The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a new rule requiring the replacement of certain chemical oxygen generators on a variety of Airbus planes, due to failures they experienced in service and maintenance. This rule follows a similar directive by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) and aims to address potential safety risks from these malfunctions. Under the directive, affected parts need to be replaced, and while operators must report inspection results, they are not required to return the parts to the manufacturer. The directive will take effect from March 11, 2025, and affects multiple Airbus models registered in the U.S.
Simple Explanation
The FAA has made a new rule that makes airplane companies switch out some parts that help people breathe in emergencies because these parts weren't working properly. This rule is for lots of different Airbus airplanes to make sure everyone stays safe.