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EASA AD 2018-0023

Feb 5, 2018

[Correction] Doors — Main Landing Gear Fixed Fairing Assembly - Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0023 is a corrective directive addressing inspection requirements for the main landing gear fixed fairing assembly on Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aircraft. It applies to all manufacturer serial numbers of these models and focuses on preventing in-flight loss of the main landing gear fixed and hinged fairings due to fatigue cracking and corrosion. The directive mandates inspections, replacements, and modifications to ensure continued airworthiness and safety.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A318
  • Airbus A319
  • Airbus A320
  • Airbus A321

EASA AD 2018-0032

Feb 1, 2018

Flight Controls — Air Brake Control Handle — Inspection / Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0032 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting DG Flugzeugbau GmbH LS 4-b sailplanes. It mandates inspection and modification of the air brake control handle to ensure the integrity of the air brake junction and rivets. The directive applies to all serial numbers of the LS 4-b sailplane model.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Dg Aviation Gmbh LS4
  • DG Flugzeugbau LS 4-b

EASA AD US-2018-02-08

Feb 1, 2018

Main Rotor - Blades - Cleaning / Inspection / Repair / Replacement

Federal Register Volume 83, Number 11 (January 17, 2018) is a final rule airworthiness directive (AD 2018-02-08) issued by the FAA for Bell Helicopter Textron Model 204B, 205A, and 205A-1 helicopters equipped with Helicopter Technology Company (HTC) main rotor blade part number 204P2100-101. The directive mandates cleaning, visual inspection, and depending on findings, repair or replacement of the main rotor blades to address fatigue cracks in the grip plate and doublers near the blade retention bolt hole. This AD aims to prevent potential blade failure and loss of helicopter control.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Bell Textron Inc. (Bti) 204B
  • Bell Textron Inc. (Bti) 205
  • Bell 204B
  • Bell 205A1

EASA AD 2018-0031

Jan 31, 2018

Doors — Forward and Aft Cargo Door Frame Forks — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0031 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A350-941 aeroplanes. It mandates inspection of forward and aft cargo door frame forks, specifically parts with certain part numbers and serial numbers, due to paint peeling issues that could lead to corrosion. The directive aims to ensure continued airworthiness by requiring detailed inspections and corrective actions if necessary.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A350941

EASA AD 2018-0029

Jan 31, 2018

Flight Controls — Rudder Trim Actuator — Life Limit Implementation

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0029 is an airworthiness directive affecting all serial numbers of Tecnam P2006T aeroplanes except those with modification 2006/322. It addresses an error in the Aircraft Maintenance Manual regarding the part number of the rudder trim actuator and mandates the implementation of a life limit for the rudder trim actuator part number B6-7T. This directive ensures the continued airworthiness and safety of the rudder control system on affected aircraft.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Tecnam P2006T

EASA AD US-2018-02-13

Jan 31, 2018

Main Rotor Drive - Drive Shaft - Inspection / Replacement (Life Limitation)

The FAA Airworthiness Directive 2018-02-13 titled 'Main Rotor Drive - Drive Shaft - Inspection / Replacement (Life Limitation)' applies to Sikorsky Model 269D and Model 269D Configuration A helicopters equipped with KAflex engine side drive shaft P/N SKCP2738-7 and pulley side drive shaft P/N SKCP2738-5. This directive mandates inspections and life limit reductions for these drive shafts to prevent failure. It supersedes a previous directive and requires repeated inspections to ensure continued airworthiness.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Schweizer Rsg, 269
  • Sikorsky 269D
  • Sikorsky 269D Configuration A

EASA AD 2018-0028

Jan 30, 2018

Main Rotor Drive — Freewheel Lubrication System — Modification / Inspection / Cleaning

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0028 is an airworthiness directive addressing the main rotor drive freewheel lubrication system on Leonardo S.p.A. AB206A and AB206B helicopters. It mandates modification, inspection, and cleaning of the freewheel oil supply line to prevent blockages caused by debris, which could impair lubrication and potentially reduce helicopter control.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AB206
  • Leonardo AB206A
  • Leonardo AB206B

EASA AD 2018-0025

Jan 30, 2018

Placards and Markings — Installation / Rotorcraft Flight Manual — Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0025 is an amendment concerning the installation of placards and updates to the Rotorcraft Flight Manual for PZL SW-4 helicopters, specifically those with manufacturer serial numbers up to 60.04.09 inclusive. This directive addresses incorrect Vne (never-exceed speed) values for power-off flight conditions and mandates changes to flight manual documentation and placard placement.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Wsk Pzl-Swidnik SW4
  • PZL SW-4

EASA AD 2018-0027

Jan 30, 2018

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks – Airworthiness Limitations Section – Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0027 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting all Dassault Aviation Mystère-Falcon 900 aeroplanes. It mandates compliance with updated maintenance tasks and airworthiness limitations as specified in Revision 23 of the Dassault Mystère-Falcon 900 Aircraft Maintenance Manual chapter 5-40. This directive ensures continued airworthiness by enforcing the latest maintenance requirements for these aircraft.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Dassault Mystère-Falcon 900
  • Dassault Mystère-Falcon 900

EASA AD 2018-0026

Jan 30, 2018

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks – Airworthiness Limitations Section – Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0026 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting all Dassault Aviation Mystère-Falcon 50 aeroplanes. It mandates compliance with updated airworthiness limitations and maintenance tasks as specified in Revision 24 of the Dassault Mystère Falcon 50 Aircraft Maintenance Manual chapter 5-40. This directive ensures continued airworthiness by enforcing life limits and maintenance intervals for critical components.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Dassault Mystère-Falcon 50
  • Dassault Mystère-Falcon 50

EASA SIB 2018-03

Jan 30, 2018

WITHDRAWN — SEE EASA ED DECISION 2021/005/R

EASA Safety Information Bulletin No. 2018-03 provides recommendations on the carriage and use of Automatic External Defibrillators (AEDs) for aeroplane operators conducting Commercial Air Transport (CAT) operations. It addresses the importance of AEDs in treating ventricular fibrillation during flights, especially on aircraft with a maximum operational passenger seating configuration of 30 or more. The bulletin highlights current regulatory frameworks from ICAO, EASA, and FAA and discusses the safety, types, and maintenance of AEDs.

Safety Information Bulletin

EASA AD 2018-0024

Jan 29, 2018

Door — Forward and Aft Cargo Door Frame Forks — Inspection / Repair

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0024 is an airworthiness directive addressing inspection and repair requirements for forward and aft cargo door frame forks on Airbus A319, A320, and A321 aeroplanes with manufacturer serial numbers up to 0758 inclusive. The directive mandates repetitive special detailed inspections and corrective actions to detect cracks in cargo door frame forks, which could compromise structural integrity. It also requires modification of affected doors to terminate the inspection requirements.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A319
  • Airbus A320
  • Airbus A321

EASA AD 2018-0022

Jan 29, 2018

Ice and Rain Protection — Wing Anti-Ice System / Anti-Ice Pipe — Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0022 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Dassault Aviation Falcon 2000 and Falcon 2000EX aeroplanes equipped with specific wing anti-ice pipes. The directive mandates inspections and possible replacement of the wing anti-ice system's ball joint and anti-ice pipe to address potential ice protection system failures. It applies to aircraft with part numbers F2MA724561A1 or F2MA724561A2, excluding those modified by Dassault modifications M5000 or M5001.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Dassault Falcon 2000
  • Dassault Falcon 2000EX

EASA AD US-2018-02-14

Jan 29, 2018

Superseded by FAA AD 2018-17-15

FAA Airworthiness Directive 2018-02-14 is a final rule addressing certain Honeywell International Inc. TPE331 turboprop and TSE331 turboshaft engines. It requires inspections and replacement of combustion chamber case assemblies that have been reported to crack and rupture, posing a safety risk. The directive aims to prevent unsafe conditions caused by high stresses and weld joint issues in these engine components.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Honeywell International TPE331
  • Honeywell International TSE331-3U

EASA AD 2018-0021

Jan 29, 2018

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks – Airworthiness Limitations Section – Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0021 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting all Dassault Aviation Falcon 2000EX aeroplanes. It mandates compliance with updated airworthiness limitations specified in the Aircraft Maintenance Manual Chapter 5-40, Revision 11, to ensure continued safe operation of these aircraft.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Dassault Falcon 2000
  • Dassault Falcon 2000EX

EASA AD 2018-0019

Jan 26, 2018

Engine — Critical Parts — Reduction of Declared Safe Cyclic Life

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0019 addresses the reduction of declared safe cyclic life for critical parts of Rolls-Royce RB211 Trent 700 engines, commonly installed on Airbus A330 aircraft. The directive mandates revised life limits for low pressure turbine shafts and removal of obsolete parts to ensure continued airworthiness. It applies to all serial numbers of RB211 Trent 768-60, 772-60, 772B-60, and 772C-60 engines.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg RB211 TRENT 700
  • Airbus A330

EASA AD 2018-0018

Jan 26, 2018

Landing Gear — Nose Landing Gear Oleo Outer Cylinder Support Plate — Inspection / Repair / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0018 addresses inspection, repair, and replacement requirements for the nose landing gear (NLG) oleo outer cylinder support plate on CEAPR DR 253, DR 300, and DR 400 series aeroplanes. It applies to various models including DR 253, DR 300/108, DR 400/180, and others, focusing on types 1, 2, and 3 NLG oleo outer cylinders. The directive mandates inspections and life limits to prevent potential NLG collapse due to fatigue cracks in the welds.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Ceapr DR 253
  • Ceapr DR 300
  • Ceapr DR 400

EASA AD 2018-0017

Jan 26, 2018

Landing Gear — Nose Landing Gear Oleo Outer Cylinder Support Plate — Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0017 is an airworthiness directive addressing the inspection and replacement of the nose landing gear oleo outer cylinder support plate on CEAPR HR 100 and R 1180 aeroplanes. It applies to all serial numbers of HR 100/200, HR 100/200 B, HR 100/210, HR 100/210 D, R 1180 T, and R 1180 TD models. The directive mandates repetitive visual and dye penetrant inspections to detect cracks and requires replacement of any cracked parts to ensure continued airworthiness.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Ceapr HR 100
  • Ceapr R 1180
  • CEAPR HR 100/200
  • CEAPR HR 100/200 B
  • CEAPR HR 100/210
  • CEAPR HR 100/210 D
  • CEAPR R 1180 T
  • CEAPR R 1180 TD

EASA AD 2018-0020

Jan 26, 2018

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks – Airworthiness Limitations Section – Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0020 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting all serial numbers of Sukhoi Civil Aircraft RRJ-95B aeroplanes. It mandates compliance with updated airworthiness limitations contained in the Sukhoi RRJ-95B Maintenance Manual, specifically Chapter 04 Airworthiness Limitations Section. This directive ensures continued airworthiness by enforcing mandatory maintenance tasks and life limits for aircraft components.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Irkut Corporation Jsc RRJ-95
  • Sukhoi RRJ-95B