EASA Regulations & Airworthiness Directives

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EASA SIB CE-12-33

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries MU-2B Aeroplanes — Nose Landing Gear Retraction/Extension System

The Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin SAIB CE-12-33 is an FAA informational bulletin addressing the nose landing gear retraction/extension system on Mitsubishi Heavy Industries MU-2B series aircraft. It notifies operators of clarifications made to maintenance documentation regarding the correct orientation of the nose landing gear drag strut down-lock link. This bulletin applies to all MU-2B models listed in Type Certificate Data Sheets A2PC and A10SW.

Jun 21, 2012
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtMitsubishi Heavy Industries MU-2B

EASA SIB CE-12-36

Hawker Beechcraft Corp. Aeroplanes - Improperly Installed Ailerons

The Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin SAIB: CE-12-36 is an FAA informational bulletin addressing the issue of improperly installed ailerons on Hawker Beechcraft Corporation airplanes. Affected aircraft include Bonanza models (per TCDS A-777 and 3A15), Baron models (per TCDS 3A16 and A23CE), King Air Series, and 1900 Airliner models except 1900D (per TCDS 3A20, A14CE, A24CE, and A31CE). The bulletin informs operators and maintenance personnel about the potential for improper aileron installation and provides guidance to mitigate this issue.

Jun 20, 2012
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtHawker Beechcraft BonanzaHawker Beechcraft BaronHawker Beechcraft King AirHawker Beechcraft 1900 Airliner

EASA SIB CE-12-34

Hawker Beechcraft Model 76 (Duchess) Aeroplanes - MLG Cracks in A-Frame Assemblies - post-AD 97-06-10

The Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin SAIB: CE-12-34 addresses cracking issues in the main landing gear "A" frame assemblies with part numbers 105-810023-75 and 105-810023-76 on Hawker Beechcraft Model 76 (Duchess) airplanes. This bulletin provides information on the continued occurrence of cracks despite previous Airworthiness Directive 97-06-10, which allowed installation of these improved assemblies. The bulletin is informational and does not mandate new regulatory action.

Jun 18, 2012
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtHawker Beechcraft Model 76

EASA SIB 2011-24R1

European Geostationary Navigation Overlay Service (EGNOS) Availability

EASA Safety Information Bulletin SIB No: 2011-24R1 titled European Geostationary Navigation Overlay Service (EGNOS) Availability addresses the operational status and performance of the EGNOS Safety of Life service for aircraft certified to conduct RNAV/GNSS approaches to LPV or LNAV/VNAV minima in European airspace. It informs that despite improvements, EGNOS does not fully meet ICAO Annex 10 requirements for continuity and availability during APV SBAS approaches. The bulletin applies broadly to all aircraft using SBAS-based navigation approaches in Europe.

Jun 11, 2012
Safety Information BulletinFlight OpsSafety Mgmt

EASA SIB CE-12-24R1

Cessna 336/337 and (formerly Reims) F337 Aeroplanes — Frayed Flap Extend Cables

The Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin SAIB: CE-12-24R1 is an FAA advisory regarding frayed flap extend cables on Cessna Models F337, 336, and 337 airplanes, including those formerly produced by Reims. It informs owners, operators, and maintenance personnel about the potential for cable wear and recommends inspection practices to ensure continued airworthiness. This bulletin is informational and does not mandate regulatory action under 14 CFR part 39.

Jun 4, 2012
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtCessna 336Cessna 337Reims F337

EASA SIB CE-12-30

Eclipse EA500 Aeroplanes — Wing Main Spar-to-Fuselage Attachment Lugs

The Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin SAIB: CE-12-30 is an FAA informational bulletin addressing corrosion concerns on the wing main spar and fuselage attachment lugs of Eclipse Aerospace EA500 model series aircraft. It provides guidance for inspection and maintenance to registered owners and operators of these aircraft. The bulletin highlights corrosion issues without mandating regulatory action but encourages compliance with Eclipse Aerospace's mandatory service bulletins.

Jun 4, 2012
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtEclipse EA500

EASA SIB SW-12-12

Sikorsky (formerly Schweizer, Hughes) 269C and 269C-1 Helicopters - Engine Failure Simulation

The Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) SW-12-12 provides guidance for owners and operators of Sikorsky (formerly Schweizer, Hughes) 269C and 269C-1 helicopters regarding engine failure simulation. It addresses updated instructions in the approved Pilot Flight Manual to prevent engine stoppage caused by rapid throttle reductions during practice autorotations in helicopters with air-aspirated reciprocating engines.

May 25, 2012
Safety Information BulletinTrainingSafety MgmtSikorsky 269CSikorsky 269C-1

EASA SIB CE-12-31

Garmin GRS 77/77H Attitude and Heading Reference System (AHRS) Units

Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin SAIB: CE-12-31 is an FAA advisory concerning the Garmin GRS 77 and GRS 77H Attitude and Heading Reference System (AHRS) units used in Garmin G500/G500H/G600 systems and integrated flight decks such as G900X, G950, G1000, G1000H, Cirrus Perspective™, and Embraer Prodigy®. It informs operators about a potential unintentional reset of these AHRS units during sustained bank turns in certain geographic regions. This bulletin does not impose mandatory requirements but provides important safety information.

May 23, 2012
Safety Information BulletinSafety Mgmt

EASA SIB 2011-01R2

WITHDRAWN: TECHNICAL CONTENT COVERED IN CS-STAN, SUBPART B, CS-SC202

WITHDRAWN: TECHNICAL CONTENT COVERED IN CS-STAN, SUBPART B, CS-SC202 is an EASA Safety Information Bulletin (SIB No. 2011-01R2) issued on 2012-05-10. It provides information about the use of unleaded Aviation Gasoline UL 91 in aeroplanes powered by spark-ignited piston engines, referencing specific engine service instructions such as Rotax SI-912-016/SI-914-019 and Lycoming Service Instruction No. 1070R. The bulletin clarifies fuel standards and approvals related to unleaded Avgas UL 91 and its compatibility with engines approved for Avgas or Motor Gasoline (Mogas).

May 10, 2012
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety Mgmt

EASA SIB 2012-07

Diehl Comfort Modules (formerly DASELL) Baby Nursing Tables - Hinge Replacement

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2012-07 addresses the replacement of pivot-type hinges with piano-type hinges on Diehl Comfort Modules (formerly DASELL) baby nursing tables installed on Airbus A319, A320, A321, A300-600, A310, and A330 aircraft. The bulletin informs operators about reported incidents of finger injuries and infant entrapment caused by the folding mechanism of these nursing tables. It provides references to Airbus service bulletins and operator information telexes related to design improvements and safety measures.

May 9, 2012
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A319Airbus A320Airbus A321Airbus A300-600Airbus A310Airbus A330

EASA SIB 2008-49R1

Rolls-Royce Deutschland BR700-710 Engines — Re-use of Potentially Damaged Engine Parts and Components

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2008-49R1 addresses the re-use of potentially damaged parts and components from Rolls-Royce Deutschland BR700-710 engines, specifically serial numbers 12533 and 12534. These engines are installed on aircraft such as the Bombardier BD-700 Global Express and Gulfstream GV and GV-SP series, including G500 and G550 variants. The bulletin informs operators and manufacturers about the risks associated with re-using parts from these engines following an incident that subjected them to loads beyond certified limits.

May 7, 2012
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtBombardier BD-700Gulfstream GVGulfstream GV-SPGulfstream G500Gulfstream G550

EASA SIB 2012-08

Rockwell Collins TDR-94/TDR-94D Transponders — Erroneous Vertical Rate Information

EASA Safety Information Bulletin SIB No. 2012-08 addresses an issue with Rockwell Collins TDR-94 and TDR-94D Mode S transponders that transmit erroneous vertical rate information when interfaced with Air Data Computers using ARINC 575 inputs. This affects transponders with specific part numbers installed on various aircraft certificated under FAR, JAR, or CS Parts 23, 25, 27, or 29. The bulletin informs operators about the incorrect processing of vertical rate data which may impact Mode S Enhanced Surveillance capabilities.

May 3, 2012
Safety Information BulletinSafety Mgmt

EASA SIB NM-12-25

Hawker Beechcraft 400/400A and Learjet 60 Aeroplanes — Rockwell Collins Altitude Awareness Panel 115VAC Power Transient Failures

The Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin SAIB: NM-12-25 is an FAA informational bulletin addressing 115VAC power transient failures in Rockwell Collins Altitude Awareness Panels installed on Hawker Beechcraft 400/400A and Learjet 60 airplanes. It informs operators about issues related to the AAP-850 and AAP-851 altitude awareness panels that may cause smoke in the cockpit due to a varistor protection device failure. The bulletin provides guidance but does not mandate corrective action.

Apr 20, 2012
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtHawker Beechcraft 400Hawker Beechcraft 400ALearjet 60

EASA SIB NE-12-26

General Electric GE90 Engines - Fan Blade Root and Blade Dovetail Inspections

The Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin SAIB: NE-12-26 provides updated inspection guidance for fan blade root and blade dovetail inspections on General Electric GE90-76, GE90-85, GE90-90, and GE90-94B series turbofan engines installed on Boeing 777 aircraft. This bulletin informs operators and maintenance personnel about focused inspections to detect delaminations in the fan blade dovetail area. The document clarifies that the issue does not constitute an unsafe condition requiring mandatory regulatory action.

Apr 18, 2012
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 777

EASA SIB SW-12-23

Sikorsky S-92A Helicopters — Fuselage Cabin Structure Inspection

The FAA Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin SW-12-23 provides guidance for Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation Model S-92A helicopters regarding inspection of the fuselage cabin structure. It alerts operators to follow Sikorsky Alert Service Bulletin No. 92-53-007 for recurring visual inspections of cabin structure at stations STA 328 and STA 361 to detect cracks. This bulletin is informational and does not mandate regulatory action under 14 CFR part 39.

Apr 2, 2012
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtSikorsky S-92A

EASA SIB 2012-05

WITHDRAWN - REPLACED BY EASA AD 2019-0144

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2012-05 addresses the issue of water freezing in pitot lines on Piaggio Aero Industries P.180 aeroplanes, including all serial numbers of the Avanti and Avanti II models. The bulletin highlights reported cases of airspeed indication mismatches and loss of air data computer airspeed information due to water accumulation and freezing in pitot lines. It provides information on the cause, contributing factors, and recommendations to mitigate this issue.

Mar 22, 2012
Safety Information BulletinSafety MgmtPiaggio Aero Industries P.180

EASA SIB NM-12-20

[Correction] Carleton Technologies Inc. - Oxygen System Cylinder- and Valve Assemblies

The document titled '[Correction] Carleton Technologies Inc. - Oxygen System Cylinder- and Valve Assemblies' is a Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB: NM-12-20) issued by the FAA. It addresses the correct operation of Carleton Technologies Inc. oxygen system cylinder and valve assemblies with part numbers B42365-1 and B43570-1, which are installed on various transport category airplanes. The bulletin provides guidance to ensure proper handling of the variable torque shutoff valve to maintain oxygen system effectiveness during emergencies.

Mar 20, 2012
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety Mgmt

EASA SIB 2012-04

L´Hotellier Ball and Swivel Joints Quick Connectors — Positive Check of Control Surfaces

EASA Safety Information Bulletin SIB No. 2012-04 addresses the positive check of control surfaces for sailplanes, powered sailplanes, and other aircraft equipped with L'Hotellier ball and swivel joint quick connectors. This bulletin follows a fatal accident involving an Eiriavion PIK 20D sailplane in Belgium, highlighting the importance of ensuring proper connection of elevator controls during assembly. The bulletin references previous airworthiness directives issued by the German Civil Aviation Authority concerning these connectors but clarifies that these are not recognized by EASA as mandatory under European regulations.

Mar 15, 2012
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtEiriavion PIK 20D

EASA SIB HQ-12-07R1

Avox Systems, Inc. First Aid Kits - Contaminated Iodine Wipes

The FAA Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin SAIB: HQ-12-07R1 addresses the potential contamination of iodine wipes included in first aid kits sold by Avox Systems, Inc. These wipes, labeled as Applicator, Antiseptic or iodine/povidine prep pads, may affect aircraft required to carry emergency medical equipment under 14 CFR parts 91, 121, 125, and 135. The bulletin provides guidance for identifying affected wipes by lot number and part numbers associated with Avox first aid kits.

Mar 12, 2012
Safety Information BulletinSafety Mgmt

EASA SIB 2012-03

Antonov An-26 Aeroplanes — Changes to Type Design, Airworthiness Limitations and Repairs

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2012-03 addresses changes to the Antonov An-26 aeroplanes' type design, airworthiness limitations, and repair designs. It specifically applies to the Antonov An-26 series as listed in the Restricted Type Certificate Data Sheet EASA.IM.A.315. The bulletin informs operators about the status of life limit extensions and repair approvals related to the An-26 Instructions for Continued Airworthiness.

Mar 7, 2012
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtAntonov An-26