EASA Regulations & Airworthiness Directives

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EASA AD CF-2018-08R1

Fire Protection — Engine Fire Extinguishers— Squib Connector Wiring Length Discrepancy

Airworthiness Directive CF-2018-08R1 is a Canadian regulatory document addressing a wiring length discrepancy in the engine fire extinguishers' squib connectors on Bombardier BD-700-1A10 and BD-700-1A11 aircraft, serial numbers 9001 to 9839 and 9998. This directive mandates inspection and correction of the squib connector wiring to ensure proper function of the engine fire extinguishing system. The directive references specific Bombardier service bulletins for corrective actions.

Mar 9, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBombardier BD-700Bombardier BD-700-1A10Bombardier BD-700-1A11

EASA AD 2018-0054

Flight Controls — Trimmable Horizontal Stabilizer Actuator — Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0054 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes. It addresses a design weakness in the trimmable horizontal stabilizer actuator (THSA) related to the secondary load path, which could lead to loss of control of the aircraft. The directive mandates modification or replacement of affected THSA components to ensure continued safe operation.

Mar 9, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A380Airbus A380-841Airbus A380-842Airbus A380-861

EASA AD US-2018-05-07

Oxygen - Crew Oxygen Mask - Inspection / Replacement

Federal Aviation Administration Airworthiness Directive 2018-05-07 is a final rule addressing all Boeing Model 787-8 and 787-9 airplanes. It requires inspection and replacement of certain crew oxygen masks in the flight deck that failed to deploy correctly during flight tests. This directive aims to prevent oxygen mask harness entanglement that could lead to flight crew hypoxia and loss of airplane control.

Mar 9, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 787Boeing 787-8Boeing 787-9

EASA AD 2018-0053-E

Main Rotor — Swashplate Support — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0053-E is an emergency directive addressing the replacement of the main rotor swashplate support on Leonardo S.p.A. AW109SP helicopters. It targets swashplate supports with Part Number 109-0110-05-101, which are not eligible for installation on these helicopters. The directive mandates corrective action to ensure continued airworthiness and safety.

Mar 8, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtLeonardo S.P.A. Helicopters A109Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters A119Leonardo AW109SP

EASA AD 2012-0227R1

Tail Rotor — Tail Rotor Hub — Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2012-0227R1 is a regulatory document addressing inspection and replacement requirements for the tail rotor hub on Airbus Helicopters EC 155, SA 365, and AS 365 models equipped with specific 10-blade and 11-blade tail rotor hubs. The directive mandates repetitive inspections and corrective actions to detect and replace cracked tail rotor hubs to prevent potential tail rotor jams and loss of helicopter control.

Mar 8, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters SAAirbus Helicopters AS 365Airbus Helicopters EC 155Airbus Helicopters SA 365

EASA AD 2018-0038

[Correction] Fire Protection — Cargo Fire Extinguishing Bottles — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0038 is a correction notice addressing the inspection of cargo fire extinguishing bottles on specific Airbus A320 models, including A320-214, A320-251N, and A320-271N with certain manufacturer serial numbers. The directive mandates a one-time inspection of the screws securing the cargo fire extinguishing bottles to ensure proper torque application and prevent potential disconnection. This AD applies to Airbus A320 aircraft and aims to maintain fire protection system integrity in the lower deck cargo compartment.

Mar 2, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A320

EASA AD 2018-0052

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2018-0263

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0052 is an airworthiness directive applicable to Airbus Helicopters EC 155 B and B1 models. It addresses safety concerns related to the main gearbox (MGB) planet gear assemblies, specifically types Y and Z, which have been found susceptible to spalling and cracking. The directive mandates inspections and replacements to ensure continued airworthiness of affected helicopters.

Mar 2, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters SAAirbus Helicopters AS 365Airbus Helicopters EC 155Airbus Helicopters EC 155 BAirbus Helicopters EC 155 B1

EASA AD 2018-0051

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2019-0221

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0051 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Aviation Safety Agency affecting EADS-CASA C-212 aeroplanes, specifically models C-212-CB, CC, CD, CE, DD, DF, and EE. The directive addresses issues with the rudder pedal control system, particularly the rudder pedal support box and shaft parts. It mandates repetitive inspections and corrective actions to ensure continued safe operation of the affected aircraft.

Mar 2, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Defence & Space C-212EADS-CASA C-212-CBEADS-CASA C-212-CCEADS-CASA C-212-CDEADS-CASA C-212-CEEADS-CASA C-212-DDEADS-CASA C-212-DFEADS-CASA C-212-EE

EASA AD 2018-0050-E

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2019-0239-E

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0050-E is an emergency directive addressing the XA41 and XA42 aeroplanes manufactured by XtremeAir GmbH. It mandates inspections of engine mounts with part number XA42-7120-151 due to detected cracks that could lead to engine detachment and loss of control. The directive requires repetitive inspections and replacement of affected parts if cracks are found.

Mar 2, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtLiftify Ug XA41Liftify Ug XA42XtremeAir XA41XtremeAir XA42

EASA AD 2017-0116R2

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks — Main Gearbox Magnetic Plugs — Inspection; Main Rotor Drive — Planet Gear Assemblies — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2017-0116R2 is an update addressing maintenance and inspection requirements for Airbus Helicopters SA 365 and AS 365 models. It mandates repetitive inspections of the main gearbox magnetic plugs and replacement of certain planet gear assemblies in the main rotor drive to prevent failures. This directive applies to all serial numbers of SA 365 N, SA 365 N1, AS 365 N2, and AS 365 N3 helicopters.

Mar 2, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters SAAirbus Helicopters AS 365Airbus Helicopters EC 155Airbus Helicopters SA 365

EASA AD 2016-0167R1

[Correction] ZODIAC SEATS FRANCE — Rear Cabin Attendant Seat — Inspection / Repair

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2016-0167R1 is a corrective regulatory document addressing inspection and repair requirements for Zodiac Seats France CAS 536 rear cabin attendant seats installed on ATR 42 and ATR 72 aircraft. The directive mandates detailed visual inspections and corrective actions to detect and repair corrosion and cracks at the seat-to-floor interface to ensure seat integrity and occupant safety.

Mar 1, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtATR 42ATR 72

EASA AD DCA-750XL-27A

Firewall Sound Insulation - Inspection

Airworthiness Directive DCA/750XL/27A Firewall Sound Insulation - Inspection is issued by the Civil Aviation Authority of New Zealand and applies to all Pacific Aerospace 750XL aircraft with serial numbers up to and including 215. This directive mandates inspection of the firewall's aft face sound insulation material to ensure compliance with burn test criteria specified in FAR 23.853(f). If non-compliant black foam insulation is found, it must be removed following the instructions in Pacific Aerospace Mandatory Service Bulletin PACSB/XL/095.

Mar 1, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtNzskydive 750XLPacific Aerospace 750XL

EASA AD 2016-0193R1

Engine — Low Pressure Turbine Exhaust Case and Support Assembly (Tail Bearing Housing) — Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2016-0193R1 is an updated regulatory document addressing inspection and replacement requirements for the Low Pressure Turbine Exhaust Case and Support Assembly (Tail Bearing Housing) on Rolls-Royce RB211 Trent 900 engines, commonly installed on Airbus A380 aircraft. The directive mandates inspections to detect cracks and damage in specific turbine components and outlines corrective actions to ensure continued airworthiness.

Feb 28, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtRolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg RB211 TRENT 900Airbus A380

EASA AD US-2018-02-20

Fuselage - Aft Fuselage - Inspection / Review of Maintenance Procedures

Federal Aviation Administration Airworthiness Directive 2018-02-20 is a final rule addressing certain Boeing 777-200, -200LR, -300, and -300ER series airplanes. It mandates inspections and maintenance procedure reviews due to reported corrosion in the aft fuselage area. The directive aims to prevent structural fatigue cracks and potential rapid decompression caused by untreated vacuum waste system spills or leaks.

Feb 28, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 777Boeing 777-200Boeing 777-200LRBoeing 777-300Boeing 777-300ER

EASA AD 2018-0047-E

Stabilizers — Tail Plane Installation — Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0047-E is an emergency directive addressing the tail plane installation on Leonardo AW189 helicopters. It mandates inspections, modifications, and torque adjustments to the tail plane installation bolts to prevent failures. The directive applies to all serial numbers of the AW189 helicopter model.

Feb 28, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtLeonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AW189Leonardo AW189

EASA AD US-2018-03-13

SUPERSEDED BY FAA AD 2023-21-07

FAA Airworthiness Directive 2018-03-13 is a final rule addressing certain General Electric Company CT7 series turboprop engines, specifically models CT7-5A2, CT7-5A3, CT7-7A, CT7-7A1, CT7-9B, CT7-9B1, CT7-9B2, CT7-9C, and CT7-9C3 with main propeller shaft part number 77581-11 installed. This directive mandates initial and repetitive visual and fluorescent-penetrant inspections of the main propeller shaft to detect wear, corrosion, and cracks. It was issued to prevent unsafe conditions resulting from main propeller shaft failure.

Feb 28, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtGeneral Electric CT7-5General Electric CT7-7General Electric CT7-9

EASA AD CF-2014-44R2

Flight Controls — Elevator Control System — Disconnect

The Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2014-44R2 addresses the elevator control system disconnect issue on Bombardier Inc. Model CL-600-2C10, CL-600-2D15, and CL-600-2D24 aeroplanes. This directive mandates replacement and inspection of elevator lever assemblies and control rods to prevent uncommanded elevator movements that could compromise aircraft controllability and structural integrity.

Feb 27, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtMHI RJ Aviation CL-600 (Regional Jet)Bombardier CL-600-2C10Bombardier CL-600-2D15Bombardier CL-600-2D24

EASA AD CF-2018-07

Fuel System — Corrosion of fuel system components

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2018-07 addresses corrosion issues in the fuel system components of Viking Air Ltd. DHC-6-400 aircraft, serial numbers 845 to 957, specifically those operating on floats. The directive mandates inspections and modifications to prevent fuel leaks, electrical arcing, and fuel system malfunctions caused by corrosion in the fuel gallery. It provides detailed corrective actions to ensure continued airworthiness and safety.

Feb 26, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtViking Air DHC-6 (Twin Otter)Viking Air DHC-6-400