Federal Register #2026-08191

FAA Safety Directive for Safran ARRIUS 2F Engine Fuel Pump Bearings in South Florida

This notice from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) addresses regulatory corrections and safety directives for aviation operations in South Florida: - Government Buyer: - Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of Transportation - Office: International Validation Branch - OEM Highlight: - Safran Helicopter Engines is the primary OEM mentioned, specifically for the ARRIUS 2F engine model - Products/Services Requested: - Fuel Control Unit (FCU) fuel pump bearings for Safran ARRIUS 2F engines - Part number/model: ARRIUS 2F - Purpose: To detect and correct missing lubricating and balancing grooves on FCU fuel pump bearings, addressing potential in-flight shut-down risks - Unique/Notable Requirements: - The directive is a safety measure to prevent uncommanded in-flight engine shut-downs - Applies specifically to Safran ARRIUS 2F helicopter engines - Places of Performance/Delivery: - Multiple federal aviation facilities and military bases in South Florida, including Miami International Airport, Homestead Air Reserve Base, Miami Opa-Locka Executive Airport, Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, Miami Executive Airport, Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport, Pompano Beach Airpark, and North Perry Airport - No vendors, resellers, or additional OEMs are mentioned - No explicit quantities or contract values are provided

Description

This action corrects a final rule published by the FAA on February 13, 2026, which amended Class D and E airspace in Miami, FL, and updated coordinates for the LAYDN Initial Approach Fix (IAF). The correction addresses inaccuracies in two airport names within the Class E5 legal description. The effective date of the original final rule remains July 9, 2026, at 0901 UTC. The correction ensures the legal description accurately reflects the correct airport names.

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