EASA AD 2026-0171
Time Limits / Maintenance Checks – Airworthiness Limitations Section – Amendment
Summary
EASA Airworthiness Directive 2026-0171 is an amendment concerning the Dassault Aviation Falcon 7X aeroplanes, including those modified with Dassault modification M1000 (Falcon 8X). It mandates compliance with updated airworthiness limitations specified in the Dassault Falcon 7X Maintenance Manual, Chapter 5-40, Revision 15. This directive ensures continued airworthiness by enforcing maintenance tasks and life-limited part replacements.
What Changed
This amendment supersedes EASA AD 2025-0229 and introduces new and/or more restrictive maintenance tasks and limitations as defined in the latest Airworthiness Limitations Section (ALS) Revision 15. It requires operators to update their Aircraft Maintenance Programme (AMP) within 12 months to incorporate these changes. The directive also clarifies corrective actions and recording procedures for compliance.
Why It Matters
This directive is critical for operators, maintenance organizations, and compliance teams to maintain the safety and airworthiness of Falcon 7X aircraft. Failure to comply with the updated maintenance tasks and life limits could result in unsafe conditions. It ensures that maintenance programs reflect the latest manufacturer-approved limitations, thereby preventing potential failures and regulatory non-compliance.
What To Do
Operators must replace components before exceeding life limits and perform all maintenance tasks within specified intervals starting from 18 September 2026. They must revise their approved AMP within 12 months of the effective date to include the updated ALS tasks and limitations. Any discrepancies found during maintenance must be corrected before the next flight, following Dassault’s instructions or by obtaining approved corrective actions.
Your fleet's weekly digest
AI-summarized regulatory changes, compliance deadlines, and action items — filtered to your aircraft, every Monday.
AI-generated summary from official EASA source document. Always verify against the original.