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EASA AD 2018-0015

Landing Gear — Main Landing Gear Drag Stay Tubes — Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0015 is an airworthiness directive addressing inspection and replacement requirements for the main landing gear drag stay tubes on Fokker F27 aeroplanes, specifically models Mark 100 through Mark 700. It targets SAFRAN Landing Systems drag stay units and tubes with certain part numbers that may have manufacturing defects leading to fatigue cracks. The directive mandates inspections to detect cracks and corrective actions to prevent landing gear collapse.

Airworthiness Directive

Fokker F27

EASA AD 2018-0016

Landing Gear — Main Landing Gear Drag Stay Units — Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0016 is an airworthiness directive addressing the inspection and replacement of main landing gear drag stay units on Fokker F27 Mark 050, Mark 0502, and Mark 0604 aeroplanes. It targets specific SAFRAN Landing Systems drag stay units and tubes with part numbers identified as having potential fatigue crack issues due to manufacturing defects. The directive mandates inspections and corrective actions to ensure continued airworthiness of affected aircraft.

Airworthiness Directive

Fokker F27
Fokker F27 Mark 050
Fokker F27 Mark 0502
Fokker F27 Mark 0604

EASA AD CF-2018-05

Landing Gear — Safety Device Modification at Nose Gear Retraction Actuator to Main Fitting Joint

The Airworthiness Directive CF-2018-05 issued by Transport Canada mandates safety modifications to the nose landing gear retraction actuator to main fitting joint on Bombardier Inc. model BD-700-1A10 and BD-700-1A11 aircraft, serial numbers 9002 to 9638 and 9998. This directive addresses potential damage to the cotter pin that could cause actuator disconnect and landing gear failure. It requires maintenance schedule revisions, visual inspections, and possible hardware modifications.

Airworthiness Directive

Bombardier BD-7001A101A11

EASA AD US-2017-26-05

Wings - Flap Track - Replacement

Federal Aviation Administration Airworthiness Directive 2017-26-05 is a final rule addressing certain Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation Models G-1159A (GIII), G-IV, and GIV-X (G450) airplanes. It mandates the replacement of flap track C parts that were found to have an upper flange thickness less than the design minimum. This directive aims to ensure continued airworthiness and safety of the affected aircraft models.

Airworthiness Directive

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation G-1159
Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation GIV
Gulfstream G-1159A (GIII)
Gulfstream G-IV
Gulfstream GIV-X (G450)

EASA AD 2007-0205-CN

CANCELLED: Engines Formerly Used by Non-Civil Operators — Civil Use

EASA Airworthiness Directive Cancellation Notice 2007-0205-CN cancels the previous directive EASA AD 2007-0205 concerning ASTAZOU XIV B engines formerly used by non-civil operators, such as military users. These engines are commonly installed on certain military variants of Airbus Helicopters SA 319 B. The cancellation reflects a change in regulatory approach regarding the airworthiness of these engines for civil use.

Airworthiness Directive

Safran ASTAZOU XIV
Airbus Helicopters SA 319 B

EASA AD 2007-0045-CN

CANCELLED: Engines Formerly Used by Non-Civil Operators — Civil Use

EASA Airworthiness Directive Cancellation Notice 2007-0045-CN cancels the previous directive EASA AD 2007-0045 concerning ARRIEL 1 series engines formerly used by non-civil operators such as military users. These engines are installed on helicopters including Airbus Helicopters AS 350, AS 365, SA 365, MBB BK-117, Leonardo A109, and Sikorsky S-76. The cancellation reflects a change in regulatory approach regarding the airworthiness of these engines for civil use.

Airworthiness Directive

Safran ARRIEL 1
Airbus Helicopters AS 350
Airbus Helicopters AS 365
Airbus Helicopters SA 365
MBB BK-117
Leonardo A109
Sikorsky S-76

EASA AD 2007-0098-CN

CANCELLED: Engines Formerly Used by Non-Civil Operators — Civil Use

EASA Airworthiness Directive Cancellation Notice 2007-0098-CN cancels the previous EASA AD 2007-0098 concerning SAFRAN HELICOPTER ENGINES MAKILA 1 engines formerly used by non-civil operators, such as military users. These engines are commonly installed on Airbus Helicopters AS 332 series models. The cancellation reflects a change in how the airworthiness of these engines is managed within civil aviation.

Airworthiness Directive

Safran MAKILA 1
Airbus Helicopters AS 332

EASA AD 2007-0084-CN

CANCELLED: Engines Formerly Used by Non-Civil Operators — Civil Use

EASA Airworthiness Directive Cancellation Notice 2007-0084-CN cancels the previous EASA AD 2007-0084 concerning MAKILA 2A engines formerly used by non-civil operators, such as military users. These engines are commonly installed on Airbus Helicopters EC 225 LP models. The cancellation removes the AD that addressed the restoration of these engines to civil aviation conformity.

Agency Decision

Safran MAKILA 2
Airbus Helicopters EC 225 LP

EASA AD 2007-0117-CN

CANCELLED: Engines Formerly Used by Non-Civil Operators — Civil Use

EASA Airworthiness Directive Cancellation Notice 2007-0117-CN cancels the previous EASA AD 2007-0117 concerning ARRIEL 2 series engines formerly used by non-civil operators such as military entities. These engines are installed on helicopters including Airbus Helicopters AS 350 B3, AS 365 N3, EC 130 B4, EC 155 B1, and Sikorsky S-76C models. The cancellation reflects a change in regulatory approach regarding the airworthiness of these engines for civil use.

Airworthiness Directive

Safran ARRIEL 2
Airbus Helicopters AS 350 B3
Airbus Helicopters AS 365 N3
Airbus Helicopters EC 130 B4
Airbus Helicopters EC 155 B1
Sikorsky S-76C

EASA AD 2018-0014-CN

CANCELLED: Engines Formerly Used by Non-Civil Operators — Civil Use

The document titled CANCELLED: Engines Formerly Used by Non-Civil Operators — Civil Use addresses the SAFRAN HELICOPTER ENGINES models ARTOUSTE II, ARTOUSTE III, ASTAZOU XIV, and TURMO IV C. It pertains to the regulatory status and use of these engines when transitioned from non-civil to civil aviation operations. The document has been cancelled and no longer applies to these engine models.

Safran ARTOUSTE II
Safran ARTOUSTE III
Safran ASTAZOU XIV
Safran TURMO IV C

EASA AD 2016-0221-CN

CANCELLED: Main Rotor — Main Rotor Spindle — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive Cancellation Notice 2016-0221-CN cancels the previous EASA AD 2016-0221 concerning the inspection of main rotor spindles on Enstrom F-28, 280, and 480 helicopters. The cancellation follows the adoption of FAA AD 2018-02-01, which requires repetitive inspections and establishes a life limit for the affected spindles. This notice applies to all serial numbers of the specified Enstrom helicopter models.

Agency Decision

Enstrom Helicopter Corporation 280
Enstrom Helicopter Corporation 480
Enstrom Helicopter Corporation F-28
Enstrom F-28
Enstrom 280
Enstrom 480

EASA AD US-2018-01-08

Fuselage - Frame Outboard Chord / Auxiliary Chord - Inspection

Federal Register Volume 83, Number 9 (2018-01-12) Final Rule Airworthiness Directive 2018-01-08 addresses all Boeing 737-100, -200, -200C, -300, -400, and -500 series airplanes. It mandates inspections for fatigue cracking in the frame outboard chord and the radius of the auxiliary chord, with required corrective actions if cracks are found. This directive aims to maintain structural integrity and prevent rapid decompression.

Airworthiness Directive

Boeing 737100200200C300400500

EASA SIB 2017-17R1

Kobe Steel Ltd Material — Falsified Inspection Data

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2017-17R1 is an airworthiness bulletin addressing falsified inspection data by Kobe Steel Ltd, a Japanese metals producer. The bulletin applies to design, production, and repair approval holders using Kobe Steel materials in certified aircraft products, parts, or components. The issue involves fabricated inspection data on materials that may not meet specifications, potentially affecting aircraft structural integrity.

Safety Information Bulletin

EASA AD US-2018-02-01

Main Rotor — Main Rotor Spindle — Recurring Inspection

Airworthiness Directive 2018-02-01 is a final rule issued by the Federal Aviation Administration addressing Enstrom Helicopter Corporation models F-28A, 280, F-28C, F-28C-2, F-28C-2R, 280C, F-28F, F-28F-R, 280F, 280FX, and 480 helicopters. This directive focuses on recurring inspections and establishing a life limit for the main rotor spindle assemblies with part numbers 28-14282-11 or 28-14282-13. It aims to prevent unsafe conditions caused by cracked main rotor spindles that could lead to loss of control of the helicopter.

Airworthiness Directive

Enstrom Helicopter Corporation 280
Enstrom Helicopter Corporation 480
Enstrom Helicopter Corporation F-28
Enstrom F-28A
Enstrom 280
Enstrom F-28C22R
Enstrom 280C
Enstrom F-28FR
Enstrom 280F
Enstrom 280FX
Enstrom 480

EASA AD US-2018-02-05

Superseded by FAA AD 2018-07-03

FAA Airworthiness Directive 2018-02-05 is a final rule addressing certain Piper Aircraft, Inc. models including PA-28-140, PA-28-150, PA-28-151, PA-28-160, PA-28-161, PA-28-180, PA-28-181, PA-28-236, PA-28-201T, PA-28R-180, PA-28R-200, PA-28R-201, PA-28R-201T, PA-28RT-201, and PA-28RT-201T airplanes. The directive requires inspection and, if necessary, replacement of fuel tank selector placards to ensure correct left and right positioning. This AD was issued due to a manufacturer quality control issue resulting in reversed placard installation, which could lead to fuel starvation and engine power loss in flight.

Airworthiness Directive

Piper Aircraft PA-28 (Archer)
Piper Aircraft PA-28 (Cadet)
Piper Aircraft PA-28 (Cherokee)
Piper Aircraft PA-28 (Dakota)
Piper Aircraft PA-28 (Warrior)
Piper Aircraft PA-28R (Arrow)
Piper PA-28-140
Piper PA-28-150
Piper PA-28-151
Piper PA-28-160
Piper PA-28-161
Piper PA-28-180
Piper PA-28-181
Piper PA-28-236
Piper PA-28-201T
Piper PA-28R-180
Piper PA-28R-200
Piper PA-28R-201
Piper PA-28R-201T
Piper PA-28RT-201
Piper PA-28RT-201T

EASA AD US-2018-02-10

Superseded by FAA AD 2023-22-02

The Federal Aviation Administration Airworthiness Directive 2018-02-10 is a final rule addressing Pratt & Whitney Division PW4074, PW4074D, PW4077, PW4077D, PW4084D, PW4090, and PW4090-3 turbofan engines. It mandates inspections to detect cracks in the outer diffuser case and requires removal from service of any cases that fail inspection to ensure continued airworthiness and safety.

Airworthiness Directive

Pratt & Whitney PW4070
Pratt & Whitney PW4080
Pratt & Whitney PW4090

EASA AD CF-2012-10R1

Non-Conforming Wing-to-Fuselage Attachment Nuts

The Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2012-10R1 addresses non-conforming wing-to-fuselage attachment nuts on Bombardier aircraft models CL-600-2C10, CL-600-2D15, CL-600-2D24, and CL-600-2E25. It mandates inspections of specific wing-to-fuselage attachment nuts that lack the required double locking feature, which could lead to nut loosening and potential wing detachment. This directive applies to aircraft with serial numbers starting from 10002 for CL-600-2C10, 15001 for CL-600-2D15 and CL-600-2D24, and 19001 for CL-600-2E25.

Airworthiness Directive

MHI RJ Aviation CL-600 (Regional Jet)
Bombardier CL-600-2C10
Bombardier CL-600-2D15
Bombardier CL-600-2D24
Bombardier CL-600-2E25

EASA AD CF-2018-02

Landing Gear — Main Landing Gear Orifice Support Tube Fracture

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2018-02 addresses the risk of fracture in the Main Landing Gear Orifice Support Tube (MLG OST) on Bombardier Inc. aeroplanes, specifically models CL-600-2C10, CL-600-2D15, CL-600-2D24, and CL-600-2E25. The directive mandates replacement of the existing MLG OST with a redesigned part and introduces a new airworthiness limitation task to ensure ongoing safety and structural integrity.

Airworthiness Directive

MHI RJ Aviation CL-600 (Regional Jet)
Bombardier CL-600-2C10
Bombardier CL-600-2D15
Bombardier CL-600-2D24
Bombardier CL-600-2E25

EASA AD CF-2018-03

Oxygen System — Cabin Crew and Lavatory Oxygen Masks Deployed Tangled

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2018-03 addresses an issue with oxygen systems on Bombardier Inc. aeroplanes, specifically models CL-600-2B19, CL-600-2C10, CL-600-2D15/CL-600-2D24, and CL-600-2E25. The directive focuses on the tangled deployment of cabin crew and lavatory oxygen masks caused by incorrect packing of oxygen box assemblies. This AD mandates repacking and modification of affected oxygen box assemblies to ensure proper oxygen mask deployment during emergencies.

Airworthiness Directive

MHI RJ Aviation CL-600 (Regional Jet)
Bombardier CL-600-2B19
Bombardier CL-600-2C10
Bombardier CL-600-2D15
Bombardier CL-600-2D24
Bombardier CL-600-2E25

EASA AD 2018-0007R1

Flight Controls — Elevator Aileron Computers — Replacement / Software Update

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0007R1 is a regulatory update addressing the replacement and software update of Elevator Aileron Computers (ELAC) on Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aircraft. The directive targets ELAC units to improve Angle of Attack (AoA) probe monitoring and prevent potential flight control issues. It applies to all manufacturer serial numbers of these Airbus models and mandates specific software upgrades and hardware replacements.

Airworthiness Directive

Airbus A318
Airbus A319
Airbus A320
Airbus A321