

Fuselage - Bulkhead Frame Web - Inspection

Federal Register Volume 83, Number 189 (2018-20-05) is a final rule airworthiness directive issued by the FAA for all Boeing Model 727C, 727-100, 727-100C, 727-200, and 727-200F series airplanes. It addresses cracking found in the bulkhead frame webs at body station 259.5, which could compromise the fuselage integrity. The directive mandates repetitive inspections and applicable corrective actions to ensure continued airworthiness.

Nov 2, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 727Boeing 727CBoeing 727-100Boeing 727-100CBoeing 727-200Boeing 727-200F

EASA AD US-2018-19-32

Nacelles / Pylons - Nacelle Strut Spar, Overwing Fittings and Diagonal Braces / Fittings - Inspection / Replacement

Federal Aviation Administration Airworthiness Directive 2018-19-32 is a final rule applicable to all Boeing Model 707, 720, and 720B series airplanes. It addresses safety concerns related to fractures in the midspar fitting of nacelle strut spars, which could lead to engine separation. The directive mandates repetitive inspections and replacement of certain nacelle strut spar, overwing fittings, diagonal braces, and associated components to ensure structural integrity.

Nov 2, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 707Boeing 720Boeing 720B

EASA AD 2018-0236-E

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2019-0118

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0236-E is an emergency directive addressing Airbus Helicopters EC 175 B models equipped with specific Emergency Flotation Units (EFU) part numbers SE13876 and SE24251. It mandates inspection and possible replacement of the EFU due to a reported issue of unwanted inflation caused by contamination on the EFU's printed circuit board. The directive also requires temporary revisions to the Rotorcraft Flight Manual and Master Minimum Equipment List to prevent manual mode use of the flotation system.

Nov 2, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtFlight OpsAirbus Helicopters EC175Airbus Helicopters EC 175 B

EASA AD US-2018-20-22

Engine - Combustor Assembly - Removal / Replacement

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2018-20-22 mandates the removal and replacement of certain combustor assemblies in General Electric GE90-110B1, GE90-113B, and GE90-115B turbofan engines. This directive addresses combustion cases with unapproved welds that compromise engine safety. It applies specifically to combustion cases with part numbers 2063M37G01 or 2082M19G04 and serial numbers listed in specified GE service bulletins.

Oct 30, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtGeneral Electric GE90

EASA AD US-2018-22-06

Engine Fuel & Control - Metering Valve Pilot Valve - Removal / Replacement

Airworthiness Directive 2018-22-06 is a final rule issued by the Federal Aviation Administration addressing Pratt & Whitney PW2037, PW2037M, and PW2040 turbofan engines. It mandates the removal and replacement of the metering valve pilot valve (MVPV) within certain fuel control units to prevent uncommanded high thrust events. This directive targets engines installed on U.S. registered airplanes and aims to enhance flight safety by addressing a specific unsafe condition.

Oct 30, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtPratt & Whitney PW2000

EASA AD US-2018-20-23

Engine - High Pressure Compressor Rotor Stage 2-5 Spools - Removal / Replacement

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2018-20-23 addresses General Electric Company GE90-110B1 and GE90-115B turbofan engines equipped with certain high-pressure compressor (HPC) rotor stage 2-5 spools. This directive mandates the removal and replacement of specific HPC rotor stage 2-5 spools to prevent unsafe conditions. It applies to engines installed on aircraft operating in the United States.

Oct 30, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtGeneral Electric GE90

EASA AD US-2018-19-09

Landing Gear - Components - Life Limit / Inspection

Airworthiness Directive 2018-19-09 is a final rule issued by the FAA that applies to Sikorsky Model S-92A helicopters. It addresses the life limits and inspection requirements for various landing gear components to prevent fatigue failure. The directive mandates inspections and reduced retirement lives for specific landing gear parts to ensure continued airworthiness.

Oct 30, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtSikorsky S-92Sikorsky S-92A

EASA AD 2018-0232R1

SUPERSEDED BY EASA ADR 2019-0097

EASA Airworthiness Directive Record SUPERSEDED BY EASA ADR 2019-0097 is an explanatory statement regarding the absence of an Airworthiness Directive (AD) document for the Airbus A400M aircraft. Since there are currently no Airbus A400M aeroplanes in civil service, no publicly available AD exists. The document serves as an informational record intended for design approval holders and military airworthiness authorities.

Oct 30, 2018
OtherSafety MgmtAirbus Military A400MAirbus A400M

EASA AD GA8-10

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks - Airworthiness Limitations Section - Amendment

The Commonwealth of Australia Civil Aviation Safety Authority Airworthiness Directive AD/GA8/10 Airworthiness Limitations Section - Service 21/2018 Manual Chapter 4 - Amendment applies to all models of GippsAero GA8 and GA8-TC 320 aeroplanes. It mandates updates to the Airworthiness Limitations Section in the aircraft service manuals to reflect changes approved by CASA. These updates address revised life limitations for specific fuselage strut pick up ribs.

Oct 30, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtGa8 Airvan Pty Ltd (Gippsaero) GA8GippsAero GA8GippsAero GA8-TC 320

EASA AD 2018-0218

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2021-0228

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0218 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aeroplanes. It mandates repetitive internal and external inspections of the center and outer wing box at the Rib 1 junction due to non-compliant taperlok fasteners that could compromise structural integrity. The directive includes detailed inspection thresholds and intervals to ensure continued airworthiness.

Oct 26, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A318Airbus A319Airbus A320Airbus A321

EASA AD US-2018-21-13

Airplane Flight Manual Temporary Revision / Landing Gear - Power Brake Valves - Replacement

Airplane Flight Manual Temporary Revision / Landing Gear - Power Brake Valves - Replacement is a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airworthiness Directive (AD 2018-21-13) addressing Honda Aircraft Company LLC Model HA-420 airplanes. The directive targets power brake valves (PBVs) with part numbers HJ1-13243-101-005 and HJ1-13243-101-007, requiring replacement with an improved PBV part number HJ1-13243-101-009 to correct unsafe braking conditions.

Oct 25, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtHonda Aircraft Company HA-420Honda HA-420

EASA AD US-2018-22-04

Flight Controls - Trailing Edge Flap Rotary Actuator - Inspection / Replacement

Airworthiness Directive 2018-22-04 is a final rule issued by the Federal Aviation Administration addressing certain Boeing Model 787-8 and 787-9 airplanes. It mandates inspection and potential replacement of inboard and outboard trailing edge flap rotary actuators due to incorrect assembly of the no-back brake rotor-stator stack sequence. This AD aims to prevent reduced braking performance and loss of no-back brake function that could affect airplane controllability.

Oct 25, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 787Boeing 787-8Boeing 787-9

EASA AD 2018-0231

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2024-0047

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0231 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aeroplanes. It mandates compliance with updated Fuel Airworthiness Limitations as specified in the Airbus Airworthiness Limitations Section Part 5 Revision 05. This directive applies to all manufacturer serial numbers of the listed Airbus A320 family models.

Oct 25, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A318Airbus A319Airbus A320Airbus A321

EASA AD CF-2018-21R1

Wings — Cracked Spoiler Actuator Bracket

The Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2018-21R1 addresses cracked spoiler actuator brackets on Bombardier DHC-8-400 series aircraft, specifically models -400, -401, and -402 with serial numbers 4001 to 4547. This directive mandates inspections and replacement of the external spoiler actuator brackets to ensure continued airworthiness and safe operation. It provides detailed instructions for initial and periodic inspections as well as part replacements.

Oct 25, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtDe Havilland Canada DHC-8Bombardier DHC-8-400

EASA AD CF-2018-27

Flight Controls - Excess Fiberglass Content in Aileron Control System and Flap Interconnect System Components

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2018-27 addresses excess fiberglass content in Teflon™ parts used in the aileron control system and flap interconnect system of Viking Air Limited CL-215-6B11 (CL-215 and CL-415 variants) aircraft. The directive mandates inspections and replacement of affected Teflon™ components to prevent potential cable wear and rupture. This AD applies specifically to certain serial numbers of these aircraft models.

Oct 24, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtViking Air CL-215Viking Air CL-215-6B11Viking Air CL-415

EASA AD US-2018-20-04

Flight Controls - Normal and Abnormal Procedures Sections of the Airplane Flight Manual - Revisions

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2018-20-04 addresses all Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation Model GVI airplanes. This final rule mandates revisions to the Normal and Abnormal Procedures sections of the airplane flight manual to mitigate risks associated with potential failure of the bi-directional data bus that communicates critical signals between the flight control computer and flight control surfaces.

Oct 24, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveFlight OpsSafety MgmtGulfstream Aerospace Corporation GVIGulfstream GVI

EASA AD 2018-0230

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2019-0208

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0230 is an airworthiness directive issued for Airbus Helicopters Deutschland GmbH MBB-BK117 D-2 helicopters. It addresses issues related to the Aircraft Management Computer software versions V5.0.2 and earlier, focusing on the integrated modular avionics and autopilot cruise height mode. The directive mandates software updates and flight manual amendments to ensure safe helicopter operation.

Oct 23, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters MBB-BK 117Airbus Helicopters MBB-BK117 D-2

EASA AD 2018-0227

Exhaust — Thrust Reverser Latch Beam Gussets — Inspection / Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0227 is an airworthiness directive affecting Airbus A330-223, A330-223F, A330-321, A330-322, and A330-323 aeroplanes equipped with certain Pratt & Whitney thrust reverser assemblies. It mandates inspection and potential modification of the thrust reverser latch beam gussets to address fatigue cracking issues. The directive aims to ensure continued safe operation of these aircraft by preventing possible thrust reverser part failure.

Oct 22, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A330