EASA Regulations & Airworthiness Directives

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EASA AD 2018-0077

Apr 6, 2018

Landing Gear – Hydraulic Line Restrictor Check Valve – Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0077 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Fokker Services B.V. F28 aeroplanes, specifically the F28 Mark 0070 and Mark 0100 models. It addresses issues with hydraulic line restrictor check valves in the parking brake shut-off valve (PBSOV) hydraulic return line that may become obstructed by debris. The directive mandates replacement of these valves with improved versions incorporating a filter screen to ensure safe landing gear operation.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Fokker F28

EASA AD CF-2018-11

Apr 6, 2018

Landing Gear — Uncommanded Nose Wheel Steering Due to Failure of the Steering Selector Valve

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2018-11 addresses uncommanded nose wheel steering issues on Bombardier Inc. model BD-100-1A10 aeroplanes, serial numbers 20002 to 20744. The directive mandates modifications to the hydraulic system to prevent steering selector valve failures caused by hydraulic contamination. This safety measure aims to reduce the risk of runway excursions due to nose wheel steering malfunctions.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Bombardier BD-1001A10

EASA AD 2018-0075

Apr 5, 2018

Engines – Beta Switch – Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0075 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting GE Aviation Czech H80-200 engines installed with Avia Propeller AV-725 propellers on Aircraft Industries L 410 UVP-E20 and L 410 UVP-E20 CARGO aeroplanes. It addresses a safety issue related to the Beta switch on these engines that could lead to loss of control of the aircraft. The directive mandates inspection, adjustment, and replacement of the Beta switch to ensure continued safe operation.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Ge Aviation Czech H75, H80, H85
  • Aircraft Industries L 410 UVP-E20
  • Aircraft Industries L 410 UVP-E20 CARGO

EASA AD CF-2018-10

Apr 5, 2018

Fuselage — Cracking of Forward and Aft Wire Pull Fittings

The Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2018-10 addresses cracking issues in the forward and aft wire pull fittings on Viking Air Limited DHC-2 Mk. I and Mk. III aeroplanes equipped with specific gross weight increase kits. The directive applies to aircraft fitted with float strut wire pull fittings part numbers VALTBS1245-1/-2 and VALTBS1244-1. It mandates replacement of these fittings with improved parts made from a corrosion-resistant aluminum alloy and requires recurring inspections to ensure continued airworthiness.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Viking Air DHC-2
  • Viking Air DHC-2 Mk. I
  • Viking Air DHC-2 Mk. III

EASA AD 2018-0074

Apr 5, 2018

Oxygen - Main Passenger Oxygen Distribution Line Flexible Hoses - Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0074 is an airworthiness directive addressing the replacement of main passenger oxygen distribution line flexible hoses on Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes. It targets specific flexible hoses installed in the upper deck crossbeam and framework areas that may be prone to rupture due to installation issues. The directive applies to all manufacturer serial numbers of these Airbus A380 models.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A380

EASA AD 2018-0041R1

Apr 4, 2018

[Correction] Engine — Operational Restrictions

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0041R1 is a correction and revision to the original emergency AD addressing operational restrictions for certain Airbus A320-271N, A321-271N, and A321-272N aeroplanes equipped with specific International Aero Engines (IAE) PW1000G series engines. The directive targets engines with serial numbers P770450 to P770614 that are susceptible to high pressure compressor aft hub knife edge seal cracks, which can lead to in-flight shutdowns. It mandates operational limitations to mitigate the risk of dual engine failure and restricts Extended range Two-engine Operations (ETOPS) for affected engines.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A320
  • Airbus A321

EASA AD US-2018-06-11

Apr 3, 2018

Turbocharging - Exhaust Tailpipe V-Band Coupling (Clamp) - Life Limit / Inspection

The document titled 'Turbocharging - Exhaust Tailpipe V-Band Coupling (Clamp) - Life Limit / Inspection' is an FAA approval letter granting a Global Alternate Method of Compliance (AMOC) for Airworthiness Directive 2018-06-11. It affects Textron Aviation models A36TC, B36TC, S35, V35, V35A, and V35B airplanes equipped with specific Continental TSI0-520-D engines and turbochargers. The AMOC addresses replacement and inspection procedures for the exhaust tailpipe V-band coupling part number S1921-1 as an acceptable substitute for certain original part numbers.

Agency Decision
  • Textron Aviation 35 (Bonanza)
  • Textron Aviation 36 (Bonanza)
  • Textron Aviation A36TC
  • Textron Aviation B36TC
  • Textron Aviation S35
  • Textron Aviation V35
  • Textron Aviation V35A
  • Textron Aviation V35B

EASA AD 2018-0073

Mar 30, 2018

Engine – Intermediate Pressure Compressor Rotor 1 and 2 Blades – Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0073 is an airworthiness directive addressing Rolls-Royce Trent 1000 series engines installed on Boeing 787 aircraft. It mandates inspections of the Intermediate Pressure Compressor (IPC) Rotor 1 and 2 blades due to reported cracking issues that could lead to in-flight blade release and reduced aircraft control. The directive requires repetitive inspections and corrective actions to ensure engine safety and continued airworthiness.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg TRENT 1000
  • Boeing 787

EASA AD 2018-0072

Mar 28, 2018

Fuel System — Firewall — Inspection / Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0072 is an airworthiness directive issued for Costruzioni Aeronautiche TECNAM S.r.l. P2008 JC aeroplanes, serial numbers 1002 to 1085 inclusive. It addresses a potential unsafe condition related to the engine firewall fuel system, specifically concerning steel patches that may detach during an engine fire. The directive mandates inspection and possible modification of the firewall patches to prevent fire propagation.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Tecnam P2008 JC
  • Costruzioni Aeronautiche TECNAM P2008 JC

EASA AD US-2018-04-12

Mar 27, 2018

Fuel - Fuel Tank - Inspection / Revision of the Maintenance or Inspection Program

Airworthiness Directive 2018-04-12 is a final rule issued by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) addressing all Boeing Company Model 737-100, -200, -200C, -300, -400, and -500 series airplanes. This directive mandates modifications to fuel tank wiring to prevent electrical arcing and potential fuel tank explosions. It requires installation of shielded wire bundles and convoluted liners within fuel tank conduits and updates to the maintenance or inspection program to include specific airworthiness limitations.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Boeing 737100200200C300400500

EASA AD 2018-0070

Mar 27, 2018

Main Rotor — Vibration Absorber Star — Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0070 is an airworthiness directive addressing the inspection and replacement of the main rotor vibration absorber star, part number 30.23.005.01.04, installed on all serial numbers of PZL W-3A and PZL W-3AS helicopters. The directive mandates repetitive inspections to detect corrosion and potential defects that could compromise structural integrity and helicopter control. It applies to parts installed on these helicopter models and requires compliance with the manufacturer's mandatory bulletin BO-37-18-291.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Wsk Pzl-Swidnik PZL W-3A
  • PZL W-3A
  • PZL W-3AS

EASA AD 2007-0057R1

Mar 26, 2018

Engine — Gas Generator Front Bearing — Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2007-0057R1 is a regulatory update addressing the ARRIUS 2F engines manufactured by SAFRAN Helicopter Engines, commonly installed on EC 120B helicopters. This directive mandates modifications to the gas generator front bearing to prevent un-commanded in-flight engine shutdowns caused by bearing fractures. The directive ensures continued airworthiness by requiring installation of improved gas generator front bearings.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Safran ARRIUS 2
  • Eurocopter EC 120B

EASA AD 2018-0069

Mar 26, 2018

Navigation — Flight / Ground Logic — Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0069 is an airworthiness directive affecting Airbus Helicopters EC 155 B and EC 155 B1 models. It addresses a safety issue related to the Flight/Ground signal logic used by the Attitude Heading and Reference Systems (AHRS) on these helicopters. The directive mandates modifications to ensure independent Flight/Ground signal supply to each AHRS to prevent erroneous flight instrument indications.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus Helicopters SA
  • Airbus Helicopters AS 365
  • Airbus Helicopters EC 155
  • Airbus Helicopters EC 155 B
  • Airbus Helicopters EC 155 B1

EASA AD 2018-0068

Mar 26, 2018

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

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0068 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A330 aeroplanes, including models A330-201 through A330-343. It mandates compliance with the Airbus A330 Airworthiness Limitations Section Part 2, Revision 02, which covers damage tolerant airworthiness limitation items. This directive ensures continued airworthiness by requiring specific maintenance tasks and inspections.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Airbus A330

EASA AD 2016-0152R1

Mar 26, 2018

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

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2016-0152R1 is an updated directive affecting Airbus A340 series aeroplanes, including models A340-211, A340-212, A340-213, A340-311, A340-312, A340-313, A340-541, A340-542, A340-642, and A340-643. This directive mandates compliance with the Airbus A340 Airworthiness Limitations Section (ALS) Part 2, which covers damage tolerant airworthiness limitation items to ensure continued airworthiness and safety.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Airbus A340211212213311312313541542642643

EASA AD DCA-750XL-28

Mar 23, 2018

Elevator Bellcrank Pivot - Inspection

The Airworthiness Directive DCA/750XL/28 Elevator Bellcrank Pivot - 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 of the elevator bellcrank pivot joint bolt to ensure the correct bolt length is installed. It specifically addresses the potential use of a bolt part number AN4-20 that is too short, requiring replacement with bolt part number AN4-21 if found.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Nzskydive 750XL
  • Pacific Aerospace 750XL

EASA AD US-2018-04-08

Mar 23, 2018

Fuselage - Aft Pressure Bulkhead Gore Webs, Lap Splices and Repair Webs - Inspection

Federal Register Volume 83, Number 39 (2018) Final Rule Airworthiness Directive addresses all Boeing 737-100, -200, -200C, -300, -400, and -500 series airplanes. It mandates repetitive inspections of the aft pressure bulkhead gore webs, lap splices, and repair webs to detect widespread fatigue damage. The directive aims to prevent potential rapid decompression and loss of structural integrity.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Boeing 737100200200C300400500

EASA AD US-2018-04-06

Mar 23, 2018

Fuselage - Forward Entry Door Cut-out Intercostals / Frame Inner Chord — Inspection / Repair

Federal Aviation Administration Airworthiness Directive 2018-04-06 is a final rule addressing The Boeing Company Model 737-100, -200, -200C, -300, -400, and -500 series airplanes. It mandates inspections and repairs related to cracking in the fuselage forward entry door cut-out intercostals and frame inner chord to ensure structural integrity and prevent potential loss of the forward entry door and rapid decompression.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Boeing 737100200200C300400500