EASA Regulations &amp; Airworthiness Directives

Emergency Equipment, Orion Safety Products Skyblazer II Red XLT Aerial Signal

The Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin SAIB 2026-03 addresses reports of inadvertent ignition of Orion Safety Products Skyblazer II Red XLT Aerial Signals without removal of the safety cap or pulling the ignition cord. These aerial signals are used in various aircraft survival kits, liferafts, and emergency escape slide/raft assemblies. The FAA is investigating the issue but has not identified an unsafe condition warranting an airworthiness directive at this time.

EASA AD 2026-0022-E

Fuselage — Intermediate Fuselage Frame 8 — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2026-0022-E is an emergency directive addressing Airbus Helicopters EC 175 B models. It mandates inspections of the intermediate fuselage frame 8 for cracks and loose rivets to ensure structural integrity and prevent potential tail boom detachment. The directive applies to all serial numbers of the EC 175 B helicopter.

Airbus Helicopters EC175

EASA AD 2026-0021

Fuselage — Mounts and Attachment — Checks / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2026-0021 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus Helicopters AS 350 series, including AS 350 B, BA, BB, B1, B2, B3, and D models delivered before 1 January 2026. The directive addresses the inspection and replacement of fuselage mounts and attachments, specifically the front and rear attachment fittings, screws, nuts, and washers of the Main Gear Box suspension bars. It mandates checks and replacements to ensure continued airworthiness and safety of these helicopters.

Airbus Helicopters AS 350
Airbus Helicopters EC 130

EASA PAD 26-017

Powerplant — Engine Firewalls — Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 26-017 is a proposed directive addressing engine firewall modifications for Airbus Helicopters SA 365, AS 365, and EC 155 models. It targets all serial numbers of SA 365 N, SA 365 N1, AS 365 N2, AS 365 N3, EC 155 B, and EC 155 B1 helicopters. The directive aims to improve engine compartment fire safety by enhancing firewall sealing.

Airbus Helicopters SA
Airbus Helicopters AS 365
Airbus Helicopters EC 155

EASA PAD 26-018

SAFRAN ELECTRONICS & DEFENSE BEACONS: Emergency Locator Transmitter — Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 26-018 is a proposed directive addressing the Safran Electronics & Defense Kannad 406 AF-Compact Emergency Locator Transmitter (ELT) models with part numbers S1840501-01 and S1840501-04. This directive applies to all serial numbers of these ELTs, which may be installed on any aircraft either during production or as an in-service modification. The directive focuses on modifying the ELT installation to correct an unsafe condition related to erroneous transmissions during distress signals.

EASA PAD 26-016

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

EASA Airworthiness Directive 26-016 is a proposed amendment affecting Airbus A330 aeroplanes, including models A330-201 through A330-941. It updates the Airworthiness Limitations Section Part 1 related to Safe Life Airworthiness Limitation Items. This directive ensures continued airworthiness by mandating compliance with the latest Airbus A330 ALS Part 1 Revision 14.

Airbus A330

EASA PAD 26-015

Jan 27, 2026

Doors — Bulk Cargo Door Stop Screw — Ins

EASA Airworthiness Directive 26-015 is a proposed directive addressing the bulk cargo door stop screw on Airbus A350-941 and A350-1041 aeroplanes. It applies to aircraft with Airbus modification 103573 embodied in production but not modification 116251. The directive mandates repetitive inspections to detect missing heads on bulk cargo door stop screws to maintain structural integrity.

Airbus A350

EASA AD 2026-0020

Jan 27, 2026

Main Rotor — Main Rotor Pitch Rod End — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2026-0020 is an airworthiness directive issued for Airbus Helicopters H160-B models. It mandates inspection of the main rotor pitch rod end bearings to detect potential defects that could compromise flight safety. The directive applies to all serial numbers of the H160-B helicopter and focuses on specific part numbers of the main rotor pitch rod end bearings.

Airbus Helicopters H160

EASA AD 2026-0016

Flight Controls — Spoiler Electrical Control Unit — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2026-0016 is an official regulatory document addressing the replacement of the Spoiler Electrical Control Unit (SPECU) on Dassault Aviation Falcon 7X aeroplanes, including those modified to Falcon 8X standard. The directive mandates the replacement of certain affected SPECUs to prevent hydraulic leakage and potential fire hazards. It applies to all serial numbers of Falcon 7X aircraft and specifies compliance requirements for operators.

Dassault Falcon 7X

EASA PAD 26-013

Fuselage — Door Frames Holes — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 26-013 is a proposed directive addressing inspection requirements for door frame holes on Airbus A300-600 and A310 aeroplanes. It mandates repetitive high frequency eddy current inspections of specific seal retainer run out rivet holes at frames 56A, 57A, and 73A on both left-hand and right-hand sides. The directive applies to all manufacturer serial numbers of the affected aircraft models.

Airbus A300-600
Airbus A310

EASA AD 2026-0019

Fuselage — Ram Air Turbine Rod Assembly — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2026-0019 is an informational document concerning the inspection of the Ram Air Turbine rod assembly on the Airbus A400M fuselage. Since there are currently no Airbus A400M aircraft in civil service, this directive is not publicly available and is intended for military airworthiness authorities and the design approval holder. The document serves as a recommendation for military authorities to issue their own applicable airworthiness directives.

Airbus Military A400M

EASA SIB BEA-2026-01

Ice and Rain Protection - Replacement of Pitot #3 Heater Wiring

BEA 2026-01 is a Special Airworthiness Bulletin issued by ANAC addressing the replacement of Pitot #3 heater wiring on Embraer S.A. EMB-145 and EMB-135BJ aircraft models. The bulletin recommends incorporating Embraer Service Bulletins SB145-30-0058 and SB145LEG-30-0024 to upgrade the wiring gauge and related components. This bulletin applies to multiple EMB-145 and EMB-135 variants and aims to improve electrical safety in the ice and rain protection system.

Embraer EMB-135
Embraer EMB-145

EASA PAD 26-014

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

EASA Airworthiness Directive 26-014 is a proposed directive addressing the inspection and replacement of the collective stick torque tube assembly on Leonardo S.p.A. A119 and AW119MKII helicopters up to serial number 14999 inclusive. The directive targets affected torque tube assemblies with Part Number 109-0011-03-105 due to manufacturing defects that could impair helicopter control. It mandates inspections, corrective actions, and eventual replacement with serviceable parts to ensure continued airworthiness.

Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters A109
Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters A119

EASA AD 2026-0018

Wings — Main Landing Gear Trunnion Block Fuse Pins and Retaining Pins — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2026-0018 is an official directive addressing Airbus A350-941 aeroplanes with specific manufacturer serial numbers. It mandates inspection of the main landing gear trunnion block fuse pins and retaining pins due to a serialization non-conformity issue. The directive ensures the traceability and continued airworthiness of these critical landing gear components.

Airbus A350

EASA AD 2026-0017

Jan 23, 2026

Equipment / Furnishings — Galley — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2026-0017 is an inspection directive addressing forward-facing galley equipment on Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aeroplanes. It mandates inspections and corrective actions for specific galley part numbers to prevent damage such as delamination and corrosion that could lead to trolley detachment during emergency landings. The directive applies to all serial numbers of the affected aircraft models.

Airbus A318
Airbus A319
Airbus A320
Airbus A321

EASA AD US-2026-01-03

Jan 23, 2026

Main Landing Gear - Airworthiness Limitations — Revision

EASA Airworthiness Directive US-2026-01-03 is a final rule issued by the FAA affecting all Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation Model GVII-G500 and GVII-G600 airplanes. It mandates revisions to the existing maintenance or inspection programs to incorporate new and more restrictive airworthiness limitations related to the main landing gear. This directive addresses updated safe life limits and corrected part numbers for critical components to ensure continued airworthiness.

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation GVII

EASA AD US-2026-01-02

Jan 23, 2026

Wings — Airworthiness Limitations — Revision

EASA AD US-2026-01-02 is a final airworthiness directive issued by the FAA for all Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation Model GVI airplanes. It mandates revisions to the maintenance or inspection programs to incorporate new and more restrictive airworthiness limitations. The directive aims to prevent failure of principal structural elements and maintain the structural integrity of the aircraft throughout their service life.

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation GVI

EASA SIB CASA-2025-13

Jan 22, 2026

A220 PW1500G Oil System Inspection after Oil Debris Monitoring (ODM) Indication

The Transport Canada Civil Aviation Safety Alert CASA 2025-13 addresses inspection requirements for the A220 aircraft models BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11 equipped with PW1500G engines. It highlights potential engine issues caused by debris from the number 4 bearing compartment detected through Oil Debris Monitoring (ODM) indications. The alert aims to inform owners, operators, and maintainers about these risks and recommended corrective actions.

Airbus BD-500 (A220 Series)

EASA SIB SAIB-2026-02

Jan 22, 2026

Elevator Tab Control System

The Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin SAIB 2026-02 is an FAA advisory concerning the elevator tab control system on Textron Aviation Inc. Model 1900D airplanes, including those registered under previous type certificate holders such as Beechcraft Corporation and Raytheon Aircraft Company. It addresses a potential airworthiness concern related to the elevator pitch trim actuator that may experience water ingress and freezing, leading to pitch trim jams during flight.

Textron Aviation 1900 (Airliner)

EASA AD CF-2026-03

Jan 22, 2026

Equipment/Furnishings — Emergency Locator Transmitter (ELT) G-Switch Jumper Wire missing

EASA Airworthiness Directive CF-2026-03 addresses a safety issue affecting Diamond Aircraft Industries Inc. Model DA20-C1 aeroplanes equipped with the Artex 1000 Emergency Locator Transmitter (ELT). The directive mandates inspection and correction of a missing jumper wire in the ELT's G-Switch circuit to ensure proper activation during impact events. This AD aims to maintain the reliability of emergency locator equipment on affected aircraft.