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EASA AD 2018-0047-E
Feb 28, 2018EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0047-E is an emergency directive addressing the tail plane installation on Leonardo AW189 helicopters. It mandates inspections, modifications, and torque adjustments to the tail plane installation bolts to prevent failures. The directive applies to all serial numbers of the AW189 helicopter model.
EASA AD US-2018-03-13
Feb 28, 2018FAA Airworthiness Directive 2018-03-13 is a final rule addressing certain General Electric Company CT7 series turboprop engines, specifically models CT7-5A2, CT7-5A3, CT7-7A, CT7-7A1, CT7-9B, CT7-9B1, CT7-9B2, CT7-9C, and CT7-9C3 with main propeller shaft part number 77581-11 installed. This directive mandates initial and repetitive visual and fluorescent-penetrant inspections of the main propeller shaft to detect wear, corrosion, and cracks. It was issued to prevent unsafe conditions resulting from main propeller shaft failure.
EASA AD CF-2014-44R2
Feb 27, 2018The Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2014-44R2 addresses the elevator control system disconnect issue on Bombardier Inc. Model CL-600-2C10, CL-600-2D15, and CL-600-2D24 aeroplanes. This directive mandates replacement and inspection of elevator lever assemblies and control rods to prevent uncommanded elevator movements that could compromise aircraft controllability and structural integrity.
EASA AD CF-2018-07
Feb 26, 2018Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2018-07 addresses corrosion issues in the fuel system components of Viking Air Ltd. DHC-6-400 aircraft, serial numbers 845 to 957, specifically those operating on floats. The directive mandates inspections and modifications to prevent fuel leaks, electrical arcing, and fuel system malfunctions caused by corrosion in the fuel gallery. It provides detailed corrective actions to ensure continued airworthiness and safety.
EASA AD DCA-750XL-18B
Feb 23, 2018The Airworthiness Directive DCA/750XL/18B Fin Forward Pickup – Inspection issued by the Civil Aviation Authority of New Zealand mandates inspection and maintenance actions for Pacific Aerospace 750XL aircraft, serial numbers up to 193, 195, and 197. It addresses potential fatigue cracks in the fin forward pickup component to ensure continued airworthiness and safety. The directive references Pacific Aerospace Limited Mandatory Service Bulletin PACSB/XL/068 issue 6 dated 8 January 2018 for detailed procedures.
EASA AD DCA-750XL-26
Feb 23, 2018Airworthiness Directive DCA/750XL/26 Rudder and Elevator Trim Drive Coupling - Modification is issued by the Civil Aviation Authority of New Zealand and applies to Pacific Aerospace 750XL aircraft with specific serial numbers. The directive mandates modification of the rudder and elevator trim drive coupling to prevent disengagement issues. This ensures the continued safe operation of the affected aircraft by maintaining effective trim system functionality.
EASA AD DCA-750XL-22A
Feb 23, 2018Airworthiness Directive DCA/750XL/22A Ventilation Hose behind Instrument Panel - 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 220. This directive mandates inspection and potential repair of the ventilation SCAT hose behind the instrument panel to prevent chafing damage to components and wiring. Compliance with the specified Pacific Aerospace Mandatory Service Bulletin PACSB/XL/083 issue 2 is required.
EASA AD 2018-0045
Feb 22, 2018EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0045 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A350-941 aeroplanes. It addresses corrosion protection issues related to the vertical stabilizer tension bolts on these aircraft. The directive mandates a modification to improve corrosion protection and maintain structural integrity of the vertical tail plane.
EASA AD CF-2018-06
Feb 21, 2018Airworthiness Directive CF-2018-06 is issued by Transport Canada and applies to Bombardier Inc. model CL-600-2B16 (650 variant) aircraft, serial numbers 6050 through 6070. This directive addresses the issue of water penetration into cockpit floodlight fixtures, which can cause electrical short circuits and potential fire hazards. It mandates the installation of gasket seals on the pilot and co-pilot floodlight fixtures to prevent fluid ingress.
EASA AD US-2018-03-10
Feb 20, 2018FAA Airworthiness Directive 2018-03-10 is a final rule addressing all Boeing 757-300 series airplanes. It mandates detailed inspections for scribe line damage on the fuselage skin caused by maintenance tools, along with required corrective actions to ensure structural integrity.
EASA SIB 2018-06
Feb 19, 2018EASA Safety Information Bulletin No. 2018-06 is an informational document addressing the issue of incorrect airport surface approaches and landings. It highlights multiple incidents involving misaligned approaches to parallel runways and wrong runway landings reported by European operators and references similar concerns raised by the FAA. The bulletin applies to aeroplane operators, approved training organisations, air navigation service providers, air traffic controllers, and competent authorities within EASA member states.
EASA AD 2018-0046
Feb 19, 2018EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0046 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency concerning Airbus Helicopters Deutschland GmbH MBB-BK 117 series helicopters. It mandates inspection and possible replacement or repair of the tail gear box (TGB) bellcrank attachment arm on affected MBB-BK117 A-1, A-3, A-4, B-1, B-2, C-1, and C-2 helicopters to address detected cracks. The directive applies to TGB parts with specific part numbers and aims to prevent potential loss of helicopter control.
EASA AD US-2018-01-01
Feb 14, 2018Airworthiness Directive 2018-01-01 is a final rule issued by the Federal Aviation Administration addressing certain Boeing Model MD-11 and MD-11F airplanes. It mandates a one-time inspection of the wire assemblies of the tail fuel tank transfer pumps to verify the installation of metallic transitions at wire harness breakouts, with required corrective actions if deficiencies are found. This directive aims to mitigate risks associated with potential ignition sources inside the tail fuel tank.
EASA SIB CE-18-11
Feb 14, 2018The Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin SAIB: CE-18-11 is an FAA informational bulletin addressing flight control concerns specifically related to the elevator control system on M7 Aerospace LLC Models SA226-AT/-TC/-T(B)/T and SA227-AC(C-26A)/-AT/-BC(C-26A)/-CC/-DC(C-26B)/-TT airplanes. It provides inspection procedures and maintenance recommendations for elevator quadrant bearings and bores to address corrosion issues. This bulletin is not a mandatory directive but serves to inform operators of potential airworthiness concerns.
EASA AD 2018-0042
Feb 14, 2018EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0042 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus Helicopters AS 332 C, AS 332 C1, AS 332 L, AS 332 L1, and SA 330 J models. It mandates inspections of the tail rotor blade flapping hinges to detect damage that could lead to failure and loss of helicopter control. The directive applies to all manufacturer serial numbers of these helicopter models.
EASA AD 2018-0040
Feb 13, 2018EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0040 is an airworthiness directive addressing the inspection and replacement of valve push rod assemblies on SportStar RTC aeroplanes equipped with Rotax 912 ULS engines. It targets specific valve push-rod assemblies, rocker arms, and related parts that may have manufacturing defects leading to engine power loss. The directive mandates inspection and possible replacement of affected parts to ensure continued safe operation.
EASA SIB 2018-05
Feb 8, 2018EASA Safety Information Bulletin No. 2018-05 is an informational bulletin concerning Penny & Giles Aerospace Limited multi-purpose flight recorders (MPFRs) installed on helicopters. It addresses corrosion issues found on memory device pins in certain second generation "GEN2" memory modules manufactured between 06 April 2006 and 02 January 2013. The bulletin clarifies that this corrosion issue does not currently require mandatory airworthiness or operational directives.
EASA SIB SAFO18001
Feb 8, 2018The Safety Alert for Operators SAFO 18001 provides important safety information regarding Textron (Beech) King Air 90-Series airplanes. It addresses the risk of dual engine failure caused by improper fuel management during BOOST PUMP failure and CROSSFEED valve operation. The document highlights operational considerations to prevent engine flameout related to fuel starvation and imbalance.
EASA AD 2018-0036
Feb 7, 2018EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0036 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A350-941 aeroplanes. It addresses the application of interfay sealant in hybrid joints on the fuselage and stabilizers to prevent corrosion and maintain structural integrity. The directive applies to all serial numbers except those with specific Airbus production modifications already embodied.
EASA AD 2018-0037
Feb 7, 2018EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0037 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A350-941 aeroplanes. It mandates repetitive inspections of the trimmable horizontal stabilizer fittings and bearing assembly attachment interface to detect damage or corrosion. The directive aims to ensure continued airworthiness by preventing potential loss of attachment of the stabilizer to the fuselage.