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The Airbus A320 family of aircraft has come under increased regulatory scrutiny in 2025, with aviation safety agencies in both the United States and Europe issuing directives and informational bulletins concerning potential technical issues. These actions highlight the ongoing efforts by authorities to ensure the airworthiness of one of the world's most popular single-aisle jets.
Early in the year, the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) took action by issuing a new airworthiness directive for the Airbus A320 series. While such directives are a standard part of fleet oversight, they mandate inspections or modifications to address identified safety concerns. This move signaled a proactive approach by the regulator to maintain safety standards across the fleet.
In Europe, the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has also been active, publishing multiple Safety Information Bulletins (SIBs). One bulletin, issued in October 2025, addressed the potential for failures in the Digital Radio and Audio Integrated Management System on both the A320neo and A330 family aircraft. Although EASA noted the bulletin was for informational purposes and its recommendations were not mandatory, it serves to alert operators to a potential issue requiring their attention. Another EASA bulletin from July 2025 highlighted a risk management issue related to the Load Reduction Device (LRD) on certain CFM LEAP engines, which power the A320neo family, among others.
These concerns are not strictly confined to the A320 family. Earlier in the year, reports also emerged of an investigation into corrosion problems affecting some components on the newer Airbus A220 model. While separate from the A320 issues, it contributes to a wider picture of ongoing technical assessments across the Airbus product line. Together, these regulatory actions and investigations underscore the rigorous and continuous safety monitoring that defines the modern commercial aviation industry, aimed at preemptively addressing any potential risks before they can impact flight operations.
