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EASA AD 2026-0170

Engine – Propeller Gearbox – Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2026-0170 is an airworthiness directive addressing the inspection of propeller gearboxes installed on certain light sport and general aviation aeroplanes equipped with BRP-Rotax 912 ULS2 engines. The affected aircraft include Evektor SportStar RTC, Tomark Viper SD-4 RTC, Breezer B600, and Czech Aircraft Group PS-28 Cruiser models. The directive mandates inspection for missing oil spray nozzles and securing screws in the propeller gearbox to prevent potential engine oil loss or uncommanded engine shutdown.

Airworthiness Directive

Breezer Aircraft Gmbh & Co. Kg. B600
Czech Sport Aircraft PS-28 Cruiser
Evektor, Spol. S R.O. SportStar RTC
Tomark, S.R.O. Viper SD-4
Evektor SportStar RTC
Tomark Viper SD-4 RTC
Breezer B600
Czech Aircraft Group PS-28 Cruiser

EASA PAD 26-099

Equipment / Furnishing – Cargo Hook Barrel Nuts and Retainers – Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive PAD No. 26-099 is a proposed directive addressing the inspection of cargo hook barrel nuts and retainers on Leonardo AW169 helicopters. It applies specifically to certain serial numbers of the AW169 model and focuses on structural provision Part Number 6F5310A07112 related to optionally installed cargo hooks. The directive mandates a one-time inspection to verify the correct installation and condition of these components.

Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AW169
Leonardo AW169

EASA AD US-2026-15-02

Fuel - Lightning Protection for Engine Fuel Feed System - Inspections

Fuel - Lightning Protection for Engine Fuel Feed System - Inspections is a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airworthiness Directive (AD 2026-15-02) that applies to all Boeing Company Model 777-200, 777-200LR, 777-300ER, and 777F series airplanes equipped with General Electric GE90 series turbofan engines. This AD mandates repetitive detailed inspections and bond resistance measurements of bonding jumpers on the first fuel feed tube near the wing front spar at the main fuel tank penetrations, along with corrective actions and maintenance program revisions to incorporate new airworthiness limitations.

Airworthiness Directive

Boeing 777200200LR300ER
Boeing 777F

EASA AD US-2026-17-10

Reciprocating Engine - Piston Pin - Replacement

The Federal Register document titled "Reciprocating Engine - Piston Pin - Replacement" is a final rule airworthiness directive issued by the FAA affecting certain Lycoming Engines Model O-235, O-540, and IO-540. It addresses piston pin failures that have caused metal contamination in engine oil and engine failures. The directive mandates replacement of affected piston pins and inspections to prevent unsafe conditions.

Airworthiness Directive

Lycoming Engines IO-540
Lycoming Engines O-235
Lycoming Engines O-540

EASA AD 26-098-CN

CANCELLED: Equipment / Furnishings – Safety Belts / Torso Restraint Systems – Inspection / Replacement

EASA PAD No. 26-098-CN is a Proposed Airworthiness Directive Cancellation Notice regarding safety belts and torso restraint systems installed on aircraft requiring dynamically tested seats under European and international certification specifications. It affects products from manufacturers including AmSafe, Anjou Aeronautique, Davis Aircraft Products Co., Schroth Safety Products GmbH, and Pacific Scientific. The document addresses the cancellation of previous airworthiness requirements related to inspection and replacement of these restraint systems.

Agency Decision

EASA PAD 26-097

Flight Controls – Angle of Attack Probes – Functional Checks

EASA Airworthiness Directive Proposal PAD No. 26-097 addresses functional checks of the angle of attack (AoA) probes heating elements on ATR 42 and ATR 72 aeroplanes. It applies specifically to Thales AoA probes with Part Number C16363AA installed on various ATR 42 and ATR 72 models. The directive aims to ensure continued airworthiness by requiring repetitive functional checks to detect degradation of the heating element that could lead to ice accumulation and loss of stall protection.

ATR ATR42
ATR ATR72
ATR 42
ATR 72

EASA AD 2025-0094R2

Electrical Power – Overhead Panel Wires Interference – Inspection / Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2025-0094R2 is an updated regulatory requirement addressing electrical power overhead panel wire interference in Leonardo S.p.A. AB139 and AW139 helicopters. It mandates inspections and modifications to detect and correct potential interference and damage between electrical cables and connectors in the overhead panel, which could lead to fire and loss of helicopter control. The directive applies to specific serial number ranges of these helicopter models.

Airworthiness Directive

Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AB139
Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AW139
Leonardo AB139
Leonardo AW139

EASA AD 2026-0169

Fuselage – Centre Fuselage – Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2026-0169 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A330 aircraft modified with the Elbe Flugzeugwerke GmbH Supplemental Type Certificate 10063798 for Passenger-to-Freighter conversion. The directive addresses a structural issue related to non-conforming fasteners installed on brackets supporting the P2F Bypass Ducts in the centre fuselage. It mandates modification to ensure continued airworthiness and prevent potential fuel leakage and structural integrity risks.

Airworthiness Directive

Airbus A330

EASA AD 2026-0168

Tail Rotor Drive – Tail Gear Box and Chip Detector – Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2026-0168 is issued for Leonardo S.p.A. A109 series helicopters and AW109SP models, addressing inspection requirements for the tail rotor drive's tail gear box (TGB) and chip detector. This directive applies to all serial numbers of the affected helicopter models equipped with specific Turbomecanica-manufactured TGB case assemblies. The AD mandates repetitive inspections, cleaning, and operational tests to detect abnormal wear and prevent potential failure of the tail gear box.

Airworthiness Directive

Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters A109
Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters A119
Leonardo A109
Leonardo AW109SP

EASA AD CF-2026-41

Time Limits/Maintenance Checks – Airworthiness Limitations – Amendment

The Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2026-41 titled 'Time Limits/Maintenance Checks – Airworthiness Limitations – Amendment' applies to Bombardier Inc. models CL-600-1A11, CL-600-2A12, and CL-600-2B16 aircraft. It mandates compliance with updated or more restrictive airworthiness limitations published in Bombardier's Time Limits/Maintenance Checks (TLMC) manuals for Challenger 600, 601, 604, 605, and 650 series aircraft. The directive ensures continued airworthiness by enforcing mandatory maintenance tasks and limitations.

Airworthiness Directive

Bombardier CL-600 (Challenger)
Bombardier CL-600-1A11
Bombardier CL-600-2A12
Bombardier CL-600-2B16

EASA PAD 26-096

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks – Airworthiness Limitations Section – Amendment

EASA Proposed Airworthiness Directive (PAD) 26-096 addresses the time limits and maintenance checks in the Airworthiness Limitations Section for Diamond Aircraft Industries GmbH DA 42, DA 42 M, DA 42 NG, and DA 42 M-NG aeroplanes. It mandates compliance with updated maintenance tasks and life limits as specified in the latest Airworthiness Limitations Section and associated documents. This PAD applies to all serial numbers of the affected aircraft models.

Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 42
Diamond Aircraft Industries GmbH DA 42
Diamond Aircraft Industries GmbH DA 42 MNG
Diamond Aircraft Industries GmbH DA 42 NG

EASA AD 2026-0167

Wings – Wing Rib 26 – Modification; Master Minimum Equipment List – Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2026-0167 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting specific Airbus A350-1041 aeroplanes. It addresses a safety concern related to the wing rib 26 and wing lower cover joint connection on both left and right sides. The directive also includes amendments to the Master Minimum Equipment List (MMEL) for these aircraft.

Airworthiness Directive

Airbus A3501041

EASA PAD 26-095

Flight Controls – Airbrake Control Torsion Tube – Inspections

EASA Airworthiness Directive PAD No. 26-095 is a proposed directive addressing the inspection and replacement requirements for the airbrake control torsion tube assembly on Allstar PZL Glider Sp. z o.o. SZD-54-2 "Perkoz" sailplanes. It applies to all serial numbers of this sailplane model and focuses on the control lever - torsion tube assembly part number 540.64.30.00. The directive aims to ensure continued airworthiness by preventing cracks that could impair airbrake functionality.

Allstar Pzl Glider SZD-54 Perkoz
Allstar PZL Glider SZD-54-2 Perkoz

EASA AD 2026-0166

Fuselage – Splice of Frame X5295 – Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2026-0166 is an airworthiness directive affecting Airbus Helicopters EC 225 LP models with specific Airbus Helicopters modifications. It addresses an issue with the upper splice plates at frame X5295, where the material was incorrectly recorded as steel instead of aluminium, potentially compromising structural integrity. The directive mandates inspection and corrective actions to ensure proper maintenance and safety compliance.

Airworthiness Directive

Airbus Helicopters SA 330
Airbus Helicopters AS 332
Airbus Helicopters EC 225
Airbus Helicopters EC 225 LP

EASA AD 2026-0165

Engine Exhaust – Nozzle Exhaust Duct Clamp Assembly – Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2026-0165 is an airworthiness directive addressing the inspection of nozzle exhaust duct clamp assemblies on Leonardo S.p.A. AB139 and AW139 helicopters. It applies to specific serial numbers of these helicopter models and targets clamp assemblies with part numbers 3P7115A10751 or BAS238-6-1300. The directive mandates repetitive inspections to detect damage or cracks that could compromise tail rotor drive shaft safety.

Airworthiness Directive

Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AB139
Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AW139
Leonardo AB139
Leonardo AW139

EASA AD US-2026-15-17

Main Rotor Gearbox - Main Rotor Shaft - Inspection / Replacement

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2026-15-17 is a final rule addressing the main rotor shaft (MRS) inspection and replacement requirements for various helicopter models including Sikorsky S-61 variants, Croman SH-3H, Carson S-61L and SH-3H, Glacier CH-3E, Robinson Air Crane CH-3 and HH-3 variants, and Siller CH-3E and SH-3A helicopters. This directive updates life limits and inspection protocols for MRS part numbers S6135-20640-001, S6135-20640-002, and S6137-23040-001 to ensure continued airworthiness and safety.

Airworthiness Directive

Sikorsky S-61
Croman SH-3H
Carson S-61L
Carson SH-3H
Glacier CH-3E
Robinson Air Crane CH-3
Robinson Air Crane HH-3
Siller CH-3E
Siller SH-3A

EASA AD CF-2026-38

Maintenance Requirements Manual Part 2 - Airworthiness Limitation Items - Amendment

Maintenance Requirements Manual Part 2 - Airworthiness Limitation Items - Amendment is a Canadian Airworthiness Directive (AD CF-2026-38) affecting De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited model DHC-8-401 and DHC-8-402 aeroplanes. It mandates compliance with updated and more restrictive Candidate Certification Maintenance Requirements (CMR) limitations in the Maintenance Requirements Manual Part 2 Airworthiness Limitation Items section. The directive ensures continued airworthiness by requiring updated maintenance tasks and intervals.

Airworthiness Directive

De Havilland Canada DHC-8
De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited DHC-8-401
De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited DHC-8-402

EASA AD US-2026-16-12

Stabilizer - Horizontal Stabilizer Spar - Inspection/Replacement

Airworthiness Directive 2026-16-12 is a final rule issued by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) addressing Air Tractor, Inc. Model AT-802 and AT-802A airplanes equipped with Wipaire, Inc. Supplemental Type Certificate No. SA01795CH. This directive mandates inspections and potential replacement of the horizontal stabilizer spars to prevent structural failure. It also incorporates new inspection areas related to the vertical fin structural support brace attachment.

Airworthiness Directive

Air Tractor AT-600
Air Tractor AT-800
Air Tractor AT-802
Air Tractor AT-802A

EASA AD 2016-0193R2

Engine – Low Pressure Turbine Exhaust Case and Support Assembly (Tail Bearing Housing) – Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2016-0193R2 is an updated regulation addressing inspection and replacement requirements for the low pressure turbine exhaust case and support assembly (Tail Bearing Housing) of Rolls-Royce RB211 Trent 900 engines, commonly installed on Airbus A380 aircraft. This directive mandates inspections to detect cracks or damage in specific TBH components and outlines corrective actions and optional terminating modifications to ensure continued airworthiness.

Airworthiness Directive

Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg RB211 TRENT 900
Airbus A380

EASA AD 2026-0159

Fuselage – Ram Air Turbine Rod Assembly – Inspection

The document titled 'Fuselage – Ram Air Turbine Rod Assembly – Inspection' is an informational Airworthiness Directive record issued by EASA concerning the Airbus A400M aircraft. Since there are currently no Airbus A400M aeroplanes in civil service, no public AD document exists. The document is intended for design approval holders and military airworthiness authorities responsible for the affected military aircraft.

Airworthiness Directive

Airbus Military A400M
Airbus A400M