EASA Regulations & Airworthiness Directives

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EASA AD 2026-0139

Air Conditioning – Air Distribution / Air Recirculation Fans – Inspection(s)

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2026-0139 is an airworthiness directive addressing inspection requirements for air distribution and air recirculation fans installed on SAAB SF340A and 340B aeroplanes. It specifically targets recirculation fans with part numbers EVCTA465, EVCTA465A, and EVCTA465B due to potential electrical arcing issues. The directive mandates inspections and possible replacement of affected parts to ensure continued airworthiness and safety.

Jul 14, 2026
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtSaab Ab 340SAAB SF340ASAAB SF340B

EASA CZIB CZIB-2026-07R1

Airspace of the Persian Gulf and Gulf of Oman

The document titled 'Airspace of the Persian Gulf and Gulf of Oman' is a Conflict Zone Information Bulletin (CZIB) issued by EASA concerning the airspace of Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, Oman, and the United Arab Emirates, including the Gulf of Oman waters west of longitude 58°E. It warns of high risks to all civil flights at all altitudes due to ongoing military conflict, missile and drone threats, and heightened military activity in the region. The bulletin applies to all aircraft operating under Commission Regulation (EU) 965/2012 and third Country Operators authorized by EASA for operations to, from, and within the EU.

Jul 14, 2026
Safety Information BulletinFlight OpsSafety Mgmt

EASA AD US-2026-14-11

Air Conditioning - AFM Operating Procedures - Amendment

The document titled Air Conditioning - AFM Operating Procedures - Amendment is a regulatory amendment concerning the operating procedures related to aircraft air conditioning systems as outlined in the Aircraft Flight Manual (AFM). The amendment aims to update or clarify procedures to ensure proper operation and safety of the air conditioning systems. Specific aircraft types or engine models affected are not explicitly mentioned in the document.

Jul 13, 2026
OtherFlight OpsSafety MgmtBoeing 737

EASA AD 2026-0138

Landing Gear – Main Landing Gear Axle Beam – Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2026-0138 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting all Dassault Aviation Falcon 6X aeroplanes. It addresses inspection requirements for the main landing gear axle beam, specifically concerning potential interference with certain brake assemblies. The directive mandates inspection and replacement actions to ensure continued airworthiness and safety of the landing gear components.

Jul 13, 2026
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtDassault Falcon 6X

EASA AD 26-084

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks – Engine Time Limits Manual – Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive PAD No. 26-084 is a proposed amendment concerning the time limits and maintenance checks for Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co KG RB211 Trent 900 engines, specifically models RB211 Trent 970-84, 972-84, and 972E-84, commonly installed on Airbus A380 aircraft. This directive updates the Airworthiness Limitations Section (ALS) within the Rolls-Royce Time Limits Manual Revision 70 to ensure continued airworthiness of these engines. It mandates compliance with new and more restrictive maintenance tasks and life limits to address potential unsafe conditions.

Jul 13, 2026
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtRolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg RB211 TRENT 900Airbus A380

EASA AD 2026-0137

Doors – Door Locking Mechanism – Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2026-0137 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Pipistrel Vertical Solutions d.o.o. Virus SW 121 and SW 128 aeroplanes. It addresses a safety issue related to the door locking mechanism on these aircraft models. The directive mandates modifications to the door locking mechanism to prevent potential in-flight door detachment.

Jul 10, 2026
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtPipistrel Vertical Solutions D.O.O. Virus SWPipistrel Virus SW 121Pipistrel Virus SW 128

EASA AD 2026-0136

Flights Controls – Trimmable Horizontal Stabilizer Actuator Ballscrew Lower Splines – Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2026-0136 is an airworthiness directive addressing corrosion issues in the trimmable horizontal stabilizer actuator (THSA) ballscrew lower splines on Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aircraft. It applies to specific THSA part numbers that may suffer corrosion leading to potential loss of control of the airplane. The directive mandates inspections and possible replacement of affected parts to ensure continued airworthiness.

Jul 10, 2026
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A318Airbus A319Airbus A320Airbus A321

EASA AD 2026-0135

Fuselage – Rear Fuselage – Inspections

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2026-0135 is an airworthiness directive affecting Airbus A330 aircraft modified under EASA Supplemental Type Certificate 10063798 for passenger to freighter conversion. It mandates inspections and modifications related to the rear fuselage to address potential structural integrity issues caused by differences in fastener sizes between the STC design and Airbus Service Bulletin requirements.

Jul 9, 2026
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A330

EASA SIB BEA-2026-03

Operation in Icing Conditions

BEA 2026-03 is a Special Airworthiness Bulletin providing guidance on the operation of the ice protection system for Embraer EMB-500 aircraft. It addresses the importance of correctly using the wing and horizontal stabilizer de-ice system during icing conditions to maintain safe stall warning thresholds and approach speeds. The bulletin offers non-mandatory recommendations to operators, training centers, and owners to ensure proper system use and ice contamination verification.

Jul 9, 2026
Safety Information BulletinFlight OpsTrainingSafety MgmtEmbraer EMB-500 (Phenom 100)Embraer EMB-500

EASA CZIB CZIB-2026-04

Airspace of Iran

The document titled 'Airspace of Iran' is a safety information bulletin issued by EASA concerning the FIR Tehran (OIIX) airspace at all altitudes and flight levels. It addresses the heightened risks to civil aviation due to ongoing military conflicts and tensions involving Iran, including recent military strikes and retaliatory actions. The bulletin applies to air operators subject to Commission Regulation (EU) 965/2012 and third country operators authorized by EASA operating to, from, or within the EU.

Jul 8, 2026
Safety Information BulletinFlight OpsSafety Mgmt

EASA CZIB CZIB-2026-05

Airspace of Iraq

The document titled Airspace of Iraq is a safety information bulletin issued by EASA concerning the FIR Baghdad (ORBB) airspace at all altitudes and flight levels. It highlights ongoing conflict-related risks due to military activities and the presence of violent non-state actors, affecting civil aviation safety in Iraqi airspace. The bulletin applies to all air operators subject to Commission Regulation (EU) 965/2012 and third country operators authorized by EASA operating to, from, or within the EU.

Jul 8, 2026
Safety Information BulletinSafety MgmtFlight Ops

EASA CZIB CZIB-2026-06

Airspace of Lebanon

The document titled 'Airspace of Lebanon' is a safety information bulletin issued by EASA concerning the FIR Beirut (OLBB) airspace at all altitudes and flight levels. It highlights the high risk to civil aircraft due to ongoing military conflict and instability in Lebanese airspace, affecting all operators subject to Commission Regulation (EU) 965/2012 and third country operators authorized by EASA. No specific aircraft types or engine models are referenced.

Jul 8, 2026
Safety Information BulletinFlight OpsSafety Mgmt

EASA AD 2026-0134

Flight Controls – Elevator Aileron Computer – Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2026-0134 is an airworthiness directive addressing the replacement of the Elevator Aileron Computer (ELAC) on Airbus A319, A320, and A321 aeroplanes. It applies to specific ELAC part numbers associated with these aircraft models and aims to ensure continued safe flight control operation. The directive updates previous requirements related to ELAC replacement and installation.

Jul 8, 2026
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A319Airbus A320Airbus A321

EASA AD 2026-0133

Fuselage – Centre Fuselage Forward Pressure Bulkhead – Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2026-0133 is an airworthiness directive addressing inspection requirements for the centre fuselage forward pressure bulkhead on Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aeroplanes. It applies to various models and serial numbers except those with specific Airbus modifications embodied in production or service. The directive mandates repetitive rototest inspections of the forward pressure bulkhead hole C1 and provides an optional terminating modification.

Jul 8, 2026
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A318Airbus A319Airbus A320Airbus A321

EASA AD 2026-0052R1

Instruments – Fuse Cover Attachment of Circuit Breaker Panel – Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2026-0052R1 is a regulatory update addressing a safety issue in Airbus Helicopters AS 350 B2, AS 350 B3, and EC 130 B4 models. The directive mandates modification of the fuse cover attachment on the circuit breaker panel to prevent interference with the pilot pedal, which could impair yaw control. This AD applies to specific affected parts identified by part numbers and requires compliance with updated service bulletin instructions.

Jul 8, 2026
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters AS 350Airbus Helicopters EC 130Airbus Helicopters AS 350 B2Airbus Helicopters AS 350 B3Airbus Helicopters EC 130 B4

EASA AD 2026-0132

Rotors Flight Control – Upper Ball Bearing End of the Main Rotor Servo-Controls – Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2026-0132 is an airworthiness directive addressing the inspection of the upper ball bearing ends of the main rotor servo-controls on Airbus Helicopters AS 350 B3, AS 355 (F, F1, F2, N, NP), and EC 130 (B4, T2) models. The directive mandates a one-time and recurring inspection of the nut tightening torque on affected parts to prevent potential disconnection of the upper ball bearing end from the main rotor servo-controls. This AD applies to specific part numbers equipped with certain nut retainers and aims to ensure continued safe flight control operation.

Jul 8, 2026
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters AS 350Airbus Helicopters EC 130Airbus Helicopters AS 355Airbus Helicopters AS 350 B3Airbus Helicopters AS 355 FAirbus Helicopters AS 355 F1Airbus Helicopters AS 355 F2Airbus Helicopters AS 355 NAirbus Helicopters AS 355 NPAirbus Helicopters EC 130 B4Airbus Helicopters EC 130 T2

EASA AD 2025-0274R1

Fire Protection – Fire Panel – Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2025-0274R1 is a regulatory update addressing fire panel inspections on Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aircraft. It targets specific fire panel part numbers that have been linked to incidents of engine fire switch self-releasing, which could cause uncommanded in-flight engine shutdowns. The directive mandates inspections, replacements, and installation requirements to ensure continued airworthiness and safety.

Jul 7, 2026
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A318Airbus A319Airbus A320Airbus A321

EASA AD US-2026-13-03

Fuselage - Stringers and Stringer Splice Fittings - Inspection

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2026-13-03 addresses certain Boeing 747-8F series airplanes. This directive mandates inspections of fuselage stringers and stringer splice fittings for cracking and the presence of radius fillers at specific fastener locations. It also requires applicable on-condition actions to ensure continued airworthiness.

Jul 7, 2026
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBoeing 747Boeing 747-8F

EASA AD 2025-0158R2

Landing Gear – Main Landing Gear Door Actuators – Inspections

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2025-0158R2 is an updated regulatory requirement addressing inspections and corrective actions for main landing gear door actuators on Airbus A318, A319, A320, and A321 aircraft models. It targets actuators with specific part number 114122015 and serial numbers listed in Airbus Alert Operators Transmission A32N033-24, aiming to prevent landing gear extension issues caused by actuator assembly errors. The directive mandates repetitive inspections and eventual replacement or modification of affected parts to ensure continued airworthiness.

Jul 7, 2026
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus A318Airbus A319Airbus A320Airbus A321