Airbus to inspect 16 A380s after cracks found on plane wings (opens original article in a new tab)

Airbus will inspect 16 A380 aircraft after cracks were found in wing components, with immediate inspections required for five of them. The European Union Aviation Safety Agency ordered the checks following routine maintenance discoveries. The A380 has previously faced wing-related problems that led to costly repairs.

• Airbus to inspect 16 A380s after cracks found in wing components
• EASA ordered urgent inspections of wing-spar structures on affected aircraft
• 15 of the 16 planes are operated by Emirates, one by Qantas
• Five aircraft to be inspected immediately, others before their 13th flight cycle
• A380 has had previous wing-related issues requiring inspections and repairs