EASA Regulations & Airworthiness Directives

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EASA AD 2022-0247

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2023-0115

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0247 is issued for 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 airworthiness limitations and maintenance tasks as specified in the Rolls-Royce Trent 1000 Time Limits Manual Revision 23 dated 01 July 2022. It applies to all serial numbers of the affected engine models to ensure continued airworthiness.

Dec 14, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtRolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg TRENT 1000

EASA SIB CASA-2022-05

Circuit Breaker Panels — Inadequate Torque on Mounting Hardware

Transport Canada Civil Aviation Safety Alert CASA 2022-05 is a safety alert addressing inadequate torque on mounting hardware of circuit breaker panels #1 and #2 in Mitsubishi Heavy Industries RJ Aviation CRJ 550/700/701/702/705/900/1000 aeroplanes. The alert highlights issues with improper assembly and torque values on circuit breaker bar connections and bus bar connections that have led to in-flight system failures and increased crew workload.

Dec 12, 2022
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtMHI RJ Aviation CL-600 (Regional Jet)

EASA SIB CE-19-01R1

Engine Oil and Airplane Hour Meter; Pressure Switch Failure

The Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin SAIB: CE-19-01 R1 is an FAA advisory addressing the failure of the engine oil pressure switch (part number 83278) on Textron Aviation Inc. Model 172R and 172S airplanes. This bulletin highlights concerns about premature failure of the oil pressure switch, which can lead to oil leaks, obscured pilot vision, and potential engine failure. It provides information to owners, operators, and maintenance personnel to increase awareness and promote preventative measures.

Dec 8, 2022
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtTextron Aviation 172 (Skyhawk)

EASA SIB SAIB-2022-23

Incomplete Inspections during Overhaul by Stockton Propeller, Inc. (SPI)

The Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin SAIB: 2022-23 is an FAA advisory regarding incomplete inspections during overhaul performed by Stockton Propeller, Inc. (SPI) on certain Hartzell Propeller, McCauley Propeller, Sensenich Propellers, Hamilton Standard, and Hamilton Sundstrand model propellers. It informs owners and operators that the outboard section of airfoils on affected propellers processed by SPI between April 22, 2016, and April 22, 2022, may not have undergone required etch and dye penetrant inspections.

Dec 8, 2022
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtHamilton Sundstrand HARTZELL PROPELLER INC.:MCCAULEY PROPELLER SYSTEMS:SENSENICH PROPELLERS:Safety Information Bulletin:Airworthiness

EASA SIB SAIB-2022-21

Emergency Flotation Section, Pop-Out Float Underinflation

The Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin SAIB 2022-21 is an FAA informational bulletin addressing under-inflation issues in the pop-out floats of Robinson Helicopter Company Model R44 and R44 II helicopters. It highlights a problem where improper packing and hose misalignment can cause one float to under-inflate during water landings, potentially compromising buoyancy. This bulletin does not impose mandatory actions but provides guidance to prevent this issue.

Nov 24, 2022
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtRobinson R44 (Raven)

EASA AD 2022-0222

Engine Exhaust — Thrust Reverser Lower Beam — Inspection / Repair

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0222 is an airworthiness directive affecting Airbus A330-243, A330-243F, A330-341, A330-342, A330-343, and A330-743L aeroplanes equipped with Trent 700 engines. It mandates inspections and repairs of the thrust reverser lower beam to address thermal degradation and fatigue issues that could compromise structural integrity. The directive includes detailed inspection procedures and corrective actions to ensure continued airworthiness.

Nov 21, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A330Airbus A330-243Airbus A330-243FAirbus A330-341Airbus A330-342Airbus A330-343Airbus A330-743L

EASA AD 2022-0225

Engine Fuel & Control — Fuel Pump — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0225 is an airworthiness directive addressing Rolls-Royce Deutschland RB211 Trent 800 series engines installed on Boeing 777 aircraft. It mandates replacement of certain Eaton Corporation fuel pumps identified as affected parts due to corrosion and debris issues that can cause engine thrust loss. The directive ensures continued airworthiness by requiring removal and replacement of these fuel pumps to prevent engine in-flight shutdowns.

Nov 21, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtRolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg RB211 TRENT 800Boeing 777

EASA AD 2022-0224

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks — Airworthiness Limitations Section — Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0224 is an amendment addressing the time limits and maintenance checks for SAFRAN Helicopter Engines Makila 2A1 engines, commonly installed on Airbus Helicopters EC 225 LP models. This directive mandates compliance with updated airworthiness limitations and maintenance tasks specified in the SAFRAN Makila 2A1 Maintenance Manual Airworthiness Limitations Section Update 16. It ensures continued airworthiness by enforcing life limits and maintenance requirements for these engines.

Nov 21, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtSafran MAKILA 2Airbus Helicopters EC 225 LP

EASA AD 2022-0223

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks — Airworthiness Limitations Section — Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0223 is an amendment addressing time limits and maintenance checks for SAFRAN Makila 2A helicopter engines, commonly installed on Airbus Helicopters EC 225 LP models. It mandates compliance with updated airworthiness limitations specified in the SAFRAN Makila 2A Maintenance Manual, Airworthiness Limitations Section Update 16. This directive ensures continued airworthiness by enforcing mandatory maintenance tasks and life limits for engine components.

Nov 21, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtSafran MAKILA 2Airbus Helicopters EC 225 LP

EASA AD CF-2022-63

Fuselage — Wing-to-Fuselage Joint — Moisture Ingress Between Front and Rear Spar Frame Segments

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2022-63 addresses moisture ingress issues in the wing-to-fuselage joint of De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited DHC-8-401 and -402 aeroplanes, serial numbers 4001 and 4003 through 4624. The directive mandates inspections and retrofits to prevent corrosion and potential structural failure at the front and rear spar frame segments. This AD ensures continued airworthiness and safety of the affected aircraft models.

Nov 18, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtDe Havilland Canada DHC-8De Havilland Aircraft of Canada DHC-8-401De Havilland Aircraft of Canada DHC-8-402

EASA AD CF-2022-64

SUPERSEDED BY TCCA AD CF-2024-36

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2022-64 is an emergency directive affecting Airbus Canada Limited Partnership aeroplanes Model BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11. It addresses the risk of inadvertent autopilot engagement during takeoff, which can lead to premature rotation and potential loss of control. The directive mandates amendments to the Airplane Flight Manual to include warnings about autopilot use during takeoff.

Nov 18, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveFlight OpsSafety MgmtAirbus BD-500 (A220 Series)Airbus Canada BD-500-1A10Airbus Canada BD-500-1A11

EASA AD ISR-I-53-19-10-5R01

Forward Fuel Tank Probes Clearance Verification

The Forward Fuel Tank Probes Clearance Verification Airworthiness Directive 4000-3007-2022-0013262 is issued by the Civil Aviation Authority of Israel and applies to GALP model G280 aircraft with serial numbers 2001 through 2184. This directive addresses a potential clearance issue between fuel probes number 1 and 3 and the forward fuel tank structure. It mandates inspection and adjustment to ensure safe operation of the affected aircraft.

Nov 17, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtGulfstream (Galp) G280GALP G280

EASA AD 2022-0220

Equipment / Furnishings — Main Rotor Flight Controls / Shear-Button Safety-Cap — Operational Check

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0220 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency addressing the operational check of the main rotor flight controls' hoist shear-button safety-cap on Airbus Helicopters models AS 355, AS 365, SA 365, EC 155, AS 332, and EC 225 LP. The directive targets helicopters equipped with hoist provisions and focuses on ensuring the proper functioning of the safety-cap spring to prevent inadvertent activation of the hoist shear-button. It applies to specific collective pitch handles identified by part numbers listed in the directive.

Nov 16, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters AS 355Airbus Helicopters SA 330Airbus Helicopters AS 332Airbus Helicopters EC 225Airbus Helicopters SAAirbus Helicopters AS 365Airbus Helicopters EC 155Airbus Helicopters AS355Airbus Helicopters AS365Airbus Helicopters SA365Airbus Helicopters EC155Airbus Helicopters AS332Airbus Helicopters EC225

EASA AD 2022-0221

Tail Rotor — Drive Shaft — Inspection / Test

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0221 is an airworthiness directive addressing Leonardo AB206A and AB206B helicopters equipped with specific tail rotor driveshafts. It mandates inspections and tests of the tail rotor driveshafts to detect disbonded adapters that could lead to part failure and loss of helicopter control. The directive applies to driveshafts with specified part numbers and requires compliance to ensure continued airworthiness.

Nov 16, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtLeonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AB206Leonardo AB206ALeonardo AB206B

EASA AD CF-2022-60

SUPERSEDED BY TCCA AD CF-2023-44

The Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2022-60 addresses the impact of 5G C-band wireless technology interference on Bombardier BD-700-1A10 and BD-700-1A11 aircraft models. It mandates modifications to the aircraft flight manual (AFM) and restricts the use of certain minimal equipment list (MMEL) items to mitigate radio altimeter signal disruptions caused by 5G signals. This directive aims to ensure safe aircraft operation during takeoff, approach, and landing phases in airspace where 5G C-band deployment affects radio altimeter reliability.

Nov 15, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveFlight OpsSafety MgmtBombardier BD-700Bombardier BD-700-1A10Bombardier BD-700-1A11

EASA AD CF-2022-61

SUPERSEDED BY TCCA AD CF-2023-45

The Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2022-61 addresses the impact of 5G C-band wireless broadband technology interference on Bombardier BD-700-2A12 aircraft. It mandates modifications to the aircraft flight manual (AFM) and restricts the use of certain minimal equipment list (MMEL) items to mitigate radio altimeter signal disruptions caused by 5G signals. This directive applies to all serial numbers of the Bombardier BD-700-2A12 model.

Nov 15, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveFlight OpsMaintenanceSafety MgmtBombardier BD-700Bombardier BD-700-2A12

EASA AD CF-2022-62

Rotors Flight Controls — Collective Lever to Swashplate Outer Ring Fouling

The Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2022-62 addresses a potential interference issue between the collective lever and the swashplate outer ring on Bell Textron Canada Limited Model 505 helicopters, specifically serial numbers 65011 to 65412 and others listed. This directive mandates inspections and adjustments to ensure safe clearance between these components to prevent flight control malfunctions. It applies to the main rotor flight control system and aims to maintain helicopter operational safety.

Nov 14, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBell 505 (Jet Ranger X)Bell Textron Canada Limited 505

EASA AD US-2022-21-06

Engine - Low Pressure Turbine Stage 5 Discs - Removal / Replacement

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2022-21-06 addresses certain General Electric Company CF34-8C and CF34-8E model turbofan engines. It focuses on the removal and replacement of the low-pressure turbine (LPT) stage 5 disk, part number 4117T14P02, due to a reported crack in the forward arm area. This directive aims to ensure continued airworthiness and safety of affected engines.

Nov 10, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtGeneral Electric CF34-8

EASA AD US-2022-22-12

NOT ADOPTED - EASA DECISION ATTACHED

The document titled NOT ADOPTED - EASA DECISION ATTACHED is an official position from EASA regarding FAA Airworthiness Directive 2022-22-12. This FAA AD applies to certain helicopters modified by FAA STC SR01298NY, including Bell Textron Inc. type designs and Leonardo AB412 helicopters. EASA has determined that FAA AD 2022-22-12 is not eligible for adoption within the European Union because the FAA STC SR01298NY is not validated by EASA for all affected helicopter types, specifically Leonardo AB412 helicopters.

Nov 10, 2022
Agency DecisionMaintenanceSafety MgmtBell Textron Inc. (Bti) 204BBell Textron Inc. (Bti) 205Bell Textron Inc. (Bti) 210Bell Textron Inc. (Bti) 212Bell Textron Inc. (Bti) 412Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AB212Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AB412Mcdermott 214 Holdings, 214Bell Textron Inc. HelicopterLeonardo AB412

EASA AD 2022-0219

Engine — Hot Strut Module — Inspection

The document titled Engine — Hot Strut Module — Inspection is an informational Airworthiness Directive record created by EASA regarding the Europrop International GmbH TP400-D6 engine. It clarifies that no Europrop TP400-D6 engines are currently in civil service, so no public AD exists. The document serves as a recommendation for military authorities responsible for aircraft equipped with TP400-D6 engines to issue their own applicable ADs.

Nov 9, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtEpi Europrop International Gmbh TP400-D6