EASA Regulations & Airworthiness Directives

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EASA SIB CASA-2025-13

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.

Jan 22, 2026
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus BD-500 (A220 Series)

EASA SIB SAIB-2026-02

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.

Jan 22, 2026
Safety Information BulletinSafety MgmtMaintenanceTextron Aviation 1900 (Airliner)

EASA AD CF-2026-03

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.

Jan 22, 2026
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtDiamond Aircraft Industries, DA20

EASA AD 26-009

Landing Gear — Main Landing Gear Bogie Pivot Pin and Bushes — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 26-009 is a proposed directive addressing the inspection of main landing gear bogie pivot pins and bushes on Airbus A350-941 aeroplanes. It mandates repetitive detailed inspections to detect damage caused by frictional heating and potential cracking. The directive applies to all manufacturer serial numbers of the Airbus A350-941 and aims to prevent main landing gear collapse.

Jan 22, 2026
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A350

EASA AD 2026-0015-E

Stabilizers — Horizontal Stabilizer — Inspections

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2026-0015-E is an emergency directive addressing inspections of the horizontal stabilizer on Airbus Helicopters AS 332 and EC 225 models. It mandates inspections of metallic horizontal stabilizers, specifically those with part numbers 332A1310XXXX for AS 332 helicopters and all metallic horizontal stabilizers for EC 225 helicopters. The directive aims to prevent loss of control caused by potential failure of the horizontal stabilizer.

Jan 22, 2026
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters SA 330Airbus Helicopters AS 332Airbus Helicopters EC 225

EASA AD BR-2012-08-03R1

Cockpit Door Passive Lock Striker - Quick Release Pin and Hinges / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive BR-2012-08-03R1 is a Brazilian regulatory document issued by ANAC that mandates replacement of the cockpit door passive lock striker, quick-release pin, and hinges on specific Embraer ERJ 190 series aircraft models. It applies to ERJ 190-100 ECJ, STD, LR, IGW (except post-mod SB190-25-0270 freighter configuration), SR, and ERJ 190-200 STD, LR, and IGW airplanes as identified in Embraer Service Bulletins dated August 1, 2011. The directive aims to ensure continued airworthiness and safety of these aircraft by addressing a known issue with cockpit door hinges.

Jan 20, 2026
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtEmbraer ERJ 190

EASA AD US-2026-01-06

Fuselage - Cargo Barrier Fitting Link - Inspection

EASA AD US-2026-01-06 is a final airworthiness directive issued by the FAA addressing certain Boeing 787-9 and 787-10 airplanes. It requires inspection of cargo barrier fitting links to verify the titanium alloy material used, due to concerns that some fittings may have been manufactured with incorrect titanium alloy. The directive mandates use of high frequency eddy current or handheld X-ray fluorescence spectrometer inspections to determine material compliance and specifies replacement if necessary.

Jan 20, 2026
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 787

EASA AD US-2026-01-04

Fuselage - Ram Air Turbine Forward Fittings - Inspection

EASA AD US-2026-01-04 is a final airworthiness directive issued by the FAA addressing certain Boeing 787-9 and 787-10 airplanes. It mandates inspections of the ram air turbine (RAT) forward fittings to verify the titanium alloy material used in their manufacture. The directive aims to prevent potential failures related to incorrect material composition that could compromise backup hydraulic and electrical power.

Jan 20, 2026
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 787

EASA AD BR-2026-01-02

Horizontal Stabilizers Elevator and Wing Aileron Control Systems - Inspections

Brazilian Airworthiness Directive 2026-01-02 is a regulatory document issued by ANAC that applies to all Embraer S.A. airplanes model EMB-545 and EMB-550. It mandates inspections and maintenance actions on the horizontal stabilizers elevator and wing aileron control systems to address unexpected wear found in hinge bearing assemblies. The directive includes detailed functional checks and replacement intervals to ensure continued airworthiness and flight safety.

Jan 20, 2026
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtEmbraer EMB-545Embraer EMB-550

EASA AD 2024-0229R1

Main Rotor — Swashplate Bearing — Inspections

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0229R1 is an updated safety directive addressing the inspection and maintenance of swashplate bearings on Airbus Helicopters H160-B models. It mandates repetitive inspections, functional tests, and Health Usage Monitoring System (HUMS) data analysis to detect premature degradation of swashplate bearings. The directive applies to all serial numbers of the H160-B helicopter and specifies procedures for greasing and part installation.

Jan 20, 2026
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters H160

EASA AD 2026-0013

Rotorcraft Flight Manual — Limitations and Normal Procedures Section — Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2026-0013 is an amendment to the Rotorcraft Flight Manual for Airbus Helicopters EC 175 B models. It mandates updates to the Limitations and Normal Procedures section of the flight manual to address a safety concern related to pilot seat settings. This directive applies to all serial numbers of the EC 175 B helicopter.

Jan 20, 2026
Airworthiness DirectiveFlight OpsSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters EC175

EASA AD CF-2026-01

Tail Rotor - Incorrect Tailcone Assembly Part Number Identification Plate

EASA Airworthiness Directive CF-2026-01 is issued for Bell Helicopter Textron Canada Limited model 505 helicopters, serial number 65011 and subsequent. It addresses an issue with incorrect part number identification plates on certain tail cone assemblies. The directive mandates corrective action to ensure accurate part number identification to maintain aircraft safety.

Jan 20, 2026
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBell 505 (Jet Ranger X)

EASA AD 2026-0014

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks — Airworthiness Limitations Section Part 3 — Certification Maintenance Requirements — Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2026-0014 is an amendment concerning the Time Limits and Maintenance Checks outlined in the Airworthiness Limitations Section Part 3, specifically addressing Certification Maintenance Requirements for the Airbus S.A.S. A340 aircraft. This directive updates maintenance protocols to ensure continued airworthiness and safety compliance for the Airbus A340 fleet. It provides revised instructions for maintenance checks and time limits applicable to this aircraft type.

Jan 20, 2026
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A340

EASA AD US-2026-01-05

Wings - Aviation Partners Boeing (APB) Scimitar Blended Winglets Lower Stringer - Inspection / Maintenance Records Check

EASA Airworthiness Directive US-2026-01-05 is a final rule issued by the FAA addressing certain Boeing 757-200 and 757-300 series airplanes equipped with Aviation Partners Boeing (APB) scimitar blended winglets. The directive mandates inspections and maintenance record checks of the lower stringer areas on the wings to detect cracks and verify approved freeze plug repairs. This AD aims to ensure continued airworthiness by addressing potential structural cracking in critical wing components.

Jan 20, 2026
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 757

EASA AD 26-008

Fuselage — Scuppers of the Engine Drain System — Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 26-008 is a proposed directive addressing Airbus Helicopters EC 175 B models. It mandates modification of the fuselage engine drain system scuppers to replace non-fire-proof aluminum parts with redesigned fire-proof stainless steel components. This directive applies to all EC 175 B helicopters except those already modified with Airbus Helicopters modification 99A04406.

Jan 19, 2026
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters EC175

EASA AD 2026-0012

Landing Gear — Main Landing Gear Torque Link — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2026-0012 is an airworthiness directive addressing the replacement of main landing gear torque links on Dassault Mystère-Falcon 50, Falcon 2000, and Falcon 2000EX aeroplanes. It applies to specific part numbers of left-hand and right-hand upper and lower torque link assemblies identified by serial numbers. The directive mandates replacement of affected main landing gear components to ensure continued airworthiness.

Jan 19, 2026
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtDassault Falcon 2000Dassault Mystère-Falcon 50

EASA AD 26-006

Engine — Full Authority Digital Electronic Control Software — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 26-006 is a proposed directive addressing CFM International LEAP-1A engines installed on Airbus A319, A320, and A321 aircraft. It mandates modifications to the Full Authority Digital Electronic Control (FADEC) software, Pressure Sub System (PSS), and engine wiring harness to prevent engine thrust issues during takeoff. The directive applies to all serial numbers of specified LEAP-1A engine models.

Jan 16, 2026
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtCFM International LEAP-1ACFM International LEAP-1C

EASA AD CF-2026-02

Fuselage Structure — Aft Pressure Bulkhead Stiffener Found Cracked

EASA Airworthiness Directive CF-2026-02 is issued for Bombardier Inc. BD-700-1A10 and BD-700-1A11 aircraft, specifically serial numbers 9002 through 9198 with some exceptions. It addresses cracks found in the aft pressure bulkhead stiffener, part number GD233-1520, caused by missing attachment fasteners. This directive mandates inspections and repairs to ensure structural integrity of the fuselage.

Jan 16, 2026
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBombardier BD-700

EASA CZIB 2026-02-R1

Iran and neighbouring airspace

The document titled "Iran and neighbouring airspace" is a Conflict Zone Information Bulletin (CZIB) issued by EASA concerning all altitudes and flight levels within the Tehran Flight Information Region (FIR) in Iran (OIIX). It highlights increased risks to civil flights due to heightened military alertness and potential use of air-defence systems amid ongoing geopolitical tensions. This advisory applies to all air operators subject to EU Regulation 965/2012 and third country operators authorized by EASA operating to, from, or within the EU.

Jan 16, 2026
Safety Information BulletinFlight OpsSafety Mgmt

EASA AD BR-2025-12-01

Aircraft Maintenance Manual - Airworthiness Limitations - Revision

EASA Airworthiness Directive BR-2025-12-01 is a Brazilian regulatory document issued by ANAC that applies to Embraer S.A. aircraft models EMB-545 and EMB-550. It mandates revisions to the Aircraft Maintenance Manual to include updated airworthiness limitations, inspection thresholds, and intervals. This directive ensures continued structural integrity and compliance with mandatory maintenance requirements.

Jan 15, 2026
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtEmbraer EMB-545Embraer EMB-550