AD 2026-03-09

final rule
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Airworthiness Directives; Aerospace & Defense Oxygen Systems SaS (Part of Safran Aerosystems) (Formerly Known as Air Liquide) Portable Breathing Equipment (PBE)

AD Number
2026-03-09
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
aircraft
Docket
Docket No. FAA-2026-0744
FR Citation
91 FR 9137

Unsafe Condition

Occurrences of PBE not delivering oxygen once donned, caused by a manufacturing issue.

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Required Actions

Replace affected PBE and prohibit installation of affected PBE. Adhere to the life limit of 10 years (120 months) for affected PBE.

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Compliance Time

Within 14 days or 3 months, depending on the applicable conditions, unless the PBE is over the life limit.

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Affected Aircraft

Aerospace & Defense Oxygen Systems SaS (Part of Safran Aerosystems) Portable Breathing Equipment (PBE), as identified in Safran Aerosystems Service Bulletin 1540F-35-002, Revision 01, dated January 5, 2026.

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Retrieved: Apr 4, 2026

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