What Happened
New Airworthiness Directives Target Radio Altimeters, Doors, Engine Limits
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued three final airworthiness directives (ADs) affecting certain Boeing 787, Airbus Helicopters EC130B4, and Rolls-Royce Deutschland BR700-725A1-12 engines. The ADs address issues with radio-altimeter cables, door locking mechanisms, and engine life limits, with compliance required by December 14, 2026, or within specified time frames. The rules were published in the Federal Register on November 9, 2026, and are expected to impact operators of these aircraft and engines. This development was first reported by The Flight Brief.