EASA Regulations & Airworthiness Directives

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EASA AD 2023-0080

Landing Gear — Nose Wheel Axle and Attachment Screws — Inspection / Replacement / Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0080 is an airworthiness directive addressing the nose wheel axle and attachment screws on DAHER AEROSPACE MS 880, MS 890, and RALLYE aeroplanes. It applies to various models including MS 880 B series, MS 890 A and B, MS 892 series, MS 893 series, MS 894 series, and multiple RALLYE variants. The directive mandates inspections, replacements, and modifications to ensure the integrity of the nose landing gear components.

Apr 17, 2023
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtDaher Aerospace M.S. 880Daher Aerospace M.S. 890Daher Aerospace Rallye 100Daher Aerospace Rallye 150Daher Aerospace Rallye 180Daher Aerospace Rallye 235DAHER AEROSPACE MS 880 B seriesDAHER AEROSPACE MS 890 ADAHER AEROSPACE MS 890 BDAHER AEROSPACE MS 892 seriesDAHER AEROSPACE MS 893 seriesDAHER AEROSPACE MS 894 seriesDAHER AEROSPACE RALLYE variants

EASA AD 2023-0079-E

SUPERSEDED BY EASA EMERGENCY AD 2025-0023-E

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0079-E is an emergency directive affecting Pipistrel Vertical Solutions Virus SW 121, SW 121A, SW 121C, and Virus SW 128 aeroplanes. It addresses a safety issue related to the flaperon bellcrank bolt installation on these aircraft. The directive mandates inspection and reinstallation of the flaperon bellcrank bolt to ensure proper flight control functionality.

Apr 14, 2023
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtPipistrel Vertical Solutions D.O.O. Virus SWPipistrel Virus SW 121Pipistrel Virus SW 121APipistrel Virus SW 121CPipistrel Virus SW 128

EASA AD US-2023-05-04

Hydraulic Power - Ram Air Turbine Pump Barrel Assembly - Inspection

Airworthiness Directive 2023-05-04 is a final rule issued by the Federal Aviation Administration addressing all Boeing 787-8, 787-9, and 787-10 airplanes. It targets failures in the ram air turbine (RAT) pump barrel assembly caused by variations in the bronze metal used during manufacturing, which can lead to fatigue and cracking. The directive mandates inspections and replacements of affected RAT pump control modules and assemblies to ensure continued hydraulic power availability.

Apr 12, 2023
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 787Boeing 787-8Boeing 787-9Boeing 787-10

EASA AD BR-2023-04-02

Computerized Aircraft Flight Manual - Level-off Altitude - Amendment

Brazilian Airworthiness Directive AD No. 2023-04-02 is an amendment issued by the Agência Nacional de Aviação Civil (ANAC) that applies to Embraer S.A. ERJ 190-300 and ERJ 190-400 airplane models. It addresses an issue with the Computerized Aircraft Flight Manual (CAFM) calculation of level-off altitude that may lead to unsafe obstacle clearance during takeoff in case of engine failure. The directive mandates updates to the Aircraft Flight Manual (AFM) to ensure safer flight operations.

Apr 11, 2023
Airworthiness DirectiveFlight OpsSafety MgmtEmbraer ERJ 190Embraer ERJ 190-300Embraer ERJ 190-400

EASA AD 2023-0077

Electrical Power — Voltage Regulator Wiring — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0077 is issued for Pipistrel Vertical Solutions Virus SW 121 series aeroplanes, including SW 121, SW 121A, and SW 121C models. The directive addresses an issue with voltage regulator wiring that may cause fluctuations in electrical power output. It mandates replacement of specific voltage regulator wires to ensure continued airworthiness and safe operation.

Apr 11, 2023
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtPipistrel Vertical Solutions D.O.O. Virus SWPipistrel Virus SW 121Pipistrel Virus SW 121APipistrel Virus SW 121C

EASA AD CF-2023-23

Flight Controls — Replacement of Horizontal Stabilizer Trim Actuator Upper Gimbal Bushing Flanges

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2023-23 mandates the replacement of the horizontal stabilizer trim actuator (HSTA) upper gimbal bushing flanges on Airbus Canada Limited Partnership aircraft models BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11. This directive applies to specific serial numbers of these models and aims to address a potential flight control issue. The directive ensures continued airworthiness and safety of the affected aircraft.

Apr 11, 2023
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus BD-500 (A220 Series)Airbus Canada BD-500-1A10Airbus Canada BD-500-1A11

EASA AD 2023-0076

Fuselage — Main Gearbox Suspension Bar Attachment Plates — Inspection / Measurement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0076 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus Helicopters SA 330 J and AS 332 C, C1, L, and L1 models. It mandates inspection and measurement of the main gearbox suspension bar attachment plates to detect incorrect installation of parts originally designed for other helicopter models. The directive aims to prevent potential structural damage and failure of load-carrying elements in the fuselage.

Apr 11, 2023
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters SA 330Airbus Helicopters AS 332Airbus Helicopters EC 225Airbus Helicopters SA 330 JAirbus Helicopters AS 332 CAirbus Helicopters AS 332 C1Airbus Helicopters AS 332 LAirbus Helicopters AS 332 L1

EASA AD CF-2023-24

SUPERSEDED BY TCCA AD CF-2024-34

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2023-24 addresses a safety issue on Airbus Canada Limited Partnership BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11 aircraft models. The directive mandates modification of the variable frequency generator (VFG) power-feeder harness routing to prevent chafing that could cause loss of electrical power or fire. This directive applies to specific serial numbers of these aircraft and is issued under Canadian Aviation Regulation 521.427.

Apr 11, 2023
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus BD-500 (A220 Series)Airbus Canada BD-500-1A10Airbus Canada BD-500-1A11

EASA AD 2023-0075

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2023-0089

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0075 is issued for Airbus Helicopters AS 350 and AS 355 models, addressing cracks found in the upper fin spar and fractured attachment screws. This directive mandates inspections, cleaning, and amendments to the Rotorcraft Flight Manual (RFM) to include a reduced never-exceed speed (Vne) for affected helicopters. The directive applies to all serial numbers of AS 355 E, F, F1, F2, N, NP helicopters and AS 350 B3 helicopters except those with modification MOD 073148.

Apr 7, 2023
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceFlight OpsSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters AS 350Airbus Helicopters EC 130Airbus Helicopters AS 355

EASA AD 2023-0072

Rotorcraft Flight Manual / Supplement — Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0072 is an amendment applicable to all serial numbers of PZL SW-4 helicopters manufactured by WSK “PZL-ŚWIDNIK” S.A. This directive addresses a safety concern related to simulated hydraulic system failures during training flights. It mandates updates to the Rotorcraft Flight Manual and its supplements to include new operational instructions for safe handling under these conditions.

Apr 5, 2023
Airworthiness DirectiveTrainingSafety MgmtWsk Pzl-Swidnik SW4PZL SW-4

EASA AD 2023-0074

Wings — Centre Wing Box Rear Lower Spar and Slanted Beam — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0074 is an airworthiness directive issued by EASA affecting Airbus A321-111, A321-112, A321-131, A321-211, A321-212, A321-213, A321-231, and A321-232 aeroplanes. It mandates a one-time inspection of the centre wing box rear lower spar junction area and the slanted beam connection at fuselage frame 42 to detect potential fatigue cracks. The directive aims to ensure structural integrity by addressing high fatigue stress identified during certification and stress analysis.

Apr 5, 2023
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A321Airbus A321-111Airbus A321-112Airbus A321-131Airbus A321-211Airbus A321-212Airbus A321-213Airbus A321-231Airbus A321-232

EASA AD BR-2023-04-01

Garmin G3000 Avionics System - Software Update

Brazilian Airworthiness Directive AD No. 2023-04-01 is a regulatory document issued by the Agência Nacional de Aviação Civil (ANAC) that applies to Embraer EMB-505 aircraft equipped with the Garmin G3000 avionics system. The directive mandates a software update to address an issue with inadvertent barometric pressure setting changes affecting the altimeter readings on the Primary Flight Displays. This update is essential for maintaining safe flight operations and compliance with Brazilian aviation regulations.

Apr 4, 2023
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtEmbraer EMB-505 (Phenom 300)Embraer EMB-505

EASA AD US-2023-06-10

Ice and Rain Protection / Powerplant - Engine Anti-Ice Exhaust Duct Fasteners - Inspection

Airworthiness Directive 2023-06-10 is a final rule issued by the Federal Aviation Administration addressing all Boeing 737-8, -8200, and -9 airplanes. It mandates inspections and corrective actions related to engine anti-ice (EAI) exhaust duct fasteners that were found to be inadequately torqued, potentially compromising engine inlet integrity. The directive also limits installation of affected parts to prevent unsafe conditions.

Apr 4, 2023
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 737Boeing 737-8Boeing 737-8200Boeing 737-9

EASA AD CF-2023-21

Oxygen — Portable Protective Breathing Equipment (PBE) — Missing PBE in the Forward Area of the Aeroplane

Airworthiness Directive CF-2023-21 addresses the absence of Portable Protective Breathing Equipment (PBE) in the forward area of certain Bombardier Inc. CL-600-2B16 aircraft. This directive mandates inspection and installation of PBE devices marked with Technical Standard Order (TSO) C116 or C116a if missing. The affected aircraft are specific serial numbers of the Bombardier CL-600-2B16 model.

Apr 3, 2023
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBombardier CL-600 (Challenger)Bombardier CL-600-2B16

EASA AD CF-2023-22

Landing Gear — Nose Landing Gear and Doors — Loss of Pivot Pin Retention Bolt

Airworthiness Directive CF-2023-22 is issued by Transport Canada and applies to De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited model DHC-8-401 and DHC-8-402 aeroplanes, serial numbers 4001 and 4003 through 4633. The directive addresses the loss of the pivot pin retention bolt on the nose landing gear and associated doors, which could lead to loss of directional control or tire rupture during take-off or landing. It mandates specific inspections, replacements, and maintenance actions to ensure continued airworthiness.

Mar 31, 2023
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtDe Havilland Canada DHC-8De Havilland DHC-8-401De Havilland DHC-8-402

EASA AD 2023-0071-E

Main Rotor — Pitch Link Upper Rod End Assembly — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0071-E is an emergency directive addressing the inspection of the main rotor pitch link upper rod end assembly with Part Number 3G6230A01133 installed on Leonardo AB139 and AW139 helicopters. It mandates a one-time dimensional check of affected parts to detect incorrect bearing installation that could lead to part fracture and potential loss of helicopter control. This directive applies to all serial numbers of the specified helicopter models.

Mar 31, 2023
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtLeonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AB139Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AW139Leonardo AB139Leonardo AW139

EASA AD 2023-0069

Fire Protection — Rear Engine Cowling Sight Glasses — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0069 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency concerning Airbus Helicopters EC 175 B models. It addresses the replacement of rear engine cowling sight glasses that are not fire-proof, which affects all EC 175 B helicopters except those with modification 99A06348 installed. The directive mandates replacing these sight glasses with redesigned fire-proof parts to enhance fire protection.

Mar 30, 2023
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters EC175Airbus Helicopters EC 175 B

EASA AD 2023-0068

Wings — Centre Wing Box Fasteners — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0068 is an airworthiness directive affecting Airbus A350-941 aeroplanes, except those with Airbus modification 109799 embodied in production. It addresses the replacement of centre wing box fasteners that may rotate inside their holes, potentially causing fuel vapour leakage into the cabin. The directive mandates replacement of affected fasteners with improved friction material fasteners and additional work to ensure proper fuel vapour barrier paint application.

Mar 30, 2023
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A350Airbus A350-941

EASA AD 2021-0264R1

Engine — Critical Parts — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0264R1 is a regulatory update addressing critical parts replacement for GE Aviation Czech M601 series engines installed on various aircraft including the Aircraft Industries L-410 and L-420, Air Tractor AT series, Allied Ag Cat G-164, Thrush S-2R, and Viking Air DHC-3 Otter. The directive focuses on ensuring the replacement and proper identification of affected compressor cases and drums to prevent engine failures. It mandates compliance with specific life limits and logbook corrections to maintain engine airworthiness.

Mar 28, 2023
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtGe Aviation Czech M601Aircraft Industries L-410Aircraft Industries L-420Air Tractor AT seriesAllied Ag Cat G-164Thrush S-2RViking Air DHC-3 Otter