EASA Regulations & Airworthiness Directives

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EASA SIB 2007-07R1

FAA SAIB NE-07-23R1 - Thompson Engine-driven Fuel Pumps

FAA Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin NE-07-23R1 addresses safety concerns related to Thompson engine-driven fuel pumps, part number TF-1900, which were improperly maintained and approved for return to service by Thunderbird Aircraft Parts, Inc. This bulletin applies to Raytheon Aircraft Company Beech models 35 through 35R and various Teledyne Continental Motors engines including E225, E165, and E185 series. The document alerts aviation stakeholders to inspect these fuel pumps for specific markings indicating unauthorized repair and potential safety risks.

Apr 23, 2007
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtRaytheon Beech 35Raytheon Beech 35R

EASA SIB 2007-09

FAA SAIB NE-07-24 - Kelowna Flightcraft R & D Ltd (formerly Convair) Model 340/440 Allison Turboprop Conversion, known as Convair 580

FAA Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) NE-07-24 addresses safety concerns for the Kelowna Flightcraft R & D Ltd Model Allison Prop-Jet Convair 340/440, known as the Convair 580 aircraft. The bulletin emphasizes adherence to approved fuel cross-feed operating procedures and recommends using boost pumps with identical pressure settings on both sides to prevent fuel starvation incidents. This document is supported by EASA Safety Information Notice 2007-09, which reinforces these recommendations for operators within Europe.

Apr 17, 2007
Safety Information BulletinFlight OpsSafety MgmtConvair 340Convair 440Convair 580

EASA SIB 2007-08

Diamond DA42 Aeroplanes - Starting Procedure using External Power

EASA Safety Information Notice No. 2007-08 is an informational document addressing the starting procedure using external power for Diamond DA-42 aeroplanes. It highlights the risk of total electrical power loss during take-off if both engines are started using external power due to the FADEC-controlled engines requiring uninterrupted electrical power. The notice references Diamond Aircraft Industries Service Information SI 42-040 for the correct procedure to start only one engine with external power to ensure battery recovery.

Apr 13, 2007
Safety Information BulletinFlight OpsSafety MgmtDiamond DA42

EASA SIB 2007-06

FAA SAIB NE-06-13 - Turboprop Aeroplanes using Propellers with four (4) or more Blades

FAA SAIB NE-06-13 - Turboprop Aeroplanes using Propellers with four (4) or more Blades is a Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin issued by the FAA on December 12, 2005, and endorsed by EASA in Safety Information Notice 2007-06. It addresses turboprop aircraft equipped with propellers having four or more blades, including models such as Pilatus PC-6, PC-7, PC-12, Piper PA-31T series, Beechcraft King Air series, and others. The bulletin alerts operators to check and adhere to propeller idle RPM settings and any RPM restrictions to avoid potential safety risks related to vibratory resonance and propeller fatigue damage.

Apr 5, 2007
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtPilatus PC-6Pilatus PC-7Pilatus PC-12Piper PA-31TBeechcraft King Air

EASA SIB 2007-02

FAA SAIB NE-06-52 - Rolls-Royce Corporation 250-C30, -C40 and -C47 series Engines Combustor Liners

EASA Safety Information Notice 2007-02 is an informational bulletin addressing issues with combustor liners in Rolls-Royce Corporation 250-C30, -C40, and -C47 series engines. These engines are installed in helicopters including Bell models 206, 230, 407, and 430; MD Helicopter models 369F, 369FF, and 600; and Sikorsky model S76A. The notice highlights concerns about the use of an unapproved material, Hastelloy X, in combustor liner mixing cups, which may affect engine performance.

Jan 18, 2007
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtBell 206Bell 230Bell 407Bell 430MD Helicopters 369FMD Helicopters 369FFMD Helicopters 600Sikorsky S76A

EASA SIB 2006-06R2

WITHDRAWN / CANCELLED - SEE EXPLANATION IN REMARKS

The EASA Safety Information Notice No. 2006 – 06 Revision 2 addresses issues with 3rd Stage Low Pressure Turbine Blades P/N 798403 installed on Pratt & Whitney engine models JT8D-219 and JT8D-217C. The notice highlights failures of these blades repaired by Chromalloy Southwest between September 30, 2005 and September 11, 2006, which led to in-flight shutdowns. It provides updated recommendations following the reopening of the repair process after an internal investigation.

Dec 22, 2006
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety Mgmt

EASA SIB 2006-07R2

Boeing 737-400 - Incident on 15 June 2006, at Catania Fontanarossa airport (Italy)

The Boeing 737-400 - Incident on 15 June 2006, at Catania Fontanarossa airport (Italy) is a Safety Information Bulletin focused on airworthiness concerns related to the Boeing 737-400 aircraft. The document addresses safety issues identified following an incident involving this aircraft type at Catania Fontanarossa airport. It aims to inform operators and maintenance organizations about potential risks and necessary precautions.

Oct 2, 2006
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 737-400

EASA SIB 2006-08

SUPERSEDED BY EASA SIB 2009-18

EASA Safety Information Notice No. 2006-08 is an advisory document addressing the failure of the main rotor blade retention bolt (part number 900R310E0001-103) on MD Helicopters, Inc. MD900 series helicopters. The notice highlights previous failures and references FAA Airworthiness Directive 2003-14-51 and MDHI Service Bulletin SB900-092 Rev 1. It aims to raise awareness among flight crews about the issue and recommends specific inspection procedures.

Aug 30, 2006
Safety Information BulletinFlight OpsMaintenanceSafety MgmtMD Helicopters MD900

EASA SIB 2006-05

FAA SAIB SW-06-55 - Robinson R22 and R44 Helicopters Main Rotor Blades

FAA SAIB SW-06-55 is a Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin addressing main rotor blade issues on Robinson R22 and R44 helicopters. It focuses on disbond findings at the tips of the inboard doubler on Robinson R22 MRB part number A016-4 and R44 MRB part numbers C016-2/5. The bulletin provides guidance based on Robinson Service Letters SL-55 for the R22 and SL-31 for the R44.

Jul 28, 2006
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtRobinson R22Robinson R44

EASA SIB 2006-03

Repairs for Messier-Bugatti carbon brakes P/Ns C20225( ), C20449( ), C20524( ), C20534( ), C20194( ) and C20210( ) by third parties invalidating the ETSO Authorisation

EASA Safety Information 2006-03 is a safety communication addressing unauthorized repairs to Messier-Bugatti carbon brakes with part numbers C20225, C20449, C20524, C20534, C20194, and C20210. The document highlights that third-party repairs not approved by Messier-Bugatti or EASA invalidate the ETSO Authorisation for these carbon brakes. This issue affects the safety and performance of the brakes used on aircraft equipped with these parts.

May 19, 2006
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety Mgmt

EASA SIB 2006-02

AIRBUS A300 aircraft series B2, B4, C4 and F4, except for the A300-600 series - Non-Conformance of maintenance requiring visual inspection of slat transmission shafts number 21 and asymmetry pick off units - DGAC F Airworthiness Directive No. F-2005-213R1

AIRBUS A300 aircraft series B2, B4, C4 and F4, except for the A300-600 series - Non-Conformance of maintenance requiring visual inspection of slat transmission shafts number 21 and asymmetry pick off units - DGAC F Airworthiness Directive No. F-2005-213R1 is an airworthiness directive issued by the DGAC, the French civil aviation authority. It applies to Airbus A300 aircraft series B2, B4, C4, and F4 and mandates a one-time visual inspection of slat transmission shafts number 21 and asymmetry pick off units to ensure proper connection and functionality.

Apr 12, 2006
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A300