EASA Regulations & Airworthiness Directives

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EASA AD 2018-0001

Landing Gear — Main Landing Gear Retraction Actuator — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0001 is an airworthiness directive addressing the inspection of the main landing gear retraction actuators on Fokker F28 Mark 0070 and Mark 0100 aeroplanes equipped with Goodrich main landing gear part numbers 41050-x or 41060-x. It mandates a one-time inspection of the left-hand and right-hand main landing gear retraction actuators to check for interference, damage, and correct orientation of the greasing nipple. This directive aims to ensure continued safe operation of the affected aircraft.

Jan 4, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtFokker F28Fokker F28 Mark 0070Fokker F28 Mark 0100

EASA AD US-2018-01-02

Water / Waste - Potable Water System - Inspection / Modification

Airworthiness Directive 2018-01-02 is a final rule issued by the Federal Aviation Administration affecting certain Boeing 767-200, -300, and -400ER series airplanes. This directive addresses issues with the potable water system, specifically the plastic potable water coupling and hose assemblies, to prevent malfunctions in the engine indication and crew alerting system (EICAS) during flight. It mandates inspections, corrective actions, and installations to ensure system integrity and flight safety.

Jan 4, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 767Boeing 767-200Boeing 767-300Boeing 767-400ER

EASA AD US-2017-26-06

Engine - Fan Wheel - Removal

Federal Register Volume 82, Number 247 (December 27, 2017) - Airworthiness Directive 2017-26-06 is a final rule issued by the FAA that applies to Rolls-Royce Corporation AE 3007A and AE 3007C model turbofan engines equipped with fan wheel part number 23061670. The directive mandates the removal of affected fan wheels at newly established, lower life limits to address an unsafe condition identified through updated stress analysis.

Jan 3, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtRolls-Royce Corporation (Usa) AE 3007

EASA AD US-2017-26-10

SUPERSEDED BY FAA AD 2021-05-11

FAA Airworthiness Directive 2017-26-10 is a final rule affecting certain Boeing Company Model 757 airplanes. It addresses an unsafe condition related to uncommanded spoiler movement during flap configuration just before landing, which was reported on airplanes previously modified under AD 2015-08-01. This directive requires deactivating spoiler control module relays and capping and stowing associated wiring to mitigate this risk.

Jan 3, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 757

EASA AD 2017-0242

[Correction] Reciprocating Engine — Valve Push Rod Assembly — Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2017-0242 is a corrective directive addressing the inspection and replacement of valve push-rod assemblies on Czech Sport Aircraft a.s. PS-28 Cruiser aeroplanes equipped with Rotax 912 ULS2 engines. It targets valve push-rod assemblies manufactured between 01 May 2016 and 02 October 2017 due to potential wear that could cause engine power loss and rough operation. The directive mandates inspection and, if necessary, replacement of affected parts to ensure continued airworthiness.

Dec 22, 2017
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtCzech Sport Aircraft PS-28 Cruiser

EASA AD 2017-0208

[Correction] Reciprocating Engine — Valve Push Rod Assembly — Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2017-0208 is a corrective directive addressing inspection and replacement of valve push-rod assemblies on BRP-Rotax 912 and 914 series reciprocating engines. It applies to multiple Rotax 912 and 914 engine variants installed on various light aircraft models. The directive mandates inspection for wear caused by manufacturing defects in valve push-rod assemblies produced between June 8, 2016, and October 2, 2017, to prevent engine power loss and potential forced landings.

Dec 22, 2017
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBrp-Rotax Gmbh & Co Kg 912 ABrp-Rotax Gmbh & Co Kg 912 FBrp-Rotax Gmbh & Co Kg 912 SBrp-Rotax Gmbh & Co Kg 912 iScBrp-Rotax Gmbh & Co Kg 914 F

EASA AD US-2017-24-05

[Correction] Wings - Upper Aft Skin - Inspection

Correction to Airworthiness Directive 2017-24-05 issued by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) affecting The Boeing Company Model 737-100, -200, -200C, -300, -400, and -500 series airplanes. This directive addresses repetitive inspections and necessary repairs for cracking in the upper aft skin at the rear spar of the wings. The correction clarifies the applicability section regarding the affected airplane models.

Dec 22, 2017
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 737Boeing 737-100Boeing 737-200Boeing 737-200CBoeing 737-300Boeing 737-400Boeing 737-500

EASA SIB BEA-2017-03

Embraer EMB-135 and EMB-145 Aeroplanes - Electrical wiring terminations

The Embraer EMB-135 and EMB-145 Aeroplanes - Electrical wiring terminations Special Airworthiness Bulletin (BEA 2017-03) addresses electrical wiring terminations at the receptacles of Pitot #1, Pitot #2, Pitot #3, TAT #1, and TAT #2 relays on various Embraer EMB-135 and EMB-145 models. It informs owners and operators about inspection recommendations related to potential wiring degradation and heat damage. The bulletin applies to multiple EMB-135 and EMB-145 variants including EMB-145ER, EMB-145EU, EMB-145EP, EMB-145LR, EMB-145MR, EMB-145LU, EMB-135ER, EMB-135BJ, EMB-135LR, EMB-145MP, EMB-145MK, EMB-135KE, EMB-135KL, and EMB-145XR airplanes.

Dec 22, 2017
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety Mgmt

EASA AD CF-2017-38

Landing Gear — Main Landing Gear — Piston Axle Corrosion

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2017-38 addresses corrosion issues on the piston axle of the main landing gear in Bombardier Inc. aircraft models CL-600-2C10 (serial 10002 and later), CL-600-2D15, CL-600-2D24 (serial 15001 and later), and CL-600-2E25 (serial 19001 and later). The directive mandates inspections to detect damage to the protective coating and corrosion that could lead to axle separation. It introduces maintenance requirements to ensure continued airworthiness of the affected landing gear components.

Dec 22, 2017
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtMHI RJ Aviation CL-600 (Regional Jet)Bombardier CL-600-2C10Bombardier CL-600-2D15Bombardier CL-600-2D24Bombardier CL-600-2E25

EASA AD 2017-0255

Landing Gear — Main Landing Gear Weight on Wheels Support Bracket — Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2017-0255 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Aviation Safety Agency affecting Leonardo S.p.A. AW169 helicopters. It addresses the main landing gear weight on wheels (WoW) support bracket, specifically for certain serial numbers of left-hand and right-hand main landing gear assemblies. The directive mandates a modification to prevent loosening of the WoW support to ensure proper switch performance.

Dec 22, 2017
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtLeonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AW169Leonardo AW169

EASA AD 2017-0256

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2018-0006

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2017-0256 is an airworthiness directive issued for Leonardo AW189 helicopters equipped with Aero Sekur Emergency Flotation System (EFS) float assemblies. It addresses corrosion found on the banjo fittings of the EFS float assemblies, which could impair the helicopter's buoyancy in a ditching event. The directive requires inspection and corrective actions to ensure continued airworthiness and safety.

Dec 22, 2017
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtLeonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AW189Leonardo AW189

EASA AD 2017-0258-E

SUPERSEDED BY EASA ADR 2018-0158

The document titled SUPERSEDED BY EASA ADR 2018-0158 is an explanatory statement regarding the absence of an Airworthiness Directive (AD) for the Airbus A400M aeroplane in civil service. It clarifies that no publicly available AD exists because the Airbus A400M is not currently operated in civil aviation. The document serves as an informational record for design approval holders and military airworthiness authorities, recommending that military authorities issue their own ADs as applicable.

Dec 22, 2017
OtherMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Military A400MAirbus A400M

EASA AD DCA-750XL-23

Cockpit Control Handles - Inspection

Airworthiness Directive DCA/750XL/23 Cockpit Control Handles - Inspection is issued by the Civil Aviation Authority of New Zealand and applies to Pacific Aerospace 750XL aircraft with serial numbers up to and including 215. This directive mandates inspection and corrective actions to prevent snagging of the control column with the cockpit control tee handles. The inspections must follow the instructions in Pacific Aerospace Mandatory Service Bulletin PACSB/XL/093 issue 1 or later approved revisions.

Dec 21, 2017
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtNzskydive 750XLPacific Aerospace 750XL

EASA AD 2017-0254

Engine Exhaust — Exhaust Pipes — Modification / Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2017-0254 is issued for Diamond Aircraft Industries GmbH DA 42 and DA 42 M aeroplanes equipped with TAE 125-02-99 or TAE 125-02-114 engines. The directive addresses issues related to engine exhaust pipes, specifically the risk of cracks and fractures in exhaust pipes and brackets that can lead to uncommanded engine in-flight shutdowns. It mandates modifications and inspections to ensure continued airworthiness and safety.

Dec 21, 2017
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtDiamond Aircraft Industries DA 42Diamond Aircraft Industries GmbH DA 42Diamond Aircraft Industries GmbH DA 42 M

EASA AD CF-2017-37

Flight Controls — Restriction of directional control pedal movement

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2017-37 addresses a restriction of directional control pedal movement caused by certain litter kits installed on Airbus Helicopters AS350 and AS355 models. The affected litter kits include part numbers 350-200034, 350-200194 (left-hand), and 350-200144 (right-hand). This directive applies to multiple Supplemental Type Certificates issued by Transport Canada, the FAA, and other international authorities.

Dec 21, 2017
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters AS 350Airbus Helicopters EC 130Airbus Helicopters AS 355Airbus Helicopters AS350Airbus Helicopters AS355

EASA AD US-2017-26-03

Main Rotor - Rod End Bearing Assemblies - Inspection

Federal Register Volume 82, Number 243 (December 20, 2017) - Airworthiness Directive 2017-26-03 is a final rule issued by the FAA addressing Enstrom Helicopter Corporation models F-28, F-28A, F-28C, F-28C-2, F-28C-2R, F-28F, F-28F-R, TH-28, 280, 280C, 280F, 280FX, 480, and 480B. This directive mandates inspection of specific main rotor rod end bearing assemblies to detect corrosion and prevent potential failure that could lead to loss of a main rotor blade. The directive was prompted by an accident involving an Enstrom Model 480B helicopter.

Dec 21, 2017
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtEnstrom Helicopter Corporation 280Enstrom Helicopter Corporation 480Enstrom Helicopter Corporation F-28Enstrom Helicopter Corporation TH-28Enstrom F-28Enstrom F-28AEnstrom F-28CEnstrom F-28C-2Enstrom F-28C-2REnstrom F-28FEnstrom F-28F-REnstrom TH-28Enstrom 280Enstrom 280CEnstrom 280FEnstrom 280FXEnstrom 480Enstrom 480B

EASA AD 2017-0253-E

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2018-0086

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2017-0253-E is an emergency directive addressing safety concerns with Rolls-Royce Trent 1000 engines installed on Boeing 787 aircraft. It targets specific engine serial numbers susceptible to intermediate pressure turbine blade (IPTB) corrosion cracking that could lead to in-flight shut-downs. The directive mandates operational restrictions and maintenance actions to mitigate this risk.

Dec 21, 2017
Airworthiness DirectiveFlight OpsMaintenanceSafety MgmtRolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg TRENT 1000Boeing 787

EASA AD DCA-750XL-21

Wing Lightning Protection Panels - Inspection

Airworthiness Directive DCA/750XL/21 Wing Lightning Protection Panels - Inspection is issued by the Civil Aviation Authority of New Zealand and applies to all Pacific Aerospace 750XL aircraft serial numbers fitted with wing lightning protection panels. This directive mandates an electrical bonding inspection of the wing lightning protection panels to ensure proper lightning protection of the fuel tanks. The inspections must be carried out according to Pacific Aerospace Mandatory Service Bulletin PACSB/XL/092 issue 2 or later revisions.

Dec 21, 2017
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtNzskydive 750XLPacific Aerospace 750XL

EASA SIB SAFO17013

Rockwell Collins Flight Management Systems Pro Line 4 and Pro Line 21 Navigation Databases

SAFO 17013 is a Safety Alert for Operators issued by the FAA regarding Rockwell Collins Flight Management Systems Pro Line 4 and Pro Line 21 navigation databases. It addresses the reinstatement of approximately 10,000 approach procedures and informs operators of new temperature compensation limitations affecting certain FMS versions installed on aircraft such as the CRJ-200. The alert identifies specific affected Rockwell Collins Flight Management Computer part numbers including FMC-3000, FMC-4200, FMC-5000, and FMC-6000.

Dec 20, 2017
Safety Information BulletinFlight OpsSafety Mgmt

EASA SIB 2017-04R1

WITHDRAWN - REPLACED BY EASA SIB 2025-03

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2017-04R1 is a revised safety bulletin addressing the risks associated with the air transport of portable electronic devices (PEDs) containing lithium batteries carried by passengers. It applies to aeroplane operators and focuses on preventing incidents caused by thermal runaway events in large PEDs, especially when carried in checked baggage. The bulletin highlights the limited fire containment capabilities of Class C and D cargo compartments and provides safety recommendations to mitigate these risks.

Dec 19, 2017
Safety Information BulletinFlight OpsSafety Mgmt