FAA Proposes New Airworthiness Directive for Bombardier Q400 Aircraft

Summary

The FAA proposes a new airworthiness directive for Bombardier Model DHC-8-102, -103, -106, -201, -202, -301, -311, and -315 airplanes to inspect and address potential ignition sources caused by incorrect lockwire tail orientation on fuel tank access covers. The directive aims to prevent fuel tank explosions in the event of lightning strikes.