Federal Register #2026-13280

FAA Special Conditions for AMAC Aerospace's Side-Facing Seat Modification on Boeing 747-8

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued special conditions for a major aircraft interior modification: - Government Buyer: - Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of Transportation - OEMs and Vendors: - The Boeing Company (aircraft manufacturer) - AMAC Aerospace (modification provider) - Products/Services Requested: - Modification of Boeing 747-8 aircraft to install side-facing, single-occupant and multiple-occupant seats - 89 side-facing seats (Model 747-8) - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Installation involves a novel seat design not fully addressed by existing airworthiness regulations - Special safety standards and injury criteria must be met for occupant protection - Compliance with both FAA and EASA standards is required - Supplemental type certificate application for executive interior installation - Public comments are requested on the proposed special conditions

Description

These special conditions are issued for The Boeing Company Model 747-8 airplane as modified by AMAC Aerospace. The modification includes side-facing, single-occupant and multiple-occupant seats, which represent a novel or unusual design feature not adequately covered by existing airworthiness regulations. The special conditions establish additional safety standards necessary to ensure a level of safety equivalent to existing standards. Comments on these conditions are requested by August 17, 2026.

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