Opportunity
Federal Register #20261404
FAA Airworthiness Directive for Airbus SAS Antenna Adapter Plate Safety
Buyer
Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation
Posted
July 10, 2026
Identifier
20261404
NAICS
488190
This opportunity concerns a new Airworthiness Directive (AD) issued by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for Airbus SAS airplanes, addressing safety concerns with antenna adapter plates and related components. - Government Buyer: - Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of Transportation - OEM Highlight: - Airbus SAS is the sole Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) referenced - Applicability: - Covers Airbus SAS models: A319, A320, A321 (including A321-271NY), A330, A350, and A380 series - Products/Services Requested: - Repetitive visual inspections of broadband antenna adapter plates, skirt assemblies, vents, and attachment fittings - Corrective actions for corrosion and cracks, including repair or replacement - Reporting inspection results to Airbus SAS - Notable Requirements: - Prohibits installation of affected parts under certain conditions - Compliance with procedures specified by European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) AD 2025-0120 - Incorporates by reference a publication listed in the AD - Estimated compliance affects 8 U.S. airplanes - No specific part numbers or quantities for replacement parts are provided; focus is on inspection and corrective actions - Unique safety requirement: Prevents in-flight detachment and potential damage by addressing corrosion and cracks
Description
The FAA is superseding Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2025-10-12, which applied to various Airbus SAS airplane models. This new AD continues to require the actions in AD 2025-10-12, adds Model A321-271NY airplanes to the applicability, and prohibits the installation of affected parts under certain conditions. The AD addresses corrosion and cracks on the broadband antenna adapter plate and skirt assembly, which could lead to in-flight detachment of parts and potential damage to the airplane. The AD is effective August 14, 2026, and incorporates by reference a publication listed in the AD.