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The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all Airbus Helicopters Deutschland GmbH Model MBB-BK 117 C-2 helicopters to address a safety issue. This directive requires repetitive inspections of a critical joint between the cardan-pivot joint assembly and the tail rotor actuator piston rod, following reports of vibrations that could lead to a loss of control of the helicopter. Certain tail rotor actuators are prohibited from being installed unless specific requirements are met. The AD, which follows an emergency directive previously issued, is effective January 17, 2025, and comments are invited by February 18, 2025.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is proposing a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain ATR—GIE Avions de Transport Régional planes due to concerns about the use of improper material in the vertical tail plane fittings. This initiative aims to address potential safety issues and requires specific inspections and, if needed, part replacements to ensure continued safety. Public comments on this proposal are welcome until April 4, 2025. The FAA plans to incorporate European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) recommendations and use the information gathered to develop more permanent solutions in the future.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has enacted a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all Airbus Canada Model BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11 airplanes. This directive was issued in response to revised operational loads identified in aircraft design reviews that could impact structural integrity. The AD requires using updated repair manuals and reassessing previous repairs to ensure aircraft safety. Effective April 15, 2025, this action is based on a related directive by Transport Canada and aims to prevent potential structural issues during flight.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is proposing a new airworthiness directive for specific Airbus SAS Model A330-200 Freighter airplanes due to reports of broken brackets in the fire extinguishing system. This issue, caused by fatigue cracks from dynamic loading, could reduce fire suppression capability in the lower deck cargo compartment. The proposal requires the replacement of affected brackets and struts with reinforced versions, in line with instructions from the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA). Comments on this proposal must be submitted by April 8, 2021, to address this potential safety hazard.

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.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is proposing a new airworthiness directive (AD) for specific Boeing 737-9 airplanes due to safety concerns about missing sealant on parts of the wings. This missing sealant could lead to a fuel leak and potentially a major ground fire if not addressed. The directive would require inspections and the application of sealant where necessary. Comments on this proposal are open until March 8, 2021, and detailed instructions for submitting feedback can be found at the federal regulations website.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Bombardier airplanes due to reports of missing or damaged inboard flap seal plate assemblies. This AD mandates repetitive inspections for cracks and the replacement of these parts to address a potential safety risk. It becomes effective January 6, 2025, and affects 43 aircraft registered in the United States. The directive aims to prevent the inboard flap seal plates from detaching during certain flight conditions, which could result in excessive vibration and damage to the airplane.

The FAA has issued a final airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Pilatus Aircraft Ltd. Model PC-12/47E airplanes to address a safety issue. The problem stems from inboard flap fairings with an incorrect shape, potentially leading to chafing with a tension rod, which could cause a failure in the flap system and reduce airplane control. The AD requires inspections of the affected parts to check for chafing and to ensure the correct shape; corrective actions must be taken if necessary. The rule applies to specific serial numbers and outlines inspection requirements, with expected compliance costs detailed.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has proposed a new rule that would require changes to maintenance programs for certain MHI RJ Aviation airplanes, previously certified under Bombardier. The rule stems from Canada's findings that new, stricter maintenance tasks are needed to ensure the airplanes remain safe. The FAA is asking for public comments on the proposal by April 21, 2025. This proposed rule aims to prevent reduced structural integrity and airplane controllability by updating the maintenance programs based on Canadian regulations.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a new airworthiness directive (AD) for some Airbus Helicopters Model H160-B, due to reports of difficulties with the jettisoning function of the helicopter windows. This directive requires regular lubrication, operational testing, and necessary corrective action for the locking fingers on the windows to prevent failure, which could impede emergency evacuation. This directive follows a European mandate and becomes effective on May 2, 2025, with comments requested by June 2, 2025. The FAA emphasizes the urgency of these actions for aviation safety, bypassing the typical public comment period.