EASA Regulations & Airworthiness Directives

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EASA AD 2023-0089

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2024-0139

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0089 is an airworthiness directive affecting Airbus Helicopters AS 350 B3 and AS 355 series helicopters. It addresses inspection and maintenance requirements for the upper fin assembly to prevent potential in-flight separation due to cracks and fractured attachment screws. The directive includes amendments to flight manuals, placard installations, and inspection intervals to ensure continued airworthiness.

May 4, 2023
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters AS 350Airbus Helicopters EC 130Airbus Helicopters AS 355Airbus Helicopters AS 350 B3

EASA AD US-2023-04-11

Engine - Low Pressure Turbine Rotor Stage 3 Disks - Inspection / Removal / Replacement

The document titled "Engine - Low Pressure Turbine Rotor Stage 3 Disks - Inspection / Removal / Replacement" is a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airworthiness Directive (AD 2023-04-11) addressing certain General Electric Company CF6-45 and CF6-50 series turbofan engines. It mandates inspections and replacement requirements for low-pressure turbine (LPT) rotor stage 3 disks to prevent unsafe conditions caused by rotor assembly separations. The directive applies to specific engine models with affected LPT rotor stage 3 disk part numbers.

May 3, 2023
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtGeneral Electric CF6-45General Electric CF6-50

EASA AD 2022-0252R1

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2023-0152

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0252R1 is a regulatory update addressing inspection requirements for Rolls-Royce Deutschland BR700-715A1-30, BR700-715B1-30, and BR700-715C1-30 engines, commonly installed on Boeing 717 aircraft. The directive mandates fluorescent-penetrant inspections of low pressure compressor booster rotors to detect malformed scallop edge geometry and surface conditions that could lead to engine failure. It provides detailed inspection intervals and corrective actions to ensure continued airworthiness.

Apr 28, 2023
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtRolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg BR700-715Boeing 717

EASA SIB 2021-01R1

Collins Aerospace Very High Frequency Data Radios - Data Link over Very High Frequency Data Link Mode 2 Operations

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2021-01R1 is an informational bulletin addressing issues with Collins Aerospace Very High Frequency Data Radios (VDRs) used for Data Link over Very High Frequency Data Link Mode 2 operations. The affected VDRs, installed on various Airbus, Boeing, Bombardier, and Embraer aircraft, may experience a 'VDR deafness' issue where uplink messages are not decoded after receiving corrupted signals, impacting Controller Pilot Data Link Communications (CPDLC) performance. This bulletin provides guidance but does not mandate regulatory action.

Apr 27, 2023
Safety Information BulletinSafety Mgmt

EASA CZIB CZIB-2023-01R7

Airspace of Sudan

The document titled Airspace of Sudan is a Conflict Zone Information Bulletin (CZIB) addressing the entire FIR KHARTOUM (HSSS) airspace over Sudan at all altitudes and flight levels. It highlights a high risk to civil aviation due to ongoing armed clashes involving military air assets and air-defense systems, posing threats to aircraft both in flight and on the ground. The bulletin applies to EASA operators and third Country Operators authorized by EASA conducting operations to, from, or within the EU.

Apr 26, 2023
Safety Information BulletinFlight OpsSafety Mgmt

EASA AD US-2023-04-17

Fuel - Auxiliary Power Unit Fuel Line Shroud / Pressure Switch Wire Clamp - Inspection

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2023-04-17 is a final rule addressing certain Boeing 737-8, 737-9, and 737-600, -700, -700C, -800, -900, and -900ER series airplanes. It mandates inspections of the auxiliary power unit (APU) fuel line shroud and the pressure switch wire clamp assembly to detect damage and incorrect fastener installation that could cause interference and potential fuel leaks. This directive aims to prevent flammable fluid leaks in ignition zones due to damaged APU fuel line shrouds.

Apr 26, 2023
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 737Boeing 737-8Boeing 737-9Boeing 737-600Boeing 737-700Boeing 737-700CBoeing 737-800Boeing 737-900Boeing 737-900ER

EASA AD 2023-0085

Landing Gear — Main Landing Gear Hinge Pin — Inspection

The document titled Landing Gear — Main Landing Gear Hinge Pin — Inspection is an informational Airworthiness Directive record related to the Airbus A400M aircraft. It explains that no publicly available AD document exists because there are currently no Airbus A400M aeroplanes in civil service. The content is provided by EASA for military authorities and design approval holders as a recommendation for issuing their own applicable military ADs.

Apr 26, 2023
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Military A400MAirbus A400M

EASA AD G-2023-0002

Navigation — Radio Altimeter Antenna Installation — Modification

Civil Aviation Authority Airworthiness Directive G-2023-0002 addresses the installation and modification of radio altimeter antennas on BAe ATP aeroplanes. This directive applies to all manufacturer serial numbers of BAe ATP aircraft and mandates a modification to improve electrical bonding between the radio altimeter antennas and the fuselage. The directive aims to prevent false radio altimeter indications that could lead to incorrect Terrain Awareness and Warning System (TAWS) callouts.

Apr 26, 2023
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBae Systems (Operations) ATPBAe ATP

EASA AD 2023-0088

Placards and Markings — Stretcher Unit / Placard — Installation

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0088 is an airworthiness directive addressing the installation of placards on the 3-stretcher unit assembly installed on Leonardo AB139 and AW139 helicopters modified by Aerolite AG STC 10017231 or EASA.R.S.01403. The directive applies to specific serial numbers of the 3-stretcher unit and affected stretchers, requiring placard installation to indicate occupant weight limits. It aims to ensure continued airworthiness and safety by mitigating risks associated with a design deficiency in the stretcher units.

Apr 26, 2023
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtLeonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AB139Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AW139Leonardo AB139Leonardo AW139

EASA AD 2023-0086

SUPERSEDED BY EASA ADR 2024-0158

EASA Airworthiness Directive Record SUPERSEDED BY EASA ADR 2024-0158 is an explanatory statement regarding the absence of an Airworthiness Directive (AD) document for the Airbus A400M aeroplane. Since there are currently no Airbus A400M aircraft in civil service, no public AD exists, and this record serves only as informational guidance. The document advises that applicable ADs for the Airbus A400M are issued by the responsible military authorities depending on the country of registration.

Apr 26, 2023
OtherMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Military A400MAirbus A400M

EASA AD 2023-0084

Fuselage — Skin Lap Joints — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0084 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Fokker F27 Mark 050 aeroplanes with serial numbers 20103 to 20335. It mandates a one-time special detailed inspection of the fuselage skin lap joints at specific stringers and stations to detect potential damage that could compromise structural integrity.

Apr 25, 2023
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtFokker F27Fokker F27 Mark 050

EASA AD 2021-0131R1

Placards and Markings — Stretcher Unit / Placard — Installation

The document titled "Placards and Markings — Stretcher Unit / Placard — Installation" is an EASA Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) 10061971 issued to AEROLITE AG for installation on Leonardo S.p.A. Helicopters model AW189. It addresses the requirements for placards and markings related to the installation of stretcher units in these helicopters. The document ensures proper identification and safety compliance for the modified aircraft.

Apr 25, 2023
Agency DecisionMaintenanceSafety MgmtLeonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AW189Leonardo AW189

EASA AD CF-2023-25

Doors — Passenger Door — Detent Mechanism Aircraft Maintenance Manual Procedure

Airworthiness Directive CF-2023-25 is a Canadian regulatory document addressing the passenger door detent mechanism on Bombardier Inc. BD-700-1A10 and BD-700-1A11 aircraft, serial numbers 9002 through 60065. It mandates revisions to the Aircraft Maintenance Manual procedure for the functional test of the passenger door mechanism to include inspections that were previously omitted. This directive aims to enhance safety by preventing latent failures that could lead to door opening during unpressurized flight.

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

EASA AD 2023-0078R1

Electrical Power — Direct Current Emergency Electrical Network — Tests / Modification; Aircraft Flight Manual / Master Minimum Equipment List — Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0078R1 is a regulatory update addressing electrical power issues related to the direct current emergency electrical network on ATR 42 and ATR 72 aeroplanes. It applies to various ATR 42-400, ATR 42-500, and ATR 72 series aircraft and focuses on tests, modifications, and amendments to the Aircraft Flight Manual and Master Minimum Equipment List to mitigate risks of temporary loss of cockpit display systems.

Apr 20, 2023
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtATR ATR42ATR ATR72ATR 42-400ATR 42-500ATR 72

EASA AD CF-2022-13R1

Pneumatic — Non-Conforming Bleed Leak Detection System Sensing Elements

Airworthiness Directive CF-2022-13R1 is issued by Transport Canada concerning Airbus Canada Limited Partnership aeroplanes Model BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11. The directive addresses non-conforming bleed leak detection system sensing elements that may have insufficient salt fill, potentially impairing the detection of hot bleed air leaks. This condition affects the safety of the aircraft by risking damage to structures and systems critical for safe flight and landing.

Apr 19, 2023
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus BD-500 (A220 Series)Airbus Canada BD-500-1A10Airbus Canada BD-500-1A11

EASA AD 2023-0083

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks — Airworthiness Limitations Section — Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0083 is an amendment addressing the time limits and maintenance checks for Airbus Helicopters EC 120 B models. It mandates compliance with the updated Airworthiness Limitations Section (ALS) Revision 003 to ensure continued airworthiness. This directive applies to all serial numbers of the EC 120 B helicopter.

Apr 19, 2023
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters EC 120 B

EASA AD US-2023-07-09

Fuel - Horizontal Stabilizer Fuel Tank Motor Impeller Inlet Check Valves and Transfer Pump Inlet Adapters - Inspection

Airworthiness Directive 2023-07-09 is a final rule issued by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) addressing certain Boeing Model 747-400 and 747-8 series airplanes. It mandates inspections of the transfer pump housing inlet check valves and transfer pump motor impeller inlet adapters in the horizontal stabilizer fuel tank for wear, with corrective actions as necessary. The directive also refines the applicability criteria and limits installation of affected parts to enhance safety.

Apr 18, 2023
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 747Boeing 747-400Boeing 747-8

EASA AD 2023-0082

Wings — Flap Track Support Fittings — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0082 is an airworthiness directive addressing the inspection of flap track support fittings on Airbus Defence and Space CN-235, CN-235-100, and CN-235-200 aeroplanes with manufacturer serial numbers up to 146. It mandates inspections to detect cracking in wing flap track lugs, which could lead to structural failure and reduced control of the aircraft. The directive applies specifically to wing flap track support fittings on both left-hand and right-hand sides.

Apr 18, 2023
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Defence & Space CN-235Airbus Defence and Space CN-235Airbus Defence and Space CN-235-100Airbus Defence and Space CN-235-200