Transport i infrastruktura · 21/05/2010

FAA Issues New Airworthiness Directive for BAE SYSTEMS Model 146 Airplanes

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is issuing a new airworthiness directive (AD) for BAE SYSTEMS (Operations) Limited Model BAe 146 and Model Avro 146-RJ airplanes, requiring more restrictive life limits for certain items and inspections to detect fatigue cracking in certain structures, as well as critical design configuration control limitations for the fuel system. The new AD aims to prevent ignition sources in the fuel tanks and ensure the structural integrity of the airplanes.