EASA Regulations & Airworthiness Directives

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EASA SIB CE-11-16

Garmin International - Integrated Flight Deck Systems

The Garmin International - Integrated Flight Deck Systems Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) CE-11-16 addresses an issue with incorrect LNAV/VNAV and LNAV+V full scale deflection on SBAS (WAAS) enabled Garmin Integrated Flight Decks, including G1000, Cirrus Perspective, Embraer Prodigy, G900X, G950, GNS 400W/500W-series, and GNS 480/CNX80 units. This bulletin informs operators of a scaling error affecting certain approaches with long final approach segments, which may cause the aircraft to fly outside allowed lateral limits. The issue does not currently warrant an Airworthiness Directive under 14 CFR part 39.

Jan 19, 2011
Safety Information BulletinFlight OpsSafety Mgmt

EASA SIB CE-11-09

Avidyne Corporation - Flight Management Computing Software System [Piper PA-46R-350T / Cirrus SR20, SR22]

The FAA Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin SAIB: CE-11-09 informs operators and maintenance personnel about a software issue in the Avidyne Corporation Flight Management Computing Software System installed on Piper PA-46R-350T and Cirrus SR20/SR22 aircraft. The bulletin highlights a faulty transition logic causing incorrect altitude limits to be displayed on the Flight Management System. This issue affects aircraft equipped with the Avidyne Entegra Integrated Flight Display system, part number 700-00083-( ), across any software release.

Jan 17, 2011
Safety Information BulletinFlight OpsMaintenanceSafety MgmtPiper PA-46R-350TCirrus SR20Cirrus SR22

EASA SIB CE-11-14

Piper PA-28, PA-32 and PA-34 - Vertical Stabilizer Forward Attachment Point Corrosion

The Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin CE-11-14 issued by the FAA on January 5, 2011, addresses potential corrosion on the vertical stabilizer forward attachment point of Piper PA-28, PA-32, and PA-34 aircraft. It highlights corrosion risks on specific parts, including steel fitting 62453-00 and aluminum bulkhead/frame assembly 62444-xx, based on service data from routine maintenance inspections. The bulletin provides inspection guidance from Piper service manuals and reminds operators to focus on corrosion prevention and detection.

Jan 17, 2011
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtPiper PA-28Piper PA-32Piper PA-34

EASA SIB CE-11-13

Piper PA-34 aeroplanes - Forward Wing Spar Corrosion

The FAA Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin CE-11-13 is an informational bulletin addressing potential corrosion on the forward wing spar of Piper PA-28, PA-32, and PA-34 aircraft. It highlights corrosion risks at the fuselage attach fitting, landing gear attach point, and behind the leading edge fuel tank, and recommends incorporating Piper Service Bulletin 1006 to mitigate these issues. This bulletin does not mandate regulatory action but serves as guidance for owners and operators of the affected Piper models.

Jan 17, 2011
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtPiper PA-28Piper PA-32Piper PA-34

EASA SIB CE-11-11

Piper PA-28, PA-32, and PA-34 - Aileron Hinge Fitting Corrosion

The FAA Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin CE-11-11 provides information regarding potential corrosion on the aileron hinge fittings of Piper PA-28, PA-32, and PA-34 aircraft. This bulletin is informational only and does not mandate any regulatory action but highlights the importance of inspections as outlined in the aircraft service manuals.

Jan 14, 2011
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtPiper PA-28Piper PA-32Piper PA-34

EASA SIB CE-11-10

Piper PA-28, PA-32, PA-34, and PA-44 - Corrosion on Flap Hinges, Brackets, and Ribs

The Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin FAA SAIB CE-11-10 is an informational bulletin addressing potential corrosion issues on flap hinges, brackets, and ribs of Piper Aircraft models PA-28, PA-32, PA-34, and PA-44. It highlights corrosion found on specific parts including hinges (part numbers 62324-xx), ribs (62328-xx), and brackets (62323-00 and 65899-00). The bulletin provides guidance to operators to focus on inspections outlined in the aircraft service manuals to mitigate corrosion risks.

Jan 14, 2011
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtPiper PA-28Piper PA-32Piper PA-34Piper PA-44

EASA SIB SW-11-15

Robinson R22 and R44 series Helicopters - Carbon Monoxide Detectors

The Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin SAIB: SW-11-15 is an FAA informational bulletin addressing Robinson Helicopter Company Model R22 and R44 series helicopters. It specifically targets R22 helicopters with serial numbers 0001 through 4037 and R44 helicopters with serial numbers 0001 through 1590 that are equipped with cabin heaters. The bulletin recommends the installation of carbon monoxide detectors to enhance safety.

Jan 14, 2011
Safety Information BulletinSafety MgmtMaintenanceRobinson R22Robinson R44

EASA SIB 2007-01R1

Use of Automotive Gasoline (Mogas) containing Bio-Ethanol

EASA Safety Information Bulletin SIB No. 2007-01R1 provides guidance on the use of automotive gasoline (Mogas) containing bio-ethanol in piston-engine aircraft certificated under CS-VLA, CS-22, CS-23, or CS-27 and approved for Mogas operation. It addresses concerns related to the presence of low-molecular weight alcohols such as methanol and ethanol in Mogas fuels and their potential effects on engine performance and fuel system integrity. The bulletin is relevant for aircraft with spark-ignited piston engines approved by type certificate holders or through Supplemental Type Certificates (STC).

Jan 12, 2011
Safety Information BulletinSafety MgmtMaintenance

EASA SIB CE-10-49R1

Cessna Citation Series — Galley Heated Drain Mast

The Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin SAIB CE-10-49 R1 is an FAA informational bulletin addressing an airworthiness concern with heated drain masts (P/N 105881) installed on various Cessna Citation models including the 510 Mustang, 525 series (CJ, CJ1, CJ2, CJ3, CJ4), 550 series, 560 series, 650 series, and 750 X. The bulletin informs owners, operators, and maintenance personnel about overheating and fire risks associated with these galley heated drain masts. It provides guidance to prevent such issues but does not mandate regulatory action.

Jan 6, 2011
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtCessna Citation 510 MustangCessna Citation 525 CJCessna Citation 525 CJ1Cessna Citation 525 CJ2Cessna Citation 525 CJ3Cessna Citation 525 CJ4Cessna Citation 550 seriesCessna Citation 560 seriesCessna Citation 650 seriesCessna Citation 750 X

EASA SIB CE-11-08

Cessna 206/207 aeroplanes - Sierra Industries STC SA3634SW and SA3853SW

The Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin SAIB: CE-11-08 is an FAA informational bulletin addressing fuel storage concerns on Cessna Models 206 and 207 aircraft equipped with Sierra Industries STC SA3634SW or SA3853SW auxiliary fuel tank bladders. It highlights a potential issue where operators may misjudge actual fuel quantity due to insufficient settling time of fuel in the auxiliary bladders after refueling. The bulletin does not mandate regulatory action but provides safety recommendations.

Jan 4, 2011
Safety Information BulletinSafety MgmtCessna 206Cessna 207

EASA SIB CE-11-06

Small Aeroplanes - Main Landing Gear (Tundra) Tires and Wheels

The FAA Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin SAIB: CE-11-06 provides guidance on the use of oversized main landing gear tires, commonly known as tundra tires, on small airplanes including the Allied Ag Cat Productions, Inc. Model G-164B. It highlights safety concerns related to modifications involving larger tires such as the 29x11-10 size on the original Cleveland Wheel and Brake wheel part number 40-101. The bulletin emphasizes the need for FAA-approved data and inspections when installing these tires to ensure continued airworthiness.

Jan 4, 2011
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtAllied Ag Cat Productions, Inc. G-164B

EASA SIB 2010-34

CANCELLED - REPLACED BY EASA AD 2011-0076

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2010-34 is an informational bulletin concerning CEAPR (Robin) DR400 series aircraft manufactured between 1980 and 1988 equipped with engine air filter part number 56-23-02-000. It addresses an accident involving a DR400/160 where the engine air filter was incorrectly installed, leading to engine performance issues. The bulletin highlights the risk of improper air filter installation causing significant engine RPM loss.

Dec 16, 2010
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtCEAPR DR400

EASA SIB 2010-36

Embraer EMB-505 aeroplanes - Terrain Awareness Warning System (TAWS)

EASA Safety Information Bulletin SIB No. 2010-36 is an advisory document concerning Embraer EMB-505 aeroplanes. It addresses an airworthiness concern related to the Terrain Awareness Warning System (TAWS) information in the original airplane flight manual, which does not fully meet certification requirements. The bulletin aligns with a similar FAA advisory and aims to inform European operators and owners of the recommended updates.

Dec 9, 2010
Safety Information BulletinSafety MgmtEmbraer EMB-505

EASA SIB 2010-35

M7 Aerospace (Fairchild/Swearingen) SA226 and SA227 aeroplanes — Wing Skin Cracking

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2010-35 addresses wing skin cracking issues on M7 Aerospace (formerly Fairchild/Swwearingen) SA226 and SA227 aeroplanes. The bulletin informs operators about detected cracks in the upper leading edge skin and doubler at Wing Station 81. It aims to raise awareness among European operators regarding this structural concern.

Dec 7, 2010
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtM7 Aerospace SA226M7 Aerospace SA227

EASA SIB CE-11-05

Taylorcraft - Main Landing Gear Tie Strut P/N B-A51

The Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin SAIB: CE-11-05 is an FAA informational bulletin addressing corrosion concerns in the main landing gear tie strut part number B-A51 installed on Taylorcraft airplanes, including models under type certificate data sheets 1A9, 1A11, TG-6, A-643, A-696, A-699, A-700, A-746, and TG-6. It provides guidance to owners and operators on inspecting and mitigating corrosion risks to prevent tie strut failure. This bulletin is not a mandatory directive but offers important safety recommendations.

Dec 7, 2010
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtTaylorcraft 1A9Taylorcraft 1A11Taylorcraft TG-6Taylorcraft A-643Taylorcraft A-696Taylorcraft A-699Taylorcraft A-700Taylorcraft A-746

EASA SIB SAFO10007

Tundra Tire Installation/Approval for Aeroplanes Equipped with Leaf Spring Type Main Landing Gear

The Safety Alert for Operators (SAFO) 10007 titled 'Tundra Tire Installation/Approval for Aeroplanes Equipped with Leaf Spring Type Main Landing Gear' provides safety information regarding the use of oversize tundra tires, skis, and wheel/ski configurations on aircraft with leaf spring type main landing gear. It highlights the increased risk of structural failures, particularly near the axle attachment holes, with at least 32 documented accidents primarily involving aircraft such as the Piper PA-18. The document offers guidance on inspection and maintenance practices to mitigate these risks.

Dec 6, 2010
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtPiper PA-18

EASA SIB 2007-25

WITHDRAWN / CANCELLED - TRANSPORT CANADA AD CF-2007-21R1 AND FAA AD 2007-19-53 HAVE BEEN ADOPTED BY EASA

The document titled 'WITHDRAWN / CANCELLED - TRANSPORT CANADA AD CF-2007-21R1 AND FAA AD 2007-19-53 HAVE BEEN ADOPTED BY EASA' is an EASA Safety Information Notice 2007-25 issued on 2007-09-17. It addresses tail rotor blade safety issues on various Bell helicopter models including the 204B, 205 series, 206 series, 206L series, 212, 222 series, 230, 407, 412 series, 427, and 430. The notice references Transport Canada Emergency AD CF-2007-2L1 and FAA Emergency AD 2007-19-53, which require inspections and corrective actions for tail rotor blades with missing balance weight screws.

Dec 6, 2010
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtBell 204BBell 205Bell 206Bell 206LBell 212Bell 222Bell 230Bell 407Bell 412Bell 427Bell 430

EASA SIB CE-11-04

Hawker Beechcraft 65, 90 and 100 series - Improper Wing Spar Repairs

The Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin SAIB: CE-11-04 is an FAA informational bulletin addressing improper wing spar repairs on Hawker Beechcraft King Air Models 65, 90, and 100 series aircraft. It highlights issues with nonconforming repairs to the fuselage keel skin aft of the wing main spar that may have caused structural damage. The bulletin provides guidance for inspection and repair but does not mandate regulatory action.

Dec 3, 2010
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtHawker Beechcraft King Air 65Hawker Beechcraft King Air 90Hawker Beechcraft King Air 100

EASA SIB SAFO10014

Airworthiness Concerns for Work Accomplished by US Aircraft Instruments

The Safety Alert for Operators (SAFO) 10014 titled 'Airworthiness Concerns for Work Accomplished by US Aircraft Instruments' informs aircraft owners and operators about potential airworthiness issues related to work performed by US Aircraft Instruments between April 1998 and July 9, 2009. The alert highlights concerns arising from FAA inspections that led to the emergency revocation of the repair station certificate held by US Aircraft Instruments in Hammonton, NJ. This SAFO is relevant to any aircraft or instruments serviced by this facility during the specified timeframe.

Nov 30, 2010
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety Mgmt

EASA SIB SAFO10018

Piper, Maule and Taylorcraft - Powder Coating of Aircraft Wing Struts

SAFO 10018 is a Safety Alert for Operators issued by the FAA addressing the powder coating of aircraft wing struts on Piper, Maule, and Taylorcraft airplanes. It highlights airworthiness concerns related to the powder coating process that involves drilling vent holes in sealed wing lift struts, which compromises their sealed condition and may affect compliance with Airworthiness Directive 99-01-05. The document warns that these modifications can degrade structural integrity and corrosion protection of the struts.

Nov 29, 2010
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtPiperMauleTaylorcraft