Airbus must inspect more parts on more planes, more often

The US aviation regulator is tightening maintenance rules for several models of Airbus passenger jets. Airlines must now inspect more parts, more frequently, and on a wider range of aircraft models.

Airlines now face higher maintenance costs and potential downtime for a significant portion of their Airbus fleets. This change means that the regulator found new or more serious safety issues that require immediate, mandatory attention across the industry. It also expands the scope of these rules to include newer aircraft models, ensuring they are subject to the same rigorous checks.