EASA Regulations & Airworthiness Directives

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EASA AD CF-2025-12

Mar 10, 2025

Engine Fuel and Control — Electronic Engine Control (EEC) Software — Deficiency to Detect and Protect against Large Engine Bleed Duct Leak

Airworthiness Directive CF-2025-12 is issued by Transport Canada and addresses a deficiency in the Electronic Engine Control (EEC) software for Pratt & Whitney PW1500G engines on Airbus Canada Limited Partnership BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11 aircraft. The directive mandates updates to the engine EEC software to improve detection and protection against large engine bleed duct leaks that could lead to dual engine failure. It applies to specific serial numbers of these aircraft models.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus BD-500 (A220 Series)

EASA AD CF-2025-11

Mar 10, 2025

Equipment / Furnishings — Overhead Stowage Compartment Tie — Improper Tie Rod Thread Engagement

The Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2025-11 addresses an issue with the overhead stowage compartment tie rods on Airbus Canada Limited Partnership aircraft models BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11. The directive mandates inspection and adjustment of the tie rods to ensure proper thread engagement and structural integrity. This applies to specific serial numbers of these aircraft models to prevent potential safety hazards in the passenger cabin.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus BD-500 (A220 Series)

EASA AD CF-2025-15

Mar 10, 2025

Navigation — Minimum Equipment List (MEL) Item Prohibitions when Operating in Canada due to 3.45 to 3.98 GHz frequency band (5G C-Band) Wireless Broadband Interference

The Airworthiness Directive CF-2025-15 titled 'Navigation — Minimum Equipment List (MEL) Item Prohibitions when Operating in Canada due to 3.45 to 3.98 GHz frequency band (5G C-Band) Wireless Broadband Interference' applies to Bombardier Inc. model BD-700-1A10 and BD-700-1A11 aeroplanes. It addresses the risks of interference from 5G C-Band wireless broadband operations on aircraft radio altimeters, which are critical for safe landing operations. This directive establishes operational prohibitions related to MEL items when flying in Canadian airspace to mitigate these interference risks.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Bombardier BD-700

EASA AD CF-2025-13

Mar 10, 2025

Navigation — Minimum Equipment List (MEL) Item Prohibitions when Operating in Canada due to 3.45 to 3.98 GHz frequency band (5G C-Band) Wireless Broadband Interference

The Navigation — Minimum Equipment List (MEL) Item Prohibitions when Operating in Canada due to 3.45 to 3.98 GHz frequency band (5G C-Band) Wireless Broadband Interference is a Canadian Airworthiness Directive (CN CF-2025-13) that applies specifically to Bombardier Inc. BD-700-2A12 aircraft. It addresses the risks of interference to aircraft radioaltimeters caused by 5G C-Band wireless broadband operations in the 3.45 to 3.98 GHz frequency range. The directive prohibits the use of certain MEL items during flights in Canadian airspace to mitigate safety risks associated with radioaltimeter signal disruption.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Bombardier BD-700

EASA AD 2025-0053

Mar 5, 2025

Doors — Forward Passenger/Crew Doors — Inspection

The document titled 'Doors — Forward Passenger/Crew Doors — Inspection' is an airworthiness directive applicable to AIRBUS S.A.S. A330 and A340 aircraft models. It addresses inspection requirements for the forward passenger and crew doors to ensure continued airworthiness and safety. The directive provides guidance on inspection procedures specific to these aircraft types.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A330
  • Airbus A340

EASA AD CF-2025-10

Feb 28, 2025

Cargo and Accessory Compartments — Environmental Control System (ECS) Ducts — Flammability Non-Compliance

Airworthiness Directive CF-2025-10 addresses flammability non-compliance of Environmental Control System (ECS) ducts installed in Airbus Canada Limited Partnership model BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11 aeroplanes. The directive focuses on ECS ducts with part numbers D761189-105, D761189-501, and D762232-509, which were manufactured using a material that failed flammability tests. This directive mandates inspections and retrofits to ensure fire protection compliance in cargo and accessory compartments.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus BD-500 (A220 Series)

EASA SIB CASA-2025-01

Feb 28, 2025

Cockpit Displays - Cooling Air Filter - Non-compliance to Flammability Requirements

Transport Canada Civil Aviation Safety Alert CASA 2025-01 addresses a non-compliance issue related to the flammability testing of the cockpit displays cooling air filter Part Number 601R96761-1 installed on MHI RJ Aviation (MHIRJ) CL-600 series aeroplanes. The affected aircraft models include CL-600-2B19, CL-600-2C10, CL-600-2C11, CL-600-2D15, CL-600-2D24, and CL-600-2E25. This alert informs operators and maintenance personnel about the issue and provides guidance on the correct replacement filters and maintenance procedures.

Safety Information Bulletin
  • MHI RJ Aviation CL-600 (Regional Jet)

EASA AD 2025-0052

Feb 28, 2025

Tail Rotor Drive — Fan Support Legs — Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2025-0052 is an airworthiness directive addressing Airbus Helicopters AS 355 series helicopters, specifically models E, F, F1, F2, and N. It mandates inspections and potential replacement of the left-hand and right-hand tail rotor transmission fan support legs, identified by part numbers 355A34104006 and 355A34104106. The directive aims to prevent failure of these support legs which could lead to loss of tail rotor drive and control of the helicopter.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus Helicopters AS 355

EASA AD 2023-0167R1

Feb 27, 2025

Landing Gear — Main Landing Gear Axles — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0167R1 is a regulatory document addressing inspection requirements for main landing gear axles with Part Number 55-2117042-00 installed on Airbus A330 and A340 aeroplanes. It applies to specific serial numbers of these axles that may have coating defects leading to corrosion and potential failure. The directive mandates repetitive inspections and corrective actions to ensure continued airworthiness of affected aircraft.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A330
  • Airbus A340

EASA SIB 2025-01

Feb 26, 2025

[Correction] Risks Related to Out of Specification Aviation Turbine Fuels

EASA Safety Information Bulletin No. 2025-01 titled 'Risks Related to Out of Specification Aviation Turbine Fuels' addresses the challenges and safety considerations associated with the increasing use of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) and Synthetic Aviation Turbine Fuel (SATF) in the European Union. It applies to aviation fuel suppliers, blending facilities, aerodrome operators, aircraft operators, and design approval holders. The bulletin highlights the regulatory framework for SAF blending requirements and the importance of fuel quality assurance to prevent operational risks.

Safety Information Bulletin

EASA AD 2025-0050

Feb 26, 2025

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks — Engine Time Limits Manual — Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2025-0050 is an amendment addressing time limits and maintenance checks for Rolls-Royce RB211 Trent 500 series engines installed on aircraft such as the Airbus A340-500 and A340-600. This directive mandates compliance with the latest Rolls-Royce RB211 Trent 500 engines Time Limits Manual Revision 52 dated 07 February 2025. It ensures continued airworthiness by enforcing updated life limits and maintenance tasks for critical engine parts.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg RB211 TRENT 500

EASA SIB 2019-07R1

Feb 25, 2025

Sailplane Rigging — Procedures, Inspections and Training

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2019-07R1 is a revised safety bulletin addressing sailplane rigging procedures, inspections, and training applicable to all sailplanes and powered sailplanes. It highlights safety concerns related to improper rigging that have caused multiple fatal accidents in Europe. The bulletin consolidates accident investigation findings and provides recommendations to improve rigging safety and inspection practices.

Safety Information Bulletin

EASA AD CF-2025-09

Feb 25, 2025

Wings — Discrepant Fasteners at Wing to Fuselage Joint

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2025-09 addresses discrepant fasteners at the wing to fuselage joint on Airbus Canada Limited Partnership (ACLP) aircraft models BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11. The directive identifies incorrect installation of titanium fasteners instead of the specified nickel alloy fasteners at the outer wing box lower skin to centre wing box interface. This AD mandates inspection and corrective actions to ensure structural integrity and safety.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus BD-500 (A220 Series)

EASA AD 2018-0291R1

Feb 24, 2025

Engine — High Pressure Turbine Blades — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0291R1 is a regulatory update addressing the replacement of high pressure turbine blades on Rolls-Royce Deutschland RB211 Trent 700 engines, commonly installed on Airbus A330 aircraft. The directive targets specific turbine blade part numbers subject to corrosion fatigue that could lead to blade failure and potential in-flight engine shutdown. It mandates removal and replacement of affected blades to ensure continued airworthiness and safety.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg RB211 TRENT 700

EASA AD 2021-0137R1

Feb 24, 2025

SAFRAN SEATS - Pilot and Co-pilot Seats / Longitudinal Locking System Pins — Measurement / Adjustment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0137R1 is an updated safety directive addressing the longitudinal locking system pins on SAFRAN SEATS 191 series pilot and co-pilot seats, specifically part numbers 19101-00-00 and 19102-00-00, commonly installed on COMAC ARJ21-700 aircraft. The directive mandates measurement and adjustment of the seat locking pins to prevent unintended seat displacement during critical flight phases. This AD ensures continued airworthiness by requiring compliance with SAFRAN Seats Service Bulletin 191-25-006.

Airworthiness Directive

EASA AD 2025-0049

Feb 24, 2025

Superseded by EASA AD 2026-0035

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2025-0049 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting all Airbus A330-743L aeroplanes. It mandates compliance with updated Safe Life Airworthiness Limitations Items as specified in the Airbus A330-700L Airworthiness Limitations Section Part 1 Variations 0.1, 0.2, and 0.3. The directive ensures continued airworthiness by enforcing replacement of life-limited parts and revision of the Aircraft Maintenance Programme.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Airbus A330

EASA AD 2025-0048-CN

Feb 21, 2025

CANCELLED: Engine — High Pressure Drum — Life Management

EASA Airworthiness Directive Cancellation Notice 2025-0048-CN cancels the previous CAA UK AD 003-12-2001 related to the life management of high-pressure compressor rotor shafts on Rolls-Royce RB211 Trent 768-60, 772-60, and 772B-60 engines, commonly installed on Airbus A330 aircraft. The cancellation reflects updated assessments that the affected parts are no longer subject to the unsafe condition addressed by the earlier directive.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg RB211 TRENT 700

EASA AD 2009-0069-CN

Feb 21, 2025

CANCELLED: Engine — Intermediate Pressure Turbine Bearing Oil Vent & Scavenge Tube — Inspection / Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive Cancellation Notice 2009-0069-CN is an official cancellation of the previous EASA AD 2009-0069 concerning Rolls-Royce Deutschland RB211 Trent 700 engines installed on Airbus A330 aircraft. This cancellation removes the requirement for inspection and modification of the intermediate pressure turbine bearing oil vent and scavenge tubes due to the resolution of the underlying unsafe condition.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg RB211 TRENT 700

EASA AD 2025-0047

Feb 20, 2025

Aeroplane Flight Manual — Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2025-0047 is an amendment addressing Airbus A330 models modified with the Elbe Flugzeugwerke GmbH Supplemental Type Certificate 10063798 for passenger to freighter conversion. This directive mandates updates to the Aeroplane Flight Manual Supplement and Flight Crew Operating Manual Supplement to ensure safe oxygen supply during ETOPS-180 operations. It applies specifically to Airbus A330-201, A330-202, A330-203, A330-223, A330-243, A330-301, A330-302, A330-303, A330-321, A330-322, A330-323, A330-341, A330-342, and A330-343 aircraft.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A330