The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has proposed a new rule to replace an existing Airworthiness Directive (AD) for certain Airbus SAS Model A350 airplanes. This comes after the development of a new water-resistant integrated control panel (ICP) to prevent issues from liquid spills on the flight deck, which previously could cause engine shutdowns mid-flight. The proposed rule would make it mandatory to install this new panel, eliminating the need for previous protective measures. Public comments on this proposal can be submitted until April 8, 2021.
Simple Explanation
The FAA wants to change a rule to make planes safer from drink spills by putting in a new stronger control panel, so pilots won't have to cover it with a special shield anymore. People can say what they think about this change until April 8, 2021.