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EASA AD 2018-0183

Tail Rotor — Blade — Life Limit / Re-identification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0183 is an airworthiness directive addressing tail rotor blades on Airbus Helicopters EC 120 B helicopters. It applies to tail rotor blades with part numbers C642A0300103, C642A0300104, and C642A0300105. The directive mandates re-identification and implementation of a new service life limit for certain tail rotor blades due to changes in manufacturing processes.

Airworthiness Directive

Airbus Helicopters EC 120 B

EASA AD 2018-0184

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks – Certification Maintenance Requirements and Airworthiness Limitations – Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0184 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting ATR 72-101, ATR 72-102, ATR 72-201, ATR 72-202, ATR 72-211, ATR 72-212, and ATR 72-212A aeroplanes. It mandates compliance with the updated ATR 72 Time Limits Document Revision 16, which includes new and more restrictive airworthiness limitations and maintenance requirements. This directive ensures continued airworthiness by enforcing life limits and maintenance tasks for these aircraft models.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded

ATR ATR72
ATR 72-101
ATR 72-102
ATR 72-201
ATR 72-202
ATR 72-211
ATR 72-212
ATR 72-212A

EASA AD CF-2018-23

Engine Turbine/Turboshaft — RPM (N2) Steady-State Operation Avoidance Range Limit

The Airworthiness Directive CF-2018-23 issued by Transport Canada mandates updated operating limitations for the engine turbine/turboshaft RPM (N2) steady-state operation avoidance range on Bell Helicopter Textron Canada Limited (BHTCL) model 206B and 206L series helicopters. This directive addresses issues related to Rolls Royce 250-C20 Series engine turbine wheel failures by expanding the RPM avoidance range and requiring amendments to the Rotorcraft Flight Manual and installation of a new decal. It applies specifically to certain serial numbers of model 206B and 206L helicopters and excludes those modified by specific Supplemental Type Certificates.

Airworthiness Directive

Bell 206
Bell Helicopter Textron Canada Limited 206B
Bell Helicopter Textron Canada Limited 206L

EASA AD 2018-0181

Fuselage — Envelope Vertical Load Tapes — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0181 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Balóny Kubíček spol. s r.o. BB hot air balloons with serial numbers 1292, 1331, 1360, 1364, and 1397. The directive mandates inspection of the envelope vertical load tapes to detect weaving defects that could compromise balloon safety. It provides instructions based on Service Bulletin No. BB/52 for inspecting and repairing affected load tapes.

Airworthiness Directive

Kubicek Factory S.R.O BB Hot Air Balloons
Balóny Kubíček BB hot air balloon

EASA AD US-2018-17-01

Superseded by FAA AD 2019-09-02

Airworthiness Directive 2018-17-01 supersedes AD 2017-15-02 and applies to Bell Helicopter Textron, Inc. Model 212, 412, 412CF, and 412EP helicopters. It addresses unsafe conditions related to certain Circor Aerospace engine oil and fuel check valves, part numbers 209-062-520-001 and 209-062-607-001, manufactured between October 2011 and March 2015, excluding those marked with "TQL". The directive requires inspection and replacement of these check valves to prevent potential engine failure or fire.

Airworthiness Directive

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

EASA AD 2018-0180

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks – Airworthiness Limitations Section Part 3 – Certification Maintenance Requirements – Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0180 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aeroplanes. It addresses the airworthiness limitations related to the Certification Maintenance Requirements as specified in the Airbus Airworthiness Limitations Section Part 3 Revision 06. This directive ensures that operators comply with updated maintenance tasks and intervals to maintain aircraft safety.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded

Airbus A318
Airbus A319
Airbus A320
Airbus A321

EASA AD 2018-0178

Hydraulic System / Fuel Tank Inerting System — Engine Driven Pump Rapid Overheat — Master Minimum Equipment List Restriction / Software Update / Modification

Hydraulic System / Fuel Tank Inerting System — Engine Driven Pump Rapid Overheat — Master Minimum Equipment List Restriction / Software Update / Modification is a regulatory document concerning the Airbus A350 aircraft. It addresses issues related to rapid overheating of the engine-driven pump affecting the hydraulic and fuel tank inerting systems. The document outlines restrictions to the Master Minimum Equipment List (MMEL) and introduces software updates and modifications to mitigate these issues.

Master Minimum Equipment List Restriction

Airbus A350

EASA AD 2018-0179

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks – Certification Maintenance Requirements – ALS Part 3 – Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0179 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A350-941 and A350-1041 aeroplanes. It mandates compliance with the updated Airbus A350 Airworthiness Limitations Section (ALS) Part 3, variation 4.2, which includes new and more restrictive Certification Maintenance Requirements (CMRs).

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded

Airbus A3509411041

EASA AD US-2018-17-03

Ice and Rain Protection - Cabin Air Compressor Inlet Ice Protection System Wiring - Modification

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2018-17-03 addresses certain Boeing Model 787-8 and 787-9 airplanes. This directive focuses on the cabin air compressor inlet ice protection system wiring, specifically targeting failures in the lip heater assemblies caused by wire chafing. The AD mandates modifications to electrical connectors, wire routing, and installation of new or modified inlet duct assemblies to ensure continued airworthiness.

Airworthiness Directive

Boeing 78789

EASA AD US-2018-17-04

Engine - Turbine Wheels - Removal / Replacement

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2018-17-04 addresses certain Rolls-Royce Corporation AE 2100D2A and AE 2100D3 turboprop engines and AE 3007A2 turbofan engines. It focuses on the removal and replacement of specific 1st-stage gas generator turbine wheels and 1st-stage high-pressure turbine wheels due to potential low-cycle fatigue failure. This directive applies to engines with specified part and serial numbers to ensure continued airworthiness and safety.

Airworthiness Directive

Rolls-Royce Corporation (Usa) AE 2100
Rolls-Royce Corporation (Usa) AE 3007

EASA AD 2018-0176

Main Rotor Drive — Main Gearbox Magnetic Plug — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0176 is an AD issued for Airbus Helicopters SA 365, AS 365, and EC155 models. It mandates the replacement of certain magnetic plugs installed in the main gearbox pump intake with improved non-electrical magnetic plugs. This directive applies to all serial numbers except those with specific Airbus Helicopters modifications 0763B19 or 0763C96 already embodied.

Airworthiness Directive

Airbus Helicopters SA
Airbus Helicopters AS 365
Airbus Helicopters EC 155
Airbus Helicopters SA 365
Airbus Helicopters EC155

EASA AD 2018-0177

Rotor Drive – Main Gearbox Magnetic Plugs – Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0177 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus Helicopters EC 175 B models. It mandates repetitive inspections of the main gearbox magnetic plugs to detect particle contamination that could indicate unsafe wear. The directive aims to enhance safety by reducing inspection intervals and updating acceptance criteria for particle assessment.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded

Airbus Helicopters EC175
Airbus Helicopters EC 175 B

EASA AD CF-2018-22

Electrical Power - Variable Frequency Generator Harness Low Clearance to Hydraulic/Fuel Lines

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2018-22 addresses a safety concern on Bombardier Inc. model BD-700-1A10 and BD-700-1A11 aeroplanes, serial numbers 9001 through 9831 and 9998. The directive focuses on the electrical power system, specifically the low clearance between Variable Frequency Generator (VFG) harnesses and hydraulic/fuel lines in the Aft Equipment Bay. It mandates modifications to ensure proper clearance to prevent potential chafing and associated risks.

Airworthiness Directive

Bombardier BD-7001A101A11

EASA AD 2018-0175-E

Engine — Power Turbine Limitations — Operational Limitation

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0175-E is an emergency directive addressing operational limitations on the power turbine speed of Rolls-Royce Corporation 250-C20 and 250-C20R engines installed on Leonardo AB206B helicopters. This directive updates previous limitations to prevent engine turbine failures that could compromise helicopter control. It applies specifically to AB206B helicopters, including those converted from AB206A models with certain service bulletins embodied.

Airworthiness Directive

Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AB206
Leonardo AB206B

EASA AD US-2018-14-06

Wings - Aileron Hinge Support - Inspection / Installation

Airworthiness Directive 2018-14-06 is a final rule issued by the FAA addressing certain American Champion Aircraft Corp. Model 8KCAB airplanes. It mandates repetitive inspections of the aileron hinge support, installation of a reinforcement kit, and updates to the service manual to prevent failure of the aileron support structure that could lead to loss of control.

Airworthiness Directive

American Champion Aircraft Corp 8 series
American Champion Aircraft Corp. 8KCAB

EASA AD US-2018-13-06

Wings - Lower Outboard Wing Skin - Inspection

Airworthiness Directive 2018-13-06 is a final rule issued by the Federal Aviation Administration affecting certain Boeing 767-300 and 767-300F series airplanes. It addresses fatigue cracking in the lower outboard wing skin at the inboard segment of stringer L-9.5 on airplanes equipped with winglets installed per Supplemental Type Certificate ST01920SE. The directive mandates repetitive high frequency eddy current inspections and necessary repairs to ensure continued airworthiness.

Airworthiness Directive

Boeing 767300300F

EASA AD 2018-0174

Wings — Top Skin Stringer Joints at Rib 19 — Inspection / Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0174 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A310-304, A310-308, A310-322, A310-324, and A310-325 aeroplanes. It addresses inspection and modification requirements for the top skin stringer joints at Rib 19 on both wings to prevent structural integrity issues. The directive mandates specific inspections and modifications to ensure continued airworthiness of the affected aircraft.

Airworthiness Directive

Airbus A310

EASA AD US-2018-16-06

Fuselage - Boeing Material Specification (BMS) 8-39 Flexible Urethane Foam - Inspection / Modification / Replacement

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2018-16-06 addresses certain Boeing Model 747 series airplanes, including the 747-100, -200, -300, -400, 747SP, 747SR, and 747-8 series. This directive focuses on inspecting, modifying, and replacing Boeing Material Specification (BMS) 8-39 flexible urethane foam used in fuselage floor panel assemblies and power drive unit cover assemblies. The AD aims to mitigate fire risks associated with the degradation of this foam material.

Airworthiness Directive

Boeing 7471002003004008
Boeing 747SP
Boeing 747SR

EASA AD US-2018-16-07

Superseded by FAA AD 2019-02-01

FAA Airworthiness Directive 2018-16-07 is a final rule addressing certain General Electric GEnx turbofan engines, including models GEnx-1B54 through GEnx-2B67 variants, equipped with specific high-pressure turbine (HPT) stator cases. This directive mandates the removal and replacement of affected HPT stator cases due to unapproved weld repairs discovered at a manufacturing facility. The AD aims to prevent potential engine failure, fire, and consequent damage to the airplane.

Airworthiness Directive

General Electric GEnx

EASA AD 2018-0173-E

Equipment & Furnishings — Hoist Carrier Assembly — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0173-E is an emergency directive addressing inspection requirements for the Goodrich electrical hoist carrier assembly installed on Airbus Helicopters AS 332 L2, EC 225 LP, AS 365 N3, and EC175 B models. The directive mandates inspection of specific hoist part numbers to detect incorrect assembly that could lead to carrier assembly loosening and potential load loss. It applies to all serial numbers of the affected helicopter models and requires compliance with Airbus Helicopters Alert Service Bulletins.

Airworthiness Directive

Airbus Helicopters EC175
Airbus Helicopters SA 330
Airbus Helicopters AS 332
Airbus Helicopters EC 225
Airbus Helicopters SA
Airbus Helicopters AS 365
Airbus Helicopters EC 155
Airbus Helicopters AS 332 L2
Airbus Helicopters EC 225 LP
Airbus Helicopters AS 365 N3
Airbus Helicopters EC175 B