Airworthiness

Airworthiness directives, type certification standards, continued airworthiness requirements, and maintenance obligations from FAA, EASA, and UK CAA.

EASA Easy Access Rules for Continuing Airworthiness — June 2026 Revision Incorporates Electric and Hybrid Aircraft Requirements

Engineers reviewing technical documentation beside an eVTOL electric aircraft in aviation facility representing EASA Easy Access Rules Continuing Airworthiness June 2026 revision incorporating Regulation EU 2025/111 for electric and hybrid aircraft

Regulatory Publication | EASA | Continuing Airworthiness Published: June 4, 2026 | Last Updated: June 2026 | Sources: EASA, EU Agenda, EASA eRules Platform Quick Summary EASA published a new revision of the Easy Access Rules for Continuing Airworthiness (EAR for CAW) on June 2, 2026. This formally incorporates Regulation (EU) 2025/111 — the EU’s … Read more

FAA Issues Airworthiness Directive for Airbus H160-B Helicopter — Emergency Life-Raft System Inspection Required

Airbus H160 helicopter on offshore oil platform helideck with crew conducting safety equipment checks representing FAA airworthiness directive for PLB and emergency life-raft system inspection June 2026

Airworthiness Directive | FAA | Airbus Helicopters H160-B Published: June 7, 2026 | Last Updated: June 2026 | Source: Federal Register, FAA Docket FAA-2026-11178 Quick Summary The FAA adopted a new airworthiness directive for all Airbus Helicopters Model H160-B helicopters, effective June 2026. This followed reports of a fully discharged personal locator beacon (PLB) battery … Read more

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FAA Final AD ATR: Hydraulic Pump & MEL Compliance in 2025

FAA Final AD ATR

FAA Final AD ATR mandates hydraulic pump upgrades & MEL compliance by Sep 11, 2025. Ensures turboprop safety, but challenges operators with costs & downtime. Executive Summary Introduction Behind the headlines of major aviation reforms, Airworthiness Directives (ADs) quietly safeguard the global fleet. The newly issued FAA Final AD ATR, effective September 11, 2025, targets … Read more

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FAA Airworthiness Directives – Airbus A350, Bombardier BD-700-1A10, BAE 4101, Dassault Falcon (Final Rules, August 14, 2025)

Airworthiness Directive Airbus A350

Airworthiness Directive Airbus A350: FAA’s Aug 14, 2025 Airworthiness Directive covers A350 HPV clip mandates, Global Express, BAE 4101, and Dassault Falcon safety updates Executive Summary On August 14, 2025, the FAA issued final Airworthiness Directives (ADs) for the following aircraft: Airbus A350 series, Bombardier BD-700-1A10, BAE 4101, and Dassault Falcon 7X. Introduction On August … Read more

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EASA Issues Multiple Airworthiness Directives on August 8, 2025

EASA August 2025 Airworthiness Directives

EASA August 2025 Airworthiness Directives mandate safety inspections and part replacements. EASA August 2025 Airworthiness Directives: Executive Summary On August 8, 2025, the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) issued Airworthiness Directives (ADs) 2025-0175, 2025-0177, and 2025-0178. These directives are aimed at addressing specific safety concerns related to particular aircraft and parts, necessitating mandatory actions … Read more

Explainer: What Are Civil Aviation Requirements (CARs)

Civil Aviation Requirements

Overview The Civil Aviation Requirements (CARs) are legally binding regulations in India, issued by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA). The DGCA is responsible for ensuring the safety and compliance of airlines, airports, and all aspects of aviation in the country. The CARs encompass various areas, including operations, licensing, airworthiness, training, and personnel. Essentially, … Read more