FAA Issues Airworthiness Directive AD 2026-17-09 for Airbus A350 Airplanes
The FAA has released Airworthiness Directive AD 2026-17-09 targeting Airbus A350-1041 airplanes with certain structural fastener concerns. Effective September 18, 2026, the directive calls for specific inspections and corrective measures to resolve issues related to missing chamfers under fastener heads. Operators are required to adhere to these me...
- Published date: 20-09-2026 10:02 AM
The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued Airworthiness Directive AD 2026-17-09, effective September 18, 2026, concerning specific Airbus A350-1041 airplanes. This directive addresses the issue of missing chamfers under the heads of critical fasteners on the primary structures of the affected aircraft.
The FAA mandates required inspections to identify and assess the extent of this condition. Operators must carry out corrective actions as specified to ensure the continued airworthiness of these aircraft.
Compliance with the directive is essential to maintain structural integrity and safety standards in the operation of the Airbus A350 fleet affected by this issue.