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The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is proposing a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all Airbus SAS Model A321-251NX, -252NX, -253NX, -271NX, and -272NX airplanes. This proposal comes after discovering that bushes had migrated on the latch shaft of an emergency exit door, which could affect the structural integrity of the aircraft. The proposed AD requires detailed inspections of the affected parts and modifications if discrepancies are found. The FAA invites public comments on this proposal by March 7, 2025.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a final rule to update a previous Airworthiness Directive (AD) for certain Airbus SAS airplane models. This new rule adds additional airplanes to the previously defined group that requires detailed inspection of the main landing gear support to prevent potential cracking. The action aims to ensure the structural integrity and safe flight of the involved airplanes. The rule becomes effective on March 11, 2025, and specifies compliance with procedures outlined by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA).

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is proposing to update a previous Airworthiness Directive (AD) for certain Dassault Aviation Model FALCON 7X airplanes. This new proposal aims to include more restrictive airworthiness limitations necessary to maintain safety by revising existing maintenance programs. The FAA invites the public to comment on this proposed rule by March 1, 2021, as it is intended to address potential safety issues related to structural integrity and control of the aircraft. This proposal relies on airworthiness standards set by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) and would apply to airplanes with specific airworthiness certificates issued before June 1, 2020.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is proposing a new airworthiness directive for all Boeing 737-100 to -500 series airplanes. This proposal is due to a reported crack on a specific part of the airplane, which could compromise its structural integrity, potentially causing a fuel leak and fire. The directive requires repetitive inspections and any necessary repairs to ensure the planes' continued safety. The deadline for public comments on this proposal is April 12, 2021.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a new rule concerning the Boeing 737-800 airplanes converted to freighters. This rule mandates earlier ultrasonic inspections of the airplane's skin under the drag link assembly to address any potential cracking issues. These inspections are essential because undetected cracks could lead to rapid decompression and compromise the airplane’s structural integrity. The rule is based on prior assessments indicating that the previous inspection deadlines were inadequate for ensuring safety.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a new rule that updates previous airworthiness directives for certain Dassault Aviation FALCON 2000EX airplanes. This new rule, effective March 30, 2021, builds upon a directive from 2020 and requires further amendments to maintenance and inspection programs to include additional safety limitations as specified by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA). The purpose is to ensure these airplanes maintain structural integrity during operation. Compliance with these new requirements is mandatory for operators to address potentially unsafe conditions in the aircraft.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all Airbus SAS Model A350-941 and -1041 airplanes. This action was prompted by concerns over certain retaining rings that can cause damage to airplane parts. The AD requires regular inspections of cargo door areas for any damage and offers an optional modification to terminate these inspections, aligning with the European Union Aviation Safety Agency's guidelines. The rule is effective from March 30, 2021, aiming to enhance the structural integrity and safety of these aircraft.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Boeing 737 series airplanes due to reports of cracks in specific areas of the aircraft, which could lead to serious safety issues. The directive mandates inspections and required actions to address these cracks, aiming to prevent problems like uncontrolled decompression and loss of structural integrity. The rule is effective from March 30, 2021, and requires compliance using methods approved by the FAA. The document also includes guidance on the costs involved and identifies how alternative methods of compliance can be approved.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a supplemental notice on revising previous proposals concerning certain Boeing 737 airplanes. This revision includes reducing the compliance time for planes with specific winglets due to potential unsafe conditions from cracks in the wing's lower skin. The FAA is seeking public comments on the revised proposal by March 8, 2021, using several submission methods. This proposed directive aims at ensuring the structural integrity and safety of the affected Boeing 737 models.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a new airworthiness directive (AD) for Pilatus Aircraft Ltd. Model PC-7 airplanes. This directive is based on safety information from Swiss aviation authorities and addresses potential safety issues. It requires changes to the aircraft maintenance manual, specifically introducing inspections for the flap pivot arm assemblies and wing angle brackets, and updates to the maintenance of the oxygen system. These changes are aimed at preventing reduced structural integrity and maintaining safety standards for the aircraft.