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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

EASA AD CF-2026-36

Fuselage – Skin Assembly – Discrepant Fasteners at Air Data System Probe Doubler - Replacement

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2026-36 addresses discrepant fasteners in the fuselage skin assembly of Airbus Canada Limited Partnership BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11 aircraft. The directive focuses on the replacement of incorrectly installed aluminum rivets at the Air Data System Probe doubler with titanium Hi-Lite fasteners to ensure structural integrity. This AD applies to specific serial numbers of these aircraft models.

Airworthiness Directive

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

EASA AD 2026-0160

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks – Airworthiness Limitations Section – Amendment

The Time Limits / Maintenance Checks – Airworthiness Limitations Section – Amendment is an informational document issued by EASA regarding Ratier-Figeac FH385 and FH386 series propellers. It clarifies that no Airworthiness Directive (AD) exists for these propellers in civil aviation because they are not currently in civil service. The document directs stakeholders to consult the relevant military authority for applicable ADs concerning these propellers on military aircraft.

Ratier-Figeac FH385
Ratier-Figeac FH386

EASA AD 2026-0164

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

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2026-0164 is an amendment addressing the time limits and maintenance checks for Rolls-Royce Deutschland 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) in the Rolls-Royce Time Limits Manual to ensure mandatory inspections and life limits are correctly applied. It mandates compliance with the revised maintenance tasks and life limits to maintain engine airworthiness.

Airworthiness Directive

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

EASA AD 2026-0117R1

Engine – Low Pressure Turbine Discs – Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2026-0117R1 is an updated safety directive addressing inspection requirements for low pressure turbine stage 3 and stage 4 discs on Rolls-Royce Trent 1000 engines, commonly installed on Boeing 787 aircraft. The directive mandates inspections to detect cracks caused by rubbing contact with interstage static seals to prevent potential turbine disc failure. It applies to all serial numbers of Trent 1000-A2 through Trent 1000-L2 engine variants.

Airworthiness Directive

Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg TRENT 1000
Boeing 787

EASA AD 2026-0163

Navigation – GLU-2100 Global Navigation Satellite System Clock Oscillator – Operational Limitation

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2026-0163 is an operational limitation directive affecting Airbus A350-941 and A350-1041 aeroplanes. It addresses issues with the GLU-2100 Global Navigation Satellite System Clock Oscillator, specifically certain units with untested oscillators that may cause erroneous position information. The directive prohibits operation and installation of affected GLU-2100 units unless modified according to Collins Aerospace instructions.

Airworthiness Directive

Airbus A3509411041

EASA SIB SAIB-2026-10R1

Equipment / Furnishings - Restraint Systems

The FAA Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin SAIB: 2026-10R1 addresses airworthiness concerns related to torso restraint systems and safety belts installed in general aviation aircraft. It highlights failures in restraint assemblies, particularly at the shoulder harness Y-junction, that have contributed to serious injuries and fatalities in multiple accidents involving general aviation airplanes such as the Aeronca 7AC. The bulletin provides guidance on compliance with Technical Standard Orders TSO-C114 and TSO-C22g for restraint performance.

Safety Information Bulletin

Aeronca 7AC

EASA AD 2026-0145R1

Flight Controls – Maintenance and Avionics Interface Computer Software – Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2026-0145R1 is issued for Dassault Aviation Falcon 7X aeroplanes, serial numbers 2 through 400 inclusive, that have not embodied modification M1000. This directive addresses maintenance and avionics interface computer software modifications related to flight controls, specifically targeting the inboard slats extension failure issue during landing. It mandates updates to the Maintenance and Avionics Interface Computer (MAIC) software and amendments to the Aeroplane Flight Manual (AFM).

Airworthiness Directive

Dassault Falcon 7X

EASA AD 2026-0162

Flight Controls – Roll Spoiler Actuator Mount – Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2026-0162 is an airworthiness directive addressing the inspection of roll spoiler actuator mounts on Dornier 328-100 aeroplanes. It mandates a one-time inspection to detect corrosion around the pivot-bearing area of the roll spoiler actuator mount, which is difficult to detect due to its concealed location. The directive applies to all manufacturer serial numbers of Dornier 328-100 aircraft and requires reporting of inspection results to Deutsche Aircraft GmbH.

Airworthiness Directive

Deutsche Aircraft Gmbh Dornier 328
Dornier 328-100

EASA AD 2026-0150

Lights – Emergency Power Supply Unit Battery Pack – Life Limit Implementation / Functional Check

The document titled 'Lights – Emergency Power Supply Unit Battery Pack – Life Limit Implementation / Functional Check' is an informational record created by EASA regarding the Airbus A400M aircraft. It clarifies that no Airworthiness Directive (AD) exists for this aircraft in civil service because there are currently no Airbus A400M aeroplanes in civil operation. The legally binding requirements for this subject are issued by the relevant military airworthiness authorities depending on the country of registration.

Safety Information Bulletin

Airbus Military A400M
Airbus A400M

EASA PAD 26-094

Rotor(s) – Main Rotor Yoke – Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive Proposal 26-094 is a proposed directive addressing the inspection of main rotor yokes on Leonardo S.p.A. AB412 and AB412 EP helicopters. It targets specific main rotor yokes manufactured by Bell Helicopter Textron that may have manufacturing defects leading to structural damage. The directive requires a one-time inspection and potential replacement of affected parts to ensure continued airworthiness.

Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AB212
Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AB412
Leonardo AB412
Leonardo AB412 EP

EASA AD CF-2026-39

Tail Rotor – Tail Rotor Pitch Horn Fracture - Replacement

The Canadian Emergency Airworthiness Directive CF-2026-39 addresses a critical safety issue affecting Bell Textron Canada Limited model 222 helicopters, serial numbers 47006 through 47089. It mandates the replacement of tail rotor pitch horn Part Number 222-012-774-109 due to in-flight fatigue failure risks. The directive requires installation of serviceable parts P/N 222-012-705-105 or 222-012-705-107 to ensure continued safe operation.

Airworthiness Directive

Bell 222
Bell Textron Canada Limited 222