EASA Regulations & Airworthiness Directives

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EASA AD 2024-0243

Rotors Flight Control — Pilot Cyclic Stick Bonding Braid — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0243 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting all Airbus Helicopters EC 120 B helicopters. It mandates inspection and securing of the pilot cyclic stick bonding braid to prevent flight control restrictions. The directive addresses a safety issue related to the bonding braid position on the pilot cyclic stick socket.

Dec 13, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters EC 120 B

EASA AD US-2024-24-03

Engine Exhaust - Thrust Reverser - Inspections

The document titled 'Engine Exhaust - Thrust Reverser - Inspections' is a regulatory directive focused on inspection requirements for engine exhaust and thrust reverser components. It addresses maintenance and safety protocols for relevant aircraft engines and thrust reverser systems to ensure continued airworthiness. Specific affected aircraft types or engine models are not clearly identified in the provided text.

Dec 11, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing MD-11

EASA AD US-2024-24-05

Equipment / Furnishings - Cargo Compartment Insulation Blankets - Replacement

The document titled 'Equipment / Furnishings - Cargo Compartment Insulation Blankets - Replacement' is a regulatory communication concerning the replacement of insulation blankets in aircraft cargo compartments. It addresses requirements related to the maintenance and replacement of these specific furnishings to ensure safety and compliance. The document does not specify particular aircraft types or engine models affected.

Dec 11, 2024
OtherMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 767

EASA AD 2024-0240

Aeroplane Flight Manual — Section Normal Procedures / Flight Director Lateral Offset — Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0240 is an amendment concerning the Aeroplane Flight Manual Section Normal Procedures / Flight Director Lateral Offset for Pilatus PC-24 aeroplanes. It addresses an issue with inaccurate flight director calculations on approach caused by certain software versions. This directive applies to all PC-24 aircraft serial numbers and mandates updates to the flight manual procedures.

Dec 10, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveFlight OpsSafety MgmtPilatus Aircraft PC-24

EASA AD 2024-0236

Engine — Engine Coolant Contamination — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0236 is an airworthiness directive addressing engine coolant contamination in Continental Aerospace Technologies GmbH TAE 125-02-125 engines, commonly installed on Tecnam P2010 series aeroplanes. The directive mandates a one-time inspection of engine coolant to detect contamination that could cause cylinder head cracks and potential engine failure. It also regulates the installation of cylinder heads based on inspection results.

Dec 10, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtContinental Aerospace Technologies, Gmbh TAE125

EASA AD 2024-0239

Flight Controls — Rudder Pedals Torque Tube Hinges — Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0239 is a regulatory document addressing the rudder pedals torque tube hinges on Tecnam P2010 and P2010 TDI aeroplanes, specifically those with serial numbers up to 317 inclusive, except those already modified with Tecnam MOD2010/359. The directive mandates a modification to improve the safety of the rudder pedals assembly by installing larger diameter retainer washers. This AD applies to all affected aircraft to ensure continued airworthiness and safe operation.

Dec 10, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtTecnam P2010

EASA AD US-2024-24-01

Fuselage - Upper Frame at the Frame Splices between Stringers - Inspections

The document titled 'Fuselage - Upper Frame at the Frame Splices between Stringers - Inspections' is a regulatory directive focusing on inspection requirements for the upper fuselage frame splices located between stringers. It addresses structural integrity concerns relevant to aircraft fuselage maintenance. Specific aircraft types, engine models, or part numbers are not explicitly mentioned in the document.

Dec 10, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 757

EASA AD 2024-0238

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks — Airworthiness Limitations Section — Part 4 / System Equipment Maintenance Requirements — Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0238 is an amendment addressing the Airbus A300-600 and A300-600ST aeroplanes. It mandates compliance with updated system equipment maintenance requirements as specified in Airbus A300-600 Airworthiness Limitations Section Part 4, Revision 03 Variation 3.4. This directive applies to all manufacturer serial numbers of affected Airbus A300 models including B4-601, B4-603, B4-620, B4-622, B4-605R, B4-622R, C4-605R variant F, C4-620, F4-605R, F4-622R, and F4-608ST.

Dec 10, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A300-600Airbus A300-600ST (Beluga)

EASA AD US-2024-24-11

Engine Controls - Upper Power Lever - Inspections

The document titled 'Engine Controls - Upper Power Lever - Inspections' is a regulatory directive focusing on the inspection requirements for the upper power lever components in aircraft engine controls. It addresses maintenance and inspection protocols to ensure the reliability and safety of engine power lever operations. The document is intended for aviation maintenance professionals and operators responsible for engine control systems.

Dec 9, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtCirrus Design Corporation SR20Cirrus Design Corporation 22

EASA AD 2024-0237-E

Rotors Flight Control — Tail Rotor Actuator — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0237-E is an emergency directive addressing the tail rotor actuator on MBB-BK117 C-2 helicopters. It mandates inspections of the tail rotor actuator part number B673M40A1002 due to reported vibrations and a worn, broken bolt that could lead to loss of helicopter control. The directive applies to all serial numbers of this helicopter model and requires repetitive inspections and corrective actions as necessary.

Dec 9, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters MBB-BK 117

EASA AD 2024-0235

Doors — Rear Passenger Door Latching Mechanism — Inspection / Modification / Airplane Flight Manual — Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0235 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Diamond Aircraft Industries GmbH DA 42, DA 42 M, DA 42 NG, and DA 42 M-NG aeroplanes of all serial numbers. This directive addresses issues related to the rear passenger door latching mechanism and requires inspection, modification, and an amendment to the Airplane Flight Manual. It aims to enhance safety by preventing passenger door separation during flight.

Dec 6, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtDiamond Aircraft Industries DA 42

EASA SIB BEA-2024-08

Hydraulic Power - Inspection of Hydraulic Tube and Supports

The Special Airworthiness Bulletin BEA 2024-08 is an informative document addressing the inspection of hydraulic tubes and supports on EMBRAER S.A. ERJ 190-300 and ERJ 190-400 aircraft models. It alerts the civil aviation community to reported broken hydraulic line supports in the wing region, caused by incorrect torque application during production. The bulletin provides guidance but does not impose mandatory requirements or an Airworthiness Directive.

Dec 6, 2024
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtEmbraer ERJ 190

EASA AD 2024-0232

Doors — Door Star Support — Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0232 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting all Airbus Helicopters EC 130 B4 models. It addresses a safety issue related to the door star support mechanism on composite doors, including sliding and swing doors with specific part numbers. The directive mandates modifications to improve the door locking and unlocking mechanism to prevent evacuation delays in emergencies.

Dec 5, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters AS 350Airbus Helicopters EC 130

EASA AD 2024-0233

Equipment and Furnishings / Ice and Rain Protection / Fuselage — Dual Hoist Removable Parts or De-icing System — Removal

The document titled Equipment and Furnishings / Ice and Rain Protection / Fuselage — Dual Hoist Removable Parts or De-icing System — Removal applies to AIRBUS HELICOPTERS models SA 330, AS 332, and EC 225. It addresses procedures and requirements related to the removal of dual hoist removable parts or de-icing systems installed on the fuselage of these helicopter types. The directive provides guidance to ensure continued airworthiness and safety concerning ice and rain protection equipment.

Dec 5, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters SA 330Airbus Helicopters AS 332Airbus Helicopters EC 225

EASA AD US-2024-22-05

Landing Gear - Drag Brace Lower Lock Link Assemblies - Inspection

Landing Gear - Drag Brace Lower Lock Link Assemblies - Inspection is a regulatory document addressing the inspection requirements for the drag brace lower lock link assemblies in aircraft landing gear systems. The document aims to ensure the structural integrity and safe operation of these components, which are critical for landing gear deployment and retraction. Specific aircraft types or part numbers affected are not clearly identified in the provided content.

Dec 5, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 787

EASA SIB BEA-2024-06R1

New Software for Air Management System (AMS)

Special Airworthiness Bulletin BEA 2024-06R1 informs the civil aviation community about a new software update for the Air Management System (AMS) affecting EMBRAER ERJ 170-100, 170-200, 190-100, and 190-200 airplane models. The bulletin addresses a potential dual bleed failure scenario linked to previous AMS software versions prior to Black Label 17.0. It provides guidance to prevent this issue through software updates and monitoring procedures.

Dec 5, 2024
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtEmbraer ERJ 170Embraer ERJ 190

EASA AD US-2024-23-01

Main Rotor Drive / Rotors Flight Control - Clutch Actuator Brackets - Inspection

The document titled 'Main Rotor Drive / Rotors Flight Control - Clutch Actuator Brackets - Inspection' is a regulatory inspection directive focused on the clutch actuator brackets within the main rotor drive and rotors flight control systems. It addresses the need for inspection to ensure the integrity and safety of these critical components. The document does not specify particular aircraft or engine models affected.

Dec 4, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtRobinson R44 (Raven)

EASA AD CF-2024-40

Main Rotor — Pitch Link Assembly Clevis Fracture

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2024-40 addresses the risk of fracture in the main rotor pitch link assembly clevis on Bell Textron Canada Limited model 430 helicopters, serial numbers 49001 through 49129. This directive mandates inspections, life limit reductions, and replacement requirements for the main rotor pitch link clevis, universal bearings, and universal to pitch link bolts to prevent loss of control. It updates previous safety measures following fatal accidents linked to fatigue failures of these components.

Dec 4, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBell 430

EASA SIB 2023-09R1

NORTHROP GRUMMAN LITEF GmbH - Erroneous Computation of Flight Path Acceleration and Potential Vertical Speed

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2023-09R1 is an informational bulletin addressing erroneous computation of flight path acceleration and potential vertical speed in Northrop Grumman LITEF GmbH LCR-100, LCR-110, and LCR-350B Attitude and Heading Reference Units (AHRU) and Global Navigation Satellite System Aided Inertial Reference Units (GIRU). The affected units include specific part numbers such as LCR-100 AHRU P/Ns 145130-1000-XXX through 145130-3000-XXX, LCR-110 GIRU P/Ns 153120-1000 013 2315 and 153120-1001 013 2315, and LCR-350B AHRU P/N 154200-2000 001 1001. This bulletin informs aviation stakeholders about the anomaly without mandating corrective action.

Dec 4, 2024
Safety Information BulletinSafety Mgmt