EASA Regulations & Airworthiness Directives

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EASA AD US-2024-04-02

Tail Rotor - Tail Rotor Blade Tip Cap - Inspection

The Federal Aviation Administration Airworthiness Directive 2024-04-02 is a final rule addressing certain Robinson Helicopter Company Model R22, R22 Alpha, R22 Beta, R22 Mariner, R44, R44 II, and R66 helicopters. It focuses on inspecting tail rotor blade (TRB) tip caps with specific part and serial numbers for corrosion and requires removal of affected TRBs from service to prevent unsafe conditions.

Mar 14, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtRobinson R22Robinson R44 (Raven)Robinson R66Robinson R22 AlphaRobinson R22 BetaRobinson R22 MarinerRobinson R44Robinson R44 II

EASA SIB 2024-05

Incorrect Computation of the Hybrid Flight Path Angle by LCR-100 Attitude Heading Reference System

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2024-05 addresses an incorrect computation of the Hybrid Flight Path Angle by the Northrop Grumman LITEF GmbH LCR-100 Attitude Heading Reference System (AHRS) with specific software part numbers. The issue affects units with modification 28 and/or 29 when zero values are stored for Lever Arms to Centre of Gravity in the Installation Data Module. This bulletin informs type certificate and supplemental type certificate holders about the erroneous data output affecting ARINC Labels 263, 134, and 262.

Mar 13, 2024
Safety Information BulletinSafety MgmtMaintenance

EASA AD 2024-0069-E

Engine — High Pressure Compressor / Stage 1 and 2 Rotor Path Liners — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0069-E is an emergency directive addressing inspection requirements for the high pressure compressor stage 1 and 2 rotor path liners on Rolls-Royce Deutschland RB211-524H-36 and RB211-524H-T-36 engines, commonly installed on Boeing 767 aircraft. The directive mandates borescope inspections to detect potential damage that could lead to engine surges and dual engine shutdown. It applies to all manufacturer serial numbers of the affected engines.

Mar 12, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtRolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg RB211-524Boeing 767

EASA AD 2024-0068

Fuselage — Lateral Cockpit Window Frame Upper Stiffener — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0068 is an inspection directive affecting Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aeroplanes. It mandates special detailed inspections of the lateral cockpit window frame upper stiffener at fuselage frame 4 to detect cracks that could compromise structural integrity. The directive applies to specific aircraft configurations excluding those with certain Airbus modifications embodied in production or service.

Mar 11, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A318Airbus A319Airbus A320Airbus A321

EASA AD 2024-0067-E

Engine — Life Limited Parts — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0067-E is an emergency directive addressing life limited parts replacement for CFM International CFM56 series engines, including models CFM56-2, -3, -5, -5B, -5C, and -7B. These engines are commonly installed on Airbus A318, A319, A320, A321, A340, and Boeing 737 series aircraft from the 300 to 900ER variants. The directive targets specific compressor discharge pressure seals, high-pressure compressor stage 3 disks, and high-pressure turbine rear shafts identified as affected parts due to potential damage from improper maintenance.

Mar 9, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtCFM International CFM56-2CFM International CFM56-3CFM International CFM56-5CFM International CFM56-5BCFM International CFM56-5CCFM International CFM56-7BAirbus A318Airbus A319Airbus A320Airbus A321Airbus A340Boeing 737

EASA AD CF-2024-10

Flight Controls — Elevator Power Control Unit Bracket Cracks

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2024-10 addresses cracks found in the elevator power control unit (PCU) brackets and elevator front spar on De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited model DHC-8-401 and DHC-8-402 aeroplanes, serial numbers 4001 and 4003 through 4580. The directive mandates inspections and corrective actions to prevent potential elevator jamming and loss of pitch control. It applies to specific parts including the horizontal stabilizer rear spar assembly P/N 85517044 and elevator structure assembly P/N 85527021.

Mar 8, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtDe Havilland Canada DHC-8De Havilland Aircraft of Canada DHC-8-401De Havilland Aircraft of Canada DHC-8-402

EASA AD 2021-0217R1

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2024-0116

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0217R1 is an amendment concerning Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co KG Trent XWB-75, Trent XWB-79, Trent XWB-79B, and Trent XWB-84 engines, commonly installed on Airbus A350 aircraft. This directive mandates compliance with updated airworthiness limitations and maintenance instructions specified in the Rolls-Royce Trent XWB Time Limits Manual. It ensures continued airworthiness by enforcing mandatory inspections and life-limited part replacements.

Mar 8, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtRolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg TRENT XWBAirbus A350

EASA AD 2024-0065

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2025-0119

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0065 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co KG Trent XWB-97 engines, commonly installed on Airbus A350 aircraft. This directive mandates compliance with updated mandatory inspections and life limits as specified in the Rolls-Royce Trent XWB Time Limits Manual Revision 56. It ensures continued airworthiness by requiring operators to follow revised maintenance instructions for these engines.

Mar 8, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtRolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg TRENT XWBAirbus A350

EASA AD 2024-0066

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks — Safe Life Airworthiness Limitations Items — ALS Part 1 — Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0066 is an amendment concerning the Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aircraft models. It updates the Safe Life Airworthiness Limitations Items in the Airworthiness Limitations Section Part 1, Revision 09, to ensure continued airworthiness through mandatory maintenance tasks and life limits. This directive applies to all serial numbers of the specified Airbus A320 family aircraft.

Mar 8, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A318Airbus A319Airbus A320Airbus A321

EASA AD 2024-0063

Doors — Passenger Jettisonable Window Mechanism — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0063 is an airworthiness directive issued for Airbus Helicopters H160 B models concerning the replacement of passenger jettisonable window mechanisms. The directive addresses potential safety issues with certain passenger windows installed on these helicopters that may affect the window jettisoning system. It applies to all serial numbers of the H160 B helicopter.

Mar 7, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters H160Airbus Helicopters H160 B

EASA AD 2021-0157R3

Propellers — Propeller Shaft Power Gearbox Flange / Dowel Bolt Nuts — Inspection / Torque Check

The document titled 'Propellers — Propeller Shaft Power Gearbox Flange / Dowel Bolt Nuts — Inspection / Torque Check' is an informational Airworthiness Directive record related to the Airbus A400M aircraft. It clarifies that no civil Airbus A400M aircraft exist, so no public AD document is available. The document serves as a recommendation for military authorities to issue their own applicable ADs for this aircraft type.

Mar 7, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Military A400MAirbus A400M

EASA SIB 2024-04

Risks from using high power lights close to aircraft structures

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2024-04 is a safety information bulletin addressing the risks associated with using high power lights close to aircraft structures, specifically referencing damage to cabin windows on an Airbus A321 during a filming event. The bulletin raises awareness of potential damage caused by external heat sources such as high power lights, which can compromise aircraft structural integrity. It applies to aircraft owners, operators, and maintenance organisations.

Mar 6, 2024
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety Mgmt

EASA AD 2024-0062

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

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0062 is an amendment addressing Rolls-Royce Trent 1000 engine models Trent 1000-A, -AE, -C, -CE, -D, -E, -G, and -H. This directive updates the Time Limits Manual and Maintenance Programme requirements to ensure continued airworthiness of these engines. It mandates compliance with the latest maintenance tasks and life limits as specified in the revised Rolls-Royce Trent 1000 Time Limits Manual Revision 32.

Mar 6, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtRolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg TRENT 1000

EASA AD 2024-0061

Wings — Flaps — Flap Support Structure — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0061 is an airworthiness directive issued by EASA concerning Airbus A350-1041 aeroplanes with specific manufacturer serial numbers. It mandates inspections of the flap support structures to detect corrosion and surface protection deficiencies that could compromise structural integrity. This directive applies to left-hand and right-hand flap support structures 1 through 4 on affected aircraft.

Mar 6, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A350Airbus A350-1041

EASA AD 2024-0059

Doors — Canopy Locking Mechanism — Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0059 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Schempp-Hirth Duo Discus, Nimbus-4D, Nimbus-4DT, Nimbus-4DM, and DuoDiscus T sailplanes. The directive addresses a safety issue related to the canopy locking mechanism on these sailplanes. It mandates a modification to prevent the canopy from opening unexpectedly during flight.

Mar 5, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtSchempp Hirth Flugzeugbau Duo Discus SailplanesSchempp Hirth Flugzeugbau Duo Discus TSchempp Hirth Flugzeugbau Nimbus-4 Powered SailplanesSchempp Hirth Flugzeugbau Nimbus-4 SailplanesSchempp-Hirth Duo DiscusSchempp-Hirth Nimbus-4DSchempp-Hirth Nimbus-4DTSchempp-Hirth Nimbus-4DMSchempp-Hirth DuoDiscus T

EASA AD 2013-0038-CN

CANCELLED: Engine — Air Guide Tube / Phonic Ring — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2013-0038-CN is a cancellation notice for the previous AD 2013-0038 concerning the inspection of the air guide tube and phonic ring on Rolls-Royce RB211 Trent 700 engines, specifically models 768-60, 772-60, 772B-60, and 772C-60. These engines are commonly installed on Airbus A330 aircraft. The cancellation confirms that all affected engines have been inspected and corrected, and the unsafe condition no longer exists.

Mar 4, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtRolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg RB211 TRENT 700Airbus A330

EASA AD CF-2024-08

Doors — Overwing Emergency Exit Door (OWEED) Escape Slide Mechanism — Rigging Pin Left Installed

Airworthiness Directive CF-2024-08 is issued by Transport Canada concerning the Overwing Emergency Exit Door (OWEED) escape slide mechanism on Airbus Canada Limited Partnership (ACLP) Model BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11 aircraft. This directive addresses a safety issue involving rigging pins left installed in the escape slide mechanism that can prevent slide deployment. The directive applies to specific serial numbers of these aircraft models.

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

EASA AD CF-2024-09

Oxygen System — Insufficient Accessibility to the Portable Oxygen Bottle

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2024-09 addresses insufficient accessibility to portable oxygen bottles on Bombardier Inc. aeroplanes, specifically models CL-600-1A11, CL-600-2A12, and CL-600-2B16 equipped with Scott (Avox/Zodiac) 5500 or 5600 series 11 cubic foot portable oxygen bottles with certain upper bracket part numbers. The directive ensures that portable oxygen bottles can be easily removed in emergencies by flight attendants. It applies to specific serial numbers of these aircraft models.

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

EASA SIB 2024-01R1

WITHDRAWN — RECOMMENDATIONS NOT COMMENSURATE WITH SPECTRUM MANAGEMENT REGULATIONS

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2024-01R1 is a revised bulletin addressing the use of Mobile Communication on Aircraft (MCA) services, specifically focusing on the operation of 5G-capable Transmitting Portable Electronic Devices (T-PEDs) on aircraft operating in EU airspace. It applies to aircraft operators offering MCA services and updates recommendations to include non-commercial air operations with complex aeroplanes. The bulletin highlights frequency bands authorized for use and concerns about interference with aircraft radio altimeters.

Feb 29, 2024
Safety Information BulletinFlight OpsSafety Mgmt

EASA AD CF-2024-07

Hydraulic Power — Engine Driven Pump Hydraulic Hoses Fouling with Pylon

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2024-07 addresses hydraulic power issues related to engine driven pump hydraulic hoses fouling with the pylon on Bombardier Inc. model BD-700-1A10 and BD-700-1A11 aircraft, specifically serial numbers 60001 through 60076, 60083, 60087, and 60089. The directive mandates inspections and corrective actions to prevent hydraulic hose chafing that could lead to system leaks and failures. This AD aims to maintain the integrity of hydraulic systems No. 1 and No. 2 on these aircraft.

Feb 28, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBombardier BD-700Bombardier BD-700-1A10Bombardier BD-700-1A11