Regulacje i polityka gospodarcza · 11/10/2007

FAA Proposes New Airworthiness Directive for McDonnell Douglas Model 717-200 Airplanes

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is proposing a new airworthiness directive to ensure the proper electrical bonding of critical fuel system components on certain McDonnell Douglas Model 717-200 aircraft, following a review of the fuel system by the manufacturer, in order to prevent potential fuel tank explosions and loss of the airplane in the event of a lightning strike.