EASA Regulations & Airworthiness Directives

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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SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2025-0119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

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