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EASA Regulations & Airworthiness Directives

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EASA AD US-2018-18-03

Doors / Fuselage - Floor Beam Lower Chord and Door Stop Fittings - Inspection

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2018-18-03 addresses certain Boeing Company Model 737-100, -200, -200C, -300, -400, and -500 series airplanes. This directive mandates repetitive inspections of the floor beam lower chord and door stop fittings at the forward airstair door cutout to detect cracks. It aims to ensure structural integrity and prevent possible rapid decompression.

Airworthiness Directive

Boeing 737100200200C300400500

EASA AD US-2018-17-14

Engine Exhaust - Thrust Reverser - Inspection

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2018-17-14 addresses certain General Electric Company CF34-8E turbofan engines. It mandates a one-time inspection of the gap between the core cowl seal and the pylon seal on specific thrust reverser halves to ensure the gap width is within acceptable limits. If the gap exceeds 1 mm, the thrust reverser fire seals must be replaced to prevent potential fire hazards.

Airworthiness Directive

General Electric CF34-8

EASA AD US-2018-19-20

Fuselage - Frames and Stub Beams - Inspection / Repair

Airworthiness Directive 2018-19-20 is a final rule issued by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) addressing certain Boeing Company Model 737-200, -300, -400, and -500 series airplanes. The directive mandates inspections and repairs related to cracking in fuselage frames and stub beams to ensure continued airworthiness and structural integrity.

Airworthiness Directive

Boeing 737200300400500

EASA AD US-2018-18-13

Wings - Outboard Flap Tracks - Inspection

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2018-18-13 addresses all Boeing 737-100, -200, -200C, -300, -400, and -500 series airplanes. It mandates inspections and repetitive overhauls of the wing outboard flap tracks due to reports of cracking in certain flanges and adjacent webs. This directive aims to ensure the structural integrity of the flap tracks to maintain safe flight control.

Airworthiness Directive

Boeing 737100200200C300400500

EASA AD 2018-0216

Engine — Full Authority Digital Electronic Control Software — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0216 is an airworthiness directive addressing the CFM International LEAP-1A series engines installed on various Airbus A320neo family aircraft. It mandates the replacement of Full Authority Digital Electronic Control (FADEC) software to prevent engine thrust issues during take-off. The directive applies to multiple LEAP-1A engine models and aims to enhance engine control system reliability.

Airworthiness Directive

CFM International LEAP-1A
CFM International LEAP-1C
Airbus A320neo

EASA AD 2018-0215

Superseded by EASA AD 2019-0159

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0215 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting all Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes. It addresses a fuel quantity indication system issue related to incorrect fuel on board readings caused by a faulty refuel isolation valve position sensor. The directive mandates amendments to the Airbus A380 Aircraft Flight Manual to include procedures for cross-checking fuel quantity indications after refueling.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded

Airbus A380

EASA AD US-2018-19-23

Doors - Cargo Door Control Switches - Replacement / Installation

Airworthiness Directive 2018-19-23 is a final rule issued by the Federal Aviation Administration addressing certain Boeing 747 and 757 series airplanes. It mandates replacement of specific cargo door control switches with improved versions, installation of an arm switch on certain cargo doors, and requires operational and functional testing. This directive aims to prevent uncommanded cargo door operations that could cause injury or damage.

Airworthiness Directive

Boeing 747
Boeing 757

EASA AD 2018-0214

Flight Controls — Rudder Pedal Gust Lock Mounts — Removal

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0214 is an airworthiness directive affecting Diamond Aircraft Industries GmbH DA 42 NG and DA 42 M-NG aeroplanes. It addresses a potential issue with the rudder pedal gust lock mounts that may interfere with the canopy gas spring damper, potentially restricting rudder travel. The directive mandates removal of the pilot side rudder pedal gust lock mounts to ensure safe operation.

Airworthiness Directive

Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 42
Diamond Aircraft Industries GmbH DA 42 NG
Diamond Aircraft Industries GmbH DA 42 M-NG

EASA AD CF-2018-24

Cold Weather Operations — Introduction of Low Ground Temperature Wing Anti-Ice Procedure

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2018-24 introduces a new low ground temperature wing anti-ice procedure for Bombardier Inc. model CL-600-1A11 (Challenger 600) aircraft, serial numbers 1001 through 1085. This directive mandates changes to the Aircraft Flight Manual to enhance safety during cold weather operations. The procedure requires activation of the wing anti-ice system when the outside air temperature is 5 degrees Celsius or below.

Airworthiness Directive

Bombardier CL-600 (Challenger)
Bombardier CL-600-1A11

EASA AD 2018-0211

Engine – Fan Blades – Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0211 addresses safety concerns for CFM International CFM56-7B engines installed on Boeing 737-600, 737-700, 737-800, and 737-900 aircraft. It mandates ultrasonic inspections of specific fan blades to detect cracks that could lead to fan blade failure and uncontained debris release. The directive applies to multiple CFM56-7B engine variants and affected fan blade part numbers.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded

CFM International CFM56-7B
Boeing 737-600
Boeing 737-700
Boeing 737-800
Boeing 737-900

EASA AD 2018-0199

Engine – Oil Service Pipe Sealing Rings – Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0199 is an airworthiness directive addressing Rolls-Royce RB211 Trent 970-84, 972-84, and 972E-84 engines, commonly installed on Airbus A380 aircraft. The directive focuses on the replacement and life limitation of high pressure/intermediate pressure support structure oil service tube buffer sealing rings with Part Number FW64487 to prevent potential engine failures.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded

Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg RB211 TRENT 900
Airbus A380

EASA AD 2018-0202R1

Engine — Low Pressure Compressor Blades — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0202R1 is a regulatory document addressing the inspection requirements for low pressure compressor fan blades on Rolls-Royce RB211-535E4 series engines, which are installed on aircraft including Boeing 757 and Tupolev TU-204. The directive mandates repetitive inspections to detect cracks in fan blade roots that could lead to blade failure and potential engine debris release. It provides detailed inspection intervals based on engine model and flight profile, along with corrective actions and optional terminating modifications.

Airworthiness Directive

Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg RB211-535
Boeing 757
Tupolev TU-204

EASA AD 2018-0210-E

Equipment & Furnishings — Hoist Carrier Assembly — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0210-E is an emergency directive addressing the inspection of the hoist carrier assembly on Airbus Helicopters Deutschland GmbH EC135 and EC635 helicopter models, excluding the P3H and T3H variants. It targets Goodrich electrical hoists with specific part numbers installed on these helicopters to ensure correct assembly and prevent potential safety hazards.

Airworthiness Directive

Airbus Helicopters EC135
Airbus Helicopters 635
Airbus Helicopters EC635

EASA AD US-2018-17-20

Fuel - Airworthiness Limitations / Maintenance or Inspection Program - Revision

The Fuel - Airworthiness Limitations / Maintenance or Inspection Program - Revision is a final rule airworthiness directive issued by the FAA that applies to certain Boeing 727 series airplanes. It mandates updates to the maintenance or inspection programs to incorporate the latest airworthiness limitations related to fuel tank ignition prevention. This directive addresses safety concerns to prevent fuel tank explosions caused by ignition sources within the fuel tanks.

Airworthiness Directive

Boeing 727

EASA AD US-2018-14-10

Fuel Control Turbine Engines - Electronic Engine Control Software - Installation

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2018-14-10 addresses certain Pratt & Whitney PW2037, PW2037M, and PW2040 turbofan engines. This final rule mandates the installation of updated electronic engine control (EEC) software standards to prevent unsafe conditions caused by ice crystal icing events leading to unrecoverable engine in-flight shutdowns. The directive applies to engines installed on U.S.-registered aircraft and provides instructions for compliance and software installation.

Airworthiness Directive

Pratt & Whitney PW2000

EASA AD 2014-0118R1

Main Rotor Drive — Engine-to-Transmission Drive Shaft Line Nuts — Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2014-0118R1 is a regulatory document addressing the inspection and replacement of engine-to-transmission drive shaft line nuts on Bell Helicopter Textron Inc. 212, 412, and 412EP helicopter models. The directive focuses on nuts with part numbers MS21042L4 and MS21042L5, which were found to be susceptible to cracking due to a production defect causing hydrogen embrittlement. This AD mandates inspections and replacement procedures to prevent potential loss of main rotor power.

Airworthiness Directive

Bell Textron Inc. (Bti) 212
Bell Textron Inc. (Bti) 412
Bell Helicopter Textron 212
Bell Helicopter Textron 412
Bell Helicopter Textron 412EP

EASA AD US-2018-18-12

Superseded by FAA AD 2019-16-16

FAA Airworthiness Directive 2018-18-12 is a final rule addressing Airbus Helicopters Model AS350B, AS350B1, AS350B2, AS350B3, and AS350BA equipped with Pall Aerospace Corporation inlet barrier filter elements part numbers CE01301F2 or CE01301F2B. This directive mandates revisions to the Rotorcraft Flight Manual Supplement to prohibit operation with a wet inlet barrier filter and requires replacement of the filter if it becomes wet. The AD aims to prevent engine flameout caused by excessive water ingestion through the filter.

Airworthiness Directive

Airbus Helicopters AS 350
Airbus Helicopters EC 130
Airbus Helicopters AS350B
Airbus Helicopters AS350B1
Airbus Helicopters AS350B2
Airbus Helicopters AS350B3
Airbus Helicopters AS350BA

EASA AD 2018-0209

Fuselage — Fuel Draining System — Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0209 is an official regulatory document addressing Airbus Helicopters AS 332 series models, including AS 332 C, C1, L, L1, and L2. This directive mandates a modification to the fuel draining system of these helicopters to enhance safety. The modification involves removing fuel tank drain plugs to prevent fuel accumulation and reduce fire risk.

Airworthiness Directive

Airbus Helicopters SA 330
Airbus Helicopters AS 332
Airbus Helicopters EC 225

EASA AD 2016-0035R1

Fuselage – Structure Frames and Joints – Modification / Reinforcement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2016-0035R1 is a regulatory update affecting Airbus A340-211, A340-212, A340-213, A340-311, A340-312, and A340-313 aeroplanes. It mandates structural modifications and reinforcements to fuselage frames and joints to ensure continued airworthiness and compliance with damage tolerance requirements. The directive addresses modifications originally listed in Airbus A340 ALS Part 2 Section 3 and provides alternative modification solutions.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded

Airbus A340211212213311312313

EASA AD 2018-0208

Emergency Flotation System — Aft Float Assembly Inflation System — Removal / Installation

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0208 addresses the emergency flotation system aft float assembly inflation system on Leonardo S.p.A. AB139, AW139, AW169, and AW189 helicopters. It applies to specific part numbers of the Shape Memory Alloy inflation systems installed on these helicopters. The directive mandates removal and replacement of affected parts to prevent uncommanded deployment of the emergency flotation system.

Airworthiness Directive

Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AB139
Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AW139
Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AW169
Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AW189
Leonardo AB139
Leonardo AW139
Leonardo AW169
Leonardo AW189