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The FAA (Federal Aviation Administration) has proposed a new airworthiness directive for certain MHI RJ Aviation ULC airplanes due to a safety issue with the cockpit voice recorder (CVR) impact switch being installed incorrectly. This incorrect installation could lead to loss of critical data in an accident. The proposed directive requires inspections and corrections to ensure the switch is installed correctly to maintain flight safety. Interested parties have until April 7, 2025, to comment on the proposal.

The FAA has issued a final rule requiring inspections for certain Airbus Canada Model BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11 airplanes due to insufficient clearance between fire extinguishing system lines and fasteners, which could lead to a failure in the fire extinguishing system. This rule, effective May 2, 2025, mandates inspections and corrective actions to prevent a possible unsafe condition caused by the fouling of fire extinguishing lines, as outlined in an airworthiness directive from Transport Canada. The FAA addressed comments received during rulemaking and clarified part number corrections and compliance timelines.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is considering a new rule for certain Boeing 777 airplanes due to reports of wire damage in the plane's sidewall lights. This proposed rule would require visual inspections to identify and fix any chafing issues, ensuring safety by preventing possible electrical hazards. Stakeholders are invited to provide feedback by May 12, 2025, and the FAA highlights that this proposal is based on ensuring safe flight operations as mandated by U.S. law. The FAA believes that this rule won't significantly affect small businesses or state relationships.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has proposed a new airworthiness directive for certain Boeing airplanes, including various DC-10 and MD-10 models. This proposal is due to a reported crack in the pylon aft bulkhead bracket found during an inspection. The directive would require inspections and potential modifications to fix the issue and ensure airplane safety. Comments on the proposal are invited by March 1, 2021, with specific procedures for submitting them provided by the FAA.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Boeing 787 models, effective May 2, 2025. This directive, prompted by possible misalignment issues during final assembly of airplane parts, requires inspections of parts on the horizontal stabilizer to ensure safety. The FAA reviewed and addressed public comments, including requests for inspection clarifications and corrections of part numbers. It concluded that the directive is necessary to address potential safety issues related to the airplanes' structural integrity and ensure safe flight and landing.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has proposed a new airworthiness directive for certain Airbus Canada Limited Partnership airplanes. This directive aims to address corrosion issues on parts of the rear fuselage caused by waste valve leaks, which could lead to major structural damage. The proposal includes mandatory inspections and repairs as per guidelines from Transport Canada. The FAA is open to comments on this proposal until April 12, 2021.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is proposing to update an existing Airworthiness Directive for Robinson Helicopter Company's R44 and R44 II models. This proposed rule aims to clarify inspections of certain parts due to potential fatigue cracking that could lead to loss of control. The FAA seeks public comments by March 17, 2025, and estimates the inspection and potential replacement efforts will impact 1,725 helicopters. The rule ensures the safety of these helicopters by improving maintenance procedures.

The FAA is introducing a proposed rule to implement a new airworthiness directive for Deutsche Aircraft GmbH Model 328-100 and Model 328-300 airplanes. This action is motivated by discovered cracks in the nose landing gear uplock bracket assembly, which pose a safety risk. The directive mandates an inspection of the affected parts and necessary follow-up actions as detailed in a related European Union Aviation Safety Agency directive. The FAA is seeking comments on this proposal by February 10, 2025, to ensure it addresses the potential for an unsafe condition in these aircraft.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a new rule that affects certain Bombardier BD-700-1A10 airplanes. This rule was prompted by a report of smoke and overheating from emergency light batteries due to corrosion, causing an electrical short. The rule mandates inspections to check the batteries' replacement dates and replacements if necessary, plus updates to the maintenance schedule. The goal is to prevent the risk of fire on these airplanes by ensuring battery-related safety.

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.