FAAProposed Rule

Airworthiness Directives: The Boeing Company Airplanes; Correction

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Summary

The FAA is proposing a correction to safety instructions for Boeing airplanes to fix errors in a previous directive. This update ensures that airlines and maintenance crews have accurate information about required airplane inspections and repairs to keep flights safe.

Key Points

  • 1This is a correction to an earlier FAA safety directive (called an Airworthiness Directive) that had mistakes or unclear language
  • 2The directive applies to Boeing commercial airplanes and requires specific maintenance checks or repairs to keep them airworthy
  • 3Airlines and aircraft maintenance companies must follow these directives to ensure passenger safety
  • 4The public can submit comments about this proposed correction until February 24, 2026
  • 5Once finalized, the corrected directive will become mandatory for all affected Boeing aircraft operators

Impact Assessment

If you are an airline or maintenance crew, this means you will receive corrected safety inspection and repair instructions for Boeing aircraft to ensure you have accurate guidance for keeping flights safe.

Impact Level
Routine
Geographic Scope

National

Compliance Cost

Minimal

Who is Affected
ManufacturersTransportation CompaniesWorkers/Laborers

Key Dates

Published

January 16, 2026

Comment Deadline

February 24, 2026

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Regulatory Connections

Amends CFR Sections
14 CFR Part 39
Other Documents in This Rulemaking (FAA-2025-5403)

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