Federal Register #2026-22897

FAA Safety Directive for Airbus A350-941 Landing Gear Components

The Federal Aviation Administration issued a safety directive for certain Airbus A350-941 airplanes. - Government buyer and issuing agency: U.S. Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration (FAA); no sub-agency or office is identified. - OEM: Airbus SAS, manufacturer of the affected aircraft. The directive incorporates procedures from the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA). - Scope: an estimated 3 U.S.-registered A350-941 airplanes; these are affected aircraft, not aircraft being purchased. - Required work: configuration-dependent inspections of main landing gear brake-rod center pin nuts, lock rings, end plates, pins, and nuts, with corrective actions such as replacing the brake-rod pin sub-assembly when necessary. Additional work applies to some aircraft based on maintenance history. - Safety concern: corrosion or damage could detach components and prevent landing gear extension, risking aircraft damage or injury. - Delta Air Lines commented during rulemaking; the Air Line Pilots Association supported the proposal. This is a regulatory action, not a procurement solicitation, and it identifies no contract value or purchased products.

Description

The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive for certain Airbus SAS Model A350-941 airplanes. Prompted by a report of a missing main landing gear brake rod center pin nut sub-assembly, the directive requires inspections of specified brake rod components and applicable corrective actions, with additional work for certain airplanes. The rule addresses a condition that could prevent landing gear extension and potentially cause airplane damage or occupant injury. It is effective December 15, 2026.

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