EASA Regulations & Airworthiness Directives

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EASA AD CF-2026-10

Air Conditioning — Outflow Valve Manual Mode Direct Current Motor Failure

Airworthiness Directive CF-2026-10 issued by Transport Canada addresses a potential failure of the outflow valve manual mode direct current motor on Airbus Canada Limited Partnership BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11 aircraft models. The directive highlights risks related to loss of cabin pressure control due to motor inoperability under high differential pressure conditions. It applies to aircraft serial numbers 50001 and subsequent for BD-500-1A10, and 55001 and subsequent for BD-500-1A11.

Mar 6, 2026
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus BD-500 (A220 Series)Airbus Canada Limited Partnership BD-500-1A10Airbus Canada Limited Partnership BD-500-1A11

EASA AD 2023-0176R1

Fuselage — Cargo Compartment Panels Sealing Tape — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0176R1 is a regulatory update addressing inspection requirements for sealing tape on cargo compartment panels of Airbus A350-941 and A350-1041 aeroplanes, excluding those with Airbus modification 120495. It mandates repetitive detailed inspections of sealing tapes installed in both longitudinal and transversal directions in cargo compartments to ensure fire extinguishing system effectiveness. The directive applies to all manufacturer serial numbers except those modified in production.

Mar 6, 2026
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A350Airbus A350-941Airbus A350-1041

EASA AD 2026-0046

Landing Gear — Landing Gear Selector Valve — Functional Check

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2026-0046 is an airworthiness directive addressing the landing gear selector valve (LGSV) on ATR 42 and ATR 72 aeroplanes. It applies to specific LGSV parts with certain part and serial numbers that may cause uncommanded nose landing gear retraction due to internal leakage. The directive mandates a one-time functional leakage test of the affected LGSV to ensure continued safe operation.

Mar 6, 2026
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtATR ATR42ATR ATR72ATR 42ATR 72

EASA AD US-2026-04-09

Turbine Engine - High-Pressure Compressor Stage 5 Blisks - Replacement

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2026-04-09 addresses certain General Electric Company GEnx engine models, including GEnx-1B64, GEnx-1B67, GEnx-1B70, and GEnx-2B67 variants. This directive focuses on the replacement of high-pressure compressor stage 5 blisks with part number 2357M35P02 that have specific serial numbers due to a manufacturing quality issue. The AD aims to prevent potential engine damage and uncontained debris release caused by possible blisk fractures.

Mar 5, 2026
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtGeneral Electric GEnx

EASA AD 2026-0043

Electrical System Installation — Inspections

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2026-0043 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency that applies to Airbus Defence and Space C-295 aeroplanes with manufacturer serial numbers 188, 189, and 191. This directive mandates inspections of the electrical system installation, specifically the harness protection adjacent to frame 30 on the right-hand side. It aims to ensure continued airworthiness by requiring repetitive detailed visual inspections and replacement of affected parts if discrepancies are found.

Mar 4, 2026
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Defence & Space C-295

EASA AD CF-2026-12

Levelling and Weighing — Aft Moveable Ballast Box Assembly Door Hinge Failure

The Levelling and Weighing — Aft Moveable Ballast Box Assembly Door Hinge Failure is an Emergency Airworthiness Directive CF-2026-12 issued by Transport Canada. It applies to Bell Textron Canada Limited model 505 helicopters, serial number 65011 and subsequent, equipped with ballast box assembly Part Numbers SLS-706-201-207 and SLS-706-201-207FM. The directive addresses a failure risk in the door hinge of the aft movable ballast box assembly that could lead to loss of helicopter control.

Mar 4, 2026
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBell 505 (Jet Ranger X)

EASA AD 2026-0045

Rotors Flight Control — Collective Stick Torque Tube Assembly — Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2026-0045 is an airworthiness directive addressing the collective stick torque tube assembly on Leonardo S.p.A. A119 and AW119MKII helicopters. It mandates inspections and replacement of affected collective stick torque tube assemblies with part number 109-0011-03-105 to ensure continued safe operation of these helicopter models.

Mar 4, 2026
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtLeonardo S.P.A. Helicopters A109Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters A119Leonardo A119Leonardo AW119MKII

EASA AD 2026-0044

SAFRAN ELECTRONICS & DEFENSE BEACONS: Emergency Locator Transmitter — Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2026-0044 addresses the modification of Safran Electronics & Defense Kannad 406 AF-Compact Emergency Locator Transmitters (ELTs) with Part Numbers S1840501-01 or S1840501-04. This directive applies to all serial numbers of these ELTs, which may be installed on any aircraft either during production or through in-service modifications. The AD mandates changes to the ELT installation to ensure proper emergency signal transmission.

Mar 4, 2026
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety Mgmt

EASA AD 2026-0042

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks — Airworthiness Limitations Section Part 1 — Safe Life Airworthiness Limitation Items — Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2026-0042 is an amendment addressing the Time Limits and Maintenance Checks in the Airworthiness Limitations Section Part 1 for Airbus A330 aeroplanes, including models A330-201 through A330-941. This directive updates the safe life airworthiness limitation items to ensure continued airworthiness of these aircraft. It applies to all manufacturer serial numbers of the specified Airbus A330 models.

Mar 3, 2026
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A330

EASA CZIB 2026-03-R6

Airspace of the Middle East and Persian Gulf

The Airspace of the Middle East and Persian Gulf CZIB issued by EASA provides updated safety information and operational restrictions for air operators planning to conduct flights in the airspace of Bahrain, Iran, Iraq, Israel, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Oman, Qatar, United Arab Emirates, and Saudi Arabia. It highlights increased risks due to recent military strikes and retaliatory actions involving Iran and neighboring states, affecting all altitudes and flight levels. The document does not specify particular aircraft or engine types but applies broadly to all operators under EASA regulations and third-country operators authorized by EASA.

Feb 28, 2026
Safety Information BulletinFlight OpsSafety Mgmt

EASA AD 2026-0040

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks — Airworthiness Limitations Section — Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2026-0040 is an amendment addressing the time limits and maintenance checks specified in the Airworthiness Limitations Section for Dassault Aviation Falcon 2000 aeroplanes. This directive applies to all serial numbers of the Falcon 2000 and mandates compliance with the updated maintenance manual Chapter 5-40, Revision 24. It ensures continued airworthiness by enforcing updated maintenance tasks and life limits for components.

Feb 27, 2026
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtDassault Falcon 2000

EASA AD 2026-0041

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks — Airworthiness Limitations Section — Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2026-0041 is an amendment addressing time limits and maintenance checks for Dassault Aviation Falcon 2000EX aeroplanes. It updates the Airworthiness Limitations Section (ALS) in the maintenance manual to ensure continued airworthiness. This directive applies to all serial numbers of the Falcon 2000EX and mandates compliance with the latest maintenance tasks and life limits.

Feb 27, 2026
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtDassault Falcon 2000

EASA AD US-2026-04-06

Wings - Scimitar Blended Winglets - Inspection

EASA AD US-2026-04-06 is a final airworthiness directive issued by the FAA addressing certain Boeing 757-200 and 757-300 series airplanes equipped with scimitar blended winglets. The directive mandates inspections for cracks in the inspar outer lower wing skin area near access panel 543BB and requires repairs if cracks are found. This AD aims to prevent potential structural integrity issues that could lead to partial wing loss and loss of airplane control.

Feb 27, 2026
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 757

EASA AD 2026-0038

Air Conditioning — Integrated Air System Control — Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2026-0038 is issued for ATR42-500 and ATR72-212A aeroplanes to address issues with the Integrated Air System Control (IASC) software. The directive mandates modification of the air conditioning system software to an improved version to prevent abnormal cabin pressure increases during take-off. This AD applies to all manufacturer serial numbers of the specified ATR models.

Feb 26, 2026
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtATR ATR42ATR ATR72

EASA SIB SAIB-2026-04

Propeller Hub Section

The Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin SAIB: 2026-04 is an FAA informational bulletin addressing the Hamilton Sundstrand Corporation Model 54H60 propellers. It highlights concerns about unauthorized electric arc scribe part markings on the propeller barrel surface that may increase susceptibility to cracking. This bulletin does not mandate regulatory action but provides important safety information for operators and maintenance personnel.

Feb 26, 2026
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtHamilton Sundstrand 54H

EASA AD 25-098R1

SAFRAN SEATS: Third Occupant Seat Bottom Equipped Screw — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 25-098R1 is a proposed directive addressing the replacement of screws in the third occupant seats of the SAFRAN SEATS 168 Series, which are installed on Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aircraft. The directive targets screws with part number 168000VI-82 that may become unscrewed, posing a safety risk. It mandates replacement with serviceable screws and re-identification of affected seats to ensure continued airworthiness.

Feb 26, 2026
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety Mgmt

EASA SIB CASA-2026-01

Spoiler Spigot Shim Missing at Multifunction Spoiler Actuator Installation

Transport Canada Civil Aviation Safety Alert CASA 2026-01 addresses a missing spoiler spigot shim issue during the multifunction spoiler (MFS) actuator installation on Bombardier Inc. model BD-700-2A12 (Global 7500) aeroplanes, serial numbers 70006 through 70133 and 70135 through 70158. The alert highlights the use of contour sealant pads instead of the required metallic shims, which can lead to increased stress and potential structural failure of the spoiler spigot brackets.

Feb 26, 2026
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtBombardier BD-700

EASA AD 2026-0030

Wings — Movable Flap Track Fairings 2 and 5 / Forward Attachments — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2026-0030 is issued for Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes concerning the movable flap track fairings 2 and 5 forward attachments. It mandates inspections to detect potential structural issues caused by unexpected aerodynamic loads on these parts. The directive applies to all serial numbers except those with specific Airbus modifications or service bulletins already incorporated.

Feb 26, 2026
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A380

EASA AD US-2026-04-05

Electrical Power - AFM Operating Procedures - Amendment

EASA AD US-2026-04-05 is a final airworthiness directive issued by the FAA addressing electrical power and airplane flight manual (AFM) operating procedures for all Boeing 737-8, 737-9, and 737-8200 models. It responds to in-flight incidents of uncontrollable excessive cabin and flight deck temperatures caused by a tripped circuit breaker in the standby power control unit (SPCU). This directive mandates revisions to the AFM to include specific non-normal checklists for flightcrew to manage this condition.

Feb 25, 2026
Airworthiness DirectiveFlight OpsSafety MgmtBoeing 737