EASA Regulations & Airworthiness Directives

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EASA AD 2018-0156

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2020-0206

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0156 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Aviation Safety Agency concerning Leonardo S.p.A. A119 and AW119MKII helicopters. It addresses corrosion issues found on the 90° tail rotor gearbox output shaft, specifically parts with part numbers 109-0440-06-101 and 109-0440-06-105. The directive mandates inspections and possible replacement of affected tail rotor gearboxes to ensure continued airworthiness.

Jul 24, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtLeonardo S.P.A. Helicopters A109Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters A119Leonardo A119Leonardo AW119MKII

EASA AD 2018-0158

SUPERSEDED BY EASA ADR 2020-0023

EASA Airworthiness Directive Record SUPERSEDED BY EASA ADR 2020-0023 is an explanatory statement regarding the absence of an Airworthiness Directive (AD) document for the Airbus A400M aircraft.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, recommending that military authorities issue their own ADs for affected aircraft.

Jul 24, 2018
OtherMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Military A400MAirbus A400M

EASA AD CF-2016-14R1

Fuselage — Excessive Tape on Floor Structure - Inspection

Airworthiness Directive CF-2016-14R1 is issued by Transport Canada and applies to Bombardier Inc. aircraft models CL-600-2C10, CL-600-2D15, CL-600-2D24, and CL-600-2E25. The directive addresses the issue of excessive polyurethane tape on the floor structure of these aircraft, which may not meet flammability requirements and could allow fire propagation beneath the floor. It mandates inspection and trimming of any overhanging tape on the floor structural members.

Jul 23, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtMHI RJ Aviation CL-600 (Regional Jet)Bombardier CL-600-2C10Bombardier CL-600-2D15Bombardier CL-600-2D24Bombardier CL-600-2E25

EASA AD 2017-0139R1

Fuselage — Underbelly Tank Fuel Sump Electrical Bonding — Modification

The document titled 'Fuselage — Underbelly Tank Fuel Sump Electrical Bonding — Modification' applies to LEONARDO S.p.A. HELICOPTERS model AW189. It addresses modifications related to the electrical bonding of the underbelly tank fuel sump on the fuselage of these helicopters. This modification aims to enhance the safety and reliability of the fuel system.

Jul 23, 2018
OtherMaintenanceSafety MgmtLeonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AW189Leonardo AW189

EASA AD 2018-0155

Electrical and Electronic Common Installation — Harness Routing into Centre Wing Box — Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0155 is an official regulatory document addressing Airbus A320-214, A320-216, A320-232, and A320-233 aeroplanes that have incorporated Airbus modification 155636 but not modification 158379. This directive focuses on the electrical and electronic common installation, specifically the harness routing into the centre wing box. It mandates a modification to prevent potential safety hazards related to fuel tank ignition.

Jul 20, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A320Airbus A320-214Airbus A320-216Airbus A320-232Airbus A320-233

EASA AD 2018-0154

Fire Protection — Engine Fire Extinguishing Pipes — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0154 is an airworthiness directive addressing Airbus A350-941 and A350-1041 aeroplanes. It mandates inspection of engine fire extinguishing pipes in the engine fan case zone and engine core zone to ensure protective caps have been removed. This directive aims to prevent failure of the fire extinguishing system in case of an engine fire.

Jul 19, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A350Airbus A350-941Airbus A350-1041

EASA AD 2018-0153

Flight Controls — Rudder Final Drive Rod Assembly — Inspection

Flight Controls — Rudder Final Drive Rod Assembly — Inspection is a regulatory document addressing the inspection requirements for the rudder final drive rod assembly on BRITTEN-NORMAN AEROSPACE LTD aircraft models BN2, BN2A (Islander), BN2B (Islander), and BN2T (Turbine Islander). The document outlines necessary inspection procedures to ensure the continued airworthiness of these specific aircraft types.

Jul 19, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBritten-Norman Aerospace BN2Britten-Norman Aerospace BN2A (Islander)Britten-Norman Aerospace BN2B (Islander)Britten-Norman Aerospace BN2T (Turbine Islander)Britten-Norman BN2Britten-Norman BN2ABritten-Norman BN2BBritten-Norman BN2T

EASA AD 2018-0060R1

Oxygen — Crew Oxygen / Oxygen Pipe Corrosion — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0060R1 is a regulatory document addressing corrosion issues in crew oxygen pipe assemblies with Part Number D3511032000640 installed on Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aircraft. The directive mandates inspection and replacement of affected oxygen pipes from specific batch numbers to ensure continued airworthiness and safety of the oxygen supply system for flight crew members. It applies to various manufacturer serial numbers including certain A320 and A321 NEO models.

Jul 19, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A318Airbus A319Airbus A320Airbus A321

EASA SIB 2016-18R1

Dynamic Rollout during Hoisting and/or External Sling Load Operations

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2016-18R1 is a revision of the original SIB 2016-18 concerning dynamic rollout during hoisting and external sling load operations for rotorcraft operators. It addresses the risk of inadvertent load release caused by dynamic rollout or ring reversal, particularly involving personnel-carrying device systems (PCDS) and dual-lock hoist hooks. The bulletin references advisory materials from CASA and FAA and applies to rotorcraft performing these specific operations.

Jul 18, 2018
Safety Information BulletinFlight OpsSafety Mgmt

EASA AD 2018-0152

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2022-0128

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0152 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Aviation Safety Agency addressing Airbus Helicopters AS 350, EC 130, and AS 355 models. It mandates a one-time inspection of the main gearbox bracket installation bolts to detect missing bolt heads, which could lead to fatigue failure and potential loss of the helicopter's main gearbox suspension bar. The directive applies to all serial numbers of the specified helicopter models.

Jul 18, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters AS 350Airbus Helicopters EC 130Airbus Helicopters AS 355

EASA SIB CE-18-20

American Champion Aircraft Corporation 7 and 8 Series Aeroplanes - Electrical Power

The Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin American Champion Aircraft Corporation 7 and 8 Series Aeroplanes - Electrical Power addresses potential electrical system shorts that could cause fires in various 7 and 8 series airplanes manufactured by Aeronca, Bellanca, Champion, and American Champion Aircraft Corporation (ACAC). The affected models include multiple 7 and 8 series aircraft covered under Type Certificates A-759 and A21CE. This bulletin provides information on electrical system vulnerabilities and recommends safety improvements but does not mandate regulatory action.

Jul 17, 2018
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety Mgmt

EASA SIB CE-18-22

Alternative Method of Compliance to FAA AD 2018-06-11

The Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin titled Alternative Method of Compliance to FAA AD 2018-06-11 is an informational document regarding an approved alternative method of compliance for Textron Aviation Inc. Models A36TC, B36TC, S35, V35, V35A, and V35B airplanes. It addresses the life limit and inspection requirements for the exhaust tailpipe v-band coupling specified in FAA Airworthiness Directive 2018-06-11.

Jul 16, 2018
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtTextron Aviation 35 (Bonanza)Textron Aviation 36 (Bonanza)

EASA AD US-2018-13-01

Engine Fuel & Control - Power Turbine Governor Bearing Assembly - Removal / Replacement

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2018-13-01 addresses certain Rolls-Royce Corporation model 250-C turboshaft engines installed on single-engine helicopters. This directive mandates the removal and replacement of the power turbine governor (PTG) bearing assembly, part number 2544198, due to reports of engine power loss including a fatal accident. The directive aims to mitigate an unsafe condition by requiring installation of a bearing assembly eligible for installation.

Jul 16, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtRolls-Royce Corporation (Usa) 250 Series IIRolls-Royce Corporation (Usa) 250-C28Rolls-Royce Corporation (Usa) -C30Rolls-Royce Corporation (Usa) -C47Rolls-Royce Corporation 250-C

EASA AD 2018-0151

Flight Controls — Outboard Flap Drive Station Elements and Sensor Strut — Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0151 is an airworthiness directive applicable to Airbus A330 and A340 aeroplanes. It addresses inspection and replacement requirements for the outboard flap drive station elements and sensor struts to ensure continued safe operation of the flap systems on these aircraft models.

Jul 16, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A330Airbus A340

EASA AD 2018-0150

Landing Gear — Repaired Main Landing Gear Wheel Axles — Reduced Life Limit

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0150 addresses the reduced life limits for repaired main landing gear (MLG) wheel axles on Airbus A330 and A340 aeroplanes. This directive applies to specific serial numbers and part numbers of MLG wheel axles repaired by three identified Maintenance Repair Organisations (MROs). It mandates identification and replacement of affected axles to ensure continued airworthiness.

Jul 16, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A330Airbus A340

EASA SIB NM-18-18

Boeing 737 Aeroplanes - Equipment/Furnishings — First Observer—s Seat Cup Holder

The FAA Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin SAIB: NM-18-18 addresses a potential issue with the First Observer's seat cup holder on Boeing 737-600, -700, -700C, -800, -900, -900ER series airplanes, and Boeing 737-8 airplanes with line numbers 1 through 6,640. The bulletin informs operators about the risk of the cup holder being inadvertently removed, which could expose the P6-11 circuit breaker panel and potentially cause electrical short circuits. This information bulletin is advisory and does not mandate regulatory action.

Jul 13, 2018
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety Mgmt

EASA AD 2018-0149-E

Electrical Power — Electrical Cables — Inspection / Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0149-E is an emergency directive addressing electrical cable inspection and modification requirements for Leonardo S.p.A. A109S and AW109SP helicopters. It targets specific serial numbers of these helicopter models due to fire incidents caused by chafing electrical wiring in the baggage compartment. The directive mandates inspections, modifications, and operational limitations to prevent fire hazards.

Jul 13, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtLeonardo S.P.A. Helicopters A109Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters A119Leonardo A109SLeonardo AW109SP

EASA AD 2018-0147

Fuselage — Cabin and Cargo Compartments Structural Parts — Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0147 is an airworthiness directive affecting Airbus A330 series aeroplanes, specifically models A330-201 through A330-343 with certain manufacturer serial numbers. It addresses inspection and replacement requirements for fuselage cabin and cargo compartment structural parts that may have been improperly heat-treated during manufacturing. The directive mandates inspections to ensure structural integrity and prevent potential fatigue-related failures.

Jul 13, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A330

EASA AD CF-2018-18

Tail Rotor Drive — Loose Tail Rotor Gearbox

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2018-18 is an emergency directive addressing a safety issue on Bell Helicopter Textron Canada Limited model 429 helicopters, specifically serial numbers 57001 through 57321, 57323 through 57341, 57343 through 57346, 57348, and 57350. The directive focuses on inspecting and securing the tail rotor gearbox to prevent looseness that could lead to structural damage and loss of helicopter control. It mandates inspections and torque checks following BHTCL Alert Service Bulletin 429-18-40.

Jul 13, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBell 429Bell Helicopter Textron Canada Limited 429

EASA AD 2018-0146

Fuselage — Frame 40 Skin Panel Junction — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0146 is an airworthiness directive addressing inspection requirements for Airbus A330-223F and A330-243F freighter aircraft. It mandates repetitive special detailed inspections of the fuselage frame 40 lower shell panel junction to detect cracks or fastener hole damage that could compromise structural integrity. The directive applies to all manufacturer serial numbers of these aircraft models.

Jul 12, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A330Airbus A330-223FAirbus A330-243F