Transport i infrastruktura · 12/01/2011

FAA Adopts New Airworthiness Directive for Boeing 757 Airplanes to Address Cracked Springs Issue

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a new airworthiness directive (AD) for Boeing Model 757-200, -200PF, -200CB, and -300 series airplanes, requiring inspections of the spin brake assemblies to detect cracked or broken aluminum springs, which could pose a risk to passengers and property.