Suspected Unapproved Parts Details
Revision 1 of this notification adds a list of non-serialised parts that were also stolen before mutilation.
Spain’s National Aviation Authority has informed EASA that a consignment of formally declared non-airworthy turbofan engine parts was rerouted late January 2026, from its destination by a third party that impersonated the contracted mutilation provider.
The shipment consisted of 12 containers of engine parts, three of which contained a total of 625 serialised parts, including engine critical or Life-Limited Parts. The containers contained a further 9'740 non-serialised parts. Neither the serialised nor non-serialised parts have been mutilated.
While law enforcement agencies are investigating the case, and considering the scale and modus operandi of the theft, EASA is of the opinion that the parts may be offered for sale on the open market. The reported stolen parts and equipment are identified in the attachments to this notification.
Recommendation:
The stolen parts and equipment as listed in the attachment are to be considered unapproved and not eligible for installation on an aircraft.
Owners, operators and maintenance organisations are encouraged to inspect their aircraft and inventories for the referenced part numbers and corresponding serial numbers.
Be attentive for suppliers offering these parts, and during the incoming inspection of such parts on the physical condition and accompanied documentation.
If any of the serialised parts and equipment are found on board aircraft, or stored in inventory, it is recommended to remove and quarantine to prevent installation. It is also recommended to inform the Competent Authority accordingly.