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  • 2024-31348 — Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Airplanes
    Type:Proposed Rule
    Citation:89 FR 107067
    Reading Time:about 11 minutes

    The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has proposed a new rule requiring inspections and corrections for certain Boeing 737 airplane models. A report revealed that non-conductive clip-on nuts were used in the fuel tank, which could disrupt the electrical bond needed to safely handle lightning and static electricity, creating a fire risk. The proposal requires checking and replacing these nuts where necessary to prevent potential fuel tank explosions. The FAA welcomes public comments on this proposal until February 14, 2025.

    Simple Explanation

    The FAA wants to make sure certain Boeing airplanes are safe by checking and fixing some parts that help keep the fuel tank secure, because if these parts aren't right, it might be dangerous. They're asking people to share their thoughts on this plan until February 2025.

  • 2021-01100 — Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Airplanes
    Type:Proposed Rule
    Citation:86 FR 6276
    Reading Time:about 15 minutes

    The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a supplemental notice on revising previous proposals concerning certain Boeing 737 airplanes. This revision includes reducing the compliance time for planes with specific winglets due to potential unsafe conditions from cracks in the wing's lower skin. The FAA is seeking public comments on the revised proposal by March 8, 2021, using several submission methods. This proposed directive aims at ensuring the structural integrity and safety of the affected Boeing 737 models.

    Simple Explanation

    The FAA wants to make sure certain Boeing airplanes stay safe by checking them faster for cracks in their wings. They're asking people to share their thoughts on this new rule by a certain date.

  • 2025-03396 — Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Airplanes
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    Type:Rule
    Citation:90 FR 11124
    Reading Time:about 25 minutes

    The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a new airworthiness directive (AD) for specific Boeing 737 models due to safety concerns from engine fan blade-out (FBO) events. These incidents caused damage to the aircraft, including cracks in the primary exhaust nozzle. The FAA's directive mandates inspections and modifications, such as the installation of bridge brackets or serviceable nozzles, to ensure safety. Operators must also update their maintenance programs to include new airworthiness limitations to prevent future unsafe conditions.

    Simple Explanation

    The airplane boss says that some airplanes need fixes because a part near the engine got hurt and made other parts fall off, which could be really bad. They told the airplane teams to check and change parts and follow new rules to keep everyone safe when they fly.

  • 2021-01161 — Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Airplanes
    Type:Proposed Rule
    Citation:86 FR 6273
    Reading Time:about 16 minutes

    The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has proposed a new rule that would replace an older rule, known as Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2017-14-13. This new rule targets certain models of Boeing 737 airplanes, as reports have shown problems with the rudder pedal cover screws, which could impact the safe operation of the plane. The proposal requires modifications to the rudder pedal covers and shrouds on affected airplanes. The FAA is asking the public for comments on this rule by March 8, 2021.

    Simple Explanation

    The FAA wants to change a rule because some screws on certain Boeing airplanes can come loose and cause problems with how the plane is controlled. They are asking people to fix the parts where the pedals are and want to hear what others think by March 8, 2021.

  • 2025-06157 — Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Airplanes
    Type:Proposed Rule
    Citation:90 FR 15417
    Reading Time:about 9 minutes

    The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is proposing a new airworthiness directive for certain Boeing 737 models. This proposal was triggered by an incident where a passenger could not exit a lavatory due to a broken latch. The directive requires these latches to be replaced with improved versions and bans the installation of the problematic parts. This action aims to ensure safety by preventing such incidents and possible injuries during emergencies.

    Simple Explanation

    The FAA is telling some Boeing airplanes to get their bathroom door locks fixed because they could break and trap people inside. They want new, better locks that won't break.

  • 2021-03577 — Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Airplanes
    Type:Proposed Rule
    Citation:86 FR 11186
    Reading Time:about 12 minutes

    The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is proposing a new airworthiness directive for all Boeing 737-100 to -500 series airplanes. This proposal is due to a reported crack on a specific part of the airplane, which could compromise its structural integrity, potentially causing a fuel leak and fire. The directive requires repetitive inspections and any necessary repairs to ensure the planes' continued safety. The deadline for public comments on this proposal is April 12, 2021.

    Simple Explanation

    The FAA wants Boeing 737 planes to get regular check-ups because they found a crack in one part of the plane that could be dangerous. They want to make sure planes are safe, but they haven't said how often the check-ups should happen or how much fixing the problem might cost.

  • 2021-03572 — Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Airplanes
    Type:Rule
    Citation:86 FR 10776
    Reading Time:about 18 minutes

    The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Boeing 737 series airplanes due to reports of cracks in specific areas of the aircraft, which could lead to serious safety issues. The directive mandates inspections and required actions to address these cracks, aiming to prevent problems like uncontrolled decompression and loss of structural integrity. The rule is effective from March 30, 2021, and requires compliance using methods approved by the FAA. The document also includes guidance on the costs involved and identifies how alternative methods of compliance can be approved.

    Simple Explanation

    The FAA is telling some airplane owners that they need to check certain parts of their planes because they might have cracks, which could be dangerous. They have to fix these cracks to keep the planes safe to fly.

  • 2025-06123 — Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Airplanes
    Type:Proposed Rule
    Citation:90 FR 15321
    Reading Time:about 19 minutes

    The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has proposed a new rule related to specific Boeing Model 737 airplanes. They aim to replace a previous directive due to the risk of escape slides unintentionally deploying, which could hurt passengers or hinder emergency evacuations. The new proposal would extend inspection and replacement requirements to additional airplane models. The FAA invites public comments on this proposal until May 27, 2025.

    Simple Explanation

    The FAA is making a new rule that will check and fix escape slides on some Boeing airplanes to make sure they work properly and keep everyone safe. They want to include more airplanes this time and ask people to share their thoughts about it by May 27, 2025.

  • 2025-02383 — Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Airplanes
    Type:Rule
    Citation:90 FR 9209
    Reading Time:about 13 minutes

    The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a new airworthiness directive (AD) targeting Boeing 737 series airplanes (-100, -200, -200C, -300, -400, and -500 models) following reports of cracks in the frame inner chord and web at station 727. To prevent potential structural integrity issues, this AD mandates thorough inspections and repairs, if necessary, within a specified timeframe. This rule will go into effect on March 17, 2025, and aims to ensure continued air safety by addressing these structural concerns promptly.

    Simple Explanation

    The FAA is making some new rules to fix cracks in old Boeing 737 planes so they fly safely, starting March 17, 2025. This means checking the planes regularly, and if they find cracks, they must fix them quickly to keep everyone safe.

  • 2021-01851 — Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Airplanes
    Type:Rule
    Citation:86 FR 10441
    Reading Time:about 16 minutes

    The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a new airworthiness directive (AD) applicable to Boeing Model 737 series airplanes, excluding certain older models. This decision follows reports of cracks in the lug fittings of the forward entry door, which could compromise the structural integrity of the door and result in rapid decompression. The AD requires inspection and potential replacement of specific parts in the door assembly to ensure safety. The directive aims to prevent unsafe conditions and maintain the airplane's airworthiness.

    Simple Explanation

    Imagine there is a problem with some parts on certain Boeing 737 planes that help keep the door safe; if these parts break, it could cause trouble during flights. So, the airplane bosses want everyone to check and possibly fix these parts to keep flying safe.

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