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EASA AD 2018-0228

Power Plant — Engine Air Inlet Cowl Inner Barrel Lower Panels — Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0228 is an airworthiness directive addressing Airbus A330-201, A330-202, A330-203, A330-301, A330-302, and A330-303 aeroplanes equipped with General Electric CF6-80E1 engines. It mandates inspections and potential replacement of the engine air inlet cowl inner barrel lower panels due to reported disbonding issues that could lead to in-flight detachment. The directive includes detailed inspection and modification procedures to ensure continued airworthiness.

Oct 22, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A330

EASA AD 2018-0224

Exhaust — Thrust Reverser Outer Fixed Structure — Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0224 is an airworthiness directive addressing inspection and replacement requirements for the thrust reverser outer fixed structure on Airbus A340-211, A340-212, A340-213, A340-311, A340-312, and A340-313 aeroplanes. It targets thrust reverser units with specific serial numbers that have outer fixed structure panels made of Hexcel Chromic Acid Anodized (CAA) honeycomb core, which are susceptible to disbonding. The directive mandates inspections and corrective actions to prevent potential in-flight loss of the common nozzle assembly.

Oct 19, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A340Airbus A340-211Airbus A340-212Airbus A340-213Airbus A340-311Airbus A340-312Airbus A340-313

EASA AD 2018-0222

Flight Controls — Rudder Shaft Assembly Rivet Configuration — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0222 is an airworthiness directive addressing the rudder shaft assembly rivet configuration on all models of Pilatus Aircraft Ltd PC-6 aeroplanes. It mandates inspection of specific rudder shaft assemblies with part numbers 116.35.06.030 or 6232.0057.00 to verify rivet configuration and ensure compliance with approved standards.

Oct 19, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtPilatus Aircraft PC-6Pilatus PC-6

EASA AD 2018-0225-E

Equipment & Furnishings — Hook Mount Assembly — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0225-E is an emergency directive addressing the inspection of the hook mount assembly on Goodrich rescue hoists, Part Number 44301-10-7, installed on MBB-BK117 C-2 and D-2 helicopters. The directive mandates a one-time inspection and possible replacement of the hook mount assembly to ensure correct assembly and safe operation. It applies to all serial numbers of the affected helicopter models.

Oct 18, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters MBB-BK 117MBB-BK117 C-2MBB-BK117 D-2

EASA SIB SAFO18012

Weight and Balance Calculations

SAFO 18012 is a Safety Alert for Operators issued by the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration reminding Title 14 CFR Part 135 certificate holders of the importance of using accurate data when performing aircraft weight and balance calculations. This alert applies broadly to all Part 135 operators and emphasizes the risks associated with incorrect basic operating weight entries in weight and balance software programs. The document highlights the critical need for verifying pre-loaded data to ensure compliance with approved weight and center of gravity limits.

Oct 18, 2018
Safety Information BulletinFlight OpsSafety Mgmt

EASA AD 2018-0223

B/E AEROSPACE FISCHER GmbH - Seat Energy Absorber Assembly — Modification

B/E AEROSPACE FISCHER GmbH - Seat Energy Absorber Assembly — Modification is a regulatory document addressing changes to the seat energy absorber assembly used in aircraft seating. The document falls under the category APPLIANCES:ATA 25 EQUIPMENT / FURNISHINGS. It focuses on modifications related to the seat energy absorber assemblies manufactured by B/E AEROSPACE FISCHER GmbH, but does not specify particular aircraft types or engine models affected.

Oct 17, 2018
OtherMaintenanceSafety Mgmt

EASA AD US-2018-20-15

Electrical Power - New Software for the Generator Control Unit - Installation

Airworthiness Directive 2018-20-15 is a final rule issued by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) that applies to all Boeing Model 787 airplanes. It mandates the installation of new software for the generator control unit (GCU) to prevent loss of all alternating current (AC) electrical power caused by the GCUs entering failsafe mode after 248 days of continuous power. This directive also removes certain airplanes from its applicability.

Oct 17, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 787

EASA SIB 2018-19

FlySmart+ Applications for iPad — Change of Runway Entry Not Taken Into Account in Take-Off Computation

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2018-19 addresses an issue in the FlySmart+ Applications for iPad affecting Airbus A318, A319, A320, A321, A330, and A340 aircraft. The bulletin highlights a problem where changing the runway entry via the graphical runway depiction does not update take-off performance data correctly in the take-off computation. This can lead to misleading takeoff performance information being displayed to flight crews.

Oct 17, 2018
Safety Information BulletinFlight OpsSafety Mgmt

EASA AD CF-2018-28

Flight Controls — Worn Elevator Cables - Inspection

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2018-28 addresses worn elevator cables on Viking Air Ltd. DHC-6 series aeroplanes, including models -1, -100, -110, -200, -210, -300, -310, -320, and -400. The directive mandates inspections for excessive wear at the STA 270.3 pulley location to prevent cable failure and potential loss of aircraft control. It applies to all serial numbers of the affected aircraft.

Oct 16, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtViking Air DHC-6 (Twin Otter)Viking Air DHC-6

EASA AD 2018-0167R2

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2019-0075

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0167R2 is an updated safety directive addressing inspection requirements for Rolls-Royce Trent 1000 series engines installed on Boeing 787 aircraft. It mandates repetitive borescope inspections of Intermediate Pressure Compressor (IPC) Rotor 1 and Rotor 2 blades and IPC shaft Stage 2 dovetail posts to detect cracks and prevent potential in-flight blade release. The directive applies to all serial numbers of Trent 1000-A, -AE, -C, -CE, -D, -E, -G, and -H engines.

Oct 16, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtRolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg TRENT 1000Boeing 787

EASA AD 2018-0221

Wings — Aileron Actuator Fittings — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0221 is an airworthiness directive issued for Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes, excluding those with Airbus modification 66431 incorporated in production. It mandates inspections of the aileron actuator fittings to detect cracks and requires corrective actions to maintain structural integrity of the ailerons. This directive addresses potential fatigue failures in fasteners that could lead to in-flight aileron detachment.

Oct 16, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A380

EASA AD US-2018-19-22

Engine - High-Pressure Turbine Front Rotating Air Seal - Replacement

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2018-19-22 mandates replacement of certain high-pressure turbine (HPT) front rotating air seals on General Electric Company CF34-10A16, CF34-10E2A1, CF34-10E5, CF34-10E5A1, CF34-10E6, CF34-10E6A1, CF34-10E7, and CF34-10E7-B turbofan engines. This directive addresses cracks found in the HPT front rotating air seals that could lead to uncontained failures. The directive applies to specific parts identified in GE CF34-10E Service Bulletin 72-0347 R00 dated August 3, 2018.

Oct 15, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtGeneral Electric CF34-10

EASA AD 2018-0219

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2021-0102

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0219 is an airworthiness directive addressing the AVO 68 series powered sailplanes manufactured by M&D Flugzeugbau GmbH & Co. KG. It mandates repetitive inspections of the elevator mass balance fittings due to reported cracks that could compromise flight control. The directive applies to several variants including AVO 68 - v, AVO 68 - s, AVO 68 - R, AVO 68 - R 100, and AVO 68 - R 115 "Samburo" powered sailplanes.

Oct 12, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtM&D Flugzeugbau AVO 68 (Samburo)M&D Flugzeugbau AVO 68 - vM&D Flugzeugbau AVO 68 - sM&D Flugzeugbau AVO 68 - RM&D Flugzeugbau AVO 68 - R 100M&D Flugzeugbau AVO 68 - R 115 Samburo

EASA AD 2018-0220

Wings — Wing Rib Foot to Wing Lower Cover Clearance — Inspection / Temporary Operational Restrictions

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0220 is an airworthiness directive issued by EASA affecting Airbus A350-941 and A350-1041 aeroplanes. It addresses a potential unsafe condition related to the clearance between wing rib feet and the wing lower cover, which could lead to fuel tank ignition under certain conditions. The directive mandates inspections and temporary operational restrictions to ensure continued airworthiness.

Oct 12, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A350Airbus A350-941Airbus A350-1041

EASA AD CF-2018-25

Fuselage — AFT Fuselage Fitting Not Heat Treated

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2018-25 addresses an issue with aft fuselage fittings on certain Bombardier Inc. aircraft models CL-600-2D15, CL-600-2D24, and CL-600-2E25. The directive mandates inspection and replacement of affected fittings that were not heat treated as required. This ensures the structural integrity of the aircraft fuselage and prevents potential failures.

Oct 10, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtMHI RJ Aviation CL-600 (Regional Jet)Bombardier CL-600-2D15Bombardier CL-600-2D24Bombardier CL-600-2E25

EASA AD 2018-0217

Stabilizers — Horizontal Stabilizer Hinge Bracket Assembly / Front Spar Attachment Area — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0217 is an airworthiness directive affecting all models and serial numbers of Pilatus PC-6 aeroplanes. It mandates inspection of the horizontal stabilizer hinge bracket assemblies and front spar attachment area to detect potential rivet shearing or missing rivets. The directive aims to ensure the structural integrity of the horizontal stabilizer to prevent possible separation and loss of control.

Oct 10, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtPilatus Aircraft PC-6Pilatus PC-6

EASA AD US-2018-18-03

Doors / Fuselage - Floor Beam Lower Chord and Door Stop Fittings - Inspection

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2018-18-03 addresses certain Boeing Company Model 737-100, -200, -200C, -300, -400, and -500 series airplanes. This directive mandates repetitive inspections of the floor beam lower chord and door stop fittings at the forward airstair door cutout to detect cracks. It aims to ensure structural integrity and prevent possible rapid decompression.

Oct 9, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 737Boeing 737-100Boeing 737-200Boeing 737-200CBoeing 737-300Boeing 737-400Boeing 737-500

EASA AD US-2018-17-14

Engine Exhaust - Thrust Reverser - Inspection

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2018-17-14 addresses certain General Electric Company CF34-8E turbofan engines. It mandates a one-time inspection of the gap between the core cowl seal and the pylon seal on specific thrust reverser halves to ensure the gap width is within acceptable limits. If the gap exceeds 1 mm, the thrust reverser fire seals must be replaced to prevent potential fire hazards.

Oct 9, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtGeneral Electric CF34-8

EASA AD US-2018-19-20

Fuselage - Frames and Stub Beams - Inspection / Repair

Airworthiness Directive 2018-19-20 is a final rule issued by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) addressing certain Boeing Company Model 737-200, -300, -400, and -500 series airplanes. The directive mandates inspections and repairs related to cracking in fuselage frames and stub beams to ensure continued airworthiness and structural integrity.

Oct 9, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 737Boeing 737-200Boeing 737-300Boeing 737-400Boeing 737-500

EASA AD US-2018-18-13

Wings - Outboard Flap Tracks - Inspection

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2018-18-13 addresses all Boeing 737-100, -200, -200C, -300, -400, and -500 series airplanes. It mandates inspections and repetitive overhauls of the wing outboard flap tracks due to reports of cracking in certain flanges and adjacent webs. This directive aims to ensure the structural integrity of the flap tracks to maintain safe flight control.

Oct 9, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 737Boeing 737-100Boeing 737-200Boeing 737-200CBoeing 737-300Boeing 737-400Boeing 737-500