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Airworthiness Directives: De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited (Type Certificate Previously Held by Bombardier, Inc.) Airplanes

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Summary

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is proposing new safety requirements for certain De Havilland aircraft that were previously managed by Bombardier. These requirements are designed to fix potential safety issues with these planes to protect passengers and crew members.

Key Points

  • 1The FAA has identified safety concerns with specific De Havilland aircraft models and is proposing fixes or inspections to address them
  • 2Airlines and aircraft operators who own or operate these planes will need to comply with new maintenance or modification requirements
  • 3The public and aviation industry have until February 24, 2026 to submit comments about whether they agree with these proposed safety requirements
  • 4This is a proposed rule, meaning the FAA is still gathering feedback before making it final and mandatory
  • 5These safety directives help ensure commercial aircraft meet minimum safety standards for passenger protection

Key Dates

Published

January 7, 2026

Comment Deadline

February 24, 2026(3 days left)

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