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AD FAA-2026-3478

Airworthiness Directives; Airbus SAS Airplanes

Summary

The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Airbus SAS Model A350-1041 airplanes. This AD was prompted by a report of a misalignment between a certain flap shaft and the catcher due to incorrect installation of the bracket supporting the catcher. This AD requires an inspection of affected parts and applicable corrective actions. The FAA is issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.

Directive Details

AD Number

FAA-2026-3478

Document Number

2026-07183

Type

Rule

Publication Date

April 14, 2026

Effective Date

April 29, 2026

Comments Close

May 29, 2026

Affected Manufacturer

Airbus SAS

Criticality

routine

Emergency

Docket ID

Docket No. FAA-2026-3478

Topics

Air transportationAircraftAviation safetyIncorporation by referenceSafety

Official Documents

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