EASA Regulations & Airworthiness Directives

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EASA AD CF-2025-21R1

Main Rotor — Expandable Blade Bolt incorrect heat treatment

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2025-21R1 addresses an issue with expandable blade bolts, part number 406-310-103-103, installed on Bell Textron Canada Limited model 407 and 427 helicopters. The directive identifies that some bolts may have incorrect heat treatment, which could lead to stress corrosion cracking and potential main rotor blade detachment. This directive mandates inspection and replacement of affected bolts to ensure continued airworthiness.

Nov 24, 2025
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBell 407Bell 427

EASA AD 2025-0259

Pneumatic — Trent XWB Engine Bleed Air Supply System T-Duct — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2025-0259 is issued for Airbus A350-941 and A350-1041 aeroplanes equipped with any Trent XWB engines, focusing on the replacement of the Trent XWB Engine Bleed Air Supply System T-Duct with part number RR03-11011-001. This directive addresses a potential unsafe condition caused by manufacturing non-conformance that may lead to cracking and air leakage in the T-Duct, risking uncontained engine failure or uncontrolled engine fire. The AD mandates replacement of affected parts and restricts installation of certain parts on specific engine models.

Nov 24, 2025
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A350

EASA AD 2025-0251

Structure — Structural Parts — Replacement / Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2025-0251 is issued for Airbus A330-343 aircraft, specifically those with manufacturer serial number 791 modified by EASA Supplemental Type Certificate STC 10063798 for passenger to freighter conversion. This directive addresses potential structural integrity issues due to incorrect heat treatment of certain structural parts identified as Group 1 and Group 2. The directive mandates replacement and inspection actions to ensure continued airworthiness.

Nov 24, 2025
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A330

EASA AD 2025-0257

Engine — Rear Engine Mount Screws — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2025-0257 is a safety directive addressing Continental Aerospace Technologies GmbH Centurion 3.0 engines, specifically those installed on Diamond DA 50 C aeroplanes among others. It mandates a one-time inspection and re-tightening of the four rear engine mount screws to prevent potential engine disconnection from the aircraft structure. This directive applies to engines with specific serial numbers listed in the document.

Nov 21, 2025
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtContinental Aerospace Technologies, Gmbh CENTURION 3.0

EASA AD 2025-0258

Landing Gear — Nose Landing Gear Sliding Tube — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2025-0258 is an airworthiness directive addressing the nose landing gear sliding tube on Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aeroplanes. It mandates inspection of specific nose landing gear sliding tubes with part number 50-3752016-00 and certain serial numbers for overheat damage and cracks. The directive applies to all affected serial numbers listed and requires corrective actions if discrepancies are found.

Nov 21, 2025
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A318Airbus A319Airbus A320Airbus A321

EASA AD CF-2025-56

Equipment/Furnishings — Structural Degradation of Galley Panel Assemblies

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2025-56 addresses structural degradation issues in galley panel assemblies on Bombardier BD-700-2A12 aircraft, serial numbers 70006 through 70215. The directive mandates inspections for corrosion and water damage on specific galley panels due to reports of corrosion caused by water ingress from missing silicone sealant. This AD aims to ensure the structural integrity of galley panels and occupant safety during high load events.

Nov 20, 2025
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBombardier BD-700

EASA AD CF-2025-59

Fuselage — Tailboom — Tailboom Attachment Hardware Fracture

The Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2025-59 addresses a critical safety issue involving Bell Textron Canada Limited model 407 helicopters. It mandates inspections and maintenance actions related to the tailboom attachment hardware, specifically focusing on the upper left longeron assembly and associated bolts to prevent tailboom separation during flight. This directive applies to all serial numbers of the Bell 407 helicopter.

Nov 20, 2025
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBell 407

EASA AD CF-2025-57

Stabilizers — Vertical Stabilizer Leading Edge Missing Clad Material

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2025-57 addresses an issue with Bombardier Inc. model BD-700-2A12 aeroplanes, specifically serial numbers 70153 and 70160 through 70189. The directive concerns missing clad material on the vertical stabilizer leading edge, which can lead to corrosion and potential loss of structural integrity. It mandates inspections and protective coatings until the affected part is replaced.

Nov 20, 2025
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBombardier BD-700

EASA AD CF-2023-38R1

Time Limits/Maintenance Checks — Introduction & Revision of the Airworthiness Limitations

Airworthiness Directive CF-2023-38R1 is a Canadian regulatory update affecting Bombardier Inc. BD-700-2A12 aeroplanes, specifically serial numbers 70005 through 70150. This directive introduces revisions to the Airworthiness Limitations (AWL) related to time limits and maintenance checks, ensuring continued airworthiness through updated maintenance requirements. It mandates compliance with the latest AWL Issue No. 017 as approved by Transport Canada.

Nov 20, 2025
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBombardier BD-700

EASA AD 2025-0256

Wings — Centre Wing Box Frame 47 Angle Fittings — Inspection / Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2025-0256 addresses inspection and modification requirements for the centre wing box frame 47 angle fittings on Airbus A300 F4-608ST aeroplanes. It mandates specific inspections and modifications to detect and correct cracks that could compromise the structural integrity of the aircraft's centre wing box. The directive applies to all manufacturer serial numbers of the A300 F4-608ST model.

Nov 20, 2025
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A300-600ST (Beluga)

EASA AD 2018-0229R1

Wings — Centre Wing Box Frame 47 Angle Fittings — Inspection / Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0229R1 is a regulatory update addressing inspection and modification requirements for the centre wing box frame 47 angle fittings on Airbus A300-600 series aeroplanes. This directive applies to various A300-600 models except those already modified by Airbus Service Bulletin A300-57-6069. It mandates specific inspections and modifications to detect and correct cracks that could compromise the structural integrity of the aircraft's centre wing box.

Nov 20, 2025
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A300-600

EASA AD 2025-0255

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks — Airworthiness Limitations Section Part 2 / Damage Tolerant Airworthiness Limitations Items — Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2025-0255 is an amendment addressing the Airbus A300-600 aeroplanes. It mandates compliance with the updated Airworthiness Limitations Section Part 2, specifically the Damage Tolerant Airworthiness Limitations Items as defined in Airbus A300-600 ALS Part 2 Revision 4 Variation 4.3. This directive ensures continued airworthiness by enforcing new and more restrictive maintenance tasks for these aircraft.

Nov 19, 2025
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A300-600

EASA AD 2025-0253

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2025-0274

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2025-0253 is issued for Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aeroplanes concerning fire panels with specific part numbers. The directive addresses the risk of engine fire switch self-releasing, which can cause uncommanded in-flight engine shutdown. It mandates inspection, replacement, and repair of affected fire panels to ensure continued airworthiness.

Nov 14, 2025
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A318Airbus A319Airbus A320Airbus A321

EASA AD US-2025-23-51

SUPERSEDED BY FAA AD 2025-23-53

FAA Airworthiness Directive 2025-23-51 is a final rule addressing all Boeing Model MD-11 and MD-11F airplanes. It was issued following an accident where the left-hand engine and pylon detached during takeoff, prompting a safety directive to prevent further flight until inspections and corrective actions are completed. This directive aims to ensure continued safe flight and landing of these aircraft.

Nov 14, 2025
Airworthiness DirectiveSafety MgmtMaintenanceBoeing MD-11

EASA AD 2025-0252

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks — Airworthiness Limitations Section Part 2 / Damage Tolerant Airworthiness Limitations Items — Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2025-0252 is an amendment addressing the Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes. It mandates compliance with updated maintenance tasks specified in the Airbus A380 Airworthiness Limitations Section Part 2, Damage Tolerant Airworthiness Limitation Items, Revision 11, Variation 11.2. This directive ensures continued airworthiness by incorporating new and more restrictive maintenance requirements.

Nov 14, 2025
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A380

EASA AD CF-2025-58

Time Limits/Maintenance Checks (TLMC) — Airworthiness Limitations (AWL)

Airworthiness Directive CF-2025-58 is issued by Transport Canada and applies to Bombardier Inc. model BD-100-1A10 aeroplanes, specifically the Challenger 300 and Challenger 350 series. This directive mandates compliance with updated Time Limits/Maintenance Checks (TLMC) and Airworthiness Limitations (AWL) as published in Bombardier's TLMC manuals. It ensures that new or more restrictive maintenance tasks are performed to maintain the structural integrity and airworthiness of these aircraft.

Nov 14, 2025
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBombardier BD-100

EASA AD CF-2025-55

Navigation — 5G C-Band wireless Broadband Interference with Radio Altimeter System when operating in Canadian airspace

The Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2025-55 addresses interference caused by 5G C-Band wireless broadband signals with radio altimeter systems on De Havilland Aircraft of Canada DHC-8-401 and DHC-8-402 aircraft operating in Canadian airspace. It mandates specific operational limitations and modifications to ensure safe aircraft operation amid 5G deployment. The directive focuses on mitigating risks associated with erroneous radio altimeter data due to 5G signal interference.

Nov 12, 2025
Airworthiness DirectiveFlight OpsSafety MgmtDe Havilland Canada DHC-8

EASA AD CF-2025-54

Navigation — 5G C-Band wireless Broadband Interference with Radio Altimeter System when operating in Canadian airspace affected by 5G C-Band wireless signals

Airworthiness Directive CF-2025-54 addresses interference issues between 5G C-Band wireless broadband signals and radio altimeter systems on De Havilland Aircraft of Canada DHC-8-100/-200/-300 aeroplanes operating in Canadian airspace. The directive mandates configuration of these aircraft as Radio Altimeter Tolerant (RAT) to ensure safe operation amid 5G C-Band deployments. It applies to all serial numbers of the specified aircraft models and focuses on mitigating erroneous radio altimeter data caused by 5G interference.

Nov 12, 2025
Airworthiness DirectiveSafety MgmtDe Havilland Canada DHC-8

EASA AD CF-2025-53

Flight Controls — Incorrect Airplane Flight Manual (AFM) Approach Speed Adder and Landing Distance Factors for SLAT FAIL (Caution) Crew-Alerting System (CAS) Message Non-Normal Procedure

Airworthiness Directive CF-2025-53 is issued by Transport Canada and applies to Bombardier Inc. model BD-700-1A10 and BD-700-1A11 aircraft, including Global Express, Global Express XRS, Global 6000, Global 5000, and related variants. This directive addresses incorrect approach speed adders and landing distance factors in the Airplane Flight Manual (AFM) related to the SLAT FAIL (Caution) Crew-Alerting System (CAS) message non-normal procedure. The directive mandates updates to the AFM to ensure safe flight operations.

Nov 10, 2025
Airworthiness DirectiveFlight OpsSafety MgmtBombardier BD-700

EASA AD 2025-0250

Fuselage — Frame Inboard Boom — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2025-0250 is an airworthiness directive addressing Fokker F28 Mark 0070 and Mark 0100 aeroplanes. It mandates a one-time inspection of the fuselage frame inboard boom area at specific wing spar joint locations to detect cracks that could compromise structural integrity. The directive also requires reporting inspection results to Fokker Services.

Nov 10, 2025
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtFokker F28