EASA Regulations & Airworthiness Directives

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EASA AD CF-2020-02R1

Auto Flight System — Airplane Flight Manual Limitations and Procedures — Velocity Decay during Low Level Altitudes Capture in One Engine Inoperative Conditions

The Auto Flight System — Airplane Flight Manual Limitations and Procedures — Velocity Decay during Low Level Altitudes Capture in One Engine Inoperative Conditions is a Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2020-02R1 addressing Bombardier CL-600 series aircraft, specifically models CL-600-1A11, CL-600-2A12, and CL-600-2B16. It focuses on the risk of significant airspeed decay during altitude capture modes (ALTSEL, ASEL, ALTS CAP) when operating with one engine inoperative. The directive mandates updates to the Airplane Flight Manual (AFM) to include new limitations and procedures to mitigate this unsafe condition.

Aug 16, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveFlight OpsSafety MgmtBombardier CL-600 (Challenger)Bombardier CL-600-1A11Bombardier CL-600-2A12Bombardier CL-600-2B16

EASA AD CF-2022-45

Auto Flight System — Airplane Flight Manual Limitations and Procedures — Velocity Decay during Low Level Altitudes Capture (V) ALTS CAP or (V) ALTV CAP modes in One Engine Inoperative Conditions

Airworthiness Directive CF-2022-45 is issued by Transport Canada and addresses the Auto Flight System limitations and procedures related to velocity decay during low level altitude capture modes (V ALTS CAP or V ALTV CAP) in one engine inoperative conditions. This directive applies specifically to Bombardier Inc. CL-600-2B16 aircraft, serial numbers 5301 through 5665, 5701 through 5988, and 6050 through 6160. It mandates updates to the Airplane Flight Manual (AFM) to ensure safe operation during engine failure scenarios in these flight modes.

Aug 16, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveFlight OpsSafety MgmtBombardier CL-600 (Challenger)Bombardier CL-600-2B16

EASA AD CF-2022-46

Landing Gear — Forward Crosstube — New Airworthiness Limitation

The Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2022-46 addresses the landing gear forward crosstube on Bell Textron Inc. helicopters models 204B, 205A-1, 205B, 212, 214B, 214B-1, 412, 412 CF, and 412 EP modified with Dart Aerospace Ltd. forward crosstube part number D212-664-101/-101B. This directive introduces a new airworthiness limitation concerning the fatigue life of the forward crosstube to enhance safety. It mandates compliance with updated maintenance instructions to prevent structural failure during landing.

Aug 16, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBell Textron Inc. (Bti) 204BBell Textron Inc. (Bti) 205Bell Textron Inc. (Bti) 212Bell Textron Inc. (Bti) 412Mcdermott 214 Holdings, 214Bell Textron Inc. 204BBell Textron Inc. 205A-1Bell Textron Inc. 205BBell Textron Inc. 212Bell Textron Inc. 214BBell Textron Inc. 214B-1Bell Textron Inc. 412Bell Textron Inc. 412 CFBell Textron Inc. 412 EP

EASA AD CF-2022-44

SUPERSEDED BY TCCA AD CF-2023-09

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2022-44 is a regulatory document addressing a safety issue in Bombardier BD-100-1A10 Challenger 300 and 350 aircraft. It concerns certain sensitive elements in the bleed air leak detection system that may have insufficient salt filling, potentially preventing detection of hot bleed air leaks. This directive mandates temporary revisions to the aircraft flight manual and prohibits installation of affected parts as spares.

Aug 16, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveFlight OpsMaintenanceSafety MgmtBombardier BD-100Bombardier BD-100-1A10 Challenger 300Bombardier BD-100-1A10 Challenger 350

EASA AD US-2022-15-07

Aircraft Flight Manual - Non-Normal Procedures Section - Amendment

The Aircraft Flight Manual - Non-Normal Procedures Section - Amendment is a final rule airworthiness directive issued by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) affecting certain Boeing 747-400 series airplanes with a three air data computer configuration. It addresses an unsafe condition related to loss of power to the right-hand side pitot-static probe heaters and conflicting procedures in the flightcrew operations manual and quick reference handbook.

Aug 15, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveFlight OpsSafety MgmtBoeing 747Boeing 747-400

EASA AD G-2022-0016

SUPERSEDED BY CAA UK AD G-2022-0020

Civil Aviation Authority Airworthiness Directive G-2022-0016 addresses mandatory airworthiness limitations and maintenance requirements for all serial numbers of BAE Systems (Operations) Ltd ATP aeroplanes. It mandates compliance with the revised Aircraft Maintenance Manual Revision 95, dated 15 March 2022, including updated structurally significant item inspections and critical design configuration control limitations for the fuel system. This directive ensures continued airworthiness by enforcing updated life limits and inspection intervals.

Aug 12, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBae Systems (Operations) ATPBAE Systems ATP

EASA AD 2022-0169-E

SUPERSEDED BY EASA EMERGENCY AD 2023-0128-E

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0169-E is an emergency directive addressing safety concerns for Airbus Helicopters SA 341 G and SA 342 J (Gazelle) models. It mandates inspection and possible replacement of tail rotor blades with specific part numbers due to manufacturing defects that could lead to in-flight tail rotor blade loss. The directive applies to all serial numbers of these helicopter models.

Aug 12, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters SA 341Airbus Helicopters 342Airbus Helicopters SA 341 GAirbus Helicopters SA 342 J

EASA AD CF-2022-38R1

SUPERSEDED BY TCCA AD CF-2023-17

Airworthiness Directive CF-2022-38R1 is issued by Transport Canada and applies to Bombardier Inc. model BD-700-1A10 and BD-700-1A11 aeroplanes with specific serial numbers. It addresses a safety issue involving non-conforming bleed air leak detection system sensing elements that may have insufficient salt fill, potentially preventing detection of hot bleed air leaks. The directive mandates operational restrictions and maintenance actions to mitigate the risk of undetected bleed air leaks.

Aug 11, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBombardier BD-700Bombardier BD-700-1A10Bombardier BD-700-1A11

EASA AD 2022-0025R2

Landing Gear — Main and Centre Landing Gear Bogie Pivot Pins — Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0025R2 is an updated regulatory requirement addressing inspection and replacement of main and centre landing gear bogie pivot pins on Airbus A330 and A340 aeroplanes. It applies to all manufacturer serial numbers of specified A330 and A340 models and mandates detailed visual inspections and corrective actions to detect and mitigate cracking and corrosion issues in the bogie pivot pins and bushes. The directive also defines serviceable parts, inspection procedures, and modification options to ensure continued airworthiness.

Aug 9, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A330Airbus A340

EASA AD 2022-0164

Power Plant — Engine Mount Bolts — Inspection; Fuselage — Centre Fuselage Main Spar Bolts — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0164 is an airworthiness directive issued by EASA affecting Sonaca Aircraft S.A. S2 aeroplanes, specifically the Sonaca S200 and S201 models with certain manufacturer serial numbers. The directive mandates inspection of engine mount bolts (P/N AN5-6A) and centre fuselage main spar bolts (P/N MS21250H06) due to potential incorrect torque application during assembly. This inspection aims to ensure structural integrity and prevent possible loss of control of the aircraft.

Aug 9, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtSonaca Aircraft S2Sonaca S200Sonaca S201

EASA AD 2022-0163-E

Flight Controls — Flap Control Rods — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0163-E is an emergency directive addressing flap control rod failures on CEAPR DR400 series aeroplanes, specifically models DR400/120, DR400/140B, DR400/160, DR400/180, and DR400/180R with certain serial numbers. The directive targets flap control rods with part numbers 16.11.08.000 and 16.18.22.010 from specific batches that have a welding defect. This AD mandates replacement of affected flap control rods to ensure continued safe operation.

Aug 5, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtCeapr DR 400CEAPR DR400/120CEAPR DR400/140BCEAPR DR400/160CEAPR DR400/180CEAPR DR400/180R

EASA AD US-2022-15-09

Fuselage - Fuselage Frame Web - Inspection

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2022-15-09 supersedes AD 2019-23-06 and applies to certain Boeing 757-200, -200CB, and -300 series airplanes. It mandates inspections of the fuselage frame web fastener holes at body station 1640, including visual and high frequency eddy current (HFEC) inspections, to detect cracks and previous repairs. The directive addresses structural integrity concerns related to cracks that could compromise airplane safety.

Aug 5, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 757Boeing 757-200Boeing 757-200CBBoeing 757-300

EASA AD 2022-0161-E

Aeroplane Flight Manual — Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0161-E is an emergency directive affecting Dassault Aviation Falcon 7X aeroplanes, including those modified to Falcon 8X standard. It mandates an amendment to the Aeroplane Flight Manual to address a potential unsafe condition related to the inboard slats during landing. The directive ensures flight crews are informed and can safely operate the aircraft despite the slats possibly remaining retracted.

Aug 4, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveFlight OpsSafety MgmtDassault Falcon 7XDassault Falcon 8X

EASA AD 2022-0159-CN

CANCELLED: Communications — Passenger Address System / Cabin Intercommunication Data System — Director 1 Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive Cancellation Notice 2022-0159-CN cancels the previous DGAC France AD 90-076-008(B) R1 related to the replacement of the Passenger Address System / Cabin Intercommunication Data System Director 1 on Airbus A320-211 and A320-231 aeroplanes equipped with CIDS Step 3. This cancellation confirms that all affected aircraft have been upgraded to CIDS Step 4, resolving the previous safety concern. The notice applies specifically to Airbus A320 models with Director 1 Part Number Z010H0002110.

Aug 4, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A320

EASA AD 2022-0160-CN

CANCELLED: Equipment / Furnishings — Overwing Escape Slide — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive Cancellation Notice 2022-0160-CN cancels the previous DGAC France AD 91-153-018 related to the inspection of overwing escape slides on Airbus A320-211, A320-212, and A320-231 aeroplanes. This cancellation applies to aircraft with manufacturer serial numbers 002 to 162 inclusive, 167, and 171 to 174 inclusive. The notice confirms that the previously required one-time inspection of the overwing escape slide actuating cables is no longer necessary due to improved maintenance practices.

Aug 4, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A320

EASA AD 2022-0157

Fuel — Engine / Auxiliary Power Unit Low Pressure Shut-Off Valves and Auxiliary Power Unit Isolation Valve — Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0157 is an airworthiness directive issued by EASA affecting Airbus A350-941 and A350-1041 aeroplanes. It addresses potential fuel leakage risks associated with specific low pressure shut-off valves (LP SOV) and isolation shut-off valves (ISOV) on the engine and Auxiliary Power Unit (APU). The directive mandates inspection and replacement of affected valves to ensure continued airworthiness.

Aug 4, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A350Airbus A350-941Airbus A350-1041

EASA AD 2022-0158

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2022-0245

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0158 addresses corrosion issues found on the main and nose landing gear electro-mechanical actuators of Pilatus PC-12/47E aeroplanes, specifically those with manufacturer serial numbers 1300, 1451, and subsequent. The directive mandates replacement of affected landing gear actuators to prevent potential failure. It applies to parts with specific part numbers and provides definitions for affected and serviceable parts.

Aug 4, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtPilatus Aircraft PC-12Pilatus PC-12/47E

EASA AD 2022-0156

Pneumatic — Bleed Gimbals at Wing to Pylon Interfaces — Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0156 is an airworthiness directive addressing a welding quality issue in the bleed gimbals at the wing to pylon interfaces on Airbus A350-941 and A350-1041 aeroplanes. The affected parts include specific bleed duct assemblies and bleed gimbals with certain part numbers manufactured before week 51 of 2016. This directive mandates inspection and replacement of affected parts to prevent hot bleed air leakage and potential structural damage.

Aug 2, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A350Airbus A350-941Airbus A350-1041

EASA AD US-2022-16-01

Windows - NORDAM Passenger Windows - Inspections / Replacement

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2022-16-01 supersedes AD 2022-08-07 and addresses safety concerns related to NORDAM passenger windows with PMA part number NP00038-3 installed on Embraer S.A. Model ERJ 170 and ERJ 190 series airplanes. This directive requires inspections for cracks, replacement of cracked windows, and prohibits installation of the affected parts to prevent potential rapid decompression and passenger injury.

Aug 2, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtEmbraer ERJ 170Embraer ERJ 190