EASA Regulations & Airworthiness Directives

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EASA AD 2018-0137R1

Jan 9, 2019

Nacelles / Pylons — Pylon Aft Fixed Fairings — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0137R1 is an updated regulatory requirement addressing inspection of pylon aft fixed fairings (AFF) on Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aircraft equipped with CFM pylons post-modification 33844. The directive mandates repetitive inspections to detect fatigue-induced cracks in the pylon AFF structure, particularly focusing on the upper spar at rib 15, and outlines corrective actions and optional terminating modifications. It applies to all serial numbers with the specified modification embodied in production.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A318
  • Airbus A319
  • Airbus A320
  • Airbus A321

EASA AD CF-2018-37

Jan 8, 2019

Recording System — Cockpit Voice Recorder (CVR) and Flight Data Recorder (FDR) power supply modification

The Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2018-37 mandates a modification to the power supply systems of the Cockpit Voice Recorder (CVR) and Flight Data Recorder (FDR) on Bombardier Inc. model BD-100-1A10 aircraft, specifically serial numbers 20003 through 20739. This directive addresses a safety concern identified in these Challenger 300 and Challenger 350 aeroplanes. The modification ensures continued operation of these critical recording systems by improving their power source reliability.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Bombardier BD-1001A10

EASA AD US-2018-25-17

Jan 7, 2019

Air Conditioning - Electrical Connectors - Replacement

Airworthiness Directive 2018-25-17 is a final rule issued by the FAA addressing Air Comm Corporation air conditioning systems installed on various Airbus Helicopters models including AS350 series and EC130B4, as well as Bell 206 and 407 series helicopters. The directive mandates the replacement of certain electrical connectors in these air conditioning systems to prevent overheating. It applies to specific Air Comm part numbers installed on these helicopters.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Air Comm Corporation CAA UK AAN 25273
  • Airbus Helicopters AS 350
  • Airbus Helicopters EC 130
  • Bell 206
  • Bell 407
  • Airbus Helicopters AS350
  • Airbus Helicopters EC130B4

EASA AD 2018-0292

Dec 28, 2018

Tail Rotor — Tail Rotor Slider Assembly — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0292 is an airworthiness directive addressing the inspection of the tail rotor slider assembly, Part Number 3G6430A00131, on Leonardo S.p.A. AB139 and AW139 helicopters. It mandates a one-time detailed visual inspection for corrosion and damage, with possible repetitive inspections or replacement depending on findings. The directive aims to prevent potential failure of the tail rotor controls due to fatigue cracks caused by corrosion.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AB139
  • Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AW139
  • Leonardo AB139
  • Leonardo AW139

EASA AD 2018-0290

Dec 21, 2018

Stabilizer — Vertical Stabilizer Tension Bolts — Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0290 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A350-941 aeroplanes. It addresses corrosion protection issues in the vertical stabilizer tension bolts, specifically the section 19 holes of the Vertical Tail Plane tension bolts connection. The directive mandates modifications to improve corrosion protection to maintain structural integrity.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A350941

EASA AD 2018-0288

Dec 21, 2018

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks – Airworthiness Limitations Section Part 2 – Damage Tolerant Airworthiness Limitation Items – Implementation

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0288 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aeroplanes. It mandates compliance with the Damage Tolerant Airworthiness Limitation Items specified in the Airbus Airworthiness Limitations Section Part 2 Revision 07. This directive ensures continued airworthiness by requiring operators to follow updated maintenance tasks and intervals.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Airbus A318
  • Airbus A319
  • Airbus A320
  • Airbus A321

EASA AD CF-2018-34

Dec 20, 2018

Flight Controls – Elevator Power Control Unit Bracket Cracking

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2018-34 mandates inspections for elevator power control unit (PCU) bracket cracking on Bombardier DHC-8-400 series aircraft, specifically models -400, -401, and -402 with serial numbers 4001 through 4580. The directive addresses structural integrity concerns related to the elevator PCU brackets and elevator spars to prevent potential loss of pitch control. It requires a one-time inspection and reporting of findings, with replacement or repair as necessary.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • De Havilland Canada DHC-8
  • Bombardier DHC-8-400

EASA SIB 2018-20

Dec 20, 2018

HELICOPTERES GUIMBAL Cabri G2 Helicopters - Main Rotor Mast, Tail Boom Fittings and Transmission Shaft - Corrosion Protection Improvement

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2018-20 is an airworthiness bulletin addressing corrosion protection improvements for Hélicoptères Guimbal Cabri G2 helicopters, specifically serial numbers 1003 to 1233. The bulletin focuses on corrosion issues found on the main rotor mast, tail boom fittings, and transmission shaft. It provides guidance based on Hélicoptères Guimbal service bulletins to inspect, treat, and protect these components.

Safety Information Bulletin

EASA AD 2018-0286

Dec 20, 2018

Main Rotor — Hydraulic Damper / Belt Tension Shaft Rod End Assembly — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0286 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency concerning Enstrom Helicopter Corporation models F-28, 280, and 480 helicopters. It mandates inspections of the main rotor hydraulic damper and belt tension shaft rod end bearing assemblies to detect corrosion and prevent potential failure. The directive applies to all serial numbers of the specified helicopter models and references specific part numbers for affected components.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Enstrom Helicopter Corporation 280
  • Enstrom Helicopter Corporation 480
  • Enstrom Helicopter Corporation F-28
  • Enstrom F-28
  • Enstrom 280
  • Enstrom 480

EASA AD 2018-0283

Dec 20, 2018

Rotors Flight Control – Main Rotor Actuator – Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0283 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus Helicopters Deutschland GmbH MBB-BK117 C-2 and D-2 helicopters. It addresses a safety issue related to the main rotor actuator (MRA) parts with part numbers B673M30A1002 and D673M30A1003. The directive mandates inspection and reporting requirements to ensure continued safe operation of these helicopters.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Airbus Helicopters MBB-BK 117
  • Airbus Helicopters MBB-BK117 C-2
  • Airbus Helicopters MBB-BK117 D-2

EASA AD 2018-0284

Dec 20, 2018

Rotors Flight Control – Main Rotor Actuator – Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0284 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus Helicopters Deutschland GmbH EC135 and EC635 helicopter models. It mandates a one-time inspection of the main rotor actuator nuts on specified part numbers to detect cracks and displacement that could impair flight control. The directive applies to all variants and serial numbers of these helicopter models.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Airbus Helicopters EC135
  • Airbus Helicopters 635
  • Airbus Helicopters EC635

EASA AD 2018-0287

Dec 20, 2018

Rotors Flight Control – Tail Rotor Gearbox Actuating Rod – Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0287 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus Helicopters AS 350 and AS 355 models. It addresses a safety concern involving the tail rotor gearbox actuating rods, which may suffer structural failure due to material defects and micro cracks. The directive mandates inspections and corrective actions to ensure continued safe operation of these helicopters.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Airbus Helicopters AS 350
  • Airbus Helicopters EC 130
  • Airbus Helicopters AS 355

EASA AD CF-2018-35

Dec 20, 2018

Tail Rotor Drive — Tail Rotor Gearbox — Introduction of Attachment Hardware Recurring Torque Check

Airworthiness Directive CF-2018-35 is issued by Transport Canada and applies to Bell Helicopter Textron Canada Limited model 429 helicopters, serial number 57001 and subsequent. This directive mandates recurring torque checks of the tail rotor gearbox attachment hardware to ensure continued airworthiness and safety. The directive addresses potential loosening of the tail rotor gearbox that could lead to structural damage and loss of helicopter control.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Bell 429
  • Bell Helicopter Textron Canada 429

EASA AD 2018-0285

Dec 20, 2018

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks – Airworthiness Limitations Section – Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0285 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting all models and serial numbers of Pilatus PC-6 aeroplanes. It mandates compliance with updated airworthiness limitations and maintenance tasks as specified in the latest Pilatus PC-6 Aircraft Maintenance Manual and Airworthiness Limitations Section documents. This directive ensures continued airworthiness by enforcing mandatory maintenance and replacement of life-limited parts.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Pilatus Aircraft PC-6
  • Pilatus PC-6

EASA AD 2018-0282

Dec 19, 2018

Fuselage — Main Gearbox Suspension Bar Rear Attachment Fitting Screws — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0282 is an airworthiness directive addressing Airbus Helicopters AS 332 C, C1, L, and L1 models delivered before 01 September 2018. It mandates inspection of the main gearbox suspension bar rear attachment fitting screws, specifically part number 330A22013520, to detect potential elongation and loss of nut tightening torque. The directive aims to prevent structural failure of the main gearbox rear attachment fittings that could lead to detachment of suspension bars.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus Helicopters SA 330
  • Airbus Helicopters AS 332
  • Airbus Helicopters EC 225
  • Airbus Helicopters AS 332 C
  • Airbus Helicopters AS 332 C1
  • Airbus Helicopters AS 332 L
  • Airbus Helicopters AS 332 L1

EASA AD 2018-0281

Dec 18, 2018

Fuel – Fuel Pressure Sensor – Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0281 is an airworthiness directive issued for Pipistrel Vertical Solutions d.o.o. Virus SW 121 aeroplanes, serial numbers VSW1210001 to VSW1210038. It addresses a fuel system safety issue involving the fuel distribution block and fuel pressure sensor installation. The directive mandates inspections, possible replacement, and modification of the fuel pressure sensor installation to prevent fuel leakage and potential in-flight fire.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Pipistrel Vertical Solutions D.O.O. Virus SW
  • Pipistrel Virus SW 121

EASA AD 2018-0280

Dec 17, 2018

Rotors Flight Control — Mixing Control System Rigid Connecting Link — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0280 is an airworthiness directive addressing the inspection of the mixing control system rigid connecting links on Leonardo S.p.A. A109 and A119 helicopter models, including variants such as A109A, A109E, AW109SP, and AW119MKII. The directive mandates a one-time visual inspection of specific rigid connecting links with part numbers 109-0032-01-13, 109-0032-01-17, and 109-0032-01-29 for damage, cracking, or play.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters A109
  • Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters A119
  • Leonardo A109
  • Leonardo A119

EASA AD 2018-0279

Dec 14, 2018

Emergency Flotation System Inflation Hose — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0279 is an airworthiness directive issued for Leonardo S.p.A. AW189 helicopters concerning the Emergency Flotation System (EFS) inflation hose assemblies. It addresses specific part numbers and serial numbers of the left-hand and right-hand aft EFS assemblies that may have incorrect inflation hose connections. The directive mandates inspection and corrective actions to ensure proper inflation hose installation to maintain flotation system effectiveness.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AW189
  • Leonardo AW189

EASA AD 2018-0278

Dec 14, 2018

Oxygen — Full Face Quick Donning Mask — Inspection

The document titled Oxygen — Full Face Quick Donning Mask — Inspection is an informational Airworthiness Directive record related to the Airbus A400M aeroplane. Since there are currently no Airbus A400M aircraft in civil service, no public AD document exists. The content is provided by EASA solely for the attention of military airworthiness authorities and design approval holders.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus Military A400M
  • Airbus A400M