EASA Regulations & Airworthiness Directives

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EASA SIB 2008-38

May 29, 2008

FAA SAIB NE-08-21 - Potential for Propeller Failures on Piston Engine Aircraft due to prolonged Operation in a restricted RPM (revolutions per minute) Range

FAA Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin NE-08-21 is an informational bulletin addressing the risk of propeller failures on piston engine general aviation aircraft due to prolonged operation in restricted RPM ranges. The bulletin highlights issues caused by inaccurate tachometers, missing or improper tachometer markings, and missing or incorrect instrument panel placards. It applies mainly to propellers installed on Normal, Utility, and Acrobatic category aircraft under Part 22 and 23 regulations.

Safety Information Bulletin
All aircraft

EASA SIB 2008-39

May 29, 2008

FAA SAIB NE-08-22 - Procedures for a "Propeller Search Inspection" or "General Visual Inspection" and performance of "Cosmetic Repairs"

FAA Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin NE-08-22 provides recommended procedures for performing a "propeller search inspection" or "general visual inspection" and guidelines for conducting "cosmetic repairs" on propellers. This bulletin applies to propellers installed on general aviation aircraft in Normal, Utility, and Acrobatic categories under Parts 22 and 23, as well as Transport category aircraft under Part 25. The document emphasizes inspection and repair practices for propellers from manufacturers such as Hamilton Sundstrand, Hartzell, McCauley, Sensenich, and others.

Safety Information Bulletin
All aircraft

EASA SIB 2008-45

May 27, 2008

WITHDRAWN - SEE EASA AD 2010-0058

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2008-45 is an informational bulletin addressing incorrect fixed bearings in the main rotor and tail rotor flight control levers of EC135, EC635, and MBB-BK 117C-2 helicopters. The bulletin highlights inspection, repair, and replacement requirements as per Luftfahrt-Bundesamt Germany Airworthiness Directives and Eurocopter Deutschland GmbH Alert Service Bulletins. This bulletin is withdrawn and superseded by EASA Airworthiness Directive 2010-0058.

Safety Information Bulletin
  • Airbus Helicopters EC135
  • Airbus Helicopters EC635
  • MBB-BK 117C-2

EASA SIB 2008-44

May 26, 2008

CASA Australia AWB 73-004 - Piston Engine Powered Helicopters - Malfunctioning of the Carburettor Accelerator Pump in the Fuel System

CASA Australia Airworthiness Bulletin AWB 73-004 is an advisory document addressing the malfunctioning of the carburettor accelerator pump in the fuel system of piston engine powered helicopters, specifically including the Robinson R44 Raven I. It highlights that difficulty in engine starting may indicate a faulty accelerator pump, which can cause engine hesitation or stoppage during critical flight maneuvers such as autorotation. The bulletin aims to inform operators and maintenance personnel to check the accelerator pump function during troubleshooting.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Robinson R44

EASA SIB 2008-47

May 26, 2008

FAA SAIB NM-08-24 - Boeing 737 Aeroplanes - Failure of certain Potable Water Couplers during Freezing Weather Conditions

FAA SAIB NM-08-24 is a Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin addressing the failure of certain potable water couplers on Boeing 737-600, 737-700, 737-800, and 737-900 series aircraft during freezing weather conditions. The bulletin highlights the risk of water spraying and freezing around the outflow valve, which can impair cabin pressure control. EASA SIB No. 2008-47 supports the FAA's advisory and informs European operators of the same concern.

Safety Information Bulletin
  • Boeing 737-600
  • Boeing 737-700
  • Boeing 737-800
  • Boeing 737-900

EASA SIB 2008-35R1

May 26, 2008

WITHDRAWN - FAA SAIB NE-08-17R3 TRANSFERRED TO EASA SUP WEBPAGE

EASA Safety Information Bulletin SIB No. 2008-35 Revision 1 is a safety information bulletin addressing critical parts for CFM56 series engines that may have been improperly repaired and approved for return to service. This bulletin applies to CFM56 engines installed on or held as spares for aircraft including Airbus A318, A319, A320, A321, A340 series, Boeing 737 series, and McDonnell Douglas DC-8-70 series. The bulletin references the FAA Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin NE-08-17 Revision 1.

Safety Information Bulletin
  • Airbus A318
  • Airbus A319
  • Airbus A320
  • Airbus A321
  • Airbus A340
  • Boeing 737
  • McDonnell Douglas DC-8

EASA SIB 2008-42

May 21, 2008

RUAG (formerly Dornier Luftfahrt GmbH) Model 228 series - Nose Landing Gear Inspection / Replacement

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2008-42 is an informational bulletin addressing the nose landing gear inspection and replacement for RUAG (formerly Dornier Luftfahrt GmbH) Model 228 series aircraft, including models 228-100, 228-101, 228-200, 228-201, 228-202, and 228-212. It references the Luftfahrt-Bundesamt (LBA) Germany Airworthiness Directive D-2008-149, which mandates borescope inspections and potential replacement of the nose landing gear due to manufacturing defects. This bulletin informs operators and maintenance organizations about the safety issue without imposing mandatory requirements under EASA authority.

Safety Information Bulletin
  • RUAG Model 228

EASA SIB 2008-41

May 19, 2008

Eurocopter EC155, SA365N, AS365N, SA366G1, SA360C and SA365C series helicopters - MGB Casing Corrosion

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2008-41 is an informational bulletin addressing corrosion issues in the Main Gearbox (MGB) casing of Eurocopter EC155, SA365N, AS365N, SA366G1, SA360C, and SA365C series helicopters. It references the French DGAC Emergency Airworthiness Directive UF-2008-004, which mandates inspection and repair of the MGB casing if corrosion is found. The bulletin applies to all serial numbers of these helicopter models equipped with MGBs delivered or overhauled before specified dates.

Safety Information Bulletin
  • Eurocopter EC155
  • Eurocopter SA365N
  • Eurocopter AS365N
  • Eurocopter SA366G1
  • Eurocopter SA360C
  • Eurocopter SA365C

EASA SIB 2008-34

May 15, 2008

WITHDRAWN - FAA UPN TRANSFERRED TO EASA SUP WEBPAGE

EASA Safety Information Bulletin SIB No. 2008-34 is a notification regarding parts manufactured by General Design, Inc. and Beechcraft (now Hawker Beechcraft Corporation) that were improperly maintained or overhauled and approved for return to service. The affected parts include DC motors and main landing gear actuator assemblies. This bulletin references FAA Unapproved Parts Notification No. 2008-200500171 dated 8 May 2008 and applies to parts held as spares and any aircraft with these parts installed.

Safety Information Bulletin

EASA SIB 2008-32

Apr 16, 2008

WITHDRAWN - FAA UPN TRANSFERRED TO EASA SUP WEBPAGE

EASA Safety Information Notice No. 2008-32 is a safety communication regarding parts for Piper Comanche (PA-24, all models) and Twin Comanche (PA-30 and PA-39) aircraft. It addresses improperly repaired, maintained, or overhauled parts such as fuel selector valves, landing gear transmissions, flap transmissions, motors, heater regulator valves, Delco generators, Weldon boost pumps, and specific Airborne fuel selector valve/filter assemblies. The notice references FAA Unapproved Parts Notification No. 2008-S20070083021 and informs stakeholders about the risks associated with these parts.

Safety Information Bulletin
  • Piper Comanche PA-24
  • Piper Twin Comanche PA-30
  • Piper Twin Comanche PA-39

EASA SIB 2008-30

Apr 7, 2008

FAA SAIB SW-08-16 - Robinson R44 II helicopters - Air Conditioning Wiring Chafing

FAA Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin SW-08-16 is an informational bulletin addressing an electrical short risk in the air conditioning wiring of Robinson R44 II helicopters up to serial number 12167. The bulletin alerts owners and operators to potential wiring chafing that can cause electrical shorts in the overhead duct assembly. EASA has issued a Safety Information Notice endorsing the FAA recommendations for this issue.

Safety Information Bulletin
  • Robinson R44 II

EASA SIB 2008-31

Apr 7, 2008

WITHDRAWN - FAA UPN TRANSFERRED TO EASA SUP WEBPAGE

EASA Safety Information Notice No. 2008-31 is a safety notice addressing Honeywell Model IVA-81A TCAS display indicators that have been improperly overhauled and returned to service. This notice applies to these specific TCAS display indicators held as spares or installed on any Transport Category aircraft. The document references the FAA Unapproved Parts Notification No. 2008-200600159 and aligns with previous FAA and EASA safety communications on the subject.

Safety Information Bulletin
All aircraft

EASA SIB 2008-29

Apr 4, 2008

Ground De- / Anti-Icing of Aeroplanes; Intake / Fan-blade Icing and effects of Fluid Residues on Flight Controls

EASA Safety Information Notice No. 2008-29 is an informational document addressing ground de-icing and anti-icing of aeroplanes, with a focus on intake and fan-blade icing and the effects of fluid residues on flight controls. It highlights risks associated with snow and slush accumulation in engine intakes and on compressor/fan blades during extended ground operations in freezing precipitation, which can lead to engine malfunction or flameout. The notice applies broadly to all operators and maintenance organizations, emphasizing the need for proper procedures and training.

Safety Information Bulletin
All aircraft

EASA SIB 2008-28

Apr 3, 2008

CASA Australia AWB 80-002 - Sikorsky S-76 Helicopters - Corrosion of #1 and #2 DC Starter/Generator Earth Points

CASA Australia AWB 80-002 is an Airworthiness Bulletin addressing corrosion issues on the #1 and #2 DC Starter/Generator earth points of Sikorsky S-76 series helicopters. The bulletin highlights the risk of generator failure due to corrosion and insufficient torque at these earth points. It applies to all models and serial numbers of Sikorsky S-76 rotorcraft.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Sikorsky S-76

EASA SIB 2008-27

Apr 2, 2008

FAA SAIB NM-08-15 - Embraer EMB-135 and EMB-145 Aeroplanes - Water Contamination of AHRS Computers

FAA SAIB NM-08-15 is a Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin addressing water contamination issues in the Attitude Heading Reference System (AHRS) computers installed on Embraer EMB-135 and EMB-145 series aircraft. The bulletin informs operators and maintenance personnel about reported service difficulties due to water condensation causing corrosion and potential failures in AHRS units. It references Embraer Service Bulletins 145-21-0036 and 145LEG-21-0006 for mitigation measures.

Safety Information Bulletin
  • Embraer EMB-135
  • Embraer EMB-145

EASA SIB 2008-25

Apr 1, 2008

WITHDRAWN - FAA UPN TRANSFERRED TO EASA SUP WEBPAGE

EASA Safety Information Notice No. 2008-25 is an informational notice regarding Main Landing Gear (MLG) truck beams that have been improperly maintained and returned to service. It specifically affects Boeing 707, 747, 757, and 767 aircraft equipped with the identified MLG truck beams. The notice references the FAA Unapproved Parts Notification No. 2008-S20080110024, which details the investigation findings.

Safety Information Bulletin
  • Boeing 707
  • Boeing 747
  • Boeing 757
  • Boeing 767

EASA SIB 2008-26

Apr 1, 2008

WITHDRAWN - FAA UPN TRANSFERRED TO EASA SUP WEBPAGE

EASA Safety Information Notice No. 2008-26 is an informational notice regarding Nichols Airborne F7-51 series electronic controllers that have been improperly maintained and returned to service. The notice applies to these electronic controllers held as spares and those installed on any Hawker Beechcraft Super King Air series aircraft. It references the FAA Unapproved Parts Notification No. 2008-200700130 related to this issue.

Safety Information Bulletin
  • Hawker Beechcraft Super King Air

EASA SIB 2008-07R1

Mar 19, 2008

WITHDRAWN - TRANSPORT CANADA AD CF-2008-08R1 HAS BEEN ADOPTED BY EASA

The document titled WITHDRAWN - TRANSPORT CANADA AD CF-2008-08R1 HAS BEEN ADOPTED BY EASA is an EASA Safety Information Notice No. 2008-07 R1 issued on 2008-03-19. It addresses the identification and removal from service of low pressure (LP) compressor fan blades on Pratt & Whitney Canada PW305A and PW305B engines, which are installed on aircraft including the Hawker Beechcraft BAe125-1000A, BAe125-1000B, Hawker 1000, and Learjet 60. The notice informs stakeholders about the adoption of Transport Canada Airworthiness Directive CF-2008-08R1 by EASA and provides relevant safety information.

Safety Information Bulletin
  • Hawker Beechcraft BAe125-1000A
  • Hawker Beechcraft BAe125-1000B
  • Hawker 1000
  • Learjet 60

EASA SIB 2008-23

Mar 12, 2008

WITHDRAWN - FAA UPN TRANSFERRED TO EASA SUP WEBPAGE

EASA Safety Information Notice No. 2008-23 is an informational notice regarding cabin controllers and outflow valves that have been improperly maintained and returned to service. The notice references FAA Unapproved Parts Notification No. 2008-S200708310320 and applies to any aircraft equipped with the affected components. The FAA has not specified the aircraft types on which these parts are installed.

Safety Information Bulletin
All aircraft

EASA SIB 2008-22

Mar 12, 2008

WITHDRAWN - FAA UPN TRANSFERRED TO EASA SUP WEBPAGE

The document titled 'EASA Safety Information Notice No. 2008-22' is a safety information notice issued by EASA on 12 March 2008. It addresses the issue of wheel and brake assemblies and aircraft accessories that have been improperly maintained and returned to service, as identified in the FAA Unapproved Parts Notification No. 2007-00139. The notice applies to any aircraft with the affected accessories or wheel and brake assemblies installed, although specific aircraft types are not identified.

Safety Information Bulletin
All aircraft