FAAFinal Rule

Airworthiness Directives: Airbus SAS Airplanes; Correction

Transportation

Summary

The Federal Aviation Administration is issuing a correction to safety instructions for Airbus airplanes to fix an error in a previous directive. This ensures that airlines follow the right maintenance and safety procedures to keep aircraft in proper working condition and protect passengers.

Key Points

  • 1This is a correction to an earlier FAA safety order for Airbus aircraft, fixing mistakes or unclear information in the original directive
  • 2Airlines that operate Airbus planes must follow these corrected safety instructions to maintain their aircraft properly
  • 3The correction deadline for airlines to comply is September 30, 2025
  • 4These airworthiness directives are mandatory requirements, not optional suggestions—airlines that don't comply can face penalties
  • 5The purpose is to identify and fix potential safety problems in Airbus planes before they cause issues during flight

Impact Assessment

If you are an airline operator or maintenance provider, this means you must follow the corrected maintenance and safety procedures for your Airbus fleet to ensure compliance with FAA airworthiness standards.

Impact Level
Routine
Geographic Scope

National

Compliance Cost

Minimal

Who is Affected
Transportation CompaniesManufacturers

Key Dates

Published

August 22, 2025

Comment Deadline

September 30, 2025

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Regulatory Connections

Amends CFR Sections
14 CFR Part 39
Other Documents in This Rulemaking (FAA-2025-1733)

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