Wings – Wing Mid Spars – Inspection
- Published
- Takes effect
- Deadline
- Replaces
- 2026-0119-E
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What to do
Operators of affected Airbus A380 aircraft must perform inspections of the wing mid spars within specified compliance times, including before the next flight after 24 June 2026 for certain groups and by 31 January 2027 for others. Inspections must follow Airbus AOT A57R030-26 instructions, with mandatory reporting of results to Airbus within 30 days. Any discrepancies found require contacting Airbus for repair instructions before further flight. Recurring inspections are required every 36 months after return to service following storage or previous inspections.
Summary
EASA Airworthiness Directive 2026-0216 is an airworthiness directive affecting Airbus A380-841, A380-842, and A380-861 aeroplanes. It mandates inspections of the wing mid spars to detect and address potential structural integrity issues. This directive applies to all manufacturer serial numbers and is based on updated findings requiring enhanced inspection protocols.
What changed
This directive supersedes EASA AD 2026-0119-E and expands the applicability to include additional manufacturer serial numbers. It introduces amended inspection requirements and mandates the use of Airbus Alert Operators Transmission A57R030-26 for inspection instructions. The directive also establishes new compliance times and reporting obligations.
Why it matters
This directive is critical for maintaining the structural integrity of Airbus A380 wings, preventing potential safety risks due to undetected damage in wing mid spars. Operators, maintenance organizations, and compliance teams must adhere to the updated inspection schedules and reporting requirements to ensure continued airworthiness and regulatory compliance. Failure to comply could result in grounding of aircraft or unsafe flight conditions.
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