EASA Regulations & Airworthiness Directives

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EASA AD 2024-0136

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

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0136 is an amendment concerning the Rolls-Royce Deutschland BR700-725A1-12 engines, commonly installed on Gulfstream G650 aircraft. This directive mandates compliance with the updated Time Limits Manual (TLM) Revision 27, which contains mandatory airworthiness limitations and maintenance tasks. The directive ensures continued airworthiness by enforcing updated maintenance schedules and life limits for engine components.

Jul 11, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtRolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg BR700-710Gulfstream G650

EASA AD 2024-0092R1

Doors — Main Deck Cargo Door Actuator Bearing Fittings — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0092R1 is an updated regulatory document addressing inspection requirements for the main deck cargo door actuator bearing fittings on Airbus A300, A300-600, and A310 freighter aircraft. The directive mandates inspections to detect cracks caused by fatigue in these actuator fittings to prevent potential unsafe conditions during cargo door operations. It applies to all affected aircraft serial numbers, including those modified by specific EASA Supplemental Type Certificates.

Jul 10, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A300Airbus A300-600Airbus A310

EASA AD US-2024-12-04

Engine - High-Pressure Turbine 2nd Stage Blade Assemblies - Inspections

The Federal Register document titled "Engine - High-Pressure Turbine 2nd Stage Blade Assemblies - Inspections" is a final rule airworthiness directive issued by the FAA affecting Pratt & Whitney Model PW2037, PW2037M, and PW2040 engines. It addresses an unsafe condition caused by fractures in the high-pressure turbine 2nd stage turbine hub assembly lugs that led to in-flight shutdowns and fires. The directive mandates inspections and potential replacement of affected turbine hub and blade assemblies.

Jul 10, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtPratt & Whitney PW2000

EASA AD US-2024-12-03

Engine - High-Pressure Turbine Stage 1 and Stage 2 Disks - Replacement

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2024-12-03 addresses certain CFE Company Model CFE738-1-1B engines. It mandates the replacement of high-pressure turbine (HPT) stage 1 and stage 2 disks suspected to contain iron inclusions due to manufacturing defects. This directive aims to prevent potential structural failures and uncontained engine debris release.

Jul 10, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtCfe Company CFE738

EASA AD 2024-0135

Fuselage — Centre Fuselage — Keel Beam Bottom Panel — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0135 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aeroplanes. It mandates inspections of the keel beam bottom panel in the centre fuselage due to detected cracks during fatigue testing. The directive applies to specific aircraft configurations and serial numbers, excluding those with certain Airbus modifications or service bulletins already embodied.

Jul 10, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A318Airbus A319Airbus A320Airbus A321

EASA AD 2022-0150R1

Tail Rotor — Blades — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0150R1 is a regulatory update addressing inspection requirements for tail rotor blades on Airbus Helicopters EC 130 B4 and EC 130 T2 models. It mandates repetitive dye penetrant inspections of specific tail rotor blade part numbers to detect fatigue cracks that could lead to blade failure and loss of helicopter control. The directive applies to all serial numbers of the affected helicopter models.

Jul 10, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters AS 350Airbus Helicopters EC 130Airbus Helicopters EC 130 B4Airbus Helicopters EC 130 T2

EASA AD 2024-0134

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks — Airworthiness Limitations Section — Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0134 is an amendment addressing time limits and maintenance checks in the Airworthiness Limitations Section for Airbus Helicopters AS 355 series, including models E, F, F1, F2, N, and NP. It mandates compliance with updated maintenance tasks and life limits as specified in the latest Airbus Helicopters AS 355 Aircraft Maintenance Manual Chapter 04 revisions. The directive ensures continued airworthiness by enforcing new and more restrictive maintenance requirements.

Jul 10, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters AS 355

EASA AD 2024-0132

Fire Protection — Lavatory Compartment Fire Extinguishers — Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0132 is an airworthiness directive addressing fire protection in lavatory compartments on ATR 42 and ATR 72 aeroplanes. It specifically targets lavatory fire extinguishers with part number BA24320L-1 and serial numbers between 70472 and 113558, requiring inspection and possible replacement to ensure safety. This directive applies to all manufacturer serial numbers of ATR 42-200 through ATR 42-500 and ATR 72-101 through ATR 72-212A models.

Jul 9, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtATR ATR42ATR ATR72ATR 42ATR 72

EASA AD 2024-0096R1

Flight Controls — Rudder Travel Limiting Unit — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0096R1 is an updated regulatory requirement addressing inspection and corrective actions for the rudder travel limiting unit (TLU) lever on ATR 42 and ATR 72 aeroplanes. It applies to specific TLU levers identified by part numbers and manufacturing batches that may suffer from corrosion due to improper heat treatment. The directive mandates repetitive inspections and conductivity tests to detect corrosion and prevent potential loss of rudder control.

Jul 9, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtATR ATR42ATR ATR72ATR 42ATR 72

EASA AD CF-2024-25

Flight Controls - Horizontal Stabilizer Trim Actuator (HSTA) - Rubber Bull Gear (RBG) Wheel Abnormal Wear

The Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2024-25 addresses abnormal wear of the Rubber Bull Gear (RBG) wheel in the Horizontal Stabilizer Trim Actuator (HSTA) on Mitsubishi Heavy Industries RJ Aviation ULC model CL-600 series aircraft, including CL-600-2C10, CL-600-2C11, CL-600-2D15, CL-600-2D24, and CL-600-2E25. This directive mandates inspection and replacement of affected RBG wheels to prevent failure of the horizontal stabilizer trim system. The AD applies to all serial numbers of the specified aircraft models.

Jul 8, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtMHI RJ Aviation CL-600 (Regional Jet)Mitsubishi Heavy Industries RJ Aviation ULC CL-600-2C10Mitsubishi Heavy Industries RJ Aviation ULC CL-600-2C11Mitsubishi Heavy Industries RJ Aviation ULC CL-600-2D15Mitsubishi Heavy Industries RJ Aviation ULC CL-600-2D24Mitsubishi Heavy Industries RJ Aviation ULC CL-600-2E25

EASA AD 2024-0131

Main Rotor — Control Rod Assembly / Pitch Link Assembly — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0131 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency concerning Airbus Helicopters Deutschland GmbH MBB-BK117 C-2 and D-2 helicopters. It mandates inspection of the main rotor control rod assembly and pitch link assembly, specifically parts with certain part numbers, to detect wear in spherical bearings that could affect rotor blade pitch and control.

Jul 8, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters MBB-BK 117Airbus Helicopters MBB-BK117 C-2Airbus Helicopters MBB-BK117 D-2

EASA AD 2024-0130

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2025-0288

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0130 is an airworthiness directive addressing 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 the removal from service of certain low pressure compressor blades identified as having non-conforming repairs that could lead to blade cracking and potential engine failure. It provides instructions for inspection, removal, and replacement of affected parts to maintain airworthiness.

Jul 8, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtRolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg RB211 TRENT 700Airbus A330

EASA SIB 2022-02R3

Global Navigation Satellite System Outage and Alterations Leading to Communication / Navigation / Surveillance Degradation

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2022-02R3 is a revised safety information bulletin addressing the increase in jamming and spoofing of Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS) affecting aviation operations. It highlights the impact on navigation, communication, and surveillance systems, particularly in regions near conflict zones and various European and surrounding areas. The bulletin applies to competent authorities, air traffic management providers, air operators, and manufacturers involved in ATM/ANS equipment.

Jul 5, 2024
Safety Information BulletinFlight OpsSafety Mgmt

EASA AD 2024-0129

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2025-0247

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0129 is issued for Airbus A350-941 and A350-1041 aeroplanes, addressing inspection requirements for the forward cargo door piano hinges 2 and 3. The directive applies to specific manufacturer serial numbers and aims to ensure continued airworthiness by detecting potential cracking and damage in these parts. This directive updates previous requirements to enhance safety related to the forward cargo door structure.

Jul 5, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A350Airbus A350-941Airbus A350-1041

EASA AD 2024-0127

Tail Rotor Drive — Tail Rotor Drive Fan Wheel and Second Stage Impeller — Inspection / Replacement / Re-identification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0127 is an airworthiness directive applicable to Airbus Helicopters AS 355 E, F, F1, F2, and N models. It addresses the inspection, replacement, and re-identification of tail rotor drive fan wheels and second stage impellers with specific part numbers due to incorrect identification during production. The directive aims to ensure continued airworthiness and prevent potential loss of helicopter control.

Jul 3, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters AS 355Airbus Helicopters AS 355 EAirbus Helicopters AS 355 FAirbus Helicopters AS 355 F1Airbus Helicopters AS 355 F2Airbus Helicopters AS 355 N

EASA AD 2024-0126

Flight Controls — Automatic Elevator Connection — Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0126 addresses the inspection and replacement of automatic elevator connection components on DG Aviation GmbH sailplanes and powered sailplanes, including models DG-100 through DG-1000 series. The directive targets elevator pushrod ends and rollers to prevent potential loss of pitch control due to fatigue failure. It applies to all serial numbers except those equipped with l’Hotellier connections.

Jul 2, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtDg Aviation Gmbh DG-100Dg Aviation Gmbh DG-1000Dg Aviation Gmbh DG-200Dg Aviation Gmbh DG-300Dg Aviation Gmbh DG-400Dg Aviation Gmbh DG-500Dg Aviation Gmbh DG-600Dg Aviation Gmbh DG-800

EASA AD 2020-0247-CN

CANCELLED: Landing Gear — Skid Tubes — Inspection / Rotorcraft Flight Manual — Section Limitations — Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive Cancellation Notice 2020-0247-CN cancels the previous EASA AD 2020-0247 which applied to Airbus Helicopters EC 120 B models. The original AD addressed inspection requirements and flight manual limitations related to cracks found in landing gear skid tubes after multiple autorotation landings. This cancellation reflects the introduction of improved skid designs that eliminate the unsafe condition.

Jul 1, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters EC 120 B

EASA AD 2024-0124

Landing Gear — Main Landing Gear Hinge Pins — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0124 is an airworthiness directive addressing the replacement of main landing gear hinge pins on ATR 72 series aeroplanes, including models ATR 72-101, -102, -201, -202, -211, -212, and -212A. The directive targets specific hinge pins with part number D61000 and certain serial numbers that have been identified as potentially defective due to thermal abuse during production. This directive mandates replacement to ensure continued airworthiness and safety.

Jul 1, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtATR ATR72ATR 72

EASA AD 2021-0171R1

Tail Rotor — Pitch Control Rod Bearing — Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0171R1 is an updated regulatory requirement addressing inspection and replacement of the tail rotor pitch control rod bearing on Airbus Helicopters SA 365, AS 365, and EC 155 models. This directive mandates inspections of the tail rotor gearbox oil level and magnetic plug, as well as replacement of affected double bearings with improved parts to ensure safe yaw control. It applies to all serial numbers of the specified helicopter models.

Jul 1, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters SAAirbus Helicopters AS 365Airbus Helicopters EC 155Airbus Helicopters SA 365