EASA Regulations & Airworthiness Directives

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EASA AD 2021-0004R1

Doors — Cockpit Escape Hatches — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0004R1 is an updated regulation addressing the replacement of cockpit escape hatches on Airbus A350-941 and A350-1041 aeroplanes. It targets specific affected hatch part numbers that have corrosion issues impacting hatch operability from the outside. The directive mandates replacement with improved serviceable parts to ensure safe evacuation capability.

Jun 12, 2023
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A350Airbus A350-941Airbus A350-1041

EASA AD 2023-0119

Engine Fuel & Control — Hydromechanical Units — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0119 is an airworthiness directive addressing Rolls-Royce Trent 1000 series engines, specifically targeting the hydromechanical units (HMU) with part number G5040HMU01. The directive mandates replacement or repair of affected HMUs to prevent fuel flow reduction caused by wear in the combining spill-valve (CSV) assembly. This AD applies to all serial numbers of Trent 1000-AE3 through Trent 1000-R3 engines.

Jun 12, 2023
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtRolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg TRENT 1000

EASA AD US-2023-11-06

Engine - High-Pressure Turbine Interstage Seals - Replacement

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2023-11-06 addresses certain Engine Alliance Model GP7270, GP7272, and GP7277 engines. It mandates the replacement of specific high-pressure turbine (HPT) interstage seals suspected to contain iron inclusions that could compromise material integrity. This directive aims to prevent potential uncontained failures that could damage the engine and aircraft.

Jun 12, 2023
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtEngine Alliance GP7200

EASA AD 2023-0118

Oxygen — Full Face Quick Donning Mask — Re-Packing / Replacement

The document titled "Oxygen — Full Face Quick Donning Mask — Re-Packing / Replacement" is an explanatory statement regarding the absence of an EASA Airworthiness Directive for the Airbus A400M aircraft in civil service. It clarifies that no publicly available AD exists because the Airbus A400M is not operated in civil aviation, and the content is provided solely for information to military airworthiness authorities and design approval holders. The legally binding airworthiness requirements for this aircraft are issued by the respective military authorities depending on the country of registration.

Jun 12, 2023
OtherMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Military A400MAirbus A400M

EASA AD CF-2023-39

Fuel — Distribution — Refueling Pilot Valve Fitting Interference with Rear Spar of Centre Wing Box

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2023-39 addresses a fuel distribution issue involving refueling pilot valve fitting interference with the rear spar of the centre wing box on Airbus Canada Limited Partnership Model BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11 aircraft. This directive mandates corrective actions to prevent potential fuel leaks and fire hazards. It applies specifically to certain serial numbers of these aircraft models.

Jun 7, 2023
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus BD-500 (A220 Series)Airbus Canada Limited Partnership BD-500-1A10Airbus Canada Limited Partnership BD-500-1A11

EASA AD 2023-0116

Landing Gear — Electrical Landing Gear Control — Inspection / Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0116 is an official regulatory document addressing the electrical landing gear control system on Schempp-Hirth Arcus T and Arcus M powered sailplanes. It applies specifically to Arcus M sailplanes with serial numbers 215 to 269 and Arcus T sailplanes with serial numbers 89 to 106. The directive mandates inspection, modification, firmware update, and Aircraft Flight Manual amendments to ensure safe operation of the landing gear system.

Jun 7, 2023
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtSchempp Hirth Flugzeugbau ArcusSchempp-Hirth Arcus TSchempp-Hirth Arcus M

EASA AD US-2023-10-02

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 2023-10-02. This FAA AD applies to all transport and commuter category airplanes equipped with radio (radar) altimeters and supersedes FAA AD 2021-23-12. EASA concludes that FAA AD 2023-10-02 is not eligible for adoption within the European Union due to differences in aircraft design approval and operational scope.

Jun 7, 2023
OpinionSafety Mgmt

EASA AD 2023-0115

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2023-0195

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0115 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co KG Trent 1000 series engines, including models AE3, CE3, D3, G3, H3, J3, K3, L3, M3, N3, P3, Q3, and R3. This directive mandates compliance with updated maintenance tasks and life limits as specified in the Rolls-Royce Trent 1000 Time Limits Manual Revision 26 dated 01 May 2023. It ensures continued airworthiness by requiring operators to follow the latest maintenance and inspection requirements for these engines.

Jun 7, 2023
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtRolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg TRENT 1000

EASA SIB 2023-05

Possible Risks Emerging During Summer 2023

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2023-05 highlights possible risks emerging during the summer 2023 aviation season in Europe. It addresses challenges faced by national competent authorities, air operators, aerodrome operators, ground handling service providers, ATM/ANS providers, maintenance organisations, and training organisations due to increased traffic demand and operational disruptions. The bulletin does not target specific aircraft or engine types but focuses on systemic risks such as staff shortages, cyber-attacks, and capacity issues.

Jun 6, 2023
Safety Information BulletinFlight OpsMaintenanceTrainingSafety Mgmt

EASA AD 2023-0107

[Correction] Equipment / Furnishings — Cargo Swing Frame — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0107 is a safety directive addressing Airbus Helicopters AS 350 B2, AS 350 B3, and EC 130 B4 models equipped with cargo hook Part Number 704A41811035 and any cargo swing frame. The directive mandates inspection of the cargo swing frame to prevent failure during flight, which could lead to load loss and potential helicopter control issues. It applies specifically to these helicopter models and their cargo swing installations.

Jun 2, 2023
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters AS 350Airbus Helicopters EC 130Airbus Helicopters AS 350 B2Airbus Helicopters AS 350 B3Airbus Helicopters EC 130 B4

EASA AD BR-2022-09-01R1

Flight Controls - Elevator / Rudder Power Control Units - Replacement

Brazilian Airworthiness Directive AD No. 2022-09-01R1 is a regulatory document issued by ANAC addressing the replacement of elevator and rudder Power Control Units (PCUs) on Embraer ERJ 190-300 and ERJ 190-400 aircraft with specific serial numbers. The directive mandates replacement of certain PCUs to prevent accelerated wear caused by manufacturing hydraulic decontamination procedures, which could compromise flight control surfaces and structural integrity.

Jun 2, 2023
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtEmbraer ERJ 190Embraer ERJ 190-300Embraer ERJ 190-400

EASA AD US-2023-11-03

Ice and Rain Protection - Airplane Flight Manual and Quick Reference Handbook - Amendment

Airworthiness Directive 2023-11-03 is a final rule issued by the Federal Aviation Administration affecting certain Honda Aircraft Company LLC Model HA-420 airplanes. It addresses issues related to the windshield heat operation procedures and the replacement of affected windshield assemblies to prevent potential in-flight smoke and fire hazards. This directive updates and corrects typographical errors from the previous AD 2022-18-03 while retaining all its safety requirements.

Jun 2, 2023
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtHonda Aircraft Company HA-420

EASA AD 2023-0113

Engine Fuel & Control — Hydromechanical Units — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0113 is an airworthiness directive addressing Rolls-Royce Trent 1000 series engines, specifically targeting the hydromechanical units (HMU) with certain part numbers. The directive mandates replacement or repair of affected HMUs due to wear found in the combining spill valve (CSV) assembly, which can reduce fuel flow and potentially lead to thrust reduction and reduced aircraft control.

Jun 1, 2023
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtRolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg TRENT 1000

EASA AD CF-2023-35

Electrical Power — Misleading Indications

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2023-35 addresses misleading electrical power indications on Bombardier Inc. model BD-100-1A10 aeroplanes. The directive targets erratic electrical system status indications caused by contamination in the left-hand direct current power centre (DCPC) data bus, which can lead to partial or complete electrical power loss and affect flight displays and controllability.

May 30, 2023
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBombardier BD-100Bombardier BD-100-1A10

EASA AD CF-2023-36

Fire Protection — Baggage Compartment Fire Extinguishers — Inspection of the Baggage Bay Discharge Push-Button-Annunciator Switch

The Airworthiness Directive CF-2023-36 titled 'Fire Protection — Baggage Compartment Fire Extinguishers — Inspection of the Baggage Bay Discharge Push-Button-Annunciator Switch' applies to Bombardier Inc. model BD-700-2A12 aeroplanes with serial numbers 70006 through 70099. This directive mandates inspection and testing of the baggage bay discharge push-button-annunciator (PBA) switch to ensure proper electrical contact and functionality. The directive aims to prevent potential fire hazards in the baggage compartment caused by a failure of the fire extinguisher discharge system.

May 30, 2023
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBombardier BD-700Bombardier BD-700-2A12

EASA AD G-2023-0003

Indicating / Recording Systems — Flight Data Recording System — Check

The Civil Aviation Authority Airworthiness Directive G-2023-0003 addresses the flight data recording system on BAe ATP aeroplanes. It mandates modifications to protect the Flight Data Recorder (FDR), Data Acquisition and Recording Unit (DARU), and Flight Data Acquisition Unit (FDAU) from moisture ingress, which has been linked to intermittent recording faults. This directive applies to all manufacturer serial numbers of BAe ATP aircraft.

May 30, 2023
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBae Systems (Operations) ATPBAe ATP

EASA AD 2023-0112

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks — Damage Tolerant Airworthiness Limitation Items — Airworthiness Limitations Section Part 2 — Amendment

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks — Damage Tolerant Airworthiness Limitation Items — Airworthiness Limitations Section Part 2 — Amendment is an amendment document concerning the Airbus A380 aircraft. It addresses updates to the airworthiness limitations related to damage tolerant items within the maintenance checks and time limits section. This amendment ensures continued compliance with safety standards for the Airbus A380 fleet.

May 30, 2023
AmendmentMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A380

EASA AD CF-2023-34

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks — Introduction of Certification Maintenance Requirement Task

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2023-34 introduces new and revised Certification Maintenance Requirement (CMR) tasks for Bombardier Inc. model BD-100-1A10 aeroplanes, including Challenger 300 and Challenger 350 variants. The directive mandates updates to the Time Limits/Maintenance Check (TLMC) manual Part 2 concerning the restoration and overhaul of the Horizontal Stabilizer Trim-Actuator (HSTA) with specific part numbers C47100-003, C47100-004, and C47100-005. This directive ensures continued airworthiness by addressing potential failures in the HSTA and motor brake assembly.

May 30, 2023
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBombardier BD-100Bombardier BD-100-1A10

EASA AD US-2023-08-04

Water / Waste - Door 1 and Door 3 Lavatory and Galley Potable Water Systems - Inspection

Airworthiness Directive 2023-08-04 is a final rule issued by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) addressing certain Boeing 787-8, 787-9, and 787-10 airplanes. It mandates detailed visual inspections of the potable water systems in door 1 and door 3 lavatories and galleys to identify missing or incorrectly installed clamshell couplings. The directive aims to prevent water leaks that could affect electronic equipment and compromise flight safety.

May 30, 2023
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 787Boeing 787-8Boeing 787-9Boeing 787-10

EASA AD 2023-0110

Fire Protection — Fire Detectors — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0110 is issued to address fire detector replacement on SAFRAN Helicopter Engines ARRIEL 1 series engines installed on helicopters such as Airbus Helicopters SA 365 variants and Leonardo Helicopters A109K2. The directive mandates replacement of specific fire detectors identified by part and serial numbers due to manufacturing non-compliance causing spurious engine fire warnings. This AD applies to all serial numbers of ARRIEL 1C, 1C1, 1C2, 1K, and 1K1 engines.

May 26, 2023
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtSafran ARRIEL 1Airbus Helicopters SA 365Leonardo Helicopters A109K2