✈️New Airworthiness Directive for Airbus A350 Requires Critical Inspections
Airworthiness Directives; Airbus SAS Airplanes
Summary
The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Airbus SAS Model A350-941 and -1041 airplanes. This AD was prompted by reports of deep spot faces on rib 9 at the lower flange bolting with the lower spar. This AD requires a special detailed inspection for discrepancies of certain pylon bolts, and applicable corrective actions. The FAA is issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.
Agencies
- Transportation Department
- Federal Aviation Administration
Business Impact
$$ - Med
The regulatory text outlines a final airworthiness directive (AD) requiring specific inspections and corrective actions for certain Airbus A350 airplanes. This mandates compliance from operators, with notable cost implications for inspections and maintenance ranging around $11,560. Compliance impacts operational costs for affected businesses in the aviation industry.