EASA Regulations for Textron Aviation 182

3 airworthiness directives and regulations affecting Textron Aviation 182.

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EASA SIB SAIB-2026-08

Mar 31, 2026

Main Landing Gear - Wipaire Model 3000A and 3450A Wipline amphibian floats

The FAA Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin SAIB: 2026-08 addresses a safety concern involving the main landing gear actuators on Textron Aviation Model 180, 182, 185, and 206 airplanes, as well as Maule Models M-6-235, M-7-260, M-7-260C, MT-7-260, M-7-235, M-7-235B, M-7-235C, MT-7-235, M-7-420A, M-7-420AC, MX-7-235, and MT-7-420 equipped with Wipaire Model 3000A and 3450A Wipline amphibian floats. The bulletin highlights a potential issue with a loose key in the main landing gear actuator that could prevent proper cycling of the main landing gear. This information bulletin is advisory and does not mandate regulatory action.

Safety Information Bulletin
  • Maule Aerospace Technology M-6
  • Maule Aerospace Technology M-7
  • Textron Aviation 180
  • Textron Aviation 182 (Skylane)
  • Textron Aviation 185 (Skywagon)
  • Textron Aviation 206
  • Textron Aviation U206 (Super Skywagon)
  • Textron Aviation 182
  • Textron Aviation 185
  • Maule M-6-235
  • Maule M-7-260
  • Maule M-7-260C
  • Maule MT-7-260
  • Maule M-7-235
  • Maule M-7-235B
  • Maule M-7-235C
  • Maule MT-7-235
  • Maule M-7-420A
  • Maule M-7-420AC
  • Maule MX-7-235
  • Maule MT-7-420

EASA AD 2023-0114-E

Jun 14, 2023

[Correction] Powerplant / Air — Turbocharger Compressor Housing — Inspection / Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0114-E is an emergency directive addressing inspection and modification requirements for turbocharger compressor housings installed on Textron Aviation Inc. Model 182 series and Reims-manufactured F182P and F182Q aeroplanes modified with SMA Aero Engines GmbH STC 10013975. The directive targets turbochargers with part numbers 1500003322-1 and 1500003322-2 due to reported cracks in the compressor housing. It mandates repetitive inspections and corrective actions to ensure continued airworthiness and prevent power loss.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Textron Aviation 182 (Skylane)
  • Textron Aviation F182
  • Textron Aviation 182
  • Reims F182P
  • Reims F182Q

EASA AD US-2020-21-22

Dec 4, 2020

Fuselage / Stabilizers - Tailcone and Horizontal Stabilizer Attachment Structure - Inspection

Federal Register Volume 85, Number 212 (November 2, 2020) is a final rule airworthiness directive issued by the FAA addressing Textron Aviation Inc. Models 180, 180A-K, 182, 182A-D, 185, 185A-E, A185E, and A185F airplanes. The directive mandates inspections of the tailcone and horizontal stabilizer attachment structure for corrosion, cracks, and loose or sheared rivets due to reported structural cracks. It aims to prevent failure of the horizontal stabilizer attachment that could lead to tail separation and loss of airplane control.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Textron Aviation 180
  • Textron Aviation 182 (Skylane)
  • Textron Aviation 185 (Skywagon)
  • Textron Aviation 180A-K
  • Textron Aviation 182
  • Textron Aviation 182A-D
  • Textron Aviation 185
  • Textron Aviation 185A-E
  • Textron Aviation A185E
  • Textron Aviation A185F