EASA Regulations & Airworthiness Directives

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EASA AD CF-2022-27

Engine — Compressor Section — Impeller Fracture due to Machining Step

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2022-27 addresses a safety issue in Pratt & Whitney Canada JT15D-1, JT15D-1A, and JT15D-1B engines with impeller part number 3020365 installed. The directive mandates inspection of the engine compressor impeller for fractures caused by machining steps that can lead to uncontained engine failure. This directive applies to engines built before Service Bulletin 7151 and requires corrective actions to prevent potential in-flight engine damage.

May 20, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtPratt & Whitney Canada JT15D

EASA AD US-2022-08-10

Propellers - Blades - Inspection / Replacement

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2022-08-10 addresses safety concerns for Hamilton Sundstrand Corporation 54H model propellers, specifically those with 54H60 model propeller hubs. This final rule mandates inspections and potential replacement of propeller blades to prevent failures caused by corrosion and cracking. The directive applies to propellers installed on aircraft such as the US Marine Corps Reserve KC-130T and other affected operators.

May 20, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtHamilton Sundstrand 54HLockheed KC-130T

EASA AD 2022-0091

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2024-0030

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0091 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aeroplanes. It mandates compliance with updated maintenance tasks and airworthiness limitations as specified in the Airbus Airworthiness Limitations Section (ALS) Part 3 Revision 08. This directive ensures continued airworthiness by requiring operators to follow the latest approved maintenance program revisions.

May 20, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A318Airbus A319Airbus A320Airbus A321

EASA AD 2021-0107R2

Wings — Lower Main Wing Spar Caps — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0107R2 is an updated safety directive addressing inspection requirements for the lower main wing spar caps on Piper Aircraft, Inc. PA-28 and PA-32 aeroplanes. It mandates inspections to detect fatigue cracks in the lower main wing spar caps, which could lead to wing separation if undetected. The directive applies to multiple PA-28 and PA-32 models with specific serial numbers and includes detailed definitions and inspection procedures.

May 20, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtPiper Aircraft PA-28 (Archer)Piper Aircraft PA-28 (Cadet)Piper Aircraft PA-28 (Cherokee)Piper Aircraft PA-28 (Warrior)Piper Aircraft PA-28R (Arrow)Piper Aircraft PA-32 (Cherokee Six)Piper Aircraft PA-32R (Lance)Piper PA-28Piper PA-32

EASA AD 2022-0090

Doors — Airbus Cabin Flex / Overwing Emergency Exit Slide Release Mechanism — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0090 is an airworthiness directive addressing Airbus A321-251NX, A321-252NX, A321-253NX, A321-271NX, and A321-272NX aeroplanes equipped with the Airbus Cabin Flex overwing emergency exit slide release mechanism. It mandates inspection of the slide release mechanism cable lockwire and junction to ensure proper installation and functionality. This directive aims to prevent failure of emergency slide deployment during evacuations.

May 18, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A321

EASA AD CF-2022-26

Engine Bleed Air — Bleed-Off Valve Failure to Close

Airworthiness Directive CF-2022-26 addresses a safety issue with Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6E-67XP engines, specifically those with serial numbers HP0194 and earlier. The directive focuses on the failure of engine bleed air bleed-off valves (BOVs) to close properly, which can cause engines to fail to achieve required power during high power applications. This directive supersedes previous AD CF-2021-37 and mandates inspections, cleaning, and design modifications to improve valve reliability.

May 18, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtPratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-67

EASA AD 2022-0088

Hydraulic Power — Yellow Fire Shut Off Valve Grounding Wiring — Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0088 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A350-941 aeroplanes with manufacturer serial numbers from 0006 to 0044 inclusive. The directive addresses a modification related to the hydraulic power system, specifically the grounding wiring of the yellow engine fire shut off valve. It mandates changes to ensure the safety and reliability of the engine fire shut off valve wiring.

May 17, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A350Airbus A350-941

EASA AD 2022-0089

Power Plant — Aft Engine Mount Secondary Load Path — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0089 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A321-251N, A321-251NX, A321-252N, A321-252NX, A321-253N, and A321-253NX aeroplanes. It mandates repetitive detailed inspections of the aft engine mount secondary load path to detect potential failures. The directive aims to prevent engine mount rupture that could lead to engine loss and loss of aircraft control.

May 17, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A321Airbus A321-251NAirbus A321-251NXAirbus A321-252NAirbus A321-252NXAirbus A321-253NAirbus A321-253NX

EASA AD 2020-0236-CN

CANCELLED: Equipment / Furnishings — Emergency Escape Slide / Raft Inflation Reservoir — Pressure Check

EASA Airworthiness Directive Cancellation Notice 2020-0236-CN is a cancellation notice issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency for Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aeroplanes. It addresses the emergency escape slide and raft inflation reservoir pressure check requirements previously mandated due to a manufacturing defect in rupture disk assemblies. The cancellation removes the need for repetitive pressure checks on affected parts following updated risk assessments and corrective actions by the manufacturer.

May 16, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A318Airbus A319Airbus A320Airbus A321

EASA AD 2022-0087

Fuel — Engine Fuel Supply Hoses — Inspection / Modification / Re-tightening

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-00087 is an airworthiness directive addressing Airbus Helicopters EC 225 LP models. It focuses on inspection, modification, and re-tightening requirements for the left-hand side engine fuel supply hoses, specifically part numbers 704A34416087 and the improved 704A34416101. The directive aims to prevent fuel flow restrictions caused by twisted hoses that could lead to engine power loss.

May 16, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters SA 330Airbus Helicopters AS 332Airbus Helicopters EC 225Airbus Helicopters EC 225 LP

EASA AD CF-2021-22R1

SUPERSEDED BY TCCA AD CF-2023-66

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2021-22R1 addresses corrosion issues on the main landing gear (MLG) lower spindle pin of Airbus Canada Limited Partnership BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11 aircraft. This directive mandates inspections and necessary repairs or replacements to prevent potential failure of this critical structural component. It applies to all serial numbers of the specified aircraft models.

May 16, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus BD-500 (A220 Series)Airbus Canada BD-500-1A10Airbus Canada BD-500-1A11

EASA AD CF-2007-10R2

Flight Controls — Flaps Failure

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2007-10R2 addresses flight control flap failures on MHI RJ Aviation ULC model CL-600-2B19 aircraft, serial numbers 7003 through 7990 and 8000 onwards. The directive mandates changes to the Airplane Flight Manual, operational procedures, training, and maintenance actions to mitigate risks associated with flap malfunctions, which can lead to increased landing distances and fuel consumption during diversions.

May 13, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveFlight OpsMaintenanceTrainingSafety MgmtMHI RJ Aviation CL-600 (Regional Jet)MHI RJ Aviation ULC CL-600-2B19

EASA AD 2022-0086

Rotors Flight Control — Tail Rotor Actuator — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0086 is an airworthiness directive addressing the inspection of the tail rotor actuator (TRA) on Airbus Helicopters Deutschland GmbH MBB-BK117 C-2 helicopters. It mandates repetitive inspections of the bolts connecting the cardan-pivot joint with the piston rod of the TRA to detect wear and prevent potential bolt failure. The directive applies to all serial numbers of the MBB-BK117 C-2 helicopter model.

May 13, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters MBB-BK 117Airbus Helicopters MBB-BK117 C-2

EASA AD G-2022-0010-E

SUPERSEDED BY UK CAA AD G-2023-0005-E

UK CAA Emergency Airworthiness Directive G-2022-0010-E addresses a safety issue affecting all balloons equipped with Cameron Balloons Ltd fuel cylinders Part Number CB2990 (Alugas), specifically those with serial numbers OC25001 to OC25202 and QI14001 to QI14494. This directive applies to hot-air balloons and airships manufactured by Cameron Balloons Ltd and other associated manufacturers. It mandates the temporary withdrawal from service of these fuel cylinders due to detected cracks that could cause propane leaks.

May 13, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtCameron Balloons Ltd BalloonCameron Balloons Ltd Airship

EASA AD BR-2022-05-02

Wing Tip Connections - Inspection / Airworthiness Limitations - Update

Brazilian Emergency Airworthiness Directive EAD No. 2022-05-02 addresses inspection and airworthiness limitations updates for Embraer S.A. ERJ 170-200 series aircraft models STD, LR, SU, and LL equipped with specific wing tip spar part numbers. This directive mandates inspections for cracks in the wing tip connection areas and updates to maintenance intervals to prevent in-flight detachment of wing tips. It applies to aircraft registered in Brazil and not yet modified by Embraer Service Bulletin 170-57-0072.

May 13, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtEmbraer ERJ 170Embraer ERJ 170-200

EASA AD 2021-0044R1

Electrical Power — Overhead Panel — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0044R1 is an updated safety directive addressing electrical power system inspections on Leonardo AB139 and AW139 helicopters. It mandates detailed inspections of the overhead panel wiring to detect chafing and potential short circuits that could cause fire hazards. The directive applies to specific serial numbers of these helicopter models and includes instructions for repetitive inspections and corrective actions.

May 12, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtLeonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AB139Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AW139Leonardo AB139Leonardo AW139

EASA AD 2022-0085

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2024-0031

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0085 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aeroplanes. It mandates compliance with updated airworthiness limitations related to damage tolerance maintenance tasks as specified in Airbus's Airworthiness Limitations Section Part 2 Revision 09. This directive applies to all serial numbers of the listed Airbus models and ensures continued safe operation through mandatory maintenance requirements.

May 12, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A318Airbus A319Airbus A320Airbus A321

EASA AD 2022-0084

Fuselage — Tailboom / Fin Spar Cap — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0084 is an airworthiness directive issued by EASA that applies to Leonardo S.p.A. AB212, AB412, and AB412EP helicopters. It mandates repetitive inspections of the left-hand fin spar cap, part number 212-030-447-117, and the adjacent fin skin to detect fatigue cracks that could compromise structural integrity. The directive provides inspection instructions based on Leonardo service bulletins SB 212-213 and SB 412-168.

May 11, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtLeonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AB212Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AB412Leonardo AB212Leonardo AB412Leonardo AB412EP

EASA AD 2022-0083

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2025-0079

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0083 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting SAFRAN Helicopter Engines ARRIEL 2 series engines, including models 2D, 2E, 2H, 2L2, and 2N. These engines are commonly installed on helicopters such as Airbus Helicopters AS 350 B3 (H125), EC 130 T2 (H130), MBB-BK117 D-2 (EC 145 T2 or H145), Korea Aerospace Industries LAH and LCH, and AVIC AC312E. The directive mandates compliance with updated airworthiness limitations and maintenance tasks as specified in the latest SAFRAN ARRIEL 2 maintenance manuals.

May 11, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtSafran ARRIEL 2Airbus Helicopters AS 350 B3Airbus Helicopters EC 130 T2MBB-BK117 D-2Korea Aerospace Industries LAHKorea Aerospace Industries LCHAVIC AC312E