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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 rule for Airbus Helicopters Model EC225LP to replace a certain bellcrank in the life raft system to ensure safety. This proposed rule aims to update an existing Airworthiness Directive (AD) from 2019, which required regular inspections, cleaning, and lubrication of the bellcrank. The new rule proposes a replacement of the affected bellcrank with a serviceable part, which would address potential problems where the life raft might not release during an emergency, posing a risk to occupants. The FAA invites the public to submit comments by April 12, 2021.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) issued a final rule that updates a previous Airworthiness Directive (AD) for specific Airbus Canada airplanes. The new AD requires airlines to update their maintenance or inspection programs to include stricter safety limits, addressing potential structural weaknesses or control issues with the aircraft. This rule aims to improve aviation safety and applies to certain models of Airbus Canada Limited Partnership airplanes that meet specific criteria. The changes are part of the FAA's ongoing efforts to ensure the safety of air travel.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a new airworthiness directive (AD) affecting various models of Airbus Helicopters, prompted by the in-flight loss of a sliding door. This AD mandates an inspection of the sliding doors' upper rail and front roller, requiring replacement or service removal if faults are detected. The rule is to prevent potential harm to the helicopter or people on the ground, with compliance required within 30 hours of service use from the rule's effective date, March 3, 2021. Comments on the directive are requested by April 2, 2021.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has released a final rule regarding certain Bombardier, Inc., Model BD-100-1A10 airplanes. This rule, effective March 31, 2021, mandates replacing a specific fire detection and extinguishing (FIREX) control unit due to reports of unit failures that could lead to an inability to detect fires. The affected airplanes must have this part replaced within 24 months to ensure safety. The directive does not impact previous procedures but allows for alternative methods of compliance through proper channels.

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) is proposing a new airworthiness directive for certain General Electric turbofan engines due to safety concerns. Following an inspection, it was found that cracks in the high-pressure turbine rotor components could lead to engine and aircraft damage. The directive would require regular inspections and potentially remove certain parts if cracks are detected. The FAA has invited public comments on this proposed rule until April 8, 2021.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a new rule for several models of Airbus Helicopters due to reports of accidental activation of a crucial button during a night flight. This directive requires helicopter operators to check the safety mechanism of the button on the pilot's controls and replace certain parts if necessary to prevent potential hazards. It applies to specific helicopter models and mandates regular inspections every 12 months. The rule is effective from March 7, 2025, and includes provisions for owners to conduct some checks themselves if they possess the necessary certification.

The FAA has issued a new airworthiness directive for specific models of Airbus Helicopters Deutschland GmbH, including EC135 and its variants. This directive requires operators to remove certain Titanium (Ti) bolts, identified by specific part numbers and markings, from service and ban their installation on the forward tail rotor drive shaft. These actions were prompted by safety concerns following a report of a broken Ti-bolt, which could lead to reduced control of the helicopter. The rule is effective as of March 29, 2021, and aims to prevent possible helicopter control issues linked to these Ti-bolts.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a new safety directive for Airbus Helicopters models SA341G and SA342J, requiring regular inspections and potential replacements of certain drive shafts due to corrosion concerns. This directive aims to prevent the failure of tail rotor drives that could lead to helicopter control loss. The directive, coming into effect on June 6, 2025, aligns with European safety actions but does not require certain reporting to manufacturers. The directive estimates costs for compliance, including inspection and part replacement, for helicopters registered in the U.S.