EASA Regulations & Airworthiness Directives

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EASA PAD 26-115

Sep 24, 2026

Tail Rotor – Damper Bracket – Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive PAD No. 26-115 is a proposed directive addressing the inspection of the tail rotor damper bracket Part Number 8G6420A00831 installed on Leonardo S.p.A. AW189 helicopters. It requires repetitive inspections to detect cracks or corrosion on the affected tail rotor damper bracket to ensure continued airworthiness and safety. The directive applies to all serial numbers of the AW189 helicopter model.

Proposed AD
  • Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AW189
  • Leonardo AW189

EASA PAD 26-113

Sep 23, 2026

Engine – High Pressure Turbine Front Seal – Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive Proposal 26-113 is a regulatory document addressing the inspection of the High Pressure Turbine (HPT) front seal on CFM INTERNATIONAL S.A. CFM56-5B and CFM56-7B engine models. These engines are commonly installed on Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 series aircraft, as well as Boeing 737-600, 737-700, 737-800, 737-900, and 737-900ER series aircraft. The directive proposes a one-time on-wing borescope inspection to detect potential misalignment and cracks in the HPT front seal to prevent uncontained part release and possible engine or aircraft damage.

Proposed AD
  • CFM International CFM56-5B
  • CFM International CFM56-7B
  • Airbus A318
  • Airbus A319
  • Airbus A320
  • Airbus A321
  • Boeing 737

EASA PAD 26-112

Sep 23, 2026

Fuselage – Mid Avionics Bay – Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive PAD No. 26-112 is a proposed directive addressing water ingress issues in the mid avionics bay of Airbus Canada Limited Partnership BD-500 series aeroplanes, specifically BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11 models. The directive targets serial numbers 50001 through 50088 for the BD-500-1A10 and 55001 through 55476 for the BD-500-1A11. It mandates modifications to prevent fluid infiltration that could lead to system failures and increased flight crew workload.

Proposed AD
  • Airbus BD-500 (A220 Series)
  • Airbus Canada BD-500-1A10
  • Airbus Canada BD-500-1A11

EASA AD 2026-0183

Sep 23, 2026

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks – Airworthiness Limitations Section – Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2026-0183 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Diamond Aircraft Industries GmbH DA 42, DA 42 M, DA 42 NG, and DA 42 M-NG aeroplanes of all serial numbers. This directive mandates compliance with updated airworthiness limitations and maintenance checks as specified in the Airworthiness Limitations Section (ALS) of the aircraft maintenance manuals and associated documents. It ensures continued airworthiness by enforcing life limits and maintenance tasks for critical components.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 42
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 42 MNG
  • Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 42 NG

EASA PAD 26-111

Sep 22, 2026

Landing Gear – Emergency Flotation System Adhesive Label – Removal

EASA Airworthiness Directive Proposal PAD No. 26-111 addresses the removal of a non-certified Emergency Flotation System (EFS) adhesive label, Part Number 214794-0, installed on Airbus Helicopters MBB-BK117 D-2 and D-3 models with serial numbers 20001 to 20360. The directive targets the incorrect EFS gas cylinder pressure limits displayed on the label, which could affect float inflation during ditching. This proposal applies to helicopters manufactured by Airbus Helicopters Deutschland GmbH and related entities.

Proposed AD
  • Airbus Helicopters MBB-BK 117
  • Airbus Helicopters MBB-BK117 D-2
  • Airbus Helicopters MBB-BK117 D-3

EASA AD 2026-0184

Sep 22, 2026

Rotorcraft Flight Manual – Limitations Section – Amendment System Integration and Display – Software – Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2026-0184 is an amendment addressing Airbus Helicopters H160-B models with specific serial numbers. It mandates updates to the Rotorcraft Flight Manual (RFM) limitations section and requires a software modification to the HELIONIX system to enhance flight safety during one engine inoperative conditions. This directive supersedes a previous AD and introduces new software and operational limitations.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus Helicopters H160B

EASA AD 2026-0182R1

Sep 22, 2026

Stabilizers – Elevators – Inspections / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2026-0182R1 is an updated regulatory requirement addressing inspections and replacement of elevators on Airbus A319 and A321 NEO models. It applies to specific elevator part numbers that lack Airbus modification 35515, which could lead to structural integrity issues due to water ingress and disbonding. The directive mandates thermographic inspections and replacement of affected elevator parts to ensure continued airworthiness.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A319
  • Airbus A321
  • Airbus A319 NEO
  • Airbus A321 NEO

EASA AD 2026-0182

Sep 21, 2026

Stabilizers – Elevators – Inspections / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2026-0182 is issued for Airbus A319 and A321 NEO aeroplanes addressing inspections and replacement of elevators without Airbus modification 35515. This directive targets elevators with specific part numbers that were incorrectly listed as eligible for installation, potentially affecting the structural integrity of the elevator. It mandates thermographic inspections and replacement of affected elevator parts to ensure continued airworthiness.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Airbus A319
  • Airbus A321
  • Airbus A319 NEO
  • Airbus A321 NEO

EASA AD 2026-0181

Sep 18, 2026

Power Plant – Air Intake Cowl – Nacelle Anti-ice Duct Female Socket – Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2026-0181 is an airworthiness directive addressing the inspection of the air intake cowl nacelle anti-ice duct female socket on Airbus A380-861 aeroplanes equipped with SAFRAN engine nacelles. It mandates repetitive inspections to detect wear and damage in the affected nacelle anti-ice systems to prevent structural failures. The directive applies to all manufacturer serial numbers of the Airbus A380-861.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus A380

EASA PAD 26-110

Sep 18, 2026

Stabilizers – Trimmable Horizontal Stabilizer Centre Joint Pivot Fitting – Inspections

EASA Airworthiness Directive Proposal PAD No. 26-110 addresses inspections of the trimmable horizontal stabilizer centre joint pivot fitting on Airbus A350-941 and A350-1041 aeroplanes. The directive targets potential structural integrity issues in the horizontal tail plane rear support fitting joint due to cracked sealant, rotated fasteners, and migrated bushes. It applies to all manufacturer serial numbers of these Airbus A350 models.

Proposed AD
  • Airbus A3509411041

EASA AD 2026-0179

Sep 18, 2026

Tail Rotor – Tail Rotor Blade – Service Life Limit Amendment / Replacement

The document titled 'Tail Rotor – Tail Rotor Blade – Service Life Limit Amendment / Replacement' is an airworthiness directive concerning the AIRBUS HELICOPTERS EC175 model. It addresses the service life limits and replacement requirements for the tail rotor blades of this helicopter type. The directive aims to ensure continued airworthiness and safety by updating maintenance and replacement protocols for these critical components.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus Helicopters EC175

EASA PAD 26-109

Sep 18, 2026

Wings – Main Landing Gear Attachment / Rib 5 Forward Lug – Inspection(s)

EASA Airworthiness Directive PAD No. 26-109 is a proposed directive addressing inspection requirements for the main landing gear Rib 5 forward lug on Airbus A300-600, A310, and A300 F4-608ST aeroplanes. It mandates repetitive detailed visual inspections of the affected lugs to detect corrosion and cracking that could compromise the structural integrity of the landing gear attachment. The directive applies to specific serial numbers and configurations as defined in the document.

Proposed AD
  • Airbus A300-600
  • Airbus A300-600ST (Beluga)
  • Airbus A310
  • Airbus A300 F4-608ST

EASA PAD 26-107

Sep 17, 2026

Flight Controls – Flight Control Primary Computer – Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive Proposal 26-107 is a regulatory document addressing Airbus A330-841 aeroplanes with specific manufacturer serial numbers. It mandates modifications to the Flight Control Primary Computer (FCPC) to upgrade to the P19/M32NEO 2K2 standard to prevent flight control system faults. The directive applies to certain serial numbers and includes concurrent modification requirements.

Proposed AD
  • Airbus A330841

EASA PAD 26-108

Sep 17, 2026

Flight Controls – Flight Control Primary Computer – Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive Proposal 26-108 is a regulatory document addressing Airbus A330-200 series aeroplanes, specifically models A330-201, A330-202, A330-203, A330-223, A330-223F, A330-243, and A330-243F with manufacturer serial numbers up to 2164. The directive focuses on modifying the Flight Control Primary Computer (FCPC) to a new standard to prevent faults affecting critical flight control systems. This proposal aims to enhance flight safety by mandating upgrades to the FCPC system on affected aircraft.

Proposed AD
  • Airbus A330200

EASA AD 2023-0214R1

Sep 16, 2026

Fuselage – Tail Rotor Drive Shaft / Rear Transmission Bearing Support – Inspections / Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0214R1 is an updated regulatory requirement affecting Airbus Helicopters EC 130 T2 models with specific modifications embodied. It addresses the inspection and modification of the tail rotor drive shaft and rear transmission bearing support to prevent failure of the tail rotor drive shaft and loss of yaw control. This directive supersedes previous ADs related to the same issue and focuses on reinforcing the bearing support.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus Helicopters AS 350
  • Airbus Helicopters EC 130
  • Airbus Helicopters EC 130 T2

EASA AD 2024-0144R1

Sep 16, 2026

Tail Rotor Drive – Shaft-Line – Check / Measurement / Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0144R1 is a regulatory update addressing the tail rotor drive shaft-line on Airbus Helicopters EC 130 T2 models with specific part numbers installed. It mandates repetitive vibration level measurements, corrective actions, and modifications to certain tail rotor drive shaft components to prevent potential failure and loss of yaw control. The directive applies to helicopters with affected rear rotor drive shafts, sliding flanges, and equipped splined sleeves as defined by part numbers.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus Helicopters AS 350
  • Airbus Helicopters EC 130
  • Airbus Helicopters EC 130 T2

EASA PAD 26-106

Sep 15, 2026

Landing Gear – Main Landing Gear Barrel – Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive Proposal PAD No. 26-106 addresses the inspection of the main landing gear barrels on DAHER Aircraft SAS TBM 700 aeroplanes. The directive targets specific serial numbers of main landing gear barrels installed on these aircraft to detect potential cracks due to manufacturing non-conformities. It applies to all TBM 700 aeroplanes regardless of serial number and requires inspection and possible replacement of affected parts.

Proposed AD
  • Daher Aerospace TBM 700
  • DAHER TBM 700

EASA AD US-2026-17-03

Sep 14, 2026

[Correction] Turbine Engine - 3rd-Stage High Pressure Compressor - Replacement

The Correction to Airworthiness Directive 2026-17-03 issued by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) addresses certain International Aero Engines AG models V2522-A5, V2524-A5, V2525-D5, V2527-A5, V2527E-A5, V2527M-A5, V2528-D5, V2530-A5, V2531-E5, and V2533-A5. This correction fixes a typographical error in paragraph (g) of the original directive related to the replacement of 3rd stage high-pressure compressor rotor blades. The directive aims to ensure continued airworthiness and safety of these turbine engines by mandating blade replacement under specified conditions.

Airworthiness Directive
  • International Aero Engines Ag V2500-( )5

EASA AD 2026-0178-E

Sep 14, 2026

Engine – Turbocharger Valve Housing – Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2026-0178-E is an emergency directive addressing the replacement of turbocharger valve housings on BRP-ROTAX GmbH & Co KG Rotax 915i and 916i series engines. These engines are commonly installed on various general aviation airplanes and powered sailplanes. The directive targets valve housings with part number 956492 that may have manufacturing defects leading to cracks and oil leakage.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Brp-Rotax Gmbh & Co Kg 915
  • Brp-Rotax Gmbh & Co Kg 916 iSc