EASA Regulations &amp; Airworthiness Directives

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.

Boeing 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.

Boeing 74788F

EASA AD 2024-0046

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks – Airworthiness Limitations Section Part 4 – System Equipment Maintenance Requirements – Amendment

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.

Airbus A318
Airbus A319
Airbus A320
Airbus A321

EASA AD 2024-0047

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks – Airworthiness Limitations Section Part 5 – Fuel Airworthiness Limitations – Amendment

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.

Airbus A318
Airbus A319
Airbus A320
Airbus A321

EASA AD 2024-0048

Feb 16, 2024

Equipment/Furnishings – Escape Slide and Offwing Slide Inflation Reservoir Venting Holes – Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0048 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 a potential unsafe condition related to the escape slide and offwing slide inflation reservoir venting holes, specifically concerning certain orifice fittings installed on these reservoirs. The directive mandates inspection and possible replacement of affected parts to ensure continued airworthiness.

Airbus A321251NX252NX253NX271NX272NX

EASA AD 2024-0045

Feb 16, 2024

Fuel — Fuel Filter — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0045 is an airworthiness directive affecting Airbus Helicopters AS 332 C, C1, L, L1, L2 and EC 225 LP models delivered before 15 February 2024. It mandates inspection of fuel filters, specifically part number 4020P25-5, for cracks on both outer and inner surfaces to prevent potential dual engine shutdowns. The directive updates previous inspection requirements to enhance safety related to fuel filter bowl cracking.

Airbus Helicopters SA 330
Airbus Helicopters AS 332
Airbus Helicopters EC 225
Airbus Helicopters AS 332 C
Airbus Helicopters AS 332 C1
Airbus Helicopters AS 332 L
Airbus Helicopters AS 332 L1
Airbus Helicopters AS 332 L2
Airbus Helicopters EC 225 LP

EASA AD CF-2024-05

Feb 15, 2024

Engine — Second-Stage Power Turbine (PT2) Blade Failure

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2024-05 is an emergency directive addressing second-stage power turbine (PT2) blade failures in Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A and PT6E engine models. It applies to multiple PT6A-64 through PT6E-66XT variants equipped with suspect PT2 blades, part number 3056693-01. The directive mandates removal and replacement of affected blades to prevent potential engine power loss or in-flight shutdown.

Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-67
Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-68

EASA AD 2024-0044-E

Feb 15, 2024

Fire Protection — Engine Fire Extinguishing System — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0044-E is an emergency directive addressing the inspection of the engine fire extinguishing system on ATR 42 and ATR 72 aeroplanes. It specifically targets two-way valves with Part Number 446078 and certain serial numbers that may have incorrect marking and assembly. The directive mandates functional checks and corrective actions to ensure proper operation of the fire extinguishing system.

ATR ATR42
ATR ATR72
ATR 42
ATR 72

EASA AD 2024-0043

Feb 15, 2024

Wings — Outer Wing Stringers and Stringer Joint Pieces — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0043 is an airworthiness directive addressing inspection requirements for the outer wing stringers and stringer joint pieces on Fokker F28 Mark 0070 and Mark 0100 aeroplanes. It mandates a one-time special detailed inspection using high frequency eddy current techniques to detect cracks in specific wing areas. The directive applies to all serial numbers of these aircraft models with 34,000 or more flight cycles since entry into service.

Fokker F28
Fokker F28 Mark 0070
Fokker F28 Mark 0100

EASA AD 2018-0140R1

Feb 14, 2024

Equipment & Furnishings - Hoist - Removal; Cabin Sliding Plug Doors / Emergency Jettisoning System - Rotorcraft Flight Manual Amendment / Placard Installation

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0140R1 is an amendment addressing safety concerns on Airbus Helicopters AS 332 and EC 225 models. It focuses on the removal of the hoist arm and modifications related to the right-hand side lateral sliding plug door and its emergency jettisoning system. The directive applies to all serial numbers of the AS 332 C, C1, L, L1, L2, and EC 225 LP helicopters.

Airbus Helicopters SA 330
Airbus Helicopters AS 332
Airbus Helicopters EC 225

EASA AD US-2024-03-04

Feb 14, 2024

Flight Controls - Aft Rudder Quadrant - Inspection

Airworthiness Directive 2024-03-04 is a final rule issued by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) addressing certain Boeing 737-8, 737-8200, and 737-9 airplanes. It mandates a one-time inspection of the aft rudder quadrant due to a reported missing washer and nut and a migrated bolt, which could compromise rudder control. The directive aims to ensure continued safe flight by correcting this unsafe condition.

Boeing 737882009

EASA AD 2024-0042

Feb 13, 2024

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks – Airworthiness Limitations Section – Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0042 is issued for all SAAB SF340A and 340B aeroplanes. It mandates compliance with the updated Airworthiness Limitation Manual (ALM) Revision 2, which includes new and more restrictive maintenance tasks and life limits. This directive ensures continued airworthiness by updating maintenance requirements for these aircraft models.

Saab Ab 340
SAAB SF340A
SAAB SF340B

EASA AD 2024-0041

Feb 9, 2024

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

The document titled 'Time Limits / Maintenance Checks — Time Limits Manual / Maintenance Programme — Amendment' pertains to the Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co KG Trent 7000 engine. It provides updated guidance and requirements related to the maintenance time limits and checks for this specific engine model. The amendment aims to ensure continued airworthiness and reliability of the Trent 7000 engine through revised maintenance protocols.

AMC/GM

Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg TRENT 7000

EASA AD 2024-0040-E

Feb 8, 2024

Engine – Centrifugal Compressor Case – Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0040-E is an emergency directive addressing a potential unsafe condition in GE Aviation Czech M601 series engines installed on various aircraft including the LET L-410, Air Tractor AT series, Grumman G-164, and others. The directive mandates inspection of the centrifugal compressor case for cracks and restricts installation of affected parts. It applies to engines with specific part numbers M601-154.55 and M601-154.65 unless previously inspected and cleared.

Ge Aviation Czech M601
LET L-410
Air Tractor AT series
Grumman G-164

EASA AD US-2024-01-11

Feb 8, 2024

Superseded by FAA AD 2024-20-04

FAA Airworthiness Directive 2024-01-11 is a final rule addressing an unsafe condition in certain Pacific Scientific Company rotary buckle assemblies installed on various helicopters. The affected buckles, part numbers 1111475 (all dash numbers) and 1111548-01, were manufactured between January 2012 and September 2012 and contain screws susceptible to hydrogen embrittlement, risking buckle failure during occupant restraint. This directive applies specifically to helicopters and requires inspection and possible replacement of the buckles or screws to ensure safety.

EASA AD 2024-0039

Feb 8, 2024

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

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0039 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co KG RB211 Trent 900 and Trent 970 series engines, commonly installed on Airbus A380 aircraft. This directive mandates compliance with updated airworthiness limitations and maintenance tasks as specified in the Rolls-Royce Trent 900 Time Limits Manual Revision 65 dated 01 October 2023. It ensures continued airworthiness by enforcing life limits and mandatory inspections for critical engine components.

Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg RB211 TRENT 900
Airbus A380

EASA AD US-2024-01-04

Feb 7, 2024

Engine Exhaust - Inner Fixed Structure and Thrust Reverser - Inspection / Replacement

Airworthiness Directive 2024-01-04 is a final rule issued by the Federal Aviation Administration addressing Boeing 787-8, 787-9, and 787-10 airplanes powered by Rolls-Royce Trent 1000 engines. It focuses on inspections and replacement of the inner fixed structure forward upper fire seal and thermal insulation blankets in the thrust reverser area to prevent damage and potential fire hazards. This directive mandates inspection and replacement of specific upper splitter fairing assemblies to enhance engine fire safety.

Safety Information Bulletin

Boeing 7878910

EASA SIB 2024-03R1

Feb 7, 2024

Incorrect Processing of the Integrity Information Message by Collins Aerospace Satellite Based Augmentation Systems Receivers

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2024-03R1 addresses an issue with Collins Aerospace Satellite Based Augmentation Systems receivers models GPS-4000S, GLU-2100, GLUS-2100, and GLUS-2100A. The bulletin highlights incorrect processing of the integrity information message (Message Type 6) under certain conditions, potentially affecting the notification of compromised GNSS position integrity. This issue was exposed following an update to the EGNOS ground system in November 2023 and applies to specific hardware and software part numbers listed in the bulletin.

EASA AD 2024-0037R1

Feb 6, 2024

Engine — Main Bearing / Studs — Replacement

The document titled 'Engine — Main Bearing / Studs — Replacement' issued by AUSTRO ENGINE GMBH for the E4 engine model addresses the replacement requirements for main bearing studs. It provides guidance and regulatory instructions for maintaining engine integrity and safety. This document is relevant to operators and maintenance organizations working with the AUSTRO ENGINE GMBH E4 engine.

Other

Austro Engine Gmbh E4

EASA AD US-2024-01-01

Feb 6, 2024

Superseded by FAA AD 2026-02-10

FAA Airworthiness Directive 2024-01-01 is a final rule addressing certain Boeing Model 787-8, 787-9, and 787-10 airplanes. It mandates repetitive visual inspections under all lavatory washbasins to detect intermittent and active water leaks from the faucet control module (FCM), which could migrate below the passenger floor and into electronic equipment bays. The directive aims to prevent damage to flight-critical equipment caused by these leaks.