Type:Proposed Rule
Citation:86 FR 3885
Reading Time:about 11 minutes
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.
Simple Explanation
The FAA wants to make sure some Boeing airplanes are safe, so they are telling airplane mechanics to look closely at certain parts to check for cracks. If cracks are found, the parts need to be fixed, but the exact cost isn't clear yet.