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EASA Regulations & Airworthiness Directives

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EASA SIB 2016-15

Improperly Crimped Spark Plugs

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2016-15 is an airworthiness bulletin addressing improperly crimped W24EMR-C spark plugs installed on Hélicoptères Guimbal Cabri G2 helicopters equipped with Lycoming O-360-J2A engines modified by EASA STC 10015311. The bulletin follows an in-flight engine fire linked to a spark plug failure and provides safety information and recommendations to operators. It highlights the need for inspection and possible replacement of these spark plugs to ensure continued safe operation.

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EASA SIB NM-16-24

Learjet 25, 28, 29, 31, 35, 36, and 55 Fuselage Main Plate/Skin

The Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin SAIB: NM-16-24 is an FAA information bulletin addressing potential skin corrosion under the external oxygen line fairing on the top aft fuselage of Learjet models 25, 28, 29, 31, 35, 36, and 55. This bulletin informs owners and operators about the corrosion risk but does not mandate corrective action through an airworthiness directive. It covers multiple Learjet variants including 25A, 25B, 25C, 25D, 25F, 31A, 35A (C-21A), 36A, 55B, and 55C.

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EASA SIB 2016-13

WITHDRAWN - REPLACED BY EASA SIB 2016-14

EASA Safety Information Bulletin No. 2016-13 is a safety information bulletin addressing fire hazards associated with Samsung Galaxy Note7 devices on aircraft. It applies to all aircraft operators and provides safety recommendations to mitigate risks posed by these devices during flight. The bulletin does not reference specific aircraft types or engine models.

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EASA SIB 2016-12

Notification of Suspected Unapproved Propellers

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2016-12 is a notification regarding suspected unapproved V 218 series fixed pitch wooden propellers manufactured or modified without valid production approval. These propellers are known to be installed on powered sailplanes such as the L 13 SW Vivat and L 13 SE Vivat. The bulletin informs aviation professionals about the potential presence of these unapproved propellers and provides guidance on identifying and handling them.

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EASA SIB NE-16-22

Pratt & Whitney JT8D-200 series engines - Turbine Engine Combustion Section

The FAA Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin SAIB: NE-16-22 provides information about potential low-pressure turbine (LPT) stage 4 blade failures in Pratt & Whitney JT8D-200 series turbofan engines, specifically models JT8D-209, -217, -217A, -217C, and -219. The bulletin highlights issues related to combustion chambers repaired by Aircraft Technology Inc. (ATI) that may have been returned to service outside published repair limits, leading to increased blade wear and fatigue. This information is intended for owners, operators, and repair facilities of affected engines.

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EASA SIB 2014-08R1

Cold Soaked Fuel Frost Dispatch

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2014-08R1 is an operations bulletin addressing Cold Soaked Fuel Frost (CSFF) dispatch procedures for Boeing 737 Next Generation (NG) models, including the 737-600, 737-700, 737-800, 737-900, and 737-900ER. It provides updated guidance on conducting take-offs with CSFF on wing surfaces in accordance with the approved Airplane Flight Manual (AFM) limitations and conditions. The bulletin clarifies regulatory expectations and operational procedures for safe dispatch in cold weather conditions.

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EASA SIB 2016-11

Robinson R22, R44 and R66 helicopters — EASA Operational Suitability Data — Flight Crew Data

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2016-11 is an operational suitability data bulletin focused on flight crew data for Robinson R22, R44, and R66 helicopters. It provides updated flight crew data reports relevant to these helicopter models, replacing previous guidance. The bulletin is intended for all Air Operator Certificate holders, helicopter student pilots, licensed helicopter pilots, and Approved Training Organisations.

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EASA SIB BEA-2016-01

Embraer EMB-505 Aeroplanes - Yaw Damper Fail Due to Unreliable or Unavailable GPS Signal

Boletim Especial de Aeronavegabilidade BEA Nº 2016-01 is a special airworthiness bulletin addressing a yaw damper failure issue in Embraer S.A model EMB-505 airplanes (Phenom 300) caused by unreliable or unavailable GPS signals. The bulletin informs operators about degraded AHRS performance during GPS signal loss, which can lead to multiple system fault warnings and unexpected aircraft behavior. This document provides information and recommendations but does not mandate an Airworthiness Directive under RBAC Nº 39.

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EASA SIB 2016-10

Robinson R22, R44 and R66 helicopters — Risk of flight in turbulent atmosphere

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2016-10 is an informational bulletin addressing the risk of flight in turbulent atmosphere for Robinson R22, R44, and R66 helicopters. It highlights an accident involving a Robinson R44 where mast bumping occurred due to flight at speeds higher than recommended in turbulence. The bulletin references manufacturer safety notices and investigation recommendations to improve operational safety in turbulent conditions.

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EASA SIB 2016-09

Minimum Cockpit Occupancy

EASA Safety Information Bulletin No. 2016-09 is a guidance document addressing minimum cockpit occupancy for commercial air transport operators of large aeroplanes equipped with secure flight crew compartment doors. It provides recommendations on managing the risk of a flight crew member being locked out of the cockpit by another crew member. The bulletin applies to operators under Commission Regulation (EU) No 965/2012 and focuses on ensuring at least one qualified pilot remains at the controls at all times.

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EASA SIB NE-07-49R1

Lycoming Engines — Fuel Injector Tube Assembly Installation and Inspection

Lycoming Engines — Fuel Injector Tube Assembly Installation and Inspection is a Revised Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) issued by the FAA that addresses the installation and inspection requirements for fuel injector tube assemblies on Lycoming four, six, and eight cylinder reciprocating engines. It clarifies that mandatory inspections for these engines may be found in different documents depending on the engine's certification basis, either in Airworthiness Limitations Sections (ALS) for FAR 33 certified engines or in Airworthiness Directives (ADs) for CAR 13 certified engines.

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EASA SIB 2016-08

Portable Electronic Devices belonging to the Operator

EASA Safety Information Bulletin No. 2016-08 is a Safety Information Bulletin addressing the use and transport of portable electronic devices (PEDs) containing lithium batteries by aircraft operators. It applies to operators of passenger and cargo aircraft and the member states overseeing them. The bulletin clarifies regulatory provisions related to lithium battery limits, safe carriage, and operational use of PEDs not included in the approved aircraft configuration.

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EASA SIB 2016-07

Airbus A319, A320 and A321 Aeroplanes — IAE Engine Fire Extinguisher Pipe Cracking

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2016-07 is an airworthiness bulletin addressing cracking issues in the engine fire extinguisher pipes on Airbus A319, A320, and A321 aeroplanes equipped with International Aero Engines (IAE) V2500 series engines. The bulletin highlights reports of fatigue cracks caused by high vibration and insufficient pipe support, affecting specific pipe part numbers and serial numbers. It provides information on Airbus service bulletins and modifications aimed at preventing these cracks.

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EASA SIB CE-16-16

Textron Aviation Inc. (Cessna) 180 and 185 aeroplanes - Inspections of the tailcone reinforcement

The Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin Textron Aviation Inc. (Cessna) 180 and 185 aeroplanes - Inspections of the tailcone reinforcement is an FAA informational bulletin addressing potential cracks and corrosion in the stabilizer hinge brackets and tailcone reinforcement brackets on Cessna Models 180 and 185 equipped with floats or skis. This bulletin highlights inspection recommendations for airplanes operating in severe usage environments but does not mandate regulatory action. It is intended for owners, operators, maintenance technicians, and inspectors of these specific aircraft models.

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EASA SIB NE-08-32R1

Propeller Governor — Idler Gear Shaft Set Screw

The Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin SAIB NE-08-32R1 is an FAA information bulletin addressing the propeller governor idler gear shaft set screw issue in Lycoming Engines wide cylinder flange models, including O, IO, LIO, AIO, AEIO-320, 360, 540, IO-580, and IO-720 series. It highlights a potential problem with the set screw that secures the propeller governor idler gear shaft, which if loose, can cause engine damage or shutdown. The bulletin provides guidance on the use of Loctite 290 thread-locking compound and a method to check the set screw security without engine disassembly.

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EASA SIB 2016-05R2

Mode S Enhanced Surveillance - Incorrect Downlinked Barometric Pressure Setting (BPS)

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2016-05R2 is an airworthiness bulletin addressing an incorrect downlinked barometric pressure setting (BPS) issue affecting Airbus A300, A300-600, A300-600ST, A310, A318, A319, A320, A321, A330, and A340 aircraft equipped with certain Mode S Enhanced Surveillance transponders from ACSS, Collins, and Honeywell. The bulletin highlights a design error causing the transponder to downlink the previous BPS instead of the standard 1013 hPa setting when climbing through the transition altitude. This affects ground-based safety net systems relying on accurate BPS data but does not impact the altitude broadcast to other aircraft.

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EASA SIB NE-16-15

General Electric CF6-80E1 Engines — Horizontal Drive Shaft Rework / Replacement

The Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin SAIB: NE-16-15 is an FAA informational bulletin addressing potential starter failures in General Electric CF6-80E1 turbofan engines, specifically models -80E1A1, -80E1A2, -80E1A3, -80E1A4, and -80E1A4/B. It informs owners, operators, and repair facilities about issues related to the horizontal drive shaft length that can cause starter bearing failures and low-grade fires. The bulletin provides guidance on rework or replacement procedures to mitigate these risks.

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EASA SIB SAFO16003

Mitsubishi MU-2B Aeroplanes — Use of Checklists

The Mitsubishi MU-2B Aeroplanes — Use of Checklists Safety Alert for Operators (SAFO 16003) issued by the Federal Aviation Administration emphasizes the mandatory use of FAA accepted checklists for Mitsubishi Heavy Industries America MU-2B series airplanes. This SAFO addresses safety concerns identified during an NTSB investigation where unapproved checklists were found on MU-2B aircraft. It highlights regulatory requirements under Special Federal Air Regulation No. 108 for checklist use and training.

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EASA SIB CASA-2016-03

P&W Canada PW100 engines — IFSD resulting from HPT Blade Distress

The Transport Canada Civil Aviation Safety Alert CASA 2016-03 addresses in-flight shutdowns (IFSDs) of Pratt & Whitney Canada PW100 engines caused by high pressure turbine (HPT) blade distress due to operation in harsh environments. The alert highlights the risk of thermal fatigue and cooling air passage blockages leading to HPT blade fractures. It targets owners, operators, and maintainers of PW100 engines to raise awareness and promote preventive maintenance.

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EASA SIB 2016-06

Fokker F28 Mk.0070/0100 Aeroplanes — Ground De-icing / Anti-icing Operations with APU Running

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2016-06 is a safety information bulletin addressing ground de-icing and anti-icing operations with the Auxiliary Power Unit (APU) running on Fokker F28 Mark 0070 and Mark 0100 aeroplanes. It highlights the risk of uncontained APU failures caused by ingestion of alcohol-based de-icing fluids into the APU inlet, which can lead to overspeed and turbine rotor damage. The bulletin provides background on previous occurrences and references related Fokker and FAA publications.

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