EASA Regulations & Airworthiness Directives

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EASA AD CF-2020-51R2

Nacelles/Pylons — Attachment Pin Corrosion

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2020-51R2 addresses corrosion issues in the attachment pins of nacelles and pylons on De Havilland DHC-8-401 and DHC-8-402 aircraft, specifically serial numbers 4001, 4003 through 4550, and 4583 through 4590. The directive mandates inspections and corrective actions to prevent premature corrosion and potential failure of nacelle to landing gear and wing rear spar attachment pins. This directive updates previous versions to clarify applicability and maintain required protective treatments.

Feb 28, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtDe Havilland Canada DHC-8De Havilland DHC-8-401De Havilland DHC-8-402

EASA AD 2024-0057

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2025-0151

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0057 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A321-251NX, A321-252NX, A321-253NX, A321-271NX, and A321-272NX aeroplanes. It addresses inspection and replacement requirements for escape slide and offwing slide inflation reservoir venting holes orifice fittings with specific part numbers. The directive ensures continued airworthiness by mandating inspections and corrective actions for affected parts to prevent potential in-flight deployment failures.

Feb 28, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A321Airbus A321-251NXAirbus A321-252NXAirbus A321-253NXAirbus A321-271NXAirbus A321-272NX

EASA AD 2024-0056

SUPERSEDED BY EASA ADR 2024-0153

EASA Airworthiness Directive Record SUPERSEDED BY EASA ADR 2024-0153 is an informational document regarding the absence of an Airworthiness Directive (AD) for Europrop International GmbH TP400-D6 engines. Since there are currently no TP400-D6 engines in civil service, no public AD exists. This record serves to inform design approval holders and military airworthiness authorities about the recommended actions for affected military aircraft equipped with these engines.

Feb 28, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtEpi Europrop International Gmbh TP400-D6

EASA AD 2024-0055-CN

CANCELLED: Engine Fuel and Control — Fuel Manifold to Burner Fuel Tube Assembly — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive Cancellation Notice 2024-0055-CN is an official cancellation of the UK CAA AD 001-10-95 concerning Rolls-Royce Deutschland RB211 Trent 700 series engines, specifically the RB211 Trent 768-60, Trent 772-60, Trent 772B-60, and Trent 772C-60 models. The original directive addressed replacement of the fuel manifold to burner fuel tube assembly due to reported failures. This cancellation confirms that all affected engines have been modified and are no longer subject to the unsafe condition.

Feb 27, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtRolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg RB211 TRENT 700

EASA AD 2024-0054

Landing Gear — Landing Gear Unlock Emergency Cable Assembly Seals and Retainer Rings — Inspection / Replacement

The document titled 'Landing Gear — Landing Gear Unlock Emergency Cable Assembly Seals and Retainer Rings — Inspection / Replacement' applies to the AIRBUS DEFENCE & SPACE S.A. CN-235 aircraft. It addresses the inspection and replacement requirements for seals and retainer rings in the landing gear unlock emergency cable assembly to ensure proper functionality and safety.

Feb 26, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Defence & Space CN-235

EASA AD 2020-0249R1-CN

CANCELLED: Instruments — Angle of Attack Probe and Multi-Function Computers Electrical Routing — Operational Test / Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive Cancellation Notice 2020-0249R1-CN is a cancellation notice issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency for ATR 42 and ATR 72 aeroplanes. This notice cancels the previous AD 2020-0249R1, which addressed operational testing and inspection of electrical wiring between Angle of Attack probes and Multi-Function Computers. The cancellation reflects that the required actions have been incorporated into the ATR 42 and ATR 72 Time Limits Documents and new ADs have been issued to cover those requirements.

Feb 23, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtATR ATR42ATR ATR72ATR 42ATR 72

EASA AD 2024-0051

Equipment / Furnishings — Passenger Seat Attachment Eyebolt — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0051 is an airworthiness directive addressing the inspection of passenger seat attachment eyebolts on Dornier 328-100 and Dornier 328-300 aeroplanes. It specifically targets Collins Aerospace JB6 Commuter Class passenger seats with certain part numbers for the attachment eyebolt and spreader. The directive mandates inspection to detect potential damage that could affect seat belt operation.

Feb 23, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtDeutsche Aircraft Gmbh Dornier 328Dornier 328-100Dornier 328-300

EASA SIB CASA-2024-01

Incorrectly Installed Outflow Valve Coupling

Transport Canada Civil Aviation Safety Alert CASA 2024-01 is a safety alert addressing the incorrect installation of the outflow valve (OFV) coupling on Airbus Canada Limited Partnership aeroplanes models BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11. The alert highlights that improper installation can damage the OFV coupling attachment points and potentially cause rapid cabin decompression. It provides guidance to owners, operators, and maintainers of these aircraft models to inspect and correct the installation as per Airbus service instructions.

Feb 23, 2024
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus BD-500 (A220 Series)

EASA AD 2024-0053

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks — Certification Maintenance Requirements and Airworthiness Limitations — Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0053 is an amendment addressing time limits and maintenance checks for ATR 72 aeroplanes, including models ATR 72-101 through ATR 72-212A. It updates the Certification Maintenance Requirements and Airworthiness Limitations by incorporating ATR 72 Time Limits Document Revision 22. This directive ensures continued airworthiness by mandating compliance with updated maintenance tasks and life limits.

Feb 23, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtATR ATR72ATR 72

EASA AD 2024-0052

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks — Certification Maintenance Requirements and Airworthiness Limitations — Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0052 is an amendment addressing the time limits and maintenance checks for ATR 42-400 and ATR 42-500 aeroplanes. It updates the Certification Maintenance Requirements and Airworthiness Limitations by incorporating the ATR 42-400/-500 Time Limits Document Revision 18. This directive applies to all manufacturer serial numbers of these aircraft models.

Feb 23, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtATR ATR42ATR 42-400ATR 42-500

EASA AD 2024-0050

Doors — Cargo Doors Closing Mechanism — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0050 is an airworthiness directive addressing the inspection of cargo doors closing mechanisms on Airbus Helicopters EC 175 B models. It focuses on specific left-hand and right-hand cargo doors with certain part numbers related to the closing mechanism attachment. The directive mandates repetitive inspections to detect corrosion and fatigue in the door closing springs to prevent potential in-flight door opening.

Feb 22, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters EC175Airbus Helicopters EC 175 B

EASA AD US-2023-26-07

Engine - High-Pressure Turbine Stage 1 and 2 Disks, Forward Rotor and Interstage Seals and Stages 7—9 Compressor Rotor Spools - Replacement

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2023-26-07 mandates replacement of certain high-pressure turbine stage 1 and 2 disks, forward rotor seals, interstage seals, and stages 7-9 compressor rotor spools on General Electric Company GE90-90B, GE90-94B, GE90-110B1, and GE90-115B engines. This directive addresses parts manufactured with powder metal material suspected to contain iron inclusions that could lead to premature failure. The directive aims to ensure continued airworthiness and safety of affected engines.

Feb 22, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtGeneral Electric GE90

EASA AD CF-2024-04

Turboprop Engine — Overspeed Governor Hydraulic Pump — Malfunction of Pressure Relief Valve

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2024-04 addresses a malfunction in the overspeed governor hydraulic pump pressure relief valve on Pratt & Whitney Canada PW100 series turboprop engines, including models PW118 through PW124B. The directive mandates removal of affected pressure relief valves to prevent propeller pitch-lock conditions that can cause propeller overspeed and potential control difficulties. This AD applies to specific serial numbers of the pressure relief valves identified in the directive.

Feb 22, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtPratt & Whitney Canada PW100

EASA AD 2013-0104R3

Flight Controls — Flap Actuator — Inspection / Replacement / Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2013-0104R3 is an update addressing the inspection, replacement, and modification of flap actuators on DAHER AEROSPACE TBM 700 aeroplanes. It applies to all TBM 700 aircraft except those with the MOD 70-0777-27 modification incorporated during production. The directive focuses on preventing loss of flap control due to wear and grease contamination in flap actuator drive nuts.

Feb 20, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtDaher Aerospace TBM 700

EASA AD 2024-0049

Horizontal Stabilizer — Rear Attachment Fittings — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0049 is an airworthiness directive addressing inspection requirements for the rear attachment fittings of the horizontal stabilizer on Airbus Defence and Space CN-235 and C-295 aeroplanes. It mandates repetitive high frequency eddy current (HFEC) inspections to detect cracks that could compromise structural integrity and control of the aircraft. This directive applies to all manufacturer serial numbers of the affected models.

Feb 20, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Defence & Space C-295Airbus Defence & Space CN-235Airbus Defence and Space CN-235Airbus Defence and Space C-295

EASA AD 2023-0190R1

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2024-0144

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0190R1 is an updated safety directive addressing Airbus Helicopters EC 130 T2 models equipped with specific tail rotor drive shafts (P/N 350A34-5010-00 or 3S50A34-5020-00). It mandates repetitive vibration level measurements of the tail rotor drive shaft to detect potential cracks or failures that could lead to loss of yaw control. The directive includes detailed inspection procedures and corrective actions to maintain airworthiness.

Feb 20, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters AS 350Airbus Helicopters EC 130Airbus Helicopters EC 130 T2

EASA AD US-2024-01-07

Flight Controls - Force Limiter Assemblies - Replacement

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2024-01-07 is a final rule addressing all Boeing Company Model 777 airplanes. It mandates the replacement of certain force limiter assemblies for the lateral control mechanism that do not meet maximum design force requirements, and prohibits installation of affected parts. This directive aims to correct an unsafe condition that could lead to loss of lateral control and affect safe flight and landing.

Feb 19, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 777

EASA AD US-2024-02-03

Instruments - Electronic Flight Instrumentation System / Engine Indicating and Crew Alerting System Interface Units - Modification

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2024-02-03 addresses certain Boeing 747-8 and 747-8F series airplanes. This final rule mandates updated software installation for the Electronic Flight Instrumentation System and Engine Indicating and Crew Alerting System Interface Units to prevent display failures and improve airspeed alerting during landing.

Feb 19, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 747Boeing 747-8Boeing 747-8F

EASA AD 2024-0046

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2025-0032

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0046 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aeroplanes. It mandates compliance with the Airbus A318/A319/A320/A321 Airworthiness Limitations Section Part 4 Revision 09, which includes system equipment maintenance requirements and life limits for components. This directive ensures continued airworthiness by requiring operators to follow updated maintenance tasks and replacement schedules.

Feb 19, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A318Airbus A319Airbus A320Airbus A321

EASA AD 2024-0047

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2025-0033

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0047 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aeroplanes. It mandates compliance with updated fuel airworthiness limitations specified in Airbus Airworthiness Limitations Section Part 5 Revision 08. The directive ensures continued airworthiness by requiring maintenance tasks and life limit replacements as per the latest approved maintenance program.

Feb 19, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A318Airbus A319Airbus A320Airbus A321