EASA Regulations & Airworthiness Directives

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EASA AD BR-2024-04-02R1

Fuselage - Center I Longitudinal Skin Splices Frames 22 and 23 - Inspections

Brazilian Airworthiness Directive AD No. 2024-04-02R01 is issued by the Agência Nacional de Aviação Civil (ANAC) and applies to all Embraer S.A. EMB-120 series airplanes, including EMB-120, EMB120RT, EMB-120ER, EMB-120FC, and EMB-120QC models. The directive mandates inspections of the fuselage center I longitudinal skin splices and skin panels at frames 22 and 23 to detect potential structural cracks. These inspections use high-frequency eddy current methods as detailed in the EMB-120 Nondestructive Inspection Manual.

May 27, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtEmbraer EMB-120

EASA AD BR-2024-04-03R1

Fuselage - Upper Central Fuselage II, III, and IV Longitudinal Splices - Inspections

Brazilian Airworthiness Directive AD No. 2024-04-03R01 is issued by the Agência Nacional de Aviação Civil (ANAC) and applies to Embraer S.A. airplane models EMB-145 and EMB-135 series, covering all serial numbers. This directive mandates inspections of the upper central fuselage II, III, and IV longitudinal splices to detect and address fatigue damage caused by working fasteners that could compromise structural integrity.

May 27, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtEmbraer EMB-135Embraer EMB-145

EASA AD 2024-0104

Fuselage — Left Upper Cap Angle — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0104 is an airworthiness directive addressing the inspection of the left upper cap angle, part number 212-030-191-1, on Leonardo AB212, AB412, and AB412 EP helicopters. The directive mandates repetitive inspections to detect cracks that could compromise the structural integrity of these helicopters. It applies to all serial numbers of the affected helicopter models and references specific service bulletins for inspection procedures.

May 24, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtLeonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AB212Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AB412Leonardo AB212Leonardo AB412Leonardo AB412 EP

EASA AD CF-2024-16

Time Limits/Maintenance Checks — Airworthiness Limitations

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2024-16 addresses time limits and maintenance checks related to airworthiness limitations for Bombardier Inc. model CL-600-1A11, CL-600-2A12, and CL-600-2B16 aeroplanes, including Challenger 600, 601, 604, 605, and 650 series. This directive mandates compliance with updated or more restrictive maintenance tasks as defined in the Bombardier Time Limits/Maintenance Checks (TLMC) publications approved by Transport Canada Civil Aviation. It ensures continued airworthiness by enforcing mandatory maintenance actions and inspections.

May 24, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBombardier CL-600 (Challenger)Bombardier CL-600-1A11Bombardier CL-600-2A12Bombardier CL-600-2B16

EASA AD CF-2024-17

Time Limits/Maintenance Checks — Airworthiness Limitations

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2024-17 is issued for Bombardier Inc. model BD-100-1A10 aeroplanes, including Challenger 300 and Challenger 350 variants. It mandates compliance with updated Time Limits/Maintenance Checks (TLMC) and Airworthiness Limitations (AWL) as specified in the latest Bombardier TLMC publications. This directive ensures continued airworthiness by enforcing new or more restrictive maintenance tasks and intervals.

May 24, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBombardier BD-100Bombardier BD-100-1A10

EASA AD CF-2023-37R1

Standard Practices / Structures — Verification of Aircraft Repairs and Damage Assessments

Airworthiness Directive CF-2023-37R1 is a Canadian regulatory update addressing Airbus Canada Limited Partnership (ACLP) model BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11 aircraft. It focuses on verifying aircraft repairs and damage assessments in light of revised structural stress data and operational loads for the A220 aircraft. The directive ensures compliance with updated repair manuals and engineering orders to maintain structural integrity.

May 23, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus BD-500 (A220 Series)Airbus Canada BD-500-1A10Airbus Canada BD-500-1A11

EASA AD US-2024-10-04

Wings - Rear Wing Spar Attachment Fitting - Inspection

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2024-10-04 addresses certain Piper Aircraft, Inc. models PA-28-181, PA-28R-201, PA-34-220T, and PA-44-180 airplanes. This directive mandates inspection of the rear wing spar attachment fitting due to a manufacturing defect involving a double-drilled bolt hole, which compromises structural integrity. The AD aims to prevent potential wing separation and loss of control by requiring inspections and corrective actions as necessary.

May 23, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtPiper Aircraft PA-28 (Archer)Piper Aircraft PA-28R (Arrow)Piper Aircraft PA-34 (Seneca)Piper Aircraft PA-44 (Seminole)Piper PA-28-181Piper PA-28R-201Piper PA-34-220TPiper PA-44-180

EASA AD 2024-0103-CN

CANCELLED: Wings — Flaps Beams No 2 — Inspections

EASA Airworthiness Directive Cancellation Notice 2024-0103-CN cancels the previous DGAC France AD 2000-040-034(B) R1, which required inspections of flap beam No 2 on Airbus A300-600ST aeroplanes. The cancellation applies to all A300F4-608ST aircraft except those modified in production with Airbus mods 11133 or 19050. The original inspections addressed potential cracks in flap beam No 2 that could compromise structural integrity.

May 22, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A300-600ST (Beluga)Airbus A300-600ST

EASA AD BR-2023-05-03R2

Equipment / Furnishings - Monuments Structural Reinforcements / Replacement of Fasteners

Brazilian Airworthiness Directive AD No. 2023-05-03R02 is issued by the Agência Nacional de Aviação Civil (ANAC) and applies to Embraer S.A. EMB-505 aircraft as specified in Embraer Service Bulletin SB505-25-0046, revision 03. This directive mandates structural reinforcement installation on monuments and replacement of floor support fasteners to address safety concerns. The AD ensures compliance with Brazilian aviation regulations for all aircraft registered in Brazil.

May 17, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtEmbraer EMB-505 (Phenom 300)Embraer EMB-505

EASA AD 2024-0102

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2025-0144

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0102 is issued for Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co KG RB211 Trent 700 engines, specifically models RB211 Trent 768-60, 772-60, 772B-60, and 772C-60, commonly installed on Airbus A330 aircraft. The directive mandates ultrasonic inspections and potential replacement of low pressure compressor blades with specific part numbers to address risks of partial blade release. This AD ensures continued airworthiness by requiring repetitive inspections and corrective actions to prevent engine damage and safety hazards.

May 17, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtRolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg RB211 TRENT 700Airbus A330

EASA AD 2020-0195R1

Engine — Low Pressure Turbine Discs — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0195R1 is an updated regulatory requirement addressing inspection and repair of low pressure turbine discs in Rolls-Royce Trent 1000 engines installed on Boeing 787 aircraft. The directive mandates repetitive inspections of specific turbine disc parts for cracks and introduces approved repair instructions as an alternative to part replacement. This directive ensures continued airworthiness and safety of affected engines by preventing potential turbine disc failures.

May 15, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtRolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg TRENT 1000Boeing 787

EASA SIB CASA-2024-04

Loose Bolts and Missing Sealant at the Fuel Boost Pump Canister to Wing Rib 6 Interface

Transport Canada Civil Aviation Safety Alert CASA 2024-04 is a safety alert addressing the discovery of loose bolts and missing sealant at the Fuel Boost Pump Canister to Wing Rib 6 interface on Airbus Canada Limited Partnership aeroplanes models BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11. The alert highlights potential risks related to fuel leaks and corrosion due to these issues. It applies to all serial numbers of the affected aircraft models.

May 15, 2024
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus BD-500 (A220 Series)

EASA AD US-2024-06-15

[Correction] Engine - Interstage High-Pressure Turbine Rotor Seal - Inspections

Correction to Airworthiness Directive 2024-06-15 issued by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) concerning General Electric Company Model GE90-110B1 and GE90-115B engines. The correction addresses typographical errors in the references to service information related to inspections of the interstage high-pressure turbine (HPT) rotor seal. The directive mandates ultrasonic inspections and eventual replacement of the affected rotor seals to prevent engine failure.

May 14, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtGeneral Electric GE90

EASA AD 2024-0088

[Correction] Placards and Markings — Rear Facing Seat(s) — Placard Installation

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0088 is a safety directive addressing placard installation for rear facing seats on Leonardo AB139 and AW139 helicopters modified under EASA Supplemental Type Certificates 10030095 and 10017198. The directive mandates new placards instructing occupants to lock the seat headrest in the highest position during take-off and landing. This applies specifically to certain serial-numbered helicopters modified by Mecaer Aviation Group VIP Interiors.

May 14, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtLeonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AB139Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AW139Leonardo AB139Leonardo AW139

EASA AD GA8-3-Amdt4

Forward Cargo Door Slide - Inspection

The Commonwealth of Australia Civil Aviation Safety Authority Airworthiness Directive AD/GA8/3 Amdt 4 addresses the forward cargo door slide on Gippsland Aeronautics GA8 Series Aeroplanes. It mandates compliance with the manufacturer's mandatory service bulletin SB-GA8-2005-23 Issue 8 dated 11 October 2023 to ensure the safety and integrity of the cargo door mechanism. This directive aims to prevent potential in-flight door detachment caused by excessive wear.

May 14, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtGa8 Airvan Pty Ltd (Gippsaero) GA8Gippsland Aeronautics GA8

EASA SIB CASA-2024-03

Inboard Flap Spigot Tube and Mid and Outboard Flap Corrosion

Transport Canada Civil Aviation Safety Alert CASA 2024-03 addresses corrosion issues affecting the inboard flap spigot tubes and the internal structure of the mid and outboard flaps on Bombardier Inc. aeroplanes models BD-700-1A10 and BD-700-1A11. The alert highlights the need for inspections and corrective actions to mitigate corrosion risks in these specific aircraft components. It recommends incorporating related Maintenance Review Board Report and Aircraft Maintenance Manual tasks into the approved maintenance schedule.

May 13, 2024
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtBombardier BD-700

EASA SIB SAIB-2024-02

Wing Spar - Inspection

Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin SAIB: 2024-02 is an FAA informational bulletin addressing potential cracks and hole-quality issues in the wing rear attach beam assembly of Revo Incorporated Model Colonial C-1, Colonial C-2, Lake LA-4 series, Lake Model 250, and Lake 270 Turbo Renegade aircraft. The bulletin highlights inspection areas and provides guidance to owners, operators, and maintenance personnel to identify and address these concerns. This bulletin is not a mandatory directive but serves as a safety alert.

May 13, 2024
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtRevo, C-1Revo, C-2

EASA AD 2024-0100

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2024-0233

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0100 is issued for Airbus Helicopters AS 332 C, C1, L, and L1 models equipped with dual hoist installation and de-icing systems. It addresses a vibration issue around 12 Hz frequency observed after retrofit of the de-icing system, which could lead to structural failure or loss of control. The directive mandates removal or operational limitations related to the dual hoist and de-icing systems to mitigate this unsafe condition.

May 10, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters SA 330Airbus Helicopters AS 332Airbus Helicopters EC 225Airbus Helicopters AS 332 CAirbus Helicopters AS 332 C1Airbus Helicopters AS 332 LAirbus Helicopters AS 332 L1