Airbus told to inspect A380 jets after regulators reported cracks in wings (opens original article in a new tab)

Airbus is conducting inspections on A380 aircraft following an emergency directive from EASA over wing cracks. The directive affects 16 planes, with 5 needing immediate checks. Most affected aircraft are operated by Emirates. The A380, the world's largest passenger jet, stopped production in 2021.

• Airbus ordered inspections on A380 jets after EASA found wing cracks
• EASA directive requires 16 A380s to be inspected with 5 before next flight
• 15 affected aircraft operated by Emirates and one by Qantas
• A380 production ended in 2021 due to declining demand
• EASA warns cracks could affect wing structural integrity