Proposed Rule: Inspections for ATR42 and ATR72 Airplanes
/ 1 min read
Table of Contents
The FAA is proposing a new safety rule for ATR42-500 and ATR72-212A airplanes. The proposal would require operators to inspect the horizontal stabilizer, or tail wing, for cracks, loose fasteners, and composite damage.
Why it matters: This rule ensures that cracks or loose fasteners in the tail wing are caught before they could weaken the airplane’s structure. For airplane owners and maintenance shops, the practical impact is scheduling inspections and logging the results. The FAA estimates the new work would cost about $1,190 per airplane in labor, with no parts cost, though actual repair costs depend on what mechanics find during the inspection.
Who it affects
- Owners and operators of ATR42-500 and ATR72-212A airplanes registered in the United States.
This notice comes from the Federal Aviation Administration in the Federal Register; readers should check the full document and docket before relying on this summary.
Agency: Transportation Department, Federal Aviation Administration
Source: Federal Register — read the official document