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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 National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) received a petition to allow the importation of 1997 Jeep Wrangler vehicles that did not originally meet U.S. safety standards. The petitioner, Wallace Environmental Testing Laboratories, claims the non-U.S. certified vehicles are substantially similar to U.S. versions and can be modified to meet the required safety standards. Public comments on the petition are invited by February 3, 2021.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is proposing a new set of rules to improve the safety of Boeing 757 airplanes by modifying specific parts. This proposal aims to replace an existing airworthiness directive from 2019, which involved checking and inspecting certain components due to a previous failure that could affect the plane’s control. The updated rules would require modifying the attachment lug of the aileron trim actuator and related components, which will end the need for repetitive checks and inspections. The FAA is inviting comments on this proposal until March 31, 2025, to ensure all potential safety concerns are addressed.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a final rule regarding a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Airbus SAS Model A330 airplanes. This directive was prompted by contamination issues in the engine pylon fire detectors, which could lead to an undetected fire. The rule requires replacing the contaminated parts and bans the installation of any affected parts. This action is based on a European directive and aims to prevent safety hazards and ensure the safe operation of these aircraft within the United States.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a new rule for certain Boeing 737-700 airplanes. This rule requires repeated testing to ensure the correct functioning of specific systems that help clear smoke and manage air pressure, along with additional measures like installing new relays and rewiring. The rule aims to prevent potential safety issues like smoke in the cockpit and loss of aircraft control in the event of a fire. The FAA encourages the public to submit comments on this rule by April 8, 2021.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) issued a rule requiring certain MHI RJ Aviation ULC airplanes to replace overhead bin hook assemblies and support tubes. This decision was made because the current attachments may fail in emergency situations, risking the overhead bins falling and blocking exits. The rule was prompted by a directive from Transport Canada and will take effect on January 13, 2025. The FAA has also updated cost estimates and referenced additional installation guidance documents.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a new rule concerning Hélicoptères Guimbal Model Cabri G2 helicopters due to a reported crack in a rotating scissor fitting. This directive requires initial and repeated inspections of the aircraft's rotating and non-rotating scissor fittings, with mandatory replacements if cracks are found. The rule also prohibits installing certain parts unless they have passed an initial inspection. These measures aim to prevent the potential unsafe condition that could lead to loss of helicopter control.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) issued a new rule affecting certain Airbus Canada Limited Partnership airplanes due to issues with a component called the horizontal stabilizer trim actuator (HSTA). This new rule requires using an improved method for lubricating the HSTA, as some airplanes experienced jams caused by water intrusion and freezing, potentially leading to loss of control. The rule aims to align with a related Transport Canada directive, and it takes effect on March 21, 2025. The FAA reviewed comments on the proposed rule and made some clarifications but hasn't changed the main requirements.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has proposed a new airworthiness directive for some Rolls-Royce Deutschland BR700 model turbofan engines due to a manufacturing issue that escaped previous detection. This issue affects the disks in the high-pressure turbine of certain engines, which may fail and cause unsafe conditions if not addressed. The directive would mandate the removal and replacement of the affected disks before they reach a specific number of flight cycles or during the next maintenance visit. This proposed action aims to prevent potential damage and maintain aviation safety.

The Department of Labor (DOL) has submitted a request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for approval of an information collection related to the Mechanical Power Presses Standard under the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Public comments are requested on various aspects of the information collection, such as its necessity, accuracy, and the burden it may impose on respondents. The goal is to ensure mechanical power presses are safe and that safety devices are functioning correctly to prevent worker injuries. Comments must be submitted by March 12, 2021.