Category: Travel

The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has published Amendment 16 and Amendment 15 of the Easy Access Rules (EAR) for European Technical Standard Orders (CS-ETSO) in pdf format. Today’s publication also includes corrected versions of the published Amendments 11-14 of the EAR for ETSO, also in pdf. Kindly note that Amendment 17 and Amendment […]

The new EASA Certification Platform goes live! EASA has worked hard on the digitalisation of certification projects, and during the last 10 months has developed and tested a new platform designed to improve efficiency, transparency, and predictability in the way we work with external stakeholders in different Certification areas. The new tool will mainly manage […]

The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has launched the AI Olympics — an initiative that goes hand in hand with the EASA AI Days conference taking place in Cologne on September 9 — 10, 2026. If you have a great aviation AI-based system, we are offering you the chance to show the industry what […]

WASHINGTON D.C., June 18, 2026 —  The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) reaffirmed their commitment to advancing global aviation safety through deeper collaboration, transparency, and trust during a period of rapid technological innovation. The renewed dedication was made at the 2026 FAA and EASA International Safety Conference in Chantilly, Virginia.  […]

Maintenance Organisation Approval (MOA) and Maintenance Training Organisation Approval (MTOA) holders can now benefit from a more streamlined and digital way of interacting with EASA through the Organisation Approvals Tool (OA Tool) and the EASA Service Portal. The OA Tool provides organisations with a central platform that supports EASA oversight activities throughout the approval lifecycle. […]

Exploring Alabama is like stepping into the living heartbeat of the Deep South. A place where history, innovation, soulful food, and warm hospitality blend into one unforgettable road trip. This journey takes you from the rocket‑fueled energy of Huntsville, through the cultural grit and culinary scene of Birmingham, into the powerful civil rights legacy of […]

Crossing into Louisiana, you will soon discover the warm hospitality, rich culture, and the unmistakable spirit of the Deep South. After a day that spans three states, the welcome becomes instantly personal at the Louisiana Welcome Centre, where Community Coffee and friendly local tips set the tone for the adventure ahead. This is where Cajun […]

Tennessee offers a rich blend of music, history, culture and natural beauty, a perfect combination for any Deep South USA road trip. From the vibrant energy of Nashville to the small‑town charm of Franklin and the timeless appeal of Lynchburg, the itinerary captures the essence of the state. This road trip journey is easy to […]

COLOGNE, June 8, 2026 — The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) published an assessment of the interdependencies between aviation safety and socio-economic factors affecting safety-critical personnel in Europe, to ensure that socio-economic dimensions have been adequately integrated into aviation safety analysis.  This is EASA’s second report on this topic produced under Article 89 of […]

Aer Lingus has signed a multi-year agreement with AISmartPlan after a successful IAGi Accelerator trial, using AI-powered maintenance planning to improve efficiency and streamline operational decision-making. Summary: Aer Lingus has signed a multi-year agreement with AI-powered maintenance planning platform AISmartPlan following a successful trial through the IAGi Accelerator programme. The solution automates aircraft maintenance production […]