Summary
The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Aerospace & Defense Oxygen Systems SaS portable breathing equipment (PBE). This AD was prompted by reports of occurrences of PBE not delivering oxygen once donned. This AD requires replacing affected PBE and prohibits the installation of affected PBE. The FAA is issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.
Directive Details
AD Number
FAA-2026-0744
Document Number
2026-03799
Type
Rule
Publication Date
February 25, 2026
Effective Date
March 12, 2026
Affected Manufacturer
Aerospace & Defense Oxygen Systems SaS (Part of Safran Aerosystems) (Formerly Known as Air Liquide) Portable Breathing Equipment (PBE)
Criticality
routine
Emergency
No
Docket ID
Docket No. FAA-2026-0744
Topics
Official Documents
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