EASA Regulations & Airworthiness Directives

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EASA AD 2023-0072

Apr 5, 2023

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.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Wsk Pzl-Swidnik SW4
  • PZL SW-4

EASA AD 2023-0074

Apr 5, 2023

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.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A321111112131211212213231232

EASA AD BR-2023-04-01

Apr 4, 2023

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.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Embraer EMB-505 (Phenom 300)
  • Embraer EMB-505

EASA AD US-2023-06-10

Apr 4, 2023

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.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Boeing 737882009

EASA AD CF-2023-21

Apr 3, 2023

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.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Bombardier CL-600 (Challenger)
  • Bombardier CL-600-2B16

EASA AD CF-2023-22

Mar 31, 2023

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.

Airworthiness Directive
  • De Havilland Canada DHC-8
  • De Havilland DHC-8-401
  • De Havilland DHC-8-402

EASA AD 2023-0071-E

Mar 31, 2023

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.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AB139
  • Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AW139
  • Leonardo AB139
  • Leonardo AW139

EASA AD 2023-0069

Mar 30, 2023

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.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus Helicopters EC175
  • Airbus Helicopters EC 175 B

EASA AD 2023-0068

Mar 30, 2023

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.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A350941

EASA AD 2021-0264R1

Mar 28, 2023

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.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Ge Aviation Czech M601
  • Aircraft Industries L-410
  • Aircraft Industries L-420
  • Air Tractor AT series
  • Allied Ag Cat G-164
  • Thrush S-2R
  • Viking Air DHC-3 Otter

EASA AD 2019-0307R1

Mar 28, 2023

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.

Airworthiness Directive
  • General Atomics Aerotec Systems Gmbh 228
  • Dornier 228-212

EASA AD US-2021-21-02

Mar 28, 2023

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.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A318
  • Airbus A319
  • Airbus A320
  • Airbus A321
  • Airbus A330
  • Airbus A340
  • Airbus A380800

EASA AD US-2023-03-04

Mar 28, 2023

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.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Boeing 777

EASA AD US-2023-03-20

Mar 28, 2023

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.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Boeing 747400400D400F

EASA AD 2023-0066

Mar 24, 2023

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.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus Helicopters EC135
  • Airbus Helicopters 635
  • Airbus Helicopters MBB-BK 117
  • Airbus Helicopters EC635
  • Airbus Helicopters MBB-BK117

EASA AD 2023-0067

Mar 24, 2023

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.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A380841861

EASA AD BR-2021-05-01R1

Mar 22, 2023

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.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Embraer ERJ 190
  • Embraer ERJ190-300
  • Embraer ERJ190-400

EASA AD US-2023-04-19

Mar 21, 2023

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.

Airworthiness Directive
  • General Electric GE90

EASA AD 2023-0065

Mar 20, 2023

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.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Deutsche Aircraft Gmbh Dornier 328
  • Dornier 328-100
  • Dornier 328-300