EASA Regulations & Airworthiness Directives

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EASA AD 2023-0126

Electrical Power — Equipment Power Distribution / Main Power Supply Wiring — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0126 is an official regulatory document addressing the inspection of electrical power distribution and main power supply wiring on Sonaca S200 and S201 aeroplanes. It mandates inspections behind the instrument and circuit board panels in the cockpit to detect wiring damage or chafing that could lead to electrical failures or fire. This directive applies to all serial numbers of the affected aircraft models.

Jun 23, 2023
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtSonaca Aircraft S2Sonaca S200Sonaca S201

EASA SIB 2023-07

Main Cargo Door Opening in Flight

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2023-07 is an airworthiness bulletin addressing the risk of the main cargo door opening in flight on Boeing 757-200 aircraft converted from passenger to freighter configuration under EASA Supplemental Type Certificate 10015539. The bulletin highlights incidents involving sudden in-flight opening of the main cargo door on Boeing 757-236 PCF aircraft modified with this STC. It provides information on the door's locking and monitoring systems and references ongoing investigations into potential causes.

Jun 23, 2023
Safety Information BulletinSafety MgmtMaintenanceBoeing 757

EASA AD US-2023-11-07

NOT ELIGIBLE FOR ADOPTION - EASA POSITION ATTACHED

The document titled NOT ELIGIBLE FOR ADOPTION - EASA POSITION ATTACHED is an official position from EASA regarding FAA Airworthiness Directive 2023-11-07. This FAA AD applies to all helicopters equipped with a radio (radar) altimeter and requires certain operational limitations in U.S. airspace. EASA has determined that FAA AD 2023-11-07 is not eligible for adoption under EASA regulations, as it affects helicopter types beyond FAA's State of Design responsibility and no unsafe condition has been confirmed by EASA.

Jun 23, 2023
OpinionSafety Mgmt

EASA AD 2023-0125

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2025-0110

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0125 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting ATR 42-500 and ATR 72-212A aeroplanes. It mandates a one-time detailed inspection of the horizontal stabilizer front and centre box areas to detect loose fasteners and cracks that could compromise structural integrity. The directive applies to specific manufacturer serial numbers as listed in the applicable service bulletins.

Jun 22, 2023
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtATR ATR42ATR ATR72ATR 42-500ATR 72-212A

EASA AD CF-2023-43

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks — Airworthiness Limitations — Task Revisions

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2023-43 is issued for MHI RJ Aviation ULC model CL-600-2E25 aircraft. It mandates revisions to the Maintenance Requirements Manual Part 2, specifically updating Airworthiness Limitation Items related to structural inspections and safe life components. These changes ensure continued airworthiness by addressing new damage tolerance findings.

Jun 22, 2023
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtMHI RJ Aviation CL-600 (Regional Jet)MHI RJ Aviation ULC CL-600-2E25

EASA AD US-2023-10-09

Fire Protection - Forward and Aft Cargo Compartment Decompression Panels - Inspection

Airworthiness Directive 2023-10-09 is a final rule issued by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) addressing The Boeing Company Model 787-8, 787-9, and 787-10 airplanes. It mandates repetitive inspections of the forward and aft cargo compartment decompression panels for damaged fastener holes and requires corrective actions if damage exceeds allowable limits. This directive aims to ensure the integrity of decompression panels to maintain adequate fire suppression capabilities in cargo compartments.

Jun 21, 2023
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 787Boeing 787-8Boeing 787-9Boeing 787-10

EASA SIB 2023-06

Rupture of the Restraint System Buckle Cover

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2023-06 is an airworthiness bulletin addressing the rupture of restraint system buckle covers on Airbus Helicopters AS 350 B2, AS 350 B3, AS 355 NP, and EC 130 T2 equipped with -198 series crew seats or -284 series passenger seats. The bulletin highlights reported occurrences of belt buckle ruptures manufactured by Anjou Aéronautique and provides safety recommendations to operators. It references Airbus Helicopters Safety Information Notice 3279-S-25 Revision 2 and SAFRAN SEATS Service Bulletin 198-25-009 Revision 1 for further guidance.

Jun 21, 2023
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters AS 350Airbus Helicopters EC 130Airbus Helicopters AS 355

EASA AD 2007-0243R1

Wings - Wing / Pylon Thrust- & Sideload Fitting (Spigot) - Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2007-0243R1 is a regulatory document addressing inspection and replacement requirements for the wing and pylon thrust- and sideload fitting (spigot) on Airbus A300, A310, A300-600, and A300-600ST aeroplanes. The directive mandates detailed visual inspections and corrective actions to prevent structural integrity issues that could lead to engine loss. It applies to specific manufacturer serial numbers within these aircraft families.

Jun 21, 2023
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A300Airbus A300-600Airbus A300-600ST (Beluga)Airbus A310Airbus A300-600ST

EASA AD CF-2023-42

Wings — Inboard Flap Seal Plate Lost or Damaged

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2023-42 addresses the issue of lost or damaged inboard flap seal plate assemblies on Bombardier Inc. BD-700-1A10 and BD-700-1A11 aircraft, specifically affecting certain serial numbers. The directive mandates inspections and replacement of the flap seal plate assemblies to prevent potential in-flight detachment and subsequent aircraft damage.

Jun 20, 2023
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBombardier BD-700Bombardier BD-700-1A10Bombardier BD-700-1A11

EASA SIB 2021-16R1

Operations to aerodromes located in United States with potential risk of interference from 5G ground stations

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2021-16R1 is an informational document addressing the potential risk of interference from 5G ground stations on radio altimeters during operations to aerodromes located in the United States. It highlights concerns primarily related to aircraft operating in contiguous U.S. airspace and references FAA Airworthiness Directives affecting transport, commuter airplanes, and various helicopters. The bulletin does not mandate any new requirements for EASA-registered aircraft but provides guidance on the evolving situation.

Jun 19, 2023
Safety Information BulletinFlight OpsSafety Mgmt

EASA AD CF-2023-41

Fuselage — Keel Beam Cut-Out Reinforcement — Unclear Airworthiness Limitation Task Effectivity

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2023-41 addresses the unclear effectivity of the Airworthiness Limitation (AWL) task number 53-41-180 related to the fuselage keel beam cut-out reinforcement on Mitsubishi Heavy Industries RJ Aviation ULC model CL-600-2B19 aircraft, serial numbers 7946 through 8113. This directive clarifies maintenance requirements to ensure structural integrity of these aircraft. Operators must update their Maintenance Requirements Manual accordingly and perform the revised inspection task at specified intervals.

Jun 16, 2023
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtMHI RJ Aviation CL-600 (Regional Jet)Mitsubishi Heavy Industries RJ Aviation ULC CL-600-2B19

EASA AD 2023-0124

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2024-0079

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0124 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes. It addresses the replacement of certain right-hand and left-hand body landing gear rear axles identified as affected due to corrosion and potential failure risks. The directive mandates inspections and replacement of these parts to ensure continued safe operation of the aircraft.

Jun 16, 2023
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A380Airbus A380-841Airbus A380-842Airbus A380-861

EASA AD US-2023-08-02

Cargo and Accessory Compartments - Bilge Barrier Assembly - Replacement

Airworthiness Directive 2023-08-02 is a final rule issued by the Federal Aviation Administration addressing certain Boeing 787-8, -9, and -10 airplanes. It requires changing or replacing the bilge barrier assembly in the forward and aft cargo compartments to prevent issues with torn decompression panels. This directive supersedes previous ADs related to inspections and replacements of these panels to enhance cargo compartment safety.

Jun 15, 2023
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 787Boeing 787-8Boeing 787-9Boeing 787-10

EASA AD 2023-0114-E

[Correction] Powerplant / Air — Turbocharger Compressor Housing — Inspection / Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0114-E is an emergency directive addressing inspection and modification requirements for turbocharger compressor housings installed on Textron Aviation Inc. Model 182 series and Reims-manufactured F182P and F182Q aeroplanes modified with SMA Aero Engines GmbH STC 10013975. The directive targets turbochargers with part numbers 1500003322-1 and 1500003322-2 due to reported cracks in the compressor housing. It mandates repetitive inspections and corrective actions to ensure continued airworthiness and prevent power loss.

Jun 14, 2023
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtTextron Aviation 182 (Skylane)Textron Aviation F182Textron Aviation 182Reims F182PReims F182Q

EASA AD 2023-0123

Engine — Propeller Shaft — Inspection

The document titled 'Engine — Propeller Shaft — Inspection' is an explanatory statement issued by EASA regarding the absence of an Airworthiness Directive (AD) for the Europrop International GmbH TP400-D6 engine. This engine is not currently in civil service, so no public AD exists. The document serves as an informational record intended for military airworthiness authorities and design approval holders, recommending that affected military authorities issue their own ADs for aircraft equipped with TP400-D6 engines.

Jun 14, 2023
OtherMaintenanceSafety MgmtEpi Europrop International Gmbh TP400-D6

EASA AD CF-2023-40

Equipment / Furnishings — Pilot and Co-pilot Seats — Fore/Aft Adjustment Mechanism Inoperative

The Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2023-40 addresses an issue with the fore/aft adjustment mechanism of pilot and co-pilot seats on Airbus Canada Limited Partnership BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11 aircraft. This directive mandates corrective action to prevent seat blockage caused by a broken split pin in the seat base linkage. The affected aircraft are those with serial numbers 50010 to 50067 for the BD-500-1A10 model and 55003 to 55233, 55235, 55236, and 55238 for the BD-500-1A11 model.

Jun 14, 2023
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus BD-500 (A220 Series)Airbus Canada Limited Partnership BD-500-1A10Airbus Canada Limited Partnership BD-500-1A11

EASA AD US-2023-11-09

Flight Controls - Flight Control Computer Software - Update

Federal Aviation Administration Airworthiness Directive 2023-11-09 is a final rule addressing certain Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation Model GVII-G500 and GVII-G600 airplanes. It mandates updating the flight control computer software to prevent unsafe alpha limiter engagement during landing flare, which has caused high rate of descent landings and airplane damage. This directive aims to enhance flight safety by correcting this critical flight control issue.

Jun 14, 2023
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtGulfstream Aerospace Corporation GVIIGulfstream GVII-G500Gulfstream GVII-G600

EASA AD 2023-0117

Doors — Lower Deck Aft Cargo Door Frame Forks — Inspection / Modification

Doors — Lower Deck Aft Cargo Door Frame Forks — Inspection / Modification is an airworthiness directive issued for the Airbus A300-600 aircraft. This document addresses inspection and modification requirements specifically targeting the lower deck aft cargo door frame forks to ensure structural integrity and safety. The directive applies exclusively to the Airbus A300-600 model.

Jun 13, 2023
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A300-600

EASA AD 2023-0120

Nacelles / Pylons — Pylon Rod Fittings — Inspection

The document titled 'Nacelles / Pylons — Pylon Rod Fittings — Inspection' is an explanatory statement issued by EASA regarding the absence of an Airworthiness Directive (AD) for the Airbus A400M aircraft. Since there are currently no Airbus A400M aeroplanes in civil service, no publicly available AD exists. The document serves as an informational record intended for military authorities and design approval holders, recommending that military authorities issue their own ADs for affected aircraft.

Jun 13, 2023
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Military A400MAirbus A400M

EASA AD US-2023-09-04

SUPERSEDED BY FAA AD 2025-25-04

FAA Airworthiness Directive 2023-09-04 is a final rule addressing certain Boeing 737-600, -700, -700C, -800, -900, -900ER series airplanes, and certain 737-8 and -9 models. It targets uncommanded escape slide deployments caused by excessive tension in the inflation cable and movement of the escape slide assembly within its compartment. The directive mandates inspection of all escape slide assemblies to identify affected parts and requires corrective actions as necessary.

Jun 13, 2023
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 737Boeing 737-600Boeing 737-700Boeing 737-700CBoeing 737-800Boeing 737-900Boeing 737-900ERBoeing 737-8Boeing 737-9