Opportunity
Federal Register #2026-06980
FAA Proposed Airworthiness Directive for Airbus SAS Airplanes – Inspection and Corrective Actions
Buyer
Department of Transportation - Federal Aviation Administration
Posted
April 10, 2026
Respond By
May 26, 2026
Identifier
2026-06980
NAICS
488190
This opportunity involves a proposed airworthiness directive (AD) from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), part of the Department of Transportation, targeting Airbus SAS airplanes. - Government Buyer: - Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of Transportation - Aircraft Certification Service, Airworthiness Products Section, Operational Safety Branch - OEM Highlight: - Airbus SAS is the primary Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) referenced - Products/Services Requested: - Inspection and corrective actions for broadband antenna adapter plates, skirts, vents, and attachment fittings on Airbus SAS airplane models - Affected models: A319, A320, A321 (including new A321-271NY), A330, A350, A380 - Estimated 8 U.S.-registered airplanes impacted - No specific part numbers provided; focus is on inspection and compliance services - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Repetitive inspections for corrosion and cracks to prevent in-flight detachment and damage - Prohibition of installation of affected parts under certain conditions - Compliance with the proposed AD is mandatory for continued airworthiness - Locations: - FAA Airworthiness Products Section, Operational Safety Branch, Des Moines, WA - U.S. Department of Transportation Docket Operations, Washington, DC
Description
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) proposes to supersede Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2025-10-12 for various Airbus SAS airplane models including A319, A320, A321, A330, A350, and A380 series. The proposed AD continues to require inspections of antenna adapter plates, skirts, vents, and fittings, adds new applicable models such as the A321-271NY, and prohibits installation of affected parts under certain conditions. The FAA invites comments on this proposal by May 26, 2026, to address an unsafe condition on these aircraft. Estimated compliance costs are provided, but the FAA has no definitive data on repair costs.