FAA Mandates Fixes for Boeing 787 Door Handles

The Federal Aviation Administration has issued a final rule requiring airlines to inspect and repair door assist handles on certain Boeing 787-8, 787-9, and 787-10 airplanes. This action addresses reports of these handles pulling loose from their mounting brackets during pre-flight checks.

Why it matters: Loose door handles pose a safety risk by potentially injuring passengers or crew who rely on them to open emergency exits. Detached handles could also slow down evacuation during an emergency. This rule ensures the structural integrity of the exit mechanism remains intact.

Who it affects

• Airlines operating Boeing 787-8, 787-9, and 787-10 aircraft covered by the directive.

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This rule was issued by the Federal Aviation Administration under the Transportation Department; you should check the original document at regulations.gov before relying on it.

Agency: Transportation Department, Federal Aviation Administration
Source: Federal Register — read the official document