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EASA Regulations & Airworthiness Directives

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EASA AD US-2018-03-04

ROSEMOUNT AEROSPACE INC. - Pitot Probes - Inspection / Replacement

Federal Aviation Administration Airworthiness Directive 2018-03-04 is a final rule addressing Rosemount Aerospace Model 851AK pitot probes repaired by CSI Aerospace, Inc. between January 2013 and July 2014. This directive applies to airplanes equipped with these specific pitot probes and requires inspection and replacement to prevent incorrect airspeed indications during flight.

Airworthiness Directive

EASA AD 2018-0055

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks — Time Limit Manual — Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0055 is an airworthiness directive affecting Rolls-Royce Deutschland Tay 611-8C engines, commonly installed on Gulfstream Aerospace GIV-X aircraft. The directive mandates compliance with updated airworthiness limitations related to time limits and maintenance checks as specified in the Rolls-Royce Deutschland Time Limits Manual. It ensures continued airworthiness by enforcing life limits and mandatory inspections for engine components, including the number of Dry Film Lubrication treatments on fan blade retention lugs.

Airworthiness Directive

Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg Tay
Gulfstream Aerospace GIV-X

EASA AD US-2018-04-07

Wings - Structural Significant Items (SSIs) - Revision of the Maintenance or Inspection Program / Inspection

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2018-04-07 titled 'Wings - Structural Significant Items (SSIs) - Revision of the Maintenance or Inspection Program / Inspection' applies to all Boeing Model 747 series airplanes including 747-100, 747-200, 747-300, 747-400, 747SR, and 747SP variants. This directive addresses fatigue cracking issues identified in aging transport category airplanes by requiring updates to maintenance and inspection programs to include inspections of structural significant items (SSIs).

Airworthiness Directive

Boeing 747100200300400
Boeing 747SR
Boeing 747SP

EASA AD US-2018-04-13

Engine Controls - Engine Electronic Control Unit (ECU) - Sealant Application

Federal Aviation Administration Airworthiness Directive 2018-04-13 is a final rule addressing certain Honeywell International Inc. AS907 series turbofan engines. It requires applying sealant to specific areas of the engine electronic control unit (ECU) to prevent water intrusion and inserting updated airplane operating procedures into flight manuals. This directive targets engines that have experienced loss-of-thrust-control events due to ECU water intrusion.

Airworthiness Directive

Honeywell International AS907

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.

Airworthiness Directive

Bombardier BD-7001A101A11

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.

Airworthiness Directive

Airbus A380841842861

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.

Airworthiness Directive

Boeing 78789

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.

Airworthiness Directive

Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters A109
Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters A119
Leonardo AW109SP

EASA AD US-2018-05-06

Superseded by FAA AD 2023-08-02

FAA Airworthiness Directive 2018-05-06 is a final rule affecting certain Boeing 787-8 and 787-9 airplanes. It addresses the issue of disengaged decompression panels in the bilge barriers of the forward and aft cargo compartments. The directive mandates inspections and replacement of decompression panels to enhance safety.

Airworthiness Directive

Boeing 78789

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.

Airworthiness Directive

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

EASA SIB NM-16-21

Boeing 737 Aeroplanes - Flight Controls

The Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin SAIB: NM-16-21 is an FAA information bulletin addressing flight control procedures for Boeing 737-600, -700, -700C, -800, -900, and -900ER airplanes. It provides guidance on horizontal stabilizer position settings during de-icing to prevent elevator control issues. This bulletin is informational and does not mandate regulatory action.

Safety Information Bulletin

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.

Airworthiness Directive

Airbus A320

EASA AD 2018-0051

Flight Controls – Rudder Pedal Control System – Modification

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.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded

Airbus Defence & Space C-212
EADS-CASA C-212-CB
EADS-CASA C-212-CC
EADS-CASA C-212-CD
EADS-CASA C-212-CE
EADS-CASA C-212-DD
EADS-CASA C-212-DF
EADS-CASA C-212-EE

EASA AD 2018-0050-E

Power Plant – Engine Mount – Inspection

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.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded

Liftify Ug XA41
Liftify Ug XA42
XtremeAir XA41
XtremeAir XA42

EASA AD 2018-0052

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

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.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded

Airbus Helicopters SA
Airbus Helicopters AS 365
Airbus Helicopters EC 155
Airbus Helicopters EC 155 B
Airbus Helicopters EC 155 B1

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.

Airworthiness Directive

Airbus Helicopters SA
Airbus Helicopters AS 365
Airbus Helicopters EC 155
Airbus 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.

Airworthiness Directive

ATR 42
ATR 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.

Airworthiness Directive

Nzskydive 750XL
Pacific 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.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded

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

Airworthiness Directive

Boeing 777200200LR300300ER