EASA Regulations & Airworthiness Directives

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EASA SIB 2008-88

Dec 5, 2008

WITHDRAWN - REPLACED BY FAA AD 2009-10-14

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2008-88 is an informational bulletin addressing the inspection of propeller counterweight slug bolt failures on certain Hartzell propeller models. The affected propellers include the HC-A3VF-( ), HC-B3MN-( ), HC-B3TF-( ), HC-B3TN-( ), HC-B4MN-( ), HC-B4MP-( ), HC-B4TN-( ), HC-B5MA-( ), and HC-B5MP-( ) series, which are installed on various aircraft as detailed in Hartzell Propeller Inc. Alert Service Bulletin HC-ASB-61-313 dated 17 November 2008. This bulletin warns of bolt failures that may cause counterweight slug separation, potentially leading to aircraft damage and safety risks.

Safety Information Bulletin

EASA SIB 2008-86

Nov 18, 2008

Airbus A330-A340 - Uncertified Aircraft Configuration

EASA Safety Information Bulletin No: 2008 โ€“ 86 is an informational document addressing uncertified aircraft configurations affecting Airbus A330 and A340 models. It highlights incidents where unauthorized Flight Control Primary Computer (FCPC) configurations caused elevator and spoiler control issues, leading to unsafe aircraft behavior. The bulletin covers all serial numbers of specified Airbus A330 and A340 variants.

Safety Information Bulletin
  • Airbus A330
  • Airbus A340

EASA SIB 2008-84R1

Nov 12, 2008

Funkwerk Avionics (formerly Filser Electronic) TRT600 and TRT800 Series Transponders โ€” Intermittent Loss of Detection, Insufficient Mode S Reply.

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2008-84R1 addresses intermittent loss of detection and insufficient Mode S replies from Funkwerk Avionics TRT600 and TRT800 Series Transponders, including units formerly manufactured by Filser Electronic. These transponders are installed on various aircraft such as Cessna 150, 172, 182, 210, Diamond DA 20, Mooney M20J, Piper PA-28, and multiple sailplane models. The bulletin highlights issues affecting radar tracking and Mode S interrogation responses in European airspace.

Safety Information Bulletin
  • Cessna 150
  • Cessna 172
  • Cessna 182
  • Cessna 210
  • Diamond DA 20
  • Mooney M20J
  • Piper PA-28

EASA SIB 2008-85

Oct 20, 2008

WITHDRAWN - REPLACED BY FAA AD 2009-10-08

EASA Safety Information Bulletin SIB No. 2008-85 is an informational bulletin concerning Pratt & Whitney PW2037 engines, which are installed on Boeing 757 aircraft among others. It communicates safety recommendations issued by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) following an uncontained engine failure investigation. The bulletin informs European aviation authorities and operators about potential upcoming inspection requirements for the 2nd stage turbine hubs of PW2037 engines.

Safety Information Bulletin
  • Boeing 757

EASA SIB NM-07-39R1

Oct 14, 2008

Quiet Technology Aerospace (QTA) Stage 3 Hushkits, installed on Gulfstream G-1159 series aircraft

The Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin SAIB NM-07-39R1 is an FAA informational bulletin addressing issues with Quiet Technology Aerospace (QTA) Stage 3 Hushkits installed on Gulfstream G-1159 series aircraft, including G-II, G-III, and G-IIB models. It highlights the discovery of failed, cracked, or yielded forward bearing fitting attach bolts on these hushkits and provides updated service recommendations to mitigate the issue.

Safety Information Bulletin
  • Gulfstream G-1159

EASA SIB CE-08-46

Sep 30, 2008

Cirrus Design Corporation (CDC) Model SR22 airplanes - Exceedance of the Maximum Carbon Monoxide Level

The Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin SAIB CE-08-46 addresses a carbon monoxide exceedance issue in Cirrus Design Corporation (CDC) Model SR22 airplanes. The bulletin informs operators about a temporary exceedance of the maximum carbon monoxide level allowed by 14 CFR 23.831(a) during specific flight conditions involving the air-conditioning system. This information bulletin is advisory and not mandatory.

Safety Information Bulletin
  • Cirrus Design Corporation SR22

EASA SIB NE-08-49R1

Sep 30, 2008

General Electric (GE) CJ610 series turbojet and CF700 series turbofan engines - Premature Distress or Failure of Combustion Liner Inner Shells

The FAA Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin SAIB NE-08-49R1 addresses premature distress or failure of combustion liner inner shells, part number AFT-5016T30G02, installed in General Electric CJ610 series turbojet and CF700 series turbofan engines. This bulletin informs owners, operators, and repair facilities about potential cracking issues that could lead to engine damage. The combustion liner inner shells were manufactured by AFT Technologies under Parts Manufacturer Approval (PMA).

Safety Information Bulletin

EASA SIB AV-2008-07

Sep 23, 2008

Pratt & Whitney Canada PW530, PW535 and PW545 series engines - No.4 Bearing Carbon Seal Distress

Transport Canada Service Difficulty Advisory AV-2008-07 addresses a low oil pressure issue in Pratt & Whitney Canada PW530, PW535, and PW545 series engines, specifically related to distress of the No. 4 bearing carbon seal. The advisory highlights occurrences of in-flight engine shutdowns due to oil leakage past the carbon seal on the #4 turbine shaft bearing, affecting aircraft such as the Cessna Citation 560XLS powered by PWC 545B engines.

Safety Information Bulletin
  • Cessna Citation 560XLS

EASA SIB AV-2008-04

Sep 19, 2008

Pratt & Whitney Canada JT15D-1 series engines - Uncontained Impeller Failures

Transport Canada Civil Aviation Service Difficulty Advisory AV-2008-04 addresses uncontained impeller failures in Pratt & Whitney Canada JT15D-1 series engines. The advisory highlights surface irregularities on the rear face of impellers, specifically part number 3020365, which have caused cracks leading to impeller fractures and fuselage penetration. It references related airworthiness directives issued by Transport Canada and the FAA that mandate inspections and repairs.

Safety Directive

EASA SIB NE-06-32R1

Sep 17, 2008

Lycoming direct-drive reciprocating engines - Propeller Strike Events - Recommended Actions

The FAA Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin SAIB: NE-06-32R1 provides guidance on Lycoming direct-drive reciprocating engines, specifically addressing propeller strike events. It applies to all Lycoming direct-drive engines including VO-360 and IVO-360 series, except certain O-320, O-360, LO-360, TO-360, LTO-360, and TIO-541 series engines. The bulletin highlights compliance requirements with Airworthiness Directive 2004-10-14 and recommends additional engine disassembly and inspection after a propeller strike.

Safety Information Bulletin
All aircraft

EASA SIB AV-2008-05

Sep 17, 2008

Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-65 and -67 series engines - Reduction Gearbox 1st Stage Carrier Bolts Lubrication & Torque

Transport Canada Civil Aviation Service Difficulty Advisory AV-2008-05 addresses fatigue fractures in the 1st stage carrier bolts (P/N MS9490-34) of Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-65 and PT6A-67 series engine reduction gearboxes. The advisory highlights over twenty reported bolt failures, some causing in-flight shutdowns, primarily occurring after engine overhaul. It emphasizes the importance of proper bolt lubrication and torque during assembly to prevent stress-induced fractures.

Safety Information Bulletin

EASA SIB 2008-82

Sep 4, 2008

FAA SAIB NM-08-43 - Brice Manufacturing Company, Inc. Passenger Seats causing Occupant Finger Injuries

FAA Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin NM-08-43 is an advisory concerning Brice Manufacturing Company, Inc. passenger seats, specifically Model B1000 and B1010 series, installed on various Airbus, Boeing, BAE Systems, and McDonnell Douglas aircraft. The bulletin addresses reported incidents of finger injuries to children caused by the armrest design. It provides safety recommendations to mitigate this risk through a design improvement.

Safety Information Bulletin
  • Airbus All
  • Boeing All
  • BAE Systems All
  • McDonnell Douglas All

EASA SIB 2008-75

Aug 25, 2008

CAA-NZ CAN 75-001 - Alpha Aviation R2000 Aeroplanes - Carburettor Heating Ducts

CAA-NZ CAN 75-001 is a Continuing Airworthiness Notice issued by the Civil Aviation Authority of New Zealand concerning Alpha Aviation R2000 series aircraft carburettor heating ducts. It addresses an incident where the carburettor heat ducting collapsed, restricting airflow and causing engine power loss. The notice also applies to Robin R2000 and HR200 series aircraft fitted with similar carburettor heat ducting.

Continuing Airworthiness Notice
  • Alpha Aviation R2000
  • Robin R2000
  • Robin HR200

EASA SIB 2008-79

Aug 19, 2008

Eurocopter Deutschland EC 135 and EC 635 Helicopters - Unintended Single-Engine Take-Off

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2008-79 is an advisory document addressing an increase in unintended single-engine take-off events in Eurocopter Deutschland EC 135 and EC 635 helicopters. It provides guidance to pilots on recognizing cockpit indications of single-engine operation before takeoff and reinforces adherence to established Flight Manual procedures. The bulletin highlights the risks of engine damage and collision hazards during such events and emphasizes that intentional single-engine takeoffs are not authorized despite the helicopters' high one-engine inoperative power capability.

Safety Information Bulletin
  • Eurocopter Deutschland EC 135
  • Eurocopter Deutschland EC 635

EASA SIB 2008-74

Aug 19, 2008

WITHDRAWN - FAA UPN TRANSFERRED TO EASA SUP WEBPAGE

EASA Safety Information Bulletin SIB No. 2008-74 is a safety information bulletin addressing unapproved parts for installation on agricultural aircraft. It references FAA Unapproved Parts Notification No. 2008-S20080226009 and highlights concerns about unapproved parts potentially introduced into the aviation community. The bulletin applies to aircraft parts identified in the FAA notification and any agricultural aircraft with those parts installed.

Safety Information Bulletin
All aircraft

EASA SIB 2008-73

Aug 11, 2008

FAA SAIB NM-08-39 - Honeywell Flight Management System (FMS) - Early Descent Behaviour

FAA SAIB NM-08-39 is a Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin addressing premature descent behavior in certain Honeywell Flight Management Systems (FMS) when coupled to VNAV or VGP. The affected FMS units include Honeywell Epic Integrated Avionics and Legacy FMZ-2000 models installed on various aircraft such as Boeing 727 series, Bombardier CL-600 series, Cessna 650, Dassault Falcon series, Gulfstream G-1159, G-IV, GV, and Hawker Beechcraft HS125 and BAe125 series. The bulletin informs operators about incorrect vertical deviation indications that may lead to early descent below the intended flight path during RNAV approaches.

Safety Information Bulletin
  • Boeing 727
  • Bombardier CL-600
  • Cessna 650
  • Dassault Falcon
  • Gulfstream G-1159
  • Gulfstream G-IV
  • Gulfstream GV
  • Hawker Beechcraft HS125
  • BAe 125

EASA SIB 2008-71

Aug 1, 2008

FAA SAIB SW-08-38 - Sandel SN3308 Electronic Horizontal Situation Indicator (EHSI) configured as a Heading Repeater Display

FAA Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin SW-08-38 addresses an airworthiness concern with the Sandel SN3308 Electronic Horizontal Situation Indicator (EHSI) when configured as a heading repeater display, primarily affecting Eurocopter Deutschland MBB-BK 117 C-1 helicopters. The bulletin highlights issues with the compass rose blanking during manual slewing in free gyro mode, which may also apply to other rotorcraft and potentially fixed-wing aircraft with similar installations. EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2008-71 supports the FAA's advisory and informs European operators of the same concern.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Eurocopter Deutschland MBB-BK 117 C-1

EASA SIB 2008-70

Jul 30, 2008

FAA SAIB SW-08-37 - Sikorsky S-76 Helicopters - Inoperative Cyclic Control Stick Guard Override Mechanism

FAA Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin SW-08-37 addresses an issue with the inoperative cyclic control stick guard override mechanism on Sikorsky S-76 series helicopters, specifically those modified with Keystone Helicopter Corporation Supplemental Type Certificate SR01140NY-D. The bulletin highlights a safety concern where the stick guard's spring override mechanism may fail, potentially interfering with the forward movement of the cyclic stick during flight. EASA SIB No. 2008-70 supports the FAA's advisory and applies specifically to Sikorsky S-76C helicopters modified under the corresponding STC validated by EASA.

Safety Information Bulletin
  • Sikorsky S-76

EASA SIB 2008-69

Jul 29, 2008

Heated Main Rotor Blades - Check / Replacement

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2008-69 is an informational document addressing the inspection and potential replacement of heated main rotor blades on Eurocopter EC 225 LP helicopters. It specifically concerns main rotor blades part number 332A11-0055-00 equipped with de-icer assemblies having serial numbers below 400 and not repaired per specified repair sheets. The bulletin references a French DGAC Emergency Airworthiness Directive and Eurocopter Alert Service Bulletin 01A002.

Safety Information Bulletin
  • Airbus Helicopters EC 225 LP

EASA SIB 2008-24

Jul 29, 2008

Passenger Restraint Systems on Aeroplanes (MTOM < 5 670 kg and โ€”ยค 9 Passenger Seats) engaged in Commercial Air Transportation Operations

The EASA Safety Information Bulletin No. 2008-24 addresses passenger restraint systems on normal, utility, and aerobatic category aeroplanes with a maximum takeoff weight of less than 5,670 kg and nine passenger seats or fewer, engaged in commercial air transportation operations. It highlights the safety benefits of Upper Torso Restraint (UTR) systems, which are currently mandatory in new aircraft designs but not universally fitted on existing fleets. The bulletin aims to raise awareness among national airworthiness authorities and aviation stakeholders about the potential safety improvements from retrofitting UTR systems.

Safety Information Bulletin
All aircraft