EASA

The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), working with the European Commission and the Member States, has adapted the EU conflict zones advisory for air operators on the Middle East in response to the latest developments in the region.

Airbus A380 Wing Spars Should be Inspected Urgently, EASA Says The wing spars of 16 Airbus A380s require inspection and possible ensuing repairs, EASA said in an emergency airworthiness directive effective June 24. guy.ferneyhoug… Wed, 06/24/2026 - 12:13 Author Thierry Dubois Content source Aviation Daily Primary Category Safety, Ops & Regulation

The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has demanded that 16 Airbus A380 aircraft are urgently inspected, including five… EASA demands 16 Airbus A380s urgently inspected over wing spar cracks appeared first on AeroTime.

Airbus and European aviation regulators have initiated inspections on a number of Airbus A380 aircraft after cracks were discovered in a key structural component within the wing. The move follows findings made during routine maintenance checks, prompting the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) to issue an airworthiness directive requiring operators to inspect affected aircraft. […] The post Airbus orders A380 wing inspections after cracks found on Emirates and Qantas aircraft appeared first on MRO Business Today, Latest Aerospace News.

News Desk RIO DE JANEIRO: The International Air Transport Association (IATA) today announced the launch of “Save a Life, Not a Bag”, a passenger safety campaign urging travelers not to take cabin baggage during an aircraft evacuation. Supported by aviation safety regulators including European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) and The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) the campaign reinforces what … The post IATA Launches “Save a Life, Not a Bag” Passenger Safety Campaign appeared first on Biz Today.

European regulator warns of potential operational risks owing to characteristics that differ from Jet A-1. Europe’s air transport safety regulator has published guidance for the use of Jet A aviation fuel, as a measure to alleviate potential Jet A-1 supply constraints. But the European Union Aviation Safety Agency is stressing that the recommendations do not… The post EASA lays out safety guidance for using Jet A to ease fuel-supply constraints first appeared on FlightGlobal.

The situation in the Middle East and Persian Gulf has impacted the supply of Jet A-1 grade fuel, which is traditionally used in Europe. Aviation and fuel supply stakeholders are therefore reviewing the feasibility of using Jet A grade fuel, sourced from other regions of the world, to address a potential shortfall. In this context, EASA has issued a Safety Information Bulletin (SIB) to guide aviation actors on the safe management of Jet A grade fuel in a Jet A-1 environment.

P&W insists the Advantage will address some of the durability problems affecting earlier-generation GTFs Europe’s aviation regulator has certificated Airbus A320neo-family jets powered by Pratt & Whitney’s new GTF Advantage PW1100G turbofans, an engine the manufacturer says burns less fuel and is more durable than prior variants. P&W disclosed the European Union Aviation Safety Agency’s… The post EASA certifies A320neo with GTF Advantage, clearing path to service entry first appeared on FlightGlobal.