FAA updates safety requirements for certain Airbus airplane parts
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The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a new Airworthiness Directive regarding specific parts on several Airbus airplane models. An Airworthiness Directive is a legally binding instruction that requires aircraft owners or operators to perform specific maintenance or inspections to address a safety issue.
Why it matters: This is a technical maintenance update. It ensures that a newly certified airplane model is covered by existing safety inspections meant to address an unsafe condition with antenna components.
Who it affects
- Aircraft owners and operators using certain Airbus models, specifically the A319, A320, A321, A330, A350, and A380 series.
This action was issued by the Federal Aviation Administration; readers should consult the official Federal Register document before performing any required maintenance.
Agency: Transportation Department, Federal Aviation Administration
Source: Federal Register — read the official document