EASA Regulations & Airworthiness Directives

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EASA AD 2022-0237

Engine — Low Pressure Turbine Stage 1 Discs — Life Reduction

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0237 is an airworthiness directive addressing life reduction for Low Pressure Turbine Stage 1 discs on Rolls-Royce RB211-524 series engines. These engines are commonly installed on Boeing 747 and Boeing 767 aircraft. The directive mandates updated life limits and removal requirements for specific turbine discs to ensure continued airworthiness and safety.

Dec 2, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtRolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg RB211-524Boeing 747Boeing 767

EASA AD 2022-0234

Engine Controls — Propeller Governor — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0234 is an official regulatory document addressing the replacement of propeller governors on GE Aviation Czech M601, H75, H80, and H85 engines installed on single-engine aeroplanes such as the Air Tractor AT-400 and AT-500 series, Allied Ag Cat G-164 series, and Thrush Aircraft 510G and S-2R series. The directive mandates replacing certain propeller governors with updated serviceable parts to ensure continued airworthiness and safety.

Dec 1, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtGe Aviation Czech H75, H80, H85Ge Aviation Czech M601Air Tractor AT-400Air Tractor AT-500Allied Ag Cat G-164Thrush Aircraft 510GThrush Aircraft S-2R

EASA AD 2022-0235

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks — Time Limits Manual / Maintenance Programme — Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0235 is an amendment addressing the time limits and maintenance checks for Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co KG RB211-535E4 series engines, commonly installed on Boeing 757 aircraft. This directive mandates compliance with the updated Rolls-Royce RB211-535E4 Time Limits Manual revision 56 dated 01 May 2022 to ensure continued airworthiness. It applies to all serial numbers of the RB211-535E4-37, RB211-535E4-B-37, and RB211-535E4-C-37 engine models.

Dec 1, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtRolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg RB211-535Boeing 757

EASA AD 2022-0236

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks — Time Limits Manual / Maintenance Programme — Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0236 is an amendment addressing the Rolls-Royce RB211-535C-37 engines, commonly installed on Boeing 757 aircraft. This directive mandates compliance with updated time limits and maintenance checks as specified in the Rolls-Royce Time Limits Manual revision 40 dated 10 July 2022. It ensures continued airworthiness by enforcing new or more restrictive maintenance instructions for these engines.

Dec 1, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtRolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg RB211-535Boeing 757

EASA AD US-2022-23-12

Wings - Center Tank Upper Skin Panels - Inspection

The Federal Aviation Administration Airworthiness Directive 2022-23-12 is a final rule addressing all Boeing 747 series airplanes including models 747-100 through 747SP. It mandates a one-time low frequency eddy current inspection of specific center tank upper skin panels for structural damage caused by heat exposure from composite trim air diffuser ducts. This directive aims to prevent potential heat damage that could compromise the wing center section and adjacent structures.

Dec 1, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 747Boeing 747-100Boeing 747SP

EASA AD 2022-0233-E

Doors — Cockpit Door Handle — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0233-E is an emergency directive addressing a safety issue on Leonardo AW169 helicopters involving the cockpit door handle assembly with Part Number 4F5211A02331. The directive mandates inspection and corrective actions to prevent interference of the left-hand cockpit door handle pushbutton with the collective stick travel. This AD applies to all serial numbers of the AW169 helicopter and aims to ensure continued safe operation.

Nov 30, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtLeonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AW169Leonardo AW169

EASA AD 2019-0013R1

Engine — Propeller Shaft — Inspection

The document titled 'Engine — Propeller Shaft — Inspection' is an explanatory statement issued by EASA regarding the absence of an Airworthiness Directive (AD) for Europrop International GmbH TP400-D6 engines. These engines are not currently in civil service, so no public AD exists. The document serves as an informational record intended for military airworthiness authorities and design approval holders, recommending that affected military authorities issue their own ADs for aircraft equipped with TP400-D6 engines.

Nov 29, 2022
OtherMaintenanceSafety MgmtEpi Europrop International Gmbh TP400-D6

EASA AD US-2022-20-14

Main Rotor Drive - Main Transmission Housing Assembly - Inspection

Airworthiness Directive 2022-20-14 is a final rule issued by the Federal Aviation Administration addressing Bell Textron Inc. helicopters including models 204B, 205A, 205A-1, 205B, 210, 212, 412, 412CF, 412EP, and various restricted category helicopters. This directive mandates repetitive inspections of the main transmission housing assembly for cracks, corrosion, and pitting due to reported cracks in the main transmission support case. The directive aims to ensure continued airworthiness and safety of these helicopter models by identifying and correcting potential structural issues.

Nov 29, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBell Textron Inc. (Bti) 204BBell Textron Inc. (Bti) 205Bell Textron Inc. (Bti) 210Bell Textron Inc. (Bti) 212Bell Textron Inc. (Bti) 412Bell 204BBell 205ABell 205A-1Bell 205BBell 210Bell 212Bell 412Bell 412CFBell 412EP

EASA AD 2022-0230

Flight Controls — Aileron and Airbrake Control Rod Connecting Devices — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0230 is an airworthiness directive addressing DG Aviation LS4, LS4-a, LS6, LS6-a, and LS6-b sailplanes equipped with EASA Supplemental Type Certificate 10070970. It concerns the replacement of aileron and airbrake control rod connecting devices identified by part numbers R13-72 and R13-73. The directive mandates corrective action to ensure continued safe operation of affected sailplanes.

Nov 28, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtDg Aviation Gmbh LS4Dg Aviation Gmbh LS6DG Aviation LS4DG Aviation LS4-aDG Aviation LS6DG Aviation LS6-aDG Aviation LS6-b

EASA AD 2022-0229

Flight Controls — Airbrake Control — Inspection / Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0229 is an airworthiness directive affecting all serial numbers of the Schempp-Hirth Ventus-2a and Ventus-2b sailplanes. It addresses potential damage to the airbrake control system components, specifically the airbrake bell cranks and drive funnels, which could lead to uncommanded airbrake deployment and reduced sailplane control. The directive mandates inspections and modifications to ensure continued airworthiness.

Nov 28, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtSchempp Hirth Flugzeugbau Ventus SailplanesSchempp-Hirth Ventus-2aSchempp-Hirth Ventus-2b

EASA AD 2022-0231

Power Plant — Central Firewall Stiffener — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0231 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus Helicopters SA 365, AS 365, and EC 155 models. It addresses the replacement of the aluminium central firewall stiffener in the engine compartment with a titanium stiffener to prevent fire propagation between engine compartments. This directive applies to all serial numbers of the specified helicopter models.

Nov 28, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters SAAirbus Helicopters AS 365Airbus Helicopters EC 155Airbus Helicopters SA 365

EASA AD 2022-0228

Rotors Flight Control — Horizontal Control Rods Bolts — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0228 is an airworthiness directive addressing the replacement of horizontal control rod bolts on MBB-BK117 D-3 and D-3m helicopters. The directive applies to bolts with Part Number D671M7051211 that were not subjected to dye penetrant crack inspection during manufacturing. It mandates the replacement of these affected bolts to ensure continued safe operation of the helicopters.

Nov 28, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters MBB-BK 117MBB-BK117 D-3MBB-BK117 D-3m

EASA AD 2022-0232

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks — Time Limits Manual / Maintenance Programme — Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0232 is an amendment concerning the Rolls-Royce RB211-524G and RB211-524H engine models, commonly installed on Boeing 747 and Boeing 767 aircraft. This directive updates the Time Limits Manual and Maintenance Programme to include new and more restrictive maintenance instructions and life limits for engine components. It mandates compliance with these updated maintenance requirements to ensure continued airworthiness.

Nov 28, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtRolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg RB211-524Boeing 747Boeing 767

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 CF-2022-65

Flight Controls — Reversion to Flight Control Direct Mode

The Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2022-65 addresses a flight control system issue on Airbus Canada Limited Partnership BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11 aircraft models equipped with the CAT IIIB Autoland option. This directive mandates a software update to the primary flight control computer (PFCC) to prevent unintended reversion to direct flight control mode during instrument landing system (ILS) approaches. The update improves flight safety by ensuring stable autopilot operation during critical landing phases.

Nov 24, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus BD-500 (A220 Series)Airbus Canada BD-500-1A10Airbus Canada BD-500-1A11

EASA AD 2022-0227

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2023-0111

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0227 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A330-841 and A330-941 aeroplanes. It addresses issues related to the engine bleed air system high pressure valve (HPV) clips, specifically Part Number 6764-222, requiring inspections, maintenance, and amendments to the Airplane Flight Manual and Master Minimum Equipment List. The directive aims to prevent potential damage caused by leaking HPV clips that could lead to loss of aircraft control.

Nov 24, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A330Airbus A330-841Airbus A330-941

EASA AD 2006-0135-CN

CANCELLED: Hydraulic Power — Ram Air Turbine — Speed Limitation

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2006-0135-CN is a cancellation notice affecting Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aeroplanes equipped with Hamilton Sundstrand Ram Air Turbine (RAT) Part Numbers 762308, 762308A, or 766352. This document cancels the previous AD 2006-0135 which imposed speed limitations during flight tests with the RAT deployed due to a risk of RAT imbalance and potential structural damage. The cancellation reflects that all affected counterweights have been recovered and the original unsafe condition is no longer present.

Nov 23, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveSafety MgmtMaintenanceAirbus A318Airbus A319Airbus A320Airbus A321

EASA AD 2022-0226

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2024-0082

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0082 is a regulatory document concerning Ratier-Figeac FH385 and FH386 series propellers. It clarifies that no civil aircraft currently operate these propellers, so no public AD document exists for them. The directive serves as an informational record and recommends military authorities issue their own applicable ADs for affected military aircraft.

Nov 22, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtRatier-Figeac FH385Ratier-Figeac FH386

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