EASA Regulations & Airworthiness Directives

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EASA AD G-2023-0001

Landing Gear — Nose and Main Landing Gear — Recording of Life / Replacement

Civil Aviation Authority Airworthiness Directive G-2023-0001 is a regulatory document addressing the recording of life and replacement requirements for nose and main landing gear on Britten-Norman BN2 Islander and BN2A Mk III Trislander aeroplanes fitted with Fairey Hydraulics Ltd (FHL) or Britten Norman Aircraft (BNA) landing gear. It specifies fatigue life limits for various landing gear assemblies and components to ensure continued structural integrity and safe operation of these aircraft.

Feb 15, 2023

Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBritten-Norman Aerospace BN2Britten-Norman Aerospace BN2A (Islander)Britten-Norman Aerospace BN2A Mark III (Trislander)Britten-Norman Aerospace BN2B (Islander)Britten-Norman Aerospace BN2T (Turbine Islander)Britten-Norman BN2 IslanderBritten-Norman BN2A Mk III Trislander

EASA AD 2023-0039

Main Landing Gear — Wheel Axles — Inspection

The document titled 'Main Landing Gear — Wheel Axles — 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 not operated in civil aviation, and the document serves as an informational record for military authorities. The official AD requirements for this aircraft type are issued by the respective military airworthiness authorities depending on the country of registration.

Feb 15, 2023

OtherMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Military A400MAirbus A400M

EASA AD CF-2023-09

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

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2023-09 addresses a safety issue in Bombardier Inc. model BD-100-1A10 (Challenger 300/350) aircraft related to non-conforming bleed air leak detection system sensing elements. These sensing elements may have insufficient salt fill, impairing the detection of hot bleed air leaks. The directive mandates revisions to the Airplane Flight Manual and testing or replacement of affected sensing elements to ensure continued safe flight.

Feb 15, 2023

Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBombardier BD-100Bombardier BD-100-1A10

EASA AD CF-2023-07

SUPERSEDED BY TCCA AD CF-2025-51

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2023-07 addresses an uncommanded flap extension issue affecting Bombardier Inc. CL-600-1A11, CL-600-2A12, and CL-600-2B16 aircraft across all serial numbers. The directive mandates operational testing of the flap control system to verify the functionality of retract relays following an incident involving unexpected flap movement during climb. This AD aims to ensure continued safe operation of these Challenger series aircraft.

Feb 15, 2023

Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBombardier CL-600 (Challenger)Bombardier Challenger 600-1A11Bombardier Challenger 600-2A12Bombardier Challenger 600-2B16

EASA AD 2023-0038

Airplane Flight Manual — Section Normal Procedures / Electrical Burning Smell in Cabin — Amendment

The Airplane Flight Manual — Section Normal Procedures / Electrical Burning Smell in Cabin — Amendment applies to the PILATUS AIRCRAFT LTD PC-24 aircraft. This amendment updates the normal procedures section of the flight manual to address the occurrence of an electrical burning smell in the cabin. It provides revised guidance for flight crews to identify and respond to this specific electrical issue.

Feb 14, 2023

OtherFlight OpsSafety MgmtPilatus Aircraft PC-24PILATUS PC-24

EASA AD CF-2023-08

Equipment / Furnishings — Connector Not To Specification — Emergency Power Supply Unit

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2023-08 addresses a manufacturing defect in the electrical connectors of Emergency Power Supply Units (EPSU) on Airbus Canada BD-500-1A11 aircraft, serial numbers 55071 to 55074. The directive mandates corrective actions to ensure proper connector locking and prevent loss of emergency lighting. This directive applies specifically to certain Airbus Canada Limited Partnership aircraft formerly known as Bombardier Inc. models.

Feb 14, 2023

Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus BD-500 (A220 Series)Airbus Canada BD-500-1A11

EASA AD 2023-0037-E

Equipment / Furnishings — Forward Evacuation Ladder — Marking / Operational Restriction

The document titled Equipment / Furnishings — Forward Evacuation Ladder — Marking / Operational Restriction is an explanatory statement regarding the absence of an Airworthiness Directive (AD) 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 by EASA solely for information to military authorities and design approval holders. The document advises that legally binding ADs for this aircraft type are issued by the relevant military authorities depending on the country of registration.

Feb 13, 2023

OtherMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Military A400MAirbus A400M

EASA AD 2023-0036

Main Rotor — Hub Scissors Assembly / Attachment Bolts — Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0036 is an airworthiness directive addressing the inspection and replacement of main rotor hub scissors assembly attachment bolts on Airbus Helicopters EC 120 B models. It applies to all serial numbers of the EC 120 B helicopter and focuses on bolts with part numbers C623A2110104 and C623A2110105. The directive mandates inspections, markings, and potential replacement or modification of affected parts to ensure continued airworthiness.

Feb 13, 2023

Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters EC 120 B

EASA AD CF-2023-06

Oxygen System — Passenger Oxygen Mask Lanyard Improper Sleeve Loop Crimping and/or Ends not Sealed

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2023-06 addresses issues with the passenger oxygen mask lanyard assemblies on Bombardier Inc. model CL-600-2B16 aircraft, specifically serial numbers 5702 through 5988. The directive identifies improper sleeve loop crimping and unsealed ends on certain oxygen mask lanyards that could prevent oxygen flow during emergencies. It mandates inspection and, if necessary, replacement of affected lanyards to ensure passenger safety.

Feb 13, 2023

Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBombardier CL-600 (Challenger)Bombardier CL-600-2B16

EASA AD CF-2023-05

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

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2023-05 addresses a safety issue on Bombardier Inc. model CL-600-2B16 aeroplanes, serial numbers 5580 to 5665, 5701 to 5988, and 6050 and subsequent. The directive concerns non-conforming bleed air leak detection system sensing elements that may fail to detect hot bleed air leaks due to insufficient salt fill. This AD mandates testing and replacement of affected sensing elements to ensure continued safe flight and landing.

Feb 13, 2023

Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBombardier CL-600 (Challenger)Bombardier CL-600-2B16

EASA AD ISR-I-35-2022-12-9

Supernumerary Oxygen System Mask Replacement

Airworthiness Directive AD ISR I-35-2022-12-9 issued by the Civil Aviation Authority of Israel mandates the replacement of supernumerary oxygen system masks on Boeing 737-300/-400 and 737-700/-800 aircraft. The directive applies to aircraft serial numbers listed in service bulletins SB 365-35-M058 and SB 365-35-M011. It requires the installation of oxygen masks with TSO C64a authorization to ensure compliance with airworthiness regulations.

Feb 13, 2023

Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 737Israel Aerospace Industries CAA Israel STC SA136Israel Aerospace Industries CAA Israel STC SA160Israel Aerospace Industries CAA Israel STC SA299Israel Aerospace Industries CAA Israel STC SA300

EASA AD 2021-0158R1

Fuel — Standby Fuel Pump — Operational Check

The document titled 'Fuel — Standby Fuel Pump — Operational Check' is an explanatory statement related to the absence of an Airworthiness Directive (AD) 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 document serves as an informational record provided by EASA to military authorities. The document recommends that military airworthiness authorities issue their own ADs for the affected military aircraft.

Feb 10, 2023

Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Military A400MAirbus A400M

EASA AD 2023-0035

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2026-0045

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0035 is issued for Leonardo S.p.A. A119 and AW119MKII helicopters up to serial number 14999 inclusive. It addresses inspection and replacement requirements for the collective stick torque tube assemblies with part number 109-0011-03-105 due to manufacturing defects causing abnormal rotations. The directive mandates repetitive inspections and corrective actions to ensure continued safe operation.

Feb 10, 2023

Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtLeonardo S.P.A. Helicopters A109Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters A119Leonardo A119Leonardo AW119MKII

EASA AD 2023-0032

Fuselage — Frame 67 Belly Fairing Joints — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0032 is an airworthiness directive issued by EASA concerning specific Airbus A380 models, including A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 with certain manufacturer serial numbers. It mandates inspections of the fuselage belly fairing joints at frame 67 to detect potential fatigue cracks. The directive aims to maintain structural integrity and safety of the affected aircraft.

Feb 8, 2023

Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A380

EASA AD 2023-0033

Fuselage — Frame 72 Fairing Hardpoints — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0033 is an airworthiness directive issued by EASA concerning Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes. It mandates inspections of the fuselage fairing hardpoints at frame 72 to detect potential fatigue cracks that could compromise structural integrity. The directive applies specifically to affected aircraft identified by manufacturer serial numbers in the referenced Airbus Service Bulletin.

Feb 8, 2023

Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A380

EASA AD 2023-0034

Fuselage — Frame 80 Fairing Outboard End Fitting Assemblies — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0034 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes. It mandates inspections of the fuselage belly fairing outboard end fitting assemblies at frame 80 to detect potential cracks that could compromise structural integrity. The directive references Airbus Service Bulletin A380-53-8212 for inspection procedures.

Feb 8, 2023

Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A380Airbus A380-841Airbus A380-842Airbus A380-861

EASA AD 2023-0031

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2023-0124

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0031 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes. It addresses the replacement of certain right-hand and left-hand body landing gear rear axles identified as affected due to corrosion and potential failure risks. The directive mandates inspections and replacement of these parts to ensure continued airworthiness and safety.

Feb 8, 2023

Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A380Airbus A380-841Airbus A380-842Airbus A380-861

EASA AD US-2023-02-02

NOT ADOPTED - EASA DECISION ATTACHED

The Federal Aviation Administration's Final Rule titled 'Airworthiness Directives; Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation Airplanes' establishes a new airworthiness directive (AD 2023-02-02) applicable to all Gulfstream Model GV and GV-SP airplanes, including marketing designations G500, G550, and G500-5000. This directive addresses the omission of a life limit for the main landing gear (MLG) trunnion pin part number 1159SCL566-17 in the airworthiness limitations section of the maintenance manual.

Feb 7, 2023

Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtGulfstream Aerospace Corporation GVGulfstream GVGulfstream GV-SP

EASA AD US-2021-26-02

NOT ADOPTED - EASA DECISION ATTACHED

The document titled NOT ADOPTED - EASA DECISION ATTACHED is an EASA decision regarding the suspension of adoption of FAA Airworthiness Directive 2021-26-02. This FAA AD applies to Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation Model GV and GV-SP aeroplanes and addresses the omission of a life limit for a main landing gear trunnion pin in the maintenance manual. EASA decided not to adopt the FAA AD due to more conservative life cycle limits required during their validation process for safe-life landing gear components.

Feb 7, 2023

Agency DecisionMaintenanceSafety MgmtGulfstream Aerospace Corporation GVGulfstream GVGulfstream GV-SP

EASA AD US-2023-02-12

Power Plant - Cylinder Assembly or Intake Valve - Inspection / Replacement

Federal Aviation Administration Airworthiness Directive 2023-02-12 is a final rule addressing certain Continental Aerospace Technologies, Inc. reciprocating engines equipped with specific Superior Air Parts, Inc. cylinder assemblies or intake valves. The affected engines include models such as GTSIO-520, IO-470, IO-520, IO-550, and others. This directive mandates inspection and replacement of intake valves that were found to be out of specification and prone to failure.

Feb 7, 2023