FAAFinal Rule

Airworthiness Directives: Gulfstream Aerospace LP (Type Certificate Previously Held by Israel Aircraft Industries, Ltd.) Airplanes

Transportation

Summary

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is issuing new safety requirements for certain Gulfstream business jets that were originally manufactured by Israel Aircraft Industries. These requirements ensure that specific aircraft models are safe to fly and address potential safety issues that have been identified.

Key Points

  • 1This rule applies to Gulfstream business jet airplanes that were originally designed and built by Israel Aircraft Industries before the company transferred its aircraft operations to Gulfstream Aerospace
  • 2The FAA has identified safety concerns with these aircraft and is requiring owners and operators to take corrective actions to maintain airworthiness
  • 3Aircraft owners and operators must comply with the directives or their planes cannot legally continue flying
  • 4This is part of the FAA's ongoing responsibility to ensure all aircraft operating in U.S. airspace meet current safety standards
  • 5Failure to comply could result in grounded aircraft and potential penalties for operators

Impact Assessment

If you are a Gulfstream aircraft operator or maintenance provider, this means you must implement specific safety modifications and inspections on your business jets to comply with new airworthiness requirements.

Impact Level
Significant
Geographic Scope

National

Compliance Cost

Moderate

Who is Affected
ManufacturersTransportation Companies

Key Dates

Published

December 12, 2025

Regulatory Connections

Amends CFR Sections
14 CFR Part 39

This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the regulation. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.