EASA Regulations & Airworthiness Directives

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EASA SIB NE-10-07

TCM series engines - identify the cylinder assemblies

The Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin titled 'TCM series engines - identify the cylinder assemblies' provides identification guidance for certain Superior Air Parts investment cast cylinder assemblies installed on Teledyne Continental Motors IO-520, TSIO-520, and IO-550 series engines. It informs owners, operators, and repair facilities about markings that help identify affected cylinder assemblies related to Airworthiness Directive 2009-16-03. The bulletin clarifies foundry and revision markings on these cylinder heads to assist in compliance and maintenance.

Nov 3, 2009
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety Mgmt

EASA SIB NE-10-05

Reciprocating (Piston) Engines with Float-type Carburetors

The Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin SAIB NE-10-05 is an FAA informational bulletin addressing potential hazards associated with reciprocating aircraft engines equipped with float-type carburetors. It applies to all aircraft with such engines and highlights issues like fuel leakage, float damage, and improper fuel metering that can lead to engine stoppage or fire. The bulletin provides detailed guidance for pilots, owners, operators, and maintenance personnel to identify and mitigate these risks.

Oct 28, 2009
Safety Information BulletinFlight OpsMaintenanceSafety Mgmt

EASA SIB CE-09-37R1

True Flight Aerospace LLC (Grumman American) Model AA-5 Horizontal Stabilizer Forward Spar Attachment

The Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin SAIB CE-09-37R1 issued by the FAA Aircraft Certification Service addresses an issue with the horizontal stabilizer forward spar attachment and surrounding structure in the aft fuselage area of True Flight Aerospace LLC (Grumman American) Model AA-5 airplanes. This bulletin provides updated information including the addition of True Flight Aerospace Critical Service Bulletin SB-192 dated August 20, 2009. The bulletin is informational and does not mandate regulatory action under 14 CFR part 39.

Oct 23, 2009
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtTrue Flight Aerospace AA-5

EASA SIB CE-09-40R1

Commander Models 111, 112 and 112A - Wing Flap Switch.

Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin SAIB CE-09-40R1 is an FAA informational bulletin addressing a potential airworthiness concern with the wing flap switch on CPAC, Inc. (formerly Commander Aircraft Company) Models 111, 112, and 112A airplanes. The bulletin highlights issues related to improper operation or installation of the flap switch, which can cause unintended full flap extension during critical phases of flight. It provides guidance to operators and maintenance personnel to ensure proper flap switch function and flap position verification.

Oct 22, 2009
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtCPAC 111CPAC 112CPAC 112A

EASA SIB AV-2009-04

Bombardier (Canadair) Challenger - Elevator Cable Vertical Stabilizer Area

Transport Canada Service Difficulty Advisory AV-2009-04 addresses a potential issue with the elevator cable assembly Part Number 600-90020-125 on Bombardier (Canadair) Challenger CL-600-2A12 and CL-600-2B16 series 601, 601-3A, and 601-3R aircraft. The advisory highlights cases where the elevator cable was found rubbing against and partially wearing through the electrical conduit P/N 601-56004-41 in the vertical stabilizer area, causing damage to some electrical wires. This advisory is non-mandatory and aims to raise awareness among operators and maintenance personnel.

Oct 13, 2009
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtBombardier Challenger

EASA SIB CE-10-01

Cessna "Twins" / Lack of Detent Positions in the Fuel Tank Selector Valve System.

The Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin SAIB: CE-10-01 is an FAA informational bulletin addressing a fuel tank selector valve system issue in Cessna twin engine reciprocating airplanes, specifically including the Cessna Model 402C. It highlights concerns about the lack of detent positions in the fuel tank selector valve system that can lead to failure in moving the valve to the commanded position, potentially causing total engine power loss.

Oct 7, 2009
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtCessna 402C

EASA SIB 2009-34

Boeing 737 Cabin Altitude Warning Confusion

EASA Safety Information Bulletin SIB No: 2009-34 addresses confusion related to the cabin altitude warning horn on Boeing 737 model aeroplanes. The bulletin highlights incidents where flight crews misinterpreted the intermittent warning horn, which is used for both cabin altitude warnings and takeoff warnings, leading to inadequate responses and risk of hypoxia. It references the FAA Safety Alert for Operators SAFO No. 08016 and the Helios Airways Flight HCY522 accident report to emphasize the safety concern.

Sep 30, 2009
Safety Information BulletinFlight OpsSafety MgmtBoeing 737

EASA SIB CE-09-50

Cessna 175/175A- Alternative Method of Compliance (AMOC) for FAA AD 2008-15-06, paragraph (e)(3).

The document titled 'Cessna 175/175A- Alternative Method of Compliance (AMOC) for FAA AD 2008-15-06, paragraph (e)(3)' is a Safety Information Bulletin concerning the Cessna 175 and 175A aircraft models. It provides an alternative method of compliance for a specific paragraph of FAA Airworthiness Directive 2008-15-06. This bulletin addresses compliance options related to airworthiness requirements for these aircraft.

Sep 28, 2009
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtCessna 175Cessna 175A

EASA SIB 2009-37

Model DHC-6 all series —Twin Otter— aeroplanes - Revision of Maintenance Instructions and Introduction of a Flight Control Cable Return Programme.

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2009-37 is an informational document addressing Viking Air Limited Model DHC-6 all series "Twin Otter" aeroplanes. It covers revisions to maintenance instructions and introduces a Flight Control Cable Return Programme aimed at improving the inspection and monitoring of flight control cables on these aircraft.

Sep 16, 2009
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtViking Air DHC-6

EASA SIB 2009-35

WITHDRAWN - REPLACED BY EASA SIB 2016-11

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2009-35 is an informational bulletin regarding the Federal Aviation Administration's Special Federal Aviation Regulation (SFAR) No. 73-2, which mandates special training and experience requirements for pilots and certified flight instructors operating Robinson R-22 and R-44 helicopters. This bulletin informs European National Aviation Authorities about the FAA's decision to maintain these requirements to ensure safe operation of these helicopter models.

Sep 4, 2009
Safety Information BulletinTrainingSafety MgmtRobinson R-22Robinson R-44

EASA SIB 2009-200700016

Aircraft Current Limiters, Overhead Reading Light Switches and Coffeemaker Brew Trays - Produced without FAA production approval.

The FAA Safety Notification No. 2009-200700016 addresses the production of aircraft current limiters, overhead reading light switches, and coffeemaker brew trays without FAA production approval. The affected parts include current limiters (p/n FLLC-G4) and overhead reading light switches (p/n UA727-2A) used on McDonnell Douglas DC-9 and Boeing aircraft, as well as coffeemaker brew trays (p/n 64769-180-001). This notification informs aviation stakeholders about the unapproved production and distribution of these parts.

Sep 2, 2009
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtMcDonnell Douglas DC-9Boeing

EASA SIB 2009-32

WITHDRAWN - FAA UPN TRANSFERRED TO EASA SUP WEBPAGE

EASA Safety Information Bulletin SIB No. 2009-32 is a safety communication regarding stainless steel and special nickel alloy tubes that may not have been adequately processed and tested. The bulletin references FAA Unapproved Parts Notification No. 2009-20080716034 and highlights potential impacts on service life for critical and non-critical aeronautical products and aircraft parts. While no specific aircraft types are identified, the affected tubes were intended for use on U.S. certificated aircraft and may be installed on aircraft registered in EU Member States or associated countries.

Sep 2, 2009
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety Mgmt

EASA SIB 2009-30

WITHDRAWN - FAA UPN TRANSFERRED TO EASA SUP WEBPAGE

EASA Safety Information Bulletin SIB No. 2009-30 is a safety information bulletin addressing diodes that may have been manufactured without FAA production approval and could be counterfeit. The affected diodes are used in engines such as General Electric CF6-80, CF34-8C1, GE90-115, and CFM International CFM56-7B. This bulletin supports the FAA Unapproved Parts Notification No. 2009-200700141 dated 4 August 2009 and informs owners, operators, and maintenance facilities about the potential risks.

Sep 1, 2009
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety Mgmt

EASA SIB 2009-31

WITHDRAWN - FAA UPN TRANSFERRED TO EASA SUP WEBPAGE

EASA Safety Information Bulletin SIB No. 2009-31 is a safety information bulletin addressing non-conforming MS and NAS O-rings identified by the FAA in Unapproved Parts Notification No. 2009-200600012. The bulletin highlights that certain O-rings, some labeled as "Parker" and others misspelled as "Parkert," do not meet specifications and have been distributed to parts suppliers and production approval holders. The affected parts are intended for various military and commercial aircraft applications, though specific aircraft types are not identified.

Sep 1, 2009
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety Mgmt

EASA SIB 2009-29

Fokker F28 Mark 0070 and Mark 0100 — Liftdumper Mechanical Control System Bolts

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2009-29 is an informational bulletin addressing a safety concern with certain shouldered bolts, Part Number A16189-001, used in the liftdumper mechanical control system of Fokker F28 Mark 0070 and Mark 0100 aircraft. The bulletin highlights that some bolts were wrongly manufactured with a thinner shoulder, which may affect the mechanical fit but not immediate safety. It provides guidance to operators and maintenance organizations on identifying and replacing these bolts.

Aug 27, 2009
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtFokker F28

EASA SIB AL-2009-05

Bombardier CL-600-2B19 (Regional Jet Series 100/200/440) aircraft - Inspection of Third Crewmember Oxygen Hose

Transport Canada Service Difficulty Alert AL-2009-05 is a non-mandatory notification addressing a potential hazard involving the Bombardier CL-600-2B19 Regional Jet Series 100/200/440 aircraft. It focuses on the inspection of the third crewmember oxygen flexible hose following a fire incident near the JB1 junction box on a CRJ-200 aircraft. The alert highlights interim inspection recommendations issued by Bombardier to ensure the integrity of the third crewmember oxygen hose installation.

Aug 26, 2009
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtBombardier CL-600-2B19

EASA SIB 2009-27

EUROCOPTER - Magnetic Particles Contamination in the Oil System of Power Transmission Assemblies

EASA Safety Information Bulletin SIB No: 2009-27 addresses magnetic particles contamination in the oil system of power transmission assemblies, specifically affecting Eurocopter AS332 L2 and EC225LP helicopters. The bulletin follows an accident investigation and updates maintenance procedures to improve gearbox debris identification and response. It recommends operators incorporate Eurocopter Safety Information Notice 2075-S-63 Revision 0 into their maintenance manuals.

Aug 21, 2009
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtEurocopter AS332 L2Eurocopter EC225LP

EASA SIB 2009-08

ZODIAC Monogram Systems (formerly Weber) Coffeemaker CM121 — Electrical Burning Smell

EASA Safety Information Bulletin SIB No: 2009-08 addresses an electrical burning smell issue reported in ZODIAC Monogram Systems (formerly Weber) CM121 coffeemakers installed on Boeing 737 series aeroplanes. The bulletin provides safety recommendations based on the manufacturer's Service Bulletin 870130-25-2151 Revision 1 for wire terminal replacement to mitigate the problem. This information bulletin is intended to enhance safety by advising operators of affected aircraft to follow the corrective actions.

Aug 21, 2009
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 737

EASA SIB 2009-26

Lifesaving Systems Corporation (LSC) D-Lok Hook installed on Rescue Hoists — Inspection / Replacement

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2009-26 addresses the inspection and replacement of Lifesaving Systems Corporation (LSC) D-Lok Hooks installed on rescue hoists, specifically those with Part Numbers 410-A and 410-F. These hooks, used on various helicopters including installations by Goodrich and Breeze-Eastern, were found to have material irregularities due to a manufacturing change from forged to cast material. The bulletin informs operators about the associated Airworthiness Directives and the need for compliance.

Aug 12, 2009
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety Mgmt

EASA SIB CE-09-46

Cirrus SR20 and SR22 Aeroplanes - Nose Landing Gear Cracking

The Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin SAIB: CE-09-46 is an FAA informational bulletin addressing nose landing gear cracking concerns on Cirrus Design Corporation Models SR20 and SR22 airplanes. It highlights observed cracking and nose gear collapses in SR20 training aircraft and cracking in SR22 models, although no collapses have occurred on the latter. The bulletin is intended to alert owners and installers but does not mandate regulatory action.

Aug 10, 2009
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtCirrus SR20Cirrus SR22