EASA Regulations & Airworthiness Directives

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EASA AD 2019-0307R1

Landing Gear — Carbon Brake Assembly — Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0307R1 is an updated regulatory requirement addressing the inspection and replacement of carbon brake assemblies on Dornier 228-212 aeroplanes. It applies to specific carbon brake assemblies with part numbers 5009850-1, 5009850-2, 5009850-3, and 5009850-4. The directive mandates inspections to detect loose bolts and other discrepancies that could lead to brake assembly detachment and compromised aircraft control during landing or roll-out.

Mar 28, 2023

Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtGeneral Atomics Aerotec Systems Gmbh 228Dornier 228-212

EASA AD US-2021-21-02

SUPERSEDED BY FAA AD 2024-11-01

FAA Airworthiness Directive 2021-21-02 is a final rule addressing certain Airbus SAS airplanes including models A318, A319, A320, A321, A330 series, A340 series, and A380-800 series equipped with parts manufacturer approval (PMA) nickel-cadmium (Ni-Cd) batteries. This directive targets the reduction in battery capacity caused by repetitive disconnection and reconnection of these PMA Ni-Cd batteries during airplane parking or storage.

Mar 28, 2023

Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A318Airbus A319Airbus A320Airbus A321Airbus A330Airbus A340Airbus A380Airbus A380-800

EASA AD US-2023-03-04

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks — Airworthiness Limitations Section — Amendment

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2023-03-04 is a final rule addressing all Boeing Model 777 airplanes. It mandates modifications and inspections related to the fuel system, including installation of Teflon sleeves, cap sealing of fasteners, and revisions to maintenance programs to incorporate more restrictive airworthiness limitations. This directive aims to mitigate the risk of fuel tank explosions caused by arcing in the main and center fuel tanks.

Mar 28, 2023

Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 777

EASA AD US-2023-03-20

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks — Airworthiness Limitations Section — Amendment

The FAA Airworthiness Directive 2023-03-20 is a final rule addressing all Boeing Model 747-400, -400D, and -400F series airplanes. It mandates revisions to the maintenance or inspection programs to incorporate new or more restrictive airworthiness limitations related to the fuel system. This directive aims to enhance safety by reducing the risk of fuel tank ignition sources.

Mar 28, 2023

Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 747Boeing 747-400Boeing 747-400DBoeing 747-400F

EASA AD 2023-0066

Equipment / Furnishings — Hoist Boom Assembly — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0066 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency concerning the inspection of hoist boom assemblies on Airbus Helicopters Deutschland GmbH EC135, EC635, and MBB-BK117 helicopter models. The directive mandates repetitive inspections of specific hoist boom assembly parts identified by part numbers 44301-500, 44307-500, and 44307-500-1 to ensure continued airworthiness and safety. It applies to all variants and serial numbers of the affected helicopter models.

Mar 24, 2023

Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters EC135Airbus Helicopters 635Airbus Helicopters MBB-BK 117Airbus Helicopters EC635Airbus Helicopters MBB-BK117

EASA AD 2023-0067

Fuselage — Butt Strap Skin Panels — Inspection / Repair

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0067 is an airworthiness directive issued by EASA concerning Airbus A380-841 and A380-861 aeroplanes with specific manufacturer serial numbers. It addresses inspection and repair requirements for the butt strap skin panels at the orbital junction of Frame 22 and Stringer 33 on the left-hand side of the fuselage. The directive mandates inspections and corrective actions to ensure structural integrity of the affected area.

Mar 24, 2023

Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A380Airbus A380-841Airbus A380-861

EASA AD BR-2021-05-01R1

Hydraulic Power - Alternating Current Motor Pump - Replacement

Brazilian Airworthiness Directive AD 2021-05-01R1 is an amendment issued by the Agência Nacional de Aviação Civil (ANAC) affecting Embraer ERJ190-300 and ERJ190-400 aircraft equipped with hydraulic system #3 main alternating current motor pump (ACMP 3A) Part Number 3033041-101. This directive addresses premature failures of the ACMP 3A tail bearing that could lead to loss of hydraulic system #3 and impact electrical power distribution, potentially compromising aircraft control. It mandates updated Aircraft Flight Manual (AFM) procedures and replacement of the affected pump with a more robust part number.

Mar 22, 2023

Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtFlight OpsEmbraer ERJ 190Embraer ERJ190-300Embraer ERJ190-400

EASA AD US-2023-04-19

Engine - High Pressure Compressor Rotor Stage 7-9 Spool - Inspection

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2023-04-19 addresses certain General Electric Company GE90-110B1 and GE90-115B turbofan engines. It mandates fluorescent penetrant inspections (FPI) on the high-pressure compressor rotor stage 7-9 spools due to incomplete inspections during overhaul. This directive targets specific spool part numbers and serial numbers identified in GE Service Bulletin 72-0905.

Mar 21, 2023

Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtGeneral Electric GE90

EASA AD 2023-0065

Flight Controls — Rudder Control Rod — Functional Check / Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0065 is an airworthiness directive addressing the rudder control rod on Dornier 328-100 and Dornier 328-300 aeroplanes. It mandates a one-time functional check and general visual inspection of specific rudder control rods with part numbers 001A272A4042000 and 001D272A4042000 to detect potential buckling risks during critical flight phases. The directive also requires reporting inspection results and corrective actions if discrepancies are found.

Mar 20, 2023

Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtDeutsche Aircraft Gmbh Dornier 328Dornier 328-100Dornier 328-300

EASA AD 2023-0064

Main Rotor — Pitch Rod Upper Links — Marking / Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0064 is issued for Airbus Helicopters AS 350, EC 130, AS 355, AS 365, and SA 365 models. It addresses the main rotor pitch rod upper links, specifically the pitch rod lever axis attachment screws with Part Number 350A31-1873-20, requiring marking and inspection to detect loss of screw torque. The directive aims to prevent potential loss of control due to failure of these components.

Mar 20, 2023

Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters AS 350Airbus Helicopters EC 130Airbus Helicopters AS 355Airbus Helicopters SAAirbus Helicopters AS 365Airbus Helicopters EC 155Airbus Helicopters SA 365

EASA AD 2023-0063

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2024-0033

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0063 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Dassault Aviation Falcon 7X aeroplanes, including those modified with Dassault modification M1000 (Falcon 8X). It mandates compliance with updated airworthiness limitations and maintenance tasks as specified in the Dassault Falcon 7X Aircraft Maintenance Manual, Airworthiness Limitations Section, Revision 11. The directive ensures continued airworthiness by enforcing replacement of life-limited parts and adherence to maintenance intervals.

Mar 20, 2023

Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtDassault Falcon 7X

EASA AD 2023-0062

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2025-0126

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0062 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Dassault Aviation Mystère-Falcon 20-( )5 series aeroplanes. It mandates compliance with updated structural inspection and maintenance requirements as specified in the Dassault Mystère-Falcon 20 Aircraft Maintenance Manual Airworthiness Limitations Section Chapter 5-40 Revision 11. This directive ensures continued airworthiness by enforcing life limits and maintenance tasks for these aircraft.

Mar 20, 2023

Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtDassault MystÃ¨re-Falcon 20Dassault Mystère-Falcon 20

EASA SIB 2023-04

Exhaust System Modification

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2023-04 is an airworthiness bulletin addressing exhaust system modifications for AQUILA AT01 and AT01-100 aeroplanes equipped with the BRP-Rotax 912S3 engine. The bulletin provides information about an improved exhaust system designed to enhance engine reliability and life. It is intended to inform operators and maintenance personnel about this recommended modification.

Mar 17, 2023

Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtAquila Aviation Gmbh AT01Brp-Rotax Gmbh & Co Kg 912 S

EASA AD 2023-0061

Nacelles / Pylons — Nacelle Panels — Inspection

The document titled 'Nacelles / Pylons — Nacelle Panels — Inspection' is an explanatory statement issued by EASA regarding the absence of an Airworthiness Directive (AD) for the Airbus A400M aircraft in civil service. It clarifies that no public AD exists because the Airbus A400M is currently not operated in civil aviation, and the document serves as an informational record for military authorities and design approval holders. The document recommends that military airworthiness authorities issue their own ADs for the affected aircraft.

Mar 17, 2023

Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Military A400MAirbus A400M

EASA AD 2023-0057

Airborne Auxiliary Power — Auxiliary Power Unit Fuel Control Unit — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0057 is an airworthiness directive addressing Airbus A330 and A340 aeroplanes equipped with Honeywell GTCP331-350 auxiliary power units (APUs). The directive targets specific APU fuel control units with part numbers 3883240-3, 3883240-5, or 3883240-6 that have known cracks in the housing assembly, which could cause fuel leakage. The AD mandates replacement of affected fuel control units to ensure continued safe operation.

Mar 16, 2023

Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A330Airbus A340

EASA AD 2023-0055

Landing Gear — Wheels and Brakes / Brake unit — Replacement

Landing Gear — Wheels and Brakes / Brake unit — Replacement is a regulatory document concerning the replacement procedures for brake units on the Aircraft Industries L 410/420 (Turbolet) aircraft. It addresses maintenance and safety requirements specific to the landing gear's wheels and brakes system for these aircraft models. The document provides guidance to ensure proper brake unit replacement to maintain airworthiness.

Mar 16, 2023

Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAircraft Industries L 410Aircraft Industries 420 (Turbolet)Aircraft Industries L 410/420

EASA AD CF-2023-18

Pneumatic — Non-Conforming Bleed Air Leak Detection System Sensing Elements

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2023-18 addresses the pneumatic system on Bombardier Inc. model BD-700-2A12 aeroplanes, serial numbers 70005 and subsequent. It focuses on non-conforming bleed air leak detection system sensing elements that may have insufficient salt fill, potentially impairing hot bleed air leak detection. This directive mandates testing and replacement of affected sensing elements to ensure continued safe flight and landing.

Mar 16, 2023

Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBombardier BD-700Bombardier BD-700-2A12

EASA SIB SAIB-2023-04

Propeller Assembly by Trinity Specialized Services, LLC

The Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin SAIB: 2023-04 is an FAA information bulletin addressing airworthiness concerns related to Hartzell and McCauley propellers that were returned to service by Trinity Specialized Services, LLC between January 29, 2016 and March 25, 2021. The bulletin highlights improper maintenance and overhaul practices affecting these propellers but does not mandate regulatory action. It is intended to inform owners, operators, maintenance technicians, and inspectors about potential reliability issues with these propellers.

Mar 16, 2023

EASA AD 2023-0056

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2023-0158

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0158 addresses safety requirements for Airbus S.A.S. A330 and A340 aircraft models. This directive supersedes previous related airworthiness directives to ensure continued airworthiness and operational safety of these aircraft types. It provides updated instructions and mandates compliance with revised maintenance or inspection procedures.

Mar 16, 2023

Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A330Airbus A340

EASA AD 2023-0058

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2025-0123

EASA Airworthiness Directive SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2025-0123 addresses the Dassault Aviation Mystère-Falcon 20 aircraft. This directive pertains to specific airworthiness concerns related to this aircraft type. The document has been superseded by a newer directive, EASA AD 2025-0123, which contains the latest requirements.

Mar 16, 2023

Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtDassault MystÃ¨re-Falcon 20Dassault Mystère-Falcon 20