Bangladesh, June 24 -- The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) issued an urgent directive requiring airlines to inspect the wing-spar structure on 16 Airbus A380 aircraft.

The mandate follows the discovery of cracks in a structural beam that runs along the wing, which carries much of the aerodynamic load during flight.

Of the affected jets, 15 are operated by Emirates and one by Qantas. Five aircraft flown by Emirates must undergo the process as soon as June 24.

Airbus confirmed the cracks could reduce the structural integrity of the wing, noting they were discovered during inspections ordered in December 2025.

The European plane manufacturer identified all A380s with the same production history and will discuss repairs with...