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FAA Publishes New AD On 737 MAX 8 & MAX 9 Electrical Fault As Watchdog Calls For Fleet Grounding
In The Foundation for Aviation Safety's opinion, the continuous electrical problems of the Boeing 737 MAX warrants the grounding of the type.
FAA Proposes Directive For Boeing 747-400F To Address Risks Of Fuel Tank Explosions
The requirements to ensure fuel tank safety stemmed from the TWA Flight 800 accident in 1996.
EASA Targets Oldest Airbus A380s For Wing Crack Inspections
Following the discovery of unexpected cracks in the Airbus A380 wings, the EASA has issued another proposed airworthiness directive to address it.
EASA Wants Airbus A350 Engine Cover Anti-Icing System Checks
The affected parts on the Airbus A350's nacelles were found during maintenance.
When Immediate Action Is Required: 5 Things You Need To Know About Emergency Airworthiness Directives
There are some key differences between regular airworthiness directives and emergency directives.
EASA Warns Of Potential Airbus A380 Fuselage Gaps
For now, no Airbus A380 frames have accumulated enough flight hours or flight cycles to warrant inspections.
Are Military Aircraft Subjected To Airworthiness Directives Like Airliners?
While military aircraft's continuous airworthiness is a concern for authorities, these concerns are not available to the public.
5 Things You Might Not Know About Airworthiness Directives
Each regulator publishes hundreds of directives annually, which includes plenty of interesting tidbits of information.
Airworthiness Directives: The Most Important Ones Of 2023
While regulators have published hundreds of airworthiness directives (AD) throughout the year, some addressed major safety issues.
Boeing 747 Lightning Protection Must Be Inspected Due To Fast Degradation
All Boeing 747s will be required to have their fuel tank lightning protection features inspected following reports of cracking on certain components.
Airbus Investigating After Incidents Where A350s Lower Altitude Unprompted
Airbus is currently investigating a repeating issue where A350s make unprompted altitude changes.
What's The Latest With The Grounding Of The Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress?
The FAA released an airworthiness directive grounding the plane in May this year.
New FAA Proposal Aims To Prevent Loss Of Flight Controls On Boeing 757s
The FAA is proposing a new directive to address an unsafe condition for the Boeing 757.
More Pratt & Whitney Trouble: FAA Releases Airworthiness Directive Following MRO Misunderstanding
The FAA has issued an airworthiness directive following a Pratt & Whitney investigation into some MROs' practices.
Transport Canada Directive: Boeing 737 MAX Operators Must Limit Anti-Icing System
This directive will impact six Canadian airlines.
FAA Issues Airworthiness Directive To Prevent Loss Of Boeing 777 Horizontal Stabilizer
The inspection requirements could have significant financial and operational consequences for airlines flying the Boeing 777.
FAA Proposes New Airworthiness Directive For Boeing 747-8 Aircraft
The proposal relate to cracks in stringers.
2022's Most Notable Airworthiness Directives
What significant ADs did regulators issue in the year that passed?
FAA Proposes Airworthiness Directive For Boeing 787 Equipment Water Leaks
The notice would require a visual inspection of water systems and look for incorrectly installed clamshell couplings.
The Simple Flying Podcast 146: Interesting Sustainability News, C919 And MC-21 Update
Join Jo and Tom for the latest from the world of aviation.