EASA Regulations & Airworthiness Directives

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EASA AD 2024-0165

Aug 21, 2024

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

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0165 is an amendment addressing the Time Limits and Maintenance Checks in the Airworthiness Limitations Section Part 1 for Airbus A310 aeroplanes, including models A310-203, A310-204, A310-221, A310-222, A310-203C, A310-304, A310-308, A310-322, A310-324, and A310-325. This directive updates the safe life airworthiness limitation items to ensure continued airworthiness compliance. It applies to all manufacturer serial numbers of the affected Airbus A310 models.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A310

EASA AD 2024-0164

Aug 21, 2024

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

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0164 is an amendment addressing the Airbus A300-600 and A300-600ST aeroplanes. It updates the Safe Life Airworthiness Limitation Items in the Airbus A300-600 Airworthiness Limitations Section Part 1, Revision 03. This directive mandates compliance with new and more restrictive maintenance limitations to ensure continued airworthiness.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A300-600
  • Airbus A300-600ST (Beluga)
  • Airbus A300-600ST

EASA AD 2017-0204R1

Aug 21, 2024

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

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2017-0204R1 is an amendment concerning Airbus A300 aeroplanes, all certified models and serial numbers. It addresses time limits and maintenance checks related to Safe Life Airworthiness Limitation Items as specified in the Airbus A300 Airworthiness Limitations Section Part 1 Revision 02. The directive ensures mandatory compliance with updated airworthiness limitations to maintain continued airworthiness and safety of the affected aircraft.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A300

EASA AD BR-2024-08-01

Aug 20, 2024

Superseded by ANAC BRAZIL AD 2025-04-02

Brazilian Airworthiness Directive 2024-08-01 is issued by the Agência Nacional de Aviação Civil (ANAC) and applies to all Embraer S.A. ERJ 190-300 and ERJ 190-400 aircraft, regardless of serial number. The directive addresses a critical failure in the MAU 3B and MAU 1A avionics units that can lead to loss of normal braking during landing, posing a safety risk. It mandates revisions to the Aircraft Flight Manual (AFM) procedures to mitigate this risk.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Embraer ERJ 190300400

EASA AD 2024-0163

Aug 20, 2024

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks – Airworthiness Limitations Section Part 1, Safe Life Airworthiness Limitations Items – Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0163 is an airworthiness directive issued by EASA affecting all Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes. It mandates compliance with updated safe life airworthiness limitations as specified in Airbus A380 Airworthiness Limitations Section Part 1, Safe Life Airworthiness Limitations Items, Variation 12.1. This directive ensures the continued airworthiness of these aircraft by enforcing new and more restrictive maintenance limitations.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Airbus A380841842861

EASA AD 2024-0162

Aug 20, 2024

Wings — Main Landing Gear Support Rib 5 — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0162 is an airworthiness directive addressing inspection requirements for the main landing gear support Rib 5 on Airbus A300 series aeroplanes, including models A300B4-203, A300B4-2C, A300C4-203, A300F4-203, A300B4-603, A300B4-605R, A300B4-622, A300B4-622R, A300C4-620, A300F4-605R, and A300F4-608ST. The directive mandates a one-time special detailed inspection of critical spotfaces on the main landing gear support Rib 5 lower flange to detect potential cracking issues. This AD applies to aircraft with specific modifications embodied in service or production and excludes certain part numbers and post-modification configurations.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A300600600ST (Beluga)
  • Airbus A300B4-203
  • Airbus A300B4-2C
  • Airbus A300C4-203
  • Airbus A300F4-203
  • Airbus A300B4-603
  • Airbus A300B4-605R
  • Airbus A300B4-622
  • Airbus A300B4-622R
  • Airbus A300C4-620
  • Airbus A300F4-605R
  • Airbus A300F4-608ST

EASA AD 2024-0161

Aug 19, 2024

Wings — Centre Wing Box Fasteners — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0161 is issued for Airbus A350-941 and A350-1041 aeroplanes with specific manufacturer serial numbers. It mandates the replacement of centre wing box fasteners and the application of additional head nut cap protection at the front and rear spar areas. This directive ensures continued airworthiness by addressing a potential unsafe condition related to fastener rotation and clamping loss.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A3509411041

EASA AD 2024-0160

Aug 16, 2024

Main Rotor — Mast — Inspection

The document titled 'Main Rotor — Mast — Inspection' is a regulatory directive concerning the inspection of the main rotor mast on AIRBUS HELICOPTERS models SA 330, AS 332, and EC 225. It provides specific instructions for inspecting this critical component to ensure continued airworthiness and safety. The directive targets operators and maintenance organizations responsible for these helicopter types.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus Helicopters SA 330
  • Airbus Helicopters AS 332
  • Airbus Helicopters EC 225

EASA AD 2024-0159

Aug 16, 2024

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

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0159 is an amendment addressing time limits and maintenance checks for ATR 72 aeroplanes, specifically models ATR 72-101, 72-102, 72-201, 72-202, 72-211, 72-212, and 72-212A in post-MOD 2510 configuration. This directive updates the Certification Maintenance Requirements and Airworthiness Limitations by incorporating new and more restrictive tasks from the ATR 72 Time Limits Document Temporary Revision 22.3. It applies to all serial numbers covered under EASA Type Certificate Data Sheet EASA.A.084.

Airworthiness Directive
  • ATR ATR72
  • ATR 72-101
  • ATR 72-102
  • ATR 72-201
  • ATR 72-202
  • ATR 72-211
  • ATR 72-212
  • ATR 72-212A

EASA SIB 2024-09

Aug 15, 2024

Adherence to Operational Limitations for Non-Aerobatic General Aviation Aircraft

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2024-09 is an airworthiness bulletin addressing the adherence to operational limitations for all types of non-aerobatic General Aviation (GA) aircraft. It highlights concerns about some non-aerobatic GA aeroplanes being operated beyond their certified flight envelopes and warns against performing aerobatic maneuvers on aircraft not certified for such operations. The bulletin also notes the presence of misleading public information regarding the aerobatic capabilities of certain ultralight or similarly styled aircraft.

Safety Information Bulletin

EASA AD 2024-0158

Aug 15, 2024

Lights — Emergency Power Supply Unit Battery Pack — Life Limit Implementation / Functional Check

The document titled 'Lights — Emergency Power Supply Unit Battery Pack — Life Limit Implementation / Functional Check' is an explanatory statement regarding the absence of an Airworthiness Directive (AD) for the Airbus A400M aircraft in civil service. It clarifies that no publicly available AD exists because the Airbus A400M is not operated in civil aviation, and the content is provided by EASA solely for information to military authorities and design approval holders. The document serves as a recommendation for military authorities to issue their own ADs applicable to their registered aircraft.

Other
  • Airbus Military A400M
  • Airbus A400M

EASA AD US-2024-14-04

Aug 15, 2024

Turbine Engine Compressor Section - Low-Pressure Compressor 1st-Stage Integrally Bladed Rotor - Replacement

The Turbine Engine Compressor Section - Low-Pressure Compressor 1st-Stage Integrally Bladed Rotor - Replacement is a final rule airworthiness directive issued by the FAA affecting all International Aero Engines, LLC Model PW1122G-JM, PW1124G1-JM, PW1124G-JM, PW1127G1-JM, PW1127G1A-JM, PW1127G1B-JM, PW1127G-JM, PW1127GA-JM, PW1129G-JM, PW1130G-JM, PW1133G-JM, and PW1133GA-JM engines. It addresses an unsafe condition caused by fractures in the low-pressure compressor 1st-stage integrally bladed rotor (IBR-1) that led to an in-flight shutdown on an Airbus A320neo powered by these engines. The directive mandates removal and replacement of affected LPC key washers and IBR-1 parts and installation of inlet guide vane spacers to prevent recurrence.

Airworthiness Directive
  • International Aero Engines PW1100
  • International Aero Engines PW1400
  • Airbus A320neo

EASA AD G-2024-0003

Aug 14, 2024

[Correction] Time Limits / Maintenance Checks — Airworthiness Limitations — Amendment / Implementation

Correction Time Limits / Maintenance Checks — Airworthiness Limitations — Amendment / Implementation is a UK Civil Aviation Authority Airworthiness Directive G-2024-0003 addressing the Jetstream 4100 series aeroplanes. It mandates compliance with updated Airworthiness Limitations and maintenance tasks as specified in BAE Systems (Operations) Ltd Jetstream 41 Aircraft Maintenance Manual Revisions 45 and 46. The directive ensures continued airworthiness by updating inspection requirements and life limits for critical components.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Bae Systems (Operations) Jetstream 4100
  • BAE Systems Jetstream 4100

EASA AD 2024-0157

Aug 14, 2024

Flight Controls — Outer Aileron — Master Minimum Equipment List Restriction / Landing Gear — Remote Brake Control Unit / Main Wheel Tie Bolt / Steering Control — Master Minimum Equipment List Restriction

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0157 is issued for Airbus A350-941 and A350-1041 aeroplanes, addressing updates to the Master Minimum Equipment List (MMEL) related to flight controls, landing gear, and steering control systems. This directive mandates revisions to specific MMEL items to ensure compliance with certification requirements and maintain airworthiness. The affected components include the outer aileron actuators and pressure sensors, remote brake control unit, main wheel tie bolt, and steering control.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A350

EASA AD 2024-0156

Aug 13, 2024

Landing Gear — Main Landing Gear Bogie Beam Axle — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0156 is an airworthiness directive addressing the replacement of the main landing gear bogie beam axle on Airbus A350-941 aeroplanes. It specifically targets affected parts with Part Number 55-3575047-00 and certain serial numbers due to identified anodic burns that reduce fatigue life. The directive mandates replacement of these parts to prevent potential structural failure of the main landing gear.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A350941

EASA AD 2024-0155

Aug 13, 2024

Wings — RIB 1 corner fitting and Upper / Lower Wing Skin Cover Edge Glow Sealant — Inspection / Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0155 is an airworthiness directive issued for Airbus A350-941 and A350-1041 aeroplanes. It addresses inspection and modification requirements related to the RIB 1 corner fitting and upper/lower wing skin cover edge glow sealant to ensure proper lightning strike protection on the wing tanks. This directive applies to specific manufacturer serial numbers as defined by Airbus service bulletins.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A3509411041

EASA AD US-2024-12-09

Aug 8, 2024

[Correction] Wings - Wing Skin / Shim - Inspection

The Correction to Airworthiness Directive 2024-12-09 issued by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) addresses all Boeing Company Model 757 airplanes. This correction fixes an incorrect AD number referenced in the original final rule related to inspections of the wing upper skin and drag fittings to detect cracks, loose fasteners, and shim migration. The directive ensures continued airworthiness by mandating inspections and on-condition repairs to maintain structural integrity of the engine strut attachment.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Boeing 757

EASA AD 2024-0147R1

Aug 7, 2024

Fuselage — Centre Fuselage Forward Pressure Bulkhead — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0147R1 is an updated regulatory requirement addressing inspection and reinforcement of the centre fuselage forward pressure bulkhead on Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aircraft. It mandates repetitive inspections for fatigue damage at frame 35 (or 35.8 for A321) and requires modification to reinforce the bulkhead to ensure structural integrity. This directive applies to all serial numbers except those with specific Airbus modifications embodied in production or service.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A318
  • Airbus A319
  • Airbus A320
  • Airbus A321

EASA AD ISR-I-34-2024-07-1

Aug 6, 2024

Pitot-Static tubing improper rerouting after aircraft conversion from PAX to Freighter

Airworthiness Directive ISR I-34-2024-07-1 issued by the Civil Aviation Authority of Israel addresses improper rerouting of pitot-static tubing after conversion of Boeing 767-300 aircraft from passenger to freighter configuration. This directive applies to aircraft with the CAAI STC SA-218 modification installed, affecting the pitot and static system tubing connected to the first officer's Air Data Computer. The issue involves potential water traps in specific flexible hoses and rigid tubes that may impair system functionality.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Boeing 767300
  • Israel Aerospace Industries CAA Israel STC SA218

EASA AD 2019-0069R2

Aug 5, 2024

[Correction] Equipment / Furnishings — Overhead Stowage Compartments — Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0069R2 is a regulatory document addressing the modification of overhead stowage compartments (OHSC) and pivoting OHSC (POHSC) on Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aircraft. The directive mandates modifications to improve the robustness of these compartments to prevent detachment caused by loose or missing screws. This AD applies specifically to various Airbus A320 family models as listed in the applicable service bulletins.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A318
  • Airbus A319
  • Airbus A320
  • Airbus A321