Summary
The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain B/E Aerospace Fischer GmbH (B/E Aerospace Fischer) Medical Seats 230/305. This AD was prompted by a determination that certain medical seats that are certified for aft facing (AF) and forward facing (FF) installations have been delivered with an incorrect version of the swivel unit. This AD requires modification and reidentification of the affected medical seats. The FAA is issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.
Directive Details
AD Number
FAA-2026-3861
Document Number
2026-08003
Type
Rule
Publication Date
April 24, 2026
Effective Date
May 11, 2026
Comments Close
June 8, 2026
Affected Manufacturer
B/E Aerospace Fischer GmbH Medical Seats
Criticality
routine
Emergency
No
Docket ID
Docket No. FAA-2026-3861
Topics
Official Documents
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