EASA Regulations & Airworthiness Directives

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EASA AD 2024-0188

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2025-0093

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0188 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A350-941 and A350-1041 aeroplanes. It addresses potential mechanical noise and structural issues related to the nose landing gear shock absorber, specifically parts with Part Numbers 6406Axxxx and 4816Axxxx. The directive mandates repetitive functional steering checks to detect and correct increased friction and possible corrosion that could lead to nose landing gear failure.

Sep 27, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A350Airbus A350-941Airbus A350-1041

EASA AD US-2024-16-03

Wings - Fastener Collars inside the Fuel Tanks - Application of Cap Seals

The document titled 'Wings - Fastener Collars inside the Fuel Tanks - Application of Cap Seals' is a regulatory communication addressing the installation of cap seals on fastener collars located inside aircraft fuel tanks. It is intended for aviation maintenance and engineering professionals involved with aircraft fuel system integrity. The document does not specify particular aircraft models or engine types affected.

Sep 27, 2024
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 747

EASA AD 2023-0003R1

Navigation — EASy Avionics Architecture / Modification; Aircraft Flight Manual — Amendment; Master Minimum Equipment List — Implementation; Operational Suitability Manual — Flight Crew — Implementation

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0003R1 is an updated regulatory document addressing the Falcon 7X aeroplanes equipped with the EASy avionics architecture. It mandates modifications to the aircraft flight manual, implementation of the Master Minimum Equipment List, and updates to the Operational Suitability Manual for flight crews to enhance avionics reliability and safety. The directive applies to all Falcon 7X aircraft except those with certain later avionics modifications embodied in production.

Sep 26, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveFlight OpsMaintenanceSafety MgmtDassault Falcon 7X

EASA AD 2024-0187

Doors — Overwing Exit Door Latch Bracket Bushes — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0187 is an airworthiness directive addressing inspection requirements for the overwing exit door latch bracket bushes on Airbus A321-251NX, A321-252NX, A321-253NX, A321-271NX, and A321-272NX aeroplanes. The directive mandates repetitive detailed inspections and corrective modifications to prevent potential structural integrity issues caused by bush migration on the latch shaft of the emergency overwing exit door. It applies to specific bracket assembly latch and door assembly overwing part numbers identified by Airbus.

Sep 25, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A321Airbus A321-251NXAirbus A321-252NXAirbus A321-253NXAirbus A321-271NXAirbus A321-272NX

EASA AD 2024-0181R1

Flight Controls — Rudder Trim Tab Installation / Threaded Bolts — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0181R1 is an updated regulatory requirement addressing the installation and replacement of rudder trim tab threaded bolts on Pilatus PC-24 aeroplanes, specifically those with manufacturer serial numbers 101 and above. The directive mandates replacing affected short rudder-trim control rod assemblies with serviceable parts to prevent potential failure of titanium bolts. This directive applies to the rudder trim tab installation and threaded bolts identified by specific part numbers.

Sep 24, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtPilatus Aircraft PC-24Pilatus PC-24

EASA AD 2024-0186

Oxygen — Crew Oxygen Cylinder Assembly — Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0186 is an airworthiness directive addressing oxygen crew cylinder assemblies on Airbus A350-941 and A350-1041 aeroplanes. It mandates inspection and replacement of specific oxygen cylinder assemblies with part numbers 4441227-058-000 and 4441227-058-001 due to a design defect causing loss of retention of the regulator inlet filter retainer. The directive applies to all manufacturer serial numbers of these aircraft models.

Sep 24, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A350Airbus A350-941Airbus A350-1041

EASA AD 2024-0185

Engine — Intermediate Pressure Compressor Rotor Shaft — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0185 is issued for Rolls-Royce Deutschland RB211 Trent 970-84, Trent 972-84, and Trent 972E-84 engines, commonly installed on Airbus A380 aircraft. The directive mandates inspections of the intermediate pressure compressor (IPC) rotor shaft, specifically part number FW20677, to detect cracks that could lead to rotor shaft failure and potential engine damage. It includes on-wing and in-shop inspection requirements along with corrective actions if cracks are found.

Sep 23, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtRolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg RB211 TRENT 900Airbus A380

EASA AD 2024-0183

Aircraft Flight Manual — Section 3, Emergency Procedures — Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0183 is an amendment to the Aircraft Flight Manual Section 3, Emergency Procedures, applicable to Polskie Zakłady Lotnicze Sp.z.o.o. PZL M28 02-W and PZL M28 05 aeroplanes. This directive addresses corrections to the emergency procedures related to approach and landing with one engine inoperative (OEI) conditions. It ensures the flight manuals reflect accurate flap settings and airspeeds to enhance safety during simulated engine failure scenarios.

Sep 20, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveFlight OpsSafety MgmtPolskie Zaklady Lotnicze (Pzl) Mielec M28Polskie Zakłady Lotnicze PZL M28 02-WPolskie Zakłady Lotnicze PZL M28 05

EASA AD CF-2023-20R1

Electrical Power — Power Feeder Cables Fouling in Wing Trailing Edge

The Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2023-20R1 addresses electrical power feeder cables fouling in the wing trailing edge on Airbus Canada Limited Partnership (ACLP) Model BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11 aircraft. This directive mandates inspections and adjustments of wiring harnesses to prevent damage and potential electrical arcing that could lead to fire hazards. It applies to specific serial numbers of these aircraft models.

Sep 20, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus BD-500 (A220 Series)Airbus Canada Limited Partnership BD-500-1A10Airbus Canada Limited Partnership BD-500-1A11

EASA AD 2024-0184

Landing Gear — Nose Landing Gear A-Frame / Airframe Junctions — Inspection / Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0184 is an airworthiness directive affecting Airbus Helicopters EC 175 B models. It addresses inspection and modification requirements for the nose landing gear A-frame and airframe junctions, specifically targeting tab washers and trailing arm pins to prevent potential detachment of the nose landing gear A-frame. The directive mandates inspections and modifications to ensure continued airworthiness and safe landing capability.

Sep 20, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters EC175Airbus Helicopters EC 175 B

EASA AD CF-2024-33

Engine — First-Stage Power Turbine (PT1) Blade Failure

The Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2024-33 addresses a failure risk in the first-stage power turbine (PT1) blades of Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A series engines, including models PT6A-64 through PT6A-67T. This directive mandates inspection and replacement of suspect PT1 blades identified by specific part and heat codes to prevent potential engine power loss or in-flight shutdown. The directive applies to all serial numbers of the affected engines and aims to ensure continued airworthiness and flight safety.

Sep 19, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtPratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-67

EASA AD US-2024-16-07

Instruments / Navigation - Thrust Management / Displays and Crew Alerting Operational Program Software - Update

The document titled "Instruments / Navigation - Thrust Management / Displays and Crew Alerting Operational Program Software - Update" is a regulatory update concerning the software used in aircraft thrust management, navigation instruments, displays, and crew alerting systems. It addresses operational program software modifications that impact these avionics systems. The document does not specify particular aircraft types or engine models affected.

Sep 19, 2024
OtherMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 787

EASA SIB 2024-13

GARRECHT AVIONIK GMBH: Loss of Transponder Reply

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2024-13 addresses the loss of transponder reply issue affecting Garrecht Avionik GmbH Mode-S Secondary Surveillance Radar transponders with specific part numbers including VT-0102, VT-0104, and VT-0201 models. The bulletin highlights detection problems reported by radar manufacturers and air navigation service providers due to an erroneous FPGA microcode firmware implementation. This issue impacts aircraft equipped with these transponders by reducing radar detection reliability under certain interrogation patterns.

Sep 17, 2024
Safety Information BulletinSafety MgmtMaintenance

EASA AD 2024-0180

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks — Airworthiness Limitations Section Part 5 — Fuel Airworthiness Limitations — Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0180 is an amendment addressing the Airworthiness Limitations Section Part 5 related to fuel airworthiness limitations for Airbus A350-941 and A350-1041 aeroplanes. This directive mandates compliance with new and more restrictive maintenance tasks and life limits as specified in Airbus A350 ALS Part 5 Variation 7.1. It applies to all manufacturer serial numbers of the affected Airbus A350 models.

Sep 17, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A350Airbus A350-941Airbus A350-1041

EASA AD 2024-0101R1

Fuel — Engine Low Pressure Shut Off Valve Electrical Harness Routing — Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0101R1 is a regulatory update addressing the electrical harness routing of the engine low pressure shut off valve on Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes. It applies to aircraft not modified with Airbus modification 77076 and covers both Engine Alliance GP7200 and Rolls-Royce RB211 Trent 900 engines. The directive aims to ensure compliance with safety requirements related to engine fuel isolation in case of uncontrolled engine rotor failure.

Sep 13, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A380

EASA AD 2024-0179-E

Power Plant — Engine Mount Bolts — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0179-E is an emergency directive addressing the replacement of engine mount bolts on Elixir aeroplanes. It applies to all serial numbers of Elixir aircraft and targets specific engine mount bolts identified by part number PRD-00100696 marked "BUMAX". The directive mandates replacement of these bolts to ensure continued airworthiness and safety.

Sep 13, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtElixir Aircraft ElixirElixir

EASA AD 2024-0177

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2026-0039

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0177 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting all Airbus Helicopters EC 175 B models. It mandates compliance with the updated Airworthiness Limitations Section (ALS) Revision 024 to ensure continued airworthiness of these helicopters. The directive consolidates and supersedes previous ADs related to maintenance tasks and life limits for critical components.

Sep 13, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters EC175Airbus Helicopters EC 175 B

EASA AD US-2024-15-05

Electrical Power - Electrical Support Bracket - Installation / Wire Bundles - Re-installation

Electrical Power - Electrical Support Bracket - Installation / Wire Bundles - Re-installation is a regulatory document addressing the installation and re-installation procedures for electrical support brackets and wire bundles in aircraft electrical power systems. The document aims to ensure proper mounting and secure wiring to maintain electrical system integrity and safety. No specific aircraft types, engine models, or part numbers are mentioned in the document.

Sep 12, 2024
OtherMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 767

EASA AD CF-2024-32

Electrical System Installation — Frame (FR) 51 Bulkhead Connectors - Inadequate Electrical Bonding

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2024-32 addresses inadequate electrical bonding in the Frame (FR) 51 bulkhead connectors on Airbus Canada Limited Partnership (ACLP) aircraft models BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11 with specified serial numbers. The directive mandates electrical bonding tests and corrective actions to ensure compliance with design limits and protect against electromagnetic interference, high-intensity radiated fields, and lightning strikes. This AD applies specifically to certain BD-500 series aircraft manufactured by ACLP.

Sep 12, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus BD-500 (A220 Series)Airbus Canada Limited Partnership BD-500-1A10Airbus Canada Limited Partnership BD-500-1A11