EASA Regulations & Airworthiness Directives

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EASA AD G-2024-0001-E

May 2, 2024

Hot Air Balloons - Envelopes with Polyester Filled Aramid (Kevlar) Load Tapes — Removal from Service

The Civil Aviation Authority Emergency Airworthiness Directive G-2024-0001-E addresses safety concerns for all types and models of hot air balloon envelopes manufactured by Lindstrand Technologies Limited after March 2017 that are fitted with optional Polyester Filled Aramid (Kevlar) Load Tapes. This directive mandates inspections and potential removal from service due to significant degradation of the load tapes. It applies specifically to hot air balloons with these load tapes and aims to prevent unsafe conditions caused by ultraviolet damage to the Kevlar core.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Lindstrand Technologies Series 1
  • Lindstrand Technologies Series 2
  • Lindstrand Technologies Series R
  • Lindstrand Technologies Limited Hot Air Balloons

EASA AD CF-2023-68R1

May 2, 2024

Stabilizer — Horizontal Stabilizer — Jamming of the Horizontal Stabilizer Trim Actuator

Airworthiness Directive CF-2023-68R1 addresses the jamming issue of the Horizontal Stabilizer Trim Actuator (HSTA) on Airbus Canada Limited Partnership BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11 aircraft. The directive mandates lubrication and inspection procedures to prevent water intrusion and freezing in the HSTA ballscrew assembly, which can cause loss of pitch trim capability. This directive applies to specific serial numbers of the affected models and updates previous requirements.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus BD-500 (A220 Series)
  • Airbus Canada BD-500-1A10
  • Airbus Canada BD-500-1A11

EASA AD 2024-0095

Apr 30, 2024

Fuselage — Bulk Cargo Door Frames — Inspection / Repair

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0095 is issued for Airbus A330-202, A330-203, and A330-243 aircraft modified with specific EASA Supplemental Type Certificates related to MRTT and FSTA configurations. The directive addresses inspection and repair requirements for bulk cargo door frames, specifically focusing on potential fatigue cracks in door fitting attachment holes due to certain surface treatments. It mandates inspections and corrective actions to ensure continued airworthiness of affected aircraft.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A330

EASA AD CF-2024-13

Apr 30, 2024

Hydraulic Power — Improperly Torqued Rudder Power Control Unit Hydraulic Fittings

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2024-13 addresses hydraulic power issues related to improperly torqued rudder Power Control Unit (PCU) hydraulic fittings on Airbus Canada Limited Partnership BD-500-1A11 aircraft, specifically serial numbers 55170, 55172, and 55174 through 55183. The directive mandates corrective actions to prevent hydraulic fluid leakage that could lead to loss of hydraulic systems. It applies to these specific aircraft models and serial numbers.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus BD-500 (A220 Series)
  • Airbus Canada BD-500-1A11

EASA SIB SAIB-2024-03

Apr 29, 2024

Rudder Control System

The Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin SAIB: 2024-03 is an FAA informational document addressing a rudder control system concern for Air Tractor, Inc. Model AT-802 airplanes, serial numbers 802-0001 through 802-1099, equipped with a two-seat cockpit, spray valve control handle, and rear cockpit rudder pedals. It highlights a potential interference issue between the rear left rudder pedal and spray valve control pushrod that may affect control during landing. This bulletin does not mandate corrective action but provides safety recommendations.

Safety Information Bulletin
  • Air Tractor AT-600
  • Air Tractor AT-800

EASA AD 2024-0094

Apr 26, 2024

ULTRAMAGIC, S.A.: Restraint Systems / Occupant Restraint Harnesses — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0094 addresses inspection requirements for Ultramagic, S.A. occupant restraint harnesses, specifically part number CI-C-1302, commonly installed on Ultramagic hot air balloons. The directive mandates inspection and potential replacement of leg lanyard tapes with incorrectly positioned adjustment buckles that compromise safety. This AD applies to all hot air balloons equipped with these harnesses, regardless of installation method.

Airworthiness Directive
All aircraft

EASA AD 2024-0077

Apr 25, 2024

[Correction] Fuselage — Pressure Panel Longitudinal Beams — Inspection / Repair / Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0077 is a regulatory document addressing inspection, repair, and modification requirements for the pressure panel longitudinal beams on Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aircraft. It targets all manufacturer serial numbers except those with Airbus modification 151574 embodied in production. The directive aims to ensure structural integrity by mandating inspections and corrective actions related to fatigue cracks found around fasteners connecting the pressure panel to the flexible bracket at fuselage frame 36.

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

EASA AD 2023-0013R1

Apr 25, 2024

Flight Controls — Rudder Steering Bracket — Inspections / Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0013R1 is an updated regulatory requirement addressing inspection and modification of the rudder steering bracket on Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 42 series aeroplanes, including DA 42, DA 42 M, DA 42 NG, and DA 42 M-NG models. The directive mandates inspections and corrective actions related to the rudder T-yoke bolt to prevent potential loss of rudder control. It applies to all manufacturer serial numbers of these aircraft.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 42
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 42 MNG
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 42 NG

EASA AD US-2024-06-03

Apr 22, 2024

Electrical Power - P6 Panel / Standby Power Control Unit - Installation

Airworthiness Directive 2024-06-03 is a final rule issued by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) addressing certain Boeing 737-8 and 737-9 airplanes. It mandates the installation of two bonding jumpers from the P6 panel structure to the primary structure to prevent failure of the standby power control unit (SPCU). This directive aims to maintain critical flightcrew instrumentation and displays by ensuring redundant grounding paths.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Boeing 73789

EASA AD 2024-0093

Apr 22, 2024

Engine — Non-Synchronous Vibration During Engine Operation — Monitoring

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0093 addresses non-synchronous vibration (NSV) issues during operation of CFM International LEAP-1A engines installed on certain Airbus A319, A320, and A321 aircraft. The directive targets specific affected parts, notably bearing No. 3 spring finger housings with certain part numbers and serial numbers, to ensure ongoing engine safety and airworthiness. It mandates monitoring and corrective actions to prevent potential engine stalls and turbine failures.

Airworthiness Directive
  • CFM International LEAP-1A
  • CFM International LEAP-1C
  • Airbus A319
  • Airbus A320
  • Airbus A321

EASA SIB 2024-07

Apr 22, 2024

Front Electric Sustainer Wiring — Inspection / Modification

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2024-07 is an airworthiness bulletin addressing inspection and modification of the Front Electric Sustainer (FES) wiring on specific powered sailplanes. The affected aircraft include the Discus-2cFES, Ventus-2cFES, Ventus-2c modified with FES under EASA flight conditions 60037733, and Ventus-3F powered sailplanes. The bulletin highlights a potential issue with brass screws used in the FES wiring that may fail due to excessive tightening torque.

Safety Information Bulletin
  • Schempp Hirth Flugzeugbau Discus Powered Sailplanes
  • Schempp Hirth Flugzeugbau Ventus Powered Sailplanes

EASA AD 2023-0136R1

Apr 22, 2024

Pneumatic — Overheat Detection System Sensing Elements — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0136R1 is a regulatory document addressing the inspection of pneumatic overheat detection system sensing elements on Airbus A330 and A340 aeroplanes. It applies to specific models including A330-201 through A330-743L and A340-211 through A340-313, focusing on affected overheat detection system parts produced before 31 January 2021. The directive mandates inspections and potential replacements to ensure continued airworthiness and safety.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A330
  • Airbus A340

EASA AD 2024-0060R1

Apr 16, 2024

Nacelles / Pylons – Air Intake Cowl – Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0060R1 is an updated safety directive affecting Airbus A350-941 and A350-1041 aeroplanes. It mandates inspection of specific engine air inlet cowls with certain part numbers due to potential elongation of locating holes in the Nacelle Anti-Icing forward bulkheads. This condition could reduce anti-icing performance and risk loss of control of the aircraft.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Airbus A3509411041

EASA AD 2024-0089

Apr 15, 2024

Fuselage — Main Landing Gear Bay Rear Panel — Inspections

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0089 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A319, A320, and A321 aeroplanes. It mandates repetitive special detailed inspections of the main landing gear bay rear panel at specific stringer and frame locations to detect cracks. This directive applies to various models except those with certain Airbus modifications or service bulletins already embodied.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A319
  • Airbus A320
  • Airbus A321

EASA SIB 2024-06

Apr 15, 2024

Inspection / Replacement of Engine Oil and Fuel Hoses

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2024-06 provides guidance on the inspection and replacement of engine oil and fuel hoses for specific aircraft models including the Z 26 series, Z-37 series, Z 37 T series, Z 42 M, Z 42 MU, Z 142, Z 43, Z 50 M, L 200 aeroplanes, and L 13 Vivat powered sailplanes. The bulletin addresses the use of alternative hose assemblies with reusable fittings that do not conform to original type designs but have since been approved by Type Certificate Holders. It aims to inform operators and maintenance organizations about the proper installation and inspection of these hose assemblies to ensure continued airworthiness.

Safety Information BulletinSuperseded
  • Aircraft Industries L 200
  • Aircraft Industries Z-37 series
  • Evektor, Spol. S R.O. L 13 (Vivat)
  • Zlin Aircraft A.S. Z 26 series
  • Zlin Aircraft A.S. Z 37 T
  • Zlin Aircraft A.S. Z 42 series
  • Zlin Aircraft A.S. Z 43 series
  • Zlin Aircraft A.S. Z 50 Series

EASA AD 2022-0096R2

Apr 12, 2024

Auto Flight – New flight Guidance Standard – Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0096R2 is an amendment addressing flight guidance system issues on Airbus A319, A320, and A321 aeroplanes equipped with certain Flight Guidance (FG) 2G and 3G standards. It mandates modifications to the aircraft flight manual and installation of updated FG software to prevent pitch-up attitudes and autopilot disconnections during go-around maneuvers, particularly when operating with high aft center of gravity and specific thrust configurations.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Airbus A319
  • Airbus A320
  • Airbus A321

EASA AD US-2024-06-04

Apr 12, 2024

Engine - High Pressure Turbine (HPT) 1st and 2nd Stage Hubs, High Pressure Compressor (HPC) 8th Stage Disks - Inspection / HPC 7th Stage Rotors, HPC 8th Stage Disks, HPC Rear Hubs, HPT 1st and 2nd Stage Hubs, HPT 1st and 2nd Stage Air Seals, HPT 1st and 2nd Stage Blade Retaining Plates - Replacement

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2024-06-04 is a final rule addressing certain Pratt & Whitney turbofan engines including models PW1519G, PW1521G, PW1521GA, PW1521G-3, PW1524G, PW1524G-3, PW1525G, PW1525G-3, PW1919G, PW1921G, PW1922G, PW1923G, and PW1923G-A. This directive mandates inspections and accelerated replacement of specific high-pressure turbine and compressor components due to a risk of failure identified after an incident involving an International Aero Engines PW1127GA-JM engine. The AD aims to prevent engine shutdowns and aborted takeoffs caused by component failures.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Pratt & Whitney PW1500G
  • Pratt & Whitney PW1900G

EASA AD 2024-0085

Apr 12, 2024

Engine — High Pressure Turbine Rotor Shaft / Spring-Loaded Pin Assembly — Inspection

The document titled 'Engine — High Pressure Turbine Rotor Shaft / Spring-Loaded Pin Assembly — Inspection' is a regulatory directive concerning the inspection of the high pressure turbine rotor shaft and spring-loaded pin assembly on Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co KG Tay engines. It addresses specific maintenance requirements to ensure the continued airworthiness of engines equipped on aircraft using the Tay engine model.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg Tay