Airworthiness Directives; Airbus SAS Airplanes
- Published
- Sep 3, 2026
- Effective
- Sep 18, 2026
- Comments close
- Oct 19, 2026
- Citation
- 91 FR 56581
- Docket
- Docket No. FAA-2026-8787, Project Identifier MCAI-2025-00836-T, Amendment 39-23452
- Agencies
- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, Federal Aviation Administration
Final rule; request for comments.
Summary
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a new airworthiness directive that requires operators of certain Airbus A350‑1041 jets to inspect specific fasteners on the aircraft’s wing pylons. Inspectors must check for missing chamfers—small beveled edges—under the heads of these critical bolts, and replace or repair any fasteners that are found to be deficient. The directive is intended to prevent structural failures that could arise from the compromised fasteners, thereby maintaining the safety of the aircraft. The rule is a final regulation issued by the Department of Transportation’s aviation branch, the FAA. It applies to owners and operators of the affected Airbus A350‑1041 models, as well as maintenance organizations that service these airplanes. The directive becomes effective on September 18, 2026, giving airlines and maintenance providers a short window to begin compliance. Although the rule is already final, the FAA is still accepting public comments until October 19, 2026. After that date, the agency will review any input and may issue further guidance or adjustments, but the inspection and corrective actions must be carried out in accordance with the September 18 effective date.
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Official abstract
The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Airbus SAS Model A350-1041 airplanes. This AD was prompted by the detection of missing chamfers under the heads of critical fasteners on the primary structure of both pylons. This AD requires an inspection of the fasteners in the affected areas and corrective actions if necessary. The FAA is issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.
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