✈️FAA Proposes New Airworthiness Directive for ATR Planes
Airworthiness Directives; ATR-GIE Avions de Transport Régional Airplanes
Summary
The FAA proposes to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain ATR--GIE Avions de Transport R[eacute]gional Model ATR72 airplanes. This proposed AD was prompted by a determination that new or more restrictive airworthiness limitations are necessary. This proposed AD would require revising the existing maintenance or inspection program, as applicable, to incorporate new or more restrictive airworthiness limitations. The FAA is proposing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.
Agencies
- Transportation Department
- Federal Aviation Administration
Business Impact
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The proposed airworthiness directive requires operators of ATR airplanes to revise their maintenance and inspection programs, imposing compliance costs estimated at $7,650 per operator. This signifies heightened regulatory compliance responsibilities for operators in the aviation sector and potential impacts on costs and operational procedures.