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The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is enforcing a new airworthiness directive for certain models of General Electric turbofan engines due to a reported crack in the outer fuel manifold leading to fuel leakage. This rule requires initial and routine inspections of specific clamps and may involve further inspections or replacements if defects are found. The purpose is to prevent potential engine fire and aircraft damage. The directive details necessary actions, compliance timelines, and communication procedures for alternative methods or further information.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a new rule replacing a previous Airworthiness Directive (AD) concerning specific models of Leonardo S.p.A. helicopters. This new AD requires ongoing inspections and maintenance of the tail rotor duplex bearing to ensure the safety and stability of the aircraft. The rule, effective April 1, 2021, anticipates monitoring for any unsafe conditions in these helicopters due to incorrect installations that could lead to loss of control. It sets forth clear procedures operators must follow to comply with these requirements, including removing specific parts if defects are found.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) proposes a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Airbus Helicopters Model EC225LP. This action is in response to the lack of electrical bonding on a specific searchlight part, which could lead to electrical failures if struck by lightning. The directive requires modifications to the searchlight to ensure safety and prevents the installation of the searchlight unless these modifications are completed. The deadline for public comments is February 6, 2025.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) issued a final rule, effective March 16, 2021, for the operation of small unmanned aircraft systems (UAS), such as drones, over people and at night under certain conditions. The rule introduces four categories of operations based on the risk of injury to people, allowing drones to fly over people without a waiver if they meet specific safety standards. It also requires drones flying at night to have anti-collision lights and operators to undergo training that covers night operations. Additionally, the rule allows drones to fly over moving vehicles, provided specific conditions are met to ensure safety.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is proposing a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Airbus A350-941 and -1041 airplanes. This proposal is driven by the need for updated airworthiness limitations to ensure airplane safety. Affected operators would need to update their maintenance or inspection programs accordingly within a specified time. The proposed changes aim to maintain the structural integrity of these airplanes and include a call for feedback from the public by April 12, 2021.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has introduced updates to its regulations regarding aircraft registration and recordation. These changes aim to ease administrative requirements by allowing the submission of non-original documents electronically and ending the practice of stamping documents. The new Civil Aviation Registry Electronic Services (CARES) system will be used to enhance online registration processes, providing users with more efficient and flexible options than traditional methods. The amendments are expected to save costs for both the FAA and users while streamlining the registration process.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is proposing a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all Airbus Helicopters Model AS332C, following updated safety limitations identified by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA). This proposed rule would require revisions to airworthiness limitations in the helicopters' maintenance manuals to prevent failure of critical parts, which could lead to loss of helicopter control. The FAA invites the public to comment on this proposal by May 5, 2025, and provides details on how to submit feedback. The proposed AD is part of ongoing efforts to enhance aviation safety by ensuring compliance with updated international safety standards.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a new airworthiness directive for Pilatus Model PC-24 airplanes. This directive was prompted by reports of cockpit and cabin evaporator filters with insufficient fire retardant properties being installed during production. These filters could cause a safety risk by increasing smoke in the cockpit and cabin if the electrical heater overheats. To address this issue, the directive requires replacement of these filters with new and properly manufactured ones. The rule becomes effective on March 30, 2021, and impacts certain Pilatus airplanes registered in the United States.