EASA Regulations & Airworthiness Directives

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EASA AD US-2024-05-51

Mar 18, 2024

Superseded by FAA AD US-2024-06-51

FAA Airworthiness Directive 2024-05-51 is a final rule addressing certain General Electric Company Model CT7 and T700 series engines installed on various restricted category helicopters. This directive mandates inspections of the torque reference tube magnetic insert braze joint on the power turbine drive shaft assembly due to reported failures. The directive aims to ensure continued airworthiness and safety of affected aircraft by preventing potential loss of control.

Airworthiness Directive
  • General Electric CT7-2
  • General Electric CT7-8
  • General Electric Company Model CT7
  • General Electric Company Model T700

EASA AD 2024-0072

Mar 15, 2024

Information Systems — Electronic Display Unit — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0072 is an airworthiness directive addressing the replacement of electronic display units (EDU) on Dassault Aviation Falcon 900EX, Falcon 2000EX, and Falcon 7X aircraft. The directive targets CMA-1310 EDUs with specific part numbers and modification statuses that have been found to have lithium-polymer battery swelling issues. It mandates replacement with modified units to ensure continued safe operation.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Dassault Falcon 2000
  • Dassault Falcon 7X
  • Dassault Falcon 900EX
  • Dassault Falcon 2000EX

EASA AD 2024-0071

Mar 14, 2024

Main Rotor — Swashplate— Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0071 is an airworthiness directive addressing the inspection of the main rotor swashplate on Hélicoptères Guimbal Cabri G2 helicopters. It applies to all serial numbers of the Cabri G2 and focuses on inspecting swashplates with Part Number G41-00-000 for cracks. The directive mandates regular inspections to ensure continued airworthiness and prevent potential failure of the swashplate.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Guimbal, Helicopteres CABRI
  • Hélicoptères Guimbal Cabri G2

EASA AD 2024-0070

Mar 14, 2024

Oil — Front Bearing Housing Oil Feed Tube Assembly — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0070 is an airworthiness directive addressing Rolls-Royce Trent XWB-75, Trent XWB-79, Trent XWB-79B, and Trent XWB-84 engines installed on Airbus A350 aircraft. The directive mandates the replacement of front bearing housing oil feed tube assemblies with a specific serviceable part to ensure safe engine operation. It applies to all serial numbers of these engine models.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg TRENT XWB
  • Airbus A350

EASA AD US-2024-04-02

Mar 14, 2024

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.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Robinson R22
  • Robinson R44 (Raven)
  • Robinson R66
  • Robinson R22 Alpha
  • Robinson R22 Beta
  • Robinson R22 Mariner
  • Robinson R44
  • Robinson R44 II

EASA SIB 2024-05

Mar 13, 2024

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.

Safety Information Bulletin

EASA AD 2024-0069-E

Mar 12, 2024

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.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg RB211-524
  • Boeing 767

EASA AD 2024-0068

Mar 11, 2024

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.

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

EASA AD 2024-0067-E

Mar 9, 2024

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.

Airworthiness Directive
  • CFM International CFM56-2
  • CFM International CFM56-3
  • CFM International CFM56-5
  • CFM International CFM56-5B
  • CFM International CFM56-5C
  • CFM International CFM56-7B
  • Airbus A318
  • Airbus A319
  • Airbus A320
  • Airbus A321
  • Airbus A340
  • Boeing 737

EASA AD CF-2024-10

Mar 8, 2024

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.

Airworthiness Directive
  • De Havilland Canada DHC-8
  • De Havilland Aircraft of Canada DHC-8-401
  • De Havilland Aircraft of Canada DHC-8-402

EASA AD 2024-0066

Mar 8, 2024

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.

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

EASA AD 2024-0065

Mar 8, 2024

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

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.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg TRENT XWB
  • Airbus A350

EASA AD 2021-0217R1

Mar 8, 2024

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

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.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg TRENT XWB
  • Airbus A350

EASA AD 2024-0063

Mar 7, 2024

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.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus Helicopters H160
  • Airbus Helicopters H160 B

EASA AD 2021-0157R3

Mar 7, 2024

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.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus Military A400M
  • Airbus A400M

EASA SIB 2024-04

Mar 6, 2024

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.

Safety Information Bulletin

EASA AD 2024-0062

Mar 6, 2024

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.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg TRENT 1000

EASA AD 2024-0061

Mar 6, 2024

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.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A3501041

EASA AD 2024-0059

Mar 5, 2024

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.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Schempp Hirth Flugzeugbau Duo Discus Sailplanes
  • Schempp Hirth Flugzeugbau Duo Discus T
  • Schempp Hirth Flugzeugbau Nimbus-4 Powered Sailplanes
  • Schempp Hirth Flugzeugbau Nimbus-4 Sailplanes
  • Schempp-Hirth Duo Discus
  • Schempp-Hirth Nimbus-4D
  • Schempp-Hirth Nimbus-4DT
  • Schempp-Hirth Nimbus-4DM
  • Schempp-Hirth DuoDiscus T

EASA AD 2013-0038-CN

Mar 4, 2024

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.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg RB211 TRENT 700
  • Airbus A330