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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. [READ MORE]
COLOGNE, April 30, 2026 - Thibauld Jongen has been appointed Certification Director for the European Union Aviation Safety Agency, effective from June 1, 2026. The Certification Directorate is responsible for EASA certifications of all aircraft, as well as validations of certifications by authorities in other countries that hold a Bilateral Aviation Safety Agreement with the European Union. [READ MORE]
EASA Part-26 is a set of European aviation regulations that mandates additional airworthiness standards and safety improvements for aircraft the design of which has already been certified (i.e., aircraft in production or already in service). These focus on continued airworthiness and extending modern safety levels to older designs. There are a range of different requirements that apply to different aircraft and that are mandated from specific dates. [READ MORE]
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