EASA Regulations & Airworthiness Directives

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EASA SIB 2007-32

FAA SAIB CE-07-45 - Flight Control Cable Fraying on aircraft built by Aeronca, Bellanca, Champion and American Champion Aircraft Corporation (ACAC)

FAA Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin CE-07-45 is an informational bulletin addressing flight control cable fraying on aircraft built by Aeronca, Bellanca, Champion, and American Champion Aircraft Corporation (ACAC). The affected models include various Aeronca and Champion aircraft such as the 7AC, 8KCAB, and 11AC series. The bulletin highlights the risk of flight control cable fraying, which could lead to loss of flight control if not detected during maintenance.

Sep 26, 2007
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtAeronca 7ACAeronca 8KCABAeronca 11ACChampion 7ACChampion 8KCABChampion 11ACAmerican Champion 7ACAmerican Champion 8KCABAmerican Champion 11AC

EASA SIB 2007-33

FAA SAIB NE-07-53 - Non-conformities on Propellers Inspected and Overhauled by Desert Aircraft Blade Service

FAA Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin NE-07-53 is an informational bulletin addressing nonconformities found on propellers inspected and overhauled by Desert Aircraft Blade Service, specifically including Hartzell Propeller Inc. model HC-92ZK-2B two-bladed propellers installed on Piper PA-23-23 aircraft. The bulletin highlights corrosion, wear beyond service limits, and incomplete compliance with certain Airworthiness Directives on these propellers. EASA Safety Information Notice 2007-33 references this FAA bulletin to alert European operators and maintenance organizations.

Sep 26, 2007
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtPiper PA-23-23

EASA SIB 2007-30

FAA SAIB NM-07-48 - Gulfstream G-IV series aircraft - Potentially Reduced Lug Radius Dimension on the Aileron Boost Bellcrank Clevis

FAA Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin NM-07-48 is an informational bulletin addressing a potential manufacturing issue on Gulfstream G-IV series aircraft, specifically serial numbers 1000 through 1278. The bulletin highlights a potentially reduced lug radius dimension on the aileron boost bellcrank clevis, which could affect hydraulic actuator attachment. This issue was also noted in EASA Safety Information Notice 2007-30.

Sep 26, 2007
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtGulfstream G-IV

EASA SIB 2007-31

FAA SAIB NM-07-55 - Gulfstream GV series aircraft - Loss of Normal Cabin Pressurization Control due to a Pack Inlet Valve Failure

FAA Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin NM-07-55 is an informational bulletin addressing a loss of normal cabin pressurization control in Gulfstream GV series aircraft, specifically serial numbers 501 through 686 and 699, equipped with pack inlet valves part numbers 396610-1 or 396610-2. The bulletin reports incidents where pack inlet valve failures caused abnormal cabin altitude increases during descent. This document is supported by EASA Safety Information Notice 2007-31, which informs European operators of the same issue.

Sep 26, 2007
Safety Information BulletinSafety MgmtMaintenanceGulfstream GV

EASA SIB 2007-29

FAA SAIB NM-07-52 - Lavatory Ionisation Fire/Smoke Detectors, installed on transport category aircraft

FAA Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) NM-07-52 addresses false warnings from lavatory ionization fire/smoke detectors installed on transport category aircraft. The bulletin highlights that these detectors may trigger false alarms if the cabin becomes over-pressurized, which can lead to unnecessary emergency procedures. This issue is relevant to all transport category airplanes equipped with such detectors.

Sep 25, 2007
Safety Information BulletinSafety Mgmt

EASA SIB 2007-28

Improper repair of Messier-Bugatti hydraulic pumps, installed on Eurocopter AS332 helicopters - DGAC France AD F-2007-010

EASA Airworthiness Directive F-2007-010 addresses the improper repair of Messier-Bugatti hydraulic pumps installed on Eurocopter AS332 helicopter models including AS 332 C, C1, L, L1, and L2. The directive identifies specific part and serial numbers of affected hydraulic pumps that have experienced seal deterioration due to incorrect liner positioning during repair. This issue has led to loss of hydraulic power systems on affected helicopters.

Sep 25, 2007
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtEurocopter AS332

EASA SIB 2007-27

WITHDRAWN: REPLACED BY EASA AD 2009-0214

EASA Safety Information Notice No. 2007-27 N is a safety communication regarding EADS SOCATA TBM 700 aircraft main landing gear wheel axles. It addresses a safety issue involving partially unscrewed wheel attaching nuts on TBM 850 aircraft, caused by machining defects in certain wheel axle production batches. This notice informs operators about the DGAC France Emergency Airworthiness Directive UF-2007-015 related to this issue.

Sep 20, 2007
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtEADS SOCATA TBM 700EADS SOCATA TBM 850

EASA SIB 2007-24

WITHDRAWN: SEE TRANSPORT CANADA AD CF-2007-14, -15 and -16; and ENAC ITALY AD 2007-324

EASA Safety Information Notice No. 2007-24 is a safety information notice addressing tail rotor driveshaft (Thomas Couplings) disc assemblies on Bell Helicopter Textron Canada Model 206 Series, 206L Series, 230, 407, 427, and 430 helicopters, as well as Agusta Model AB206 A/B series helicopters. The notice references Transport Canada Airworthiness Directives CF-2007-14, CF-2007-15, CF-2007-16, and ENAC Italy Emergency AD 2007-324, which identify issues with disc assemblies manufactured between November 1, 2005, and November 30, 2006. These discs may have improper thickness or incorrect indexing, posing a safety risk.

Sep 17, 2007
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtBell Helicopter Textron Canada 206 SeriesBell Helicopter Textron Canada 206L SeriesBell Helicopter Textron Canada 230Bell Helicopter Textron Canada 407Bell Helicopter Textron Canada 427Bell Helicopter Textron Canada 430Agusta AB206 A/B series

EASA SIB 2007-23

Microturbo Saphir 2, Model No. 016, Auxiliary Power Unit, Replacement of Exhaust Thermal Insulation

EASA Safety Information Notice No. 2007-23 is an alert regarding the Microturbo Saphir 2, Model No. 016 Auxiliary Power Unit (APU) installed on aircraft including the Dassault Falcon 20. The document addresses the replacement of exhaust thermal insulation due to manufacturing quality control lapses that may cause insulation failure and exposure of the hot APU exhaust section.

Sep 12, 2007
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtDassault Falcon 20

EASA SIB 2007-22

PILATUS AIRCRAFT LTD PC-12, PC-12/45 and PC-12/47 aircraft - Main Landing Gear Special Bolts - Identification / Replacement - FOCA Switzerland AD HB-2007-382

EASA Safety Information Notice No. 2007 – 22 is a safety information notice regarding FOCA Switzerland Airworthiness Directive HB-2007-382. It addresses the identification and replacement of special bolts on the main landing gear of PILATUS AIRCRAFT LTD PC-12, PC-12/45, and PC-12/47 aircraft with Manufacturer Serial Numbers 101 through 749. The notice informs aviation professionals about a safety issue related to inadequate production of these bolts, although it does not affect the type design approval.

Aug 29, 2007
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtPilatus PC-12Pilatus PC-12/45Pilatus PC-12/47

EASA SIB 2007-20

FAA SAIB NE-07-41 - Pratt & Whitney JT9D-7A and -7J Engines - Maintenance of the High Pressure Turbine (HPT) 2nd Stage Vane Assemblies

FAA Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin NE-07-41 is an informational bulletin addressing maintenance issues with Pratt & Whitney JT9D-7A and -7J series engines, specifically the high pressure turbine (HPT) 2nd stage vane assemblies. The bulletin highlights an engine separation event on a Boeing 747 caused by improper installation of the HPT 2nd stage vane assembly, which led to disk rim failure. It applies primarily to Boeing 747 aircraft equipped with these engines.

Aug 8, 2007
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 747

EASA SIB 2007-19

EADS SOCATA TBM 700 C and TBM 850 aeroplanes Main Landing Gear - Wheel Axle - Inspection/Modification DGAC France Emergency AD (CN) No. UF-2007-007

EASA Safety Information Notice No. 2007-19 is an advisory document regarding the DGAC France Emergency Airworthiness Directive No. UF-2007-007. It concerns EADS SOCATA TBM 700 C and TBM 850 aeroplanes up to serial number 408 with specific main landing gear wheel axle batch numbers CZ52790, CZ62189, CZ64034, or CZ66207. The notice addresses inspection and modification requirements for the main landing gear wheel axle to ensure continued airworthiness and safety.

Aug 2, 2007
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtEADS SOCATA TBM 700 CEADS SOCATA TBM 850

EASA SIB 2007-10R1

WITHDRAWN - SEE FAA AD 2014-20-16

EASA Safety Information Notice No. 2007-10 Revision 1 is an informational notice regarding Brantly International, Inc. Model B-2 Series helicopters. It alerts operators to the development of cracks at the root area of the main rotor blades, just aft of the main spar, which may lead to blade separation and emergency landings. The notice expands the affected models to include B-2, B-2A, and B-2B helicopters and advises inspection of all main rotor blades regardless of part number.

Jul 31, 2007
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtBrantly International B-2Brantly International B-2ABrantly International B-2B

EASA SIB 2007-18

Equipment/Furnishings - Horizontal Net SRFW HN1 - Removal from Service FOCA Switzerland Airworthiness Directive No. HB-2007-295

The document titled Equipment/Furnishings - Horizontal Net SRFW HN1 - Removal from Service FOCA Switzerland Airworthiness Directive No. HB-2007-295 is an EASA Safety Information Notice addressing the removal from service of the SRFW HN1 Horizontal Nets. These nets are used as rescue equipment on various helicopter types and are covered under FOCA Switzerland Supplemental Type Certificate No: Z 25-60-03. The notice informs aviation professionals about the safety concerns related to these nets and references the FOCA Switzerland AD HB-2007-295 for detailed instructions.

Jul 27, 2007
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety Mgmt

EASA SIB 2007-17R1

ARTEX ELT Antenna Strength

EASA Safety Information Notice No. 2007 - 17 R1 addresses the incorrect speed rating stated in ARTEX ELT manuals for the Rod Antenna P/N 110-338 used in aircraft ELT systems. The manuals incorrectly list the antenna speed rating as 450 knots, while the correct rating is 350 knots according to ARTEX documentation. This notice applies to aircraft equipped with the ARTEX Rod Antenna P/N 110-338 for their Emergency Locator Transmitter (ELT).

Jul 10, 2007
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety Mgmt

EASA SIB 2007-11

FAA SAIB SW-07-29 - Aeronautical Accessories, Inc. (AAI) High Skid Gear Crosstubes

FAA Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) SW-07-29 and EASA Safety Information Notice 2007-11 address potential cracking and premature failure of Aeronautical Accessories, Inc. (AAI) part number 412-321 series high skid gear crosstubes installed on Bell Helicopter Textron Model 412, 412EP, 412CF, and Agusta S.p.A. Model AB412 and AB412EP helicopters. These crosstubes, installed under AAI's Supplemental Type Certificate SR01052AT, may fail before reaching the FAA-approved life limit, posing safety risks during operations.

May 23, 2007
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtBell Helicopter Textron 412Bell Helicopter Textron 412EPBell Helicopter Textron 412CFAgusta S.p.A. AB412Agusta S.p.A. AB412EP

EASA SIB 2007-13

FAA SAIB NE-07-30 - Sikorsky Aircraft S-61 Series Helicopters - Blade Inspection Method (BIM) System

FAA Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin NE-07-30 is an informational bulletin concerning Sikorsky Aircraft Model S-61 Series helicopters equipped with the Blade Inspection Method (BIM®) system. It alerts operators and maintenance personnel to restrict from further flight any main rotor blade showing BIM indications until the cause is determined and corrected. The document references FAA Airworthiness Directives 74-20-07 R5 and 85-18-05 R2, which apply to all S-61 helicopters, including those registered in EU Member States under EASA regulations.

May 22, 2007
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtSikorsky S-61

EASA SIB 2007-16

FAA SAIB NM-07-26 - Bombardier CL-600-2B19 "Regional Jet" aircraft - Incidents of Flap Failures on during Cold Weather Operations

FAA Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin NM-07-26 addresses flap failures on Bombardier CL-600-2B19 Regional Jet aircraft during cold weather operations. The bulletin highlights incidents where water ingress and freezing in flap system components have caused flap malfunctions, affecting flap extension and retraction. This information is supported by EASA Safety Information Notice 2007-16 and Bombardier All Operator's Message 1047.

May 14, 2007
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtBombardier CL-600-2B19

EASA SIB 2007-14

FAA SAIB CE-05-27 - Foam-Filled Elevator Trim (F-FET) Tabs installed on Cessna single-engine aircraft

EASA Safety Information Notice No. 2007-14 is an informational notice referencing FAA Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin CE-05-27 regarding foam-filled elevator trim (F-FET) tabs installed on certain Cessna single-engine aircraft models 206, 207, and 210. The document highlights potential issues with these F-FET tabs, including moisture absorption leading to internal corrosion, added weight, and possible flutter. It applies to specific aircraft serial numbers listed in the FAA bulletin.

May 7, 2007
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtCessna 206Cessna 207Cessna 210

EASA SIB 2007-12

Airbus A330 and A340 Aeroplanes - Installation of a Placard on Passenger/Crew and Emergency Exit Doors

EASA Safety Information Notice No. 2007-12 is a safety information notice addressing Airbus A330 and A340 aeroplanes, specifically models A330-200, A330-300, A340-200, A340-300, A340-500, and A340-600 series. The notice recommends installing a placard on passenger, crew, and emergency exit doors to ensure correct electrical harness routing for slide or slide/raft deployment.

Apr 24, 2007
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A330Airbus A340