Airbus to inspect 16 A380 planes over wing cracks

Airbus is initiating inspections on 16 of its A380 aircraft due to the discovery of cracks in a critical wing component. The European Union Aviation Safety Agency has mandated these checks, focusing on the wing-spar structure. Five of the affected planes, all operated by Emirates, are scheduled for immediate inspection. AI

RANK_REASON Regulatory action requiring inspection of a specific aircraft model due to a manufacturing defect.

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