AD 2026-12-05

35881 Federal Register / Vol. 91, No. 114 / Monday, June 15, 2026 / Rules and Regulations § 39.13 [Amended] ■ 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding the following new airworthiness directive: 2026–11–07 Bombardier, Inc.: Amendment 39–23368; Docket No. FAA–2026–2279; Project Identifier MCAI–2025–01379–T. (a) Effective Date This airworthiness directive (AD) is effective July 20, 2026. (b) Affected ADs None. (c) Applicability This AD applies to Bombardier, Inc., Model BD–700–1A10, BD–700–1A11, and Model BD–700–2A12 airplanes, certificated in any category, as identified in Transport Canada AD CF–2025–41, dated August 20, 2025 (Transport Canada AD CF–2025–41). (d) Subject Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 25, Equipment/furnishings. (e) Unsafe Condition This AD was prompted by reports that certain seat frames were assembled without applying Loctite in certain locations of concern. The FAA is issuing this AD to address seat frames assembled without applying Loctite on certain screws that could lead to loss of structural joint integrity affecting safety equipment such as lap belt and seat backrest locking mechanisms. The unsafe condition, if not addressed, could result in reduced capability of the restraint system to protect an occupant. (f) Compliance Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done. (g) Requirements Except as specified in paragraphs (h) and (i) of this AD: Comply with all required actions and compliance times specified in, and in accordance with, Transport Canada AD CF–2025–41. (h) Exception to Transport Canada AD CF– 2025–41 Where Transport Canada AD CF–2025–41 refers to its effective date, this AD requires using the effective date of this AD. (i) No Reporting Requirement Although the material referenced in Transport Canada AD CF–2025–41 specifies to submit certain information to the manufacturer, this AD does not include that requirement. (j) Additional AD Provisions The following provisions also apply to this AD: (1) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs): The Manager, International Validation Branch, FAA, has the authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested using the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. In accordance with 14 CFR 39.19, send your request to your principal inspector or responsible Flight Standards Office, as appropriate. If sending information directly to the manager of the International Validation Branch, send it to the attention of the person identified in paragraph (k) of this AD and email to: AMOC@faa.gov . Before using any approved AMOC, notify your appropriate principal inspector, or lacking a principal inspector, the manager of the responsible Flight Standards Office. (2) Contacting the Manufacturer: For any requirement in this AD to obtain instructions from a manufacturer, the instructions must be accomplished using a method approved by the Manager, International Validation Branch, FAA; or Transport Canada; or Bombardier, Inc.’s Transport Canada Design Approval Organization (DAO). If approved by the DAO, the approval must include the DAO-authorized signature. (k) Additional Information For more information about this AD, contact Amanda F. Pieraccini, Aviation Safety Engineer, FAA, 1600 Stewart Avenue, Suite 410, Westbury, NY 11590; phone: 516– 228–7300; email: 9-avs-nyaco-cos@ faa.gov.cos@faa.gov . (l) Material Incorporated by Reference (1) The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of the material listed in this paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51. (2) You must use this material as applicable to do the actions required by this AD, unless this AD specifies otherwise. (i) Transport Canada AD CF–2025–41, dated August 20, 2025. (ii) [Reserved] (3) For Transport Canada material identified in this AD, contact Transport Canada, Transport Canada National Aircraft Certification, 159 Cleopatra Drive, Nepean, Ontario K1A 0N5, Canada; telephone 888– 663–3639; email TC.AirworthinessDirectives- Consignesdenavigabilite.TC@tc.gc.ca. You may find this material on the Transport Canada website at tc.canada.ca/en/aviation. (4) You may view this material at the FAA, Airworthiness Products Section, Operational Safety Branch, 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call 206–231–3195. (5) You may view this material at the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). For information on the availability of this material at NARA, visit www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ ibr-locations or email fr.inspection@nara.gov . Issued on May 22, 2026. Steven W. Thompson, Acting Deputy Director, Compliance & Airworthiness Division, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2026–11976 Filed 6–12–26; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910–13–P DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA–2026–3473; Project Identifier MCAI–2025–01221–T; Amendment 39–23375; AD 2026–12–05] RIN 2120–AA64 Airworthiness Directives; Airbus SAS Airplanes AGENCY : Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION : Final rule. SUMMARY : The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all Airbus SAS Model A350–941 and –1041 airplanes. This AD was prompted by a determination that certain primary flight control actuators have been exposed to mechanical overloads during the acceptance test procedure. This AD requires replacing affected parts with serviceable parts and prohibits the installation of affected parts. The FAA is issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products. DATES : This AD is effective July 20, 2026. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of a certain publication listed in this AD as of July 20, 2026. ADDRESSES : AD Docket: You may examine the AD docket at regulations.gov under Docket No. FAA–2026–3473; or in person at Docket Operations between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. The AD docket contains this final rule, the mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI), any comments received, and other information. The address for Docket Operations is U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket Operations, M– 30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12–140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, Washington, DC 20590. Material Incorporated by Reference: • For European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) material identified in this AD, contact EASA, Konrad-Adenauer-Ufer 3, 50668 Cologne, Germany; telephone +49 221 8999 000; email ADs@easa.europa.eu. You may find this material on the EASA website at ad.easa.europa.eu. • You may view this material at the FAA, Airworthiness Products Section, Operational Safety Branch, 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call 206–231–3195. It is also available at regulations.gov under Docket No. FAA–2026–3473. VerDate Sep<11>2014 15:52 Jun 12, 2026 Jkt 268001 PO 00000 Frm 00009 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 E:\FR\FM\15JNR1.SGM 15JNR1 lotter on DSK8BHNXB4PROD with RULES1

35882 Federal Register / Vol. 91, No. 114 / Monday, June 15, 2026 / Rules and Regulations FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT : Dan Rodina, Aviation Safety Engineer, FAA, 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA 98198; phone: 206–231–3225; email: Dan.Rodina@faa.gov. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION : Background The FAA issued a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR part 39 by adding an AD that would apply to all Airbus SAS Model A350– 941 and –1041 airplanes. The NPRM was published in the Federal Register on April 3, 2026 (91 FR 16869). The NPRM was prompted by EASA AD 2025–0152, dated July 18, 2025 (EASA AD 2025–0152) (also referred to as the MCAI), issued by EASA, which is the Technical Agent for the Member States of the European. The MCAI states that during production, certain primary flight control actuators (servo controls, electrical backup hydraulic actuators, and electro-hydrostatic actuators) have been exposed to mechanical overloads during the acceptance test procedure, leading to reduced fatigue life of the affected actuators. This condition, if not corrected, could potentially result in actuator failure, leading to loss of control of control surfaces or to hydraulic system loss, and consequently result in reduced control of the airplane. In the NPRM, the FAA proposed to require replacing affected parts with serviceable parts and prohibit the installation of affected parts, as specified in EASA AD 2025–0152. The FAA is issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products. You may examine the MCAI in the AD docket at regulations.gov under Docket No. FAA–2026–3473. Discussion of Final Airworthiness Directive Comments The FAA received a comment from the Air Line Pilots Association, International (ALPA) who supported the NPRM without change. Conclusion These products have been approved by the civil aviation authority of another country and are approved for operation in the United States. Pursuant to the FAA’s bilateral agreement with this State of Design Authority, that authority has notified the FAA of the unsafe condition described in the MCAI referenced above. The FAA reviewed the relevant data, considered any comments received, and determined that air safety requires adopting this AD as proposed. Accordingly, the FAA is issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products. Except for minor editorial changes, this AD is adopted as proposed in the NPRM. None of the changes will increase the economic burden on any operator. Material Incorporated by Reference Under 1 CFR Part 51 EASA AD 2025–0152 specifies procedures for replacing affected parts with serviceable parts. EASA AD 2025– 0152 also prohibits the installation of affected parts. This material is reasonably available because the interested parties have access to it through their normal course of business or by the means identified in the ADDRESSES section. Costs of Compliance The FAA estimates that this AD affects 38 airplanes of U.S. registry. The FAA estimates the following costs to comply with this AD: E STIMATED C OSTS FOR R EQUIRED A CTIONS Labor cost Parts cost Cost per product Cost on U.S. operators 10 work-hours × $85 per hour = $850 ...................................................................... $0 $850 $32,300 Authority for This Rulemaking Title 49 of the United States Code specifies the FAA’s authority to issue rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, section 106, describes the authority of the FAA Administrator. Subtitle VII: Aviation Programs, describes in more detail the scope of the Agency’s authority. The FAA is issuing this rulemaking under the authority described in Subtitle VII, Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701: General requirements. Under that section, Congress charges the FAA with promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in air commerce by prescribing regulations for practices, methods, and procedures the Administrator finds necessary for safety in air commerce. This regulation is within the scope of that authority because it addresses an unsafe condition that is likely to exist or develop on products identified in this rulemaking action. Regulatory Findings This AD will not have federalism implications under Executive Order 13132. This AD will not have a substantial direct effect on the States, on the relationship between the national government and the States, or on the distribution of power and responsibilities among the various levels of government. For the reasons discussed above, I certify that this AD: (1) Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory action’’ under Executive Order 12866, (2) Will not affect intrastate aviation in Alaska, and (3) Will not have a significant economic impact, positive or negative, on a substantial number of small entities under the criteria of the Regulatory Flexibility Act. List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation safety, Incorporation by reference, Safety. The Amendment Accordingly, under the authority delegated to me by the Administrator, the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as follows: PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES ■ 1. The authority citation for part 39 continues to read as follows: Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701. § 39.13 [Amended] ■ 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding the following new airworthiness directive: 2026–12–05 Airbus SAS: Amendment 39– 23375; Docket No. FAA–2026–3473; Project Identifier MCAI–2025–01221–T. (a) Effective Date This airworthiness directive (AD) is effective July 20, 2026. (b) Affected ADs None. (c) Applicability This AD applies to all Airbus SAS Model A350–941 and –1041 airplanes, certificated in any category. (d) Subject Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 27, Flight controls. VerDate Sep<11>2014 15:52 Jun 12, 2026 Jkt 268001 PO 00000 Frm 00010 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 E:\FR\FM\15JNR1.SGM 15JNR1 lotter on DSK8BHNXB4PROD with RULES1

35883 Federal Register / Vol. 91, No. 114 / Monday, June 15, 2026 / Rules and Regulations (e) Unsafe Condition This AD was prompted by a determination that certain primary flight control actuators have been exposed to mechanical overloads during the acceptance test procedure. The FAA is issuing this AD to address actuator failure. The unsafe condition, if not addressed, could result in loss of control of control surfaces or hydraulic system loss, and consequently result in reduced control of the airplane. (f) Compliance Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done. (g) Requirements Except as specified in paragraph (h) of this AD: Comply with all required actions and compliance times specified in, and in accordance with, European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) AD 2025–0152, dated July 18, 2025 (EASA AD 2025–0152). (h) Exceptions to EASA AD 2025–0152 (1) Where EASA AD 2025–0152 refers to its effective date, this AD requires using the effective date of this AD. (2) Where EASA AD 2025–0152 defines a serviceable part as ‘‘Primary flight control actuator eligible for installation in accordance with Airbus instructions, which is not an affected part’’, this AD requires replacing that text with ‘‘Primary flight control actuator eligible for installation, which is not an affected part’’. (3) Where EASA AD 2025–0152 specifies replacing an affected part ‘‘in accordance with the instructions of the AOT’’, this AD requires replacing that text with ‘‘in accordance with the instructions in paragraph 5.6.1 of the AOT’’. (4) This AD does not adopt the ‘‘Remarks’’ section of EASA AD 2025–0152. (i) Additional AD Provisions The following provisions also apply to this AD: (1) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs): The Manager, AIR–520, Continued Operational Safety Branch, FAA, has the authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested using the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. In accordance with 14 CFR 39.19, send your request to your principal inspector or responsible Flight Standards Office, as appropriate. If sending information directly to the manager of the Continued Operational Safety Branch, send it to the attention of the person identified in paragraph (j) of this AD and email to: AMOC@faa.gov . Before using any approved AMOC, notify your appropriate principal inspector, or lacking a principal inspector, the manager of the responsible Flight Standards Office. (2) Contacting the Manufacturer: For any requirement in this AD to obtain instructions from a manufacturer, the instructions must be accomplished using a method approved by the Manager, AIR–520, Continued Operational Safety Branch, FAA; or EASA; or Airbus SAS’s EASA Design Organization Approval (DOA). If approved by the DOA, the approval must include the DOA- authorized signature. (3) Required for Compliance (RC): Except as required by paragraph (i)(2) of this AD, if any material contains procedures or tests that are identified as RC, those procedures and tests must be done to comply with this AD; any procedures or tests that are not identified as RC are recommended. Those procedures and tests that are not identified as RC may be deviated from using accepted methods in accordance with the operator’s maintenance or inspection program without obtaining approval of an AMOC, provided the procedures and tests identified as RC can be done and the airplane can be put back in an airworthy condition. Any substitutions or changes to procedures or tests identified as RC require approval of an AMOC. (j) Additional Information For more information about this AD, contact Dan Rodina, Aviation Safety Engineer, FAA, 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA 98198; phone: 206–231–3225; email: Dan.Rodina@faa.gov. (k) Material Incorporated by Reference (1) The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of the material listed in this paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51. (2) You must use this material as applicable to do the actions required by this AD, unless this AD specifies otherwise. (i) European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) AD 2025–0152, dated July 18, 2025. (ii) [Reserved] (3) For EASA material identified in this AD, contact EASA, Konrad-Adenauer-Ufer 3, 50668 Cologne, Germany; telephone +49 221 8999 000; email ADs@easa.europa.eu. You may find this material on the EASA website at ad.easa.europa.eu. (4) You may view this material at the FAA, Airworthiness Products Section, Operational Safety Branch, 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call 206–231–3195. (5) You may view this material at the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). For information on the availability of this material at NARA, visit www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ ibr-locations or email fr.inspection@nara.gov. Issued on June 4, 2026. Brian Knaup, Acting Deputy Director, Integrated Certificate Management Division, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2026–11975 Filed 6–12–26; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910–13–P DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 71 [Docket No. FAA–2025–5244; Airspace Docket No. 25–AGL–8] RIN 2120–AA66 Amendment of Jet Routes J–70 and J– 94 and Amendment of Very High Frequency Omnidirectional Range Federal Airways V–30, V–55, V–84, V– 170, and V–274 and Revocation of Jet Routes J–547 and J–548 in the Vicinity of Pullman, MI AGENCY : Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION : Final rule; correction. SUMMARY : This action corrects a final rule published by the FAA in the Federal Register on May 8, 2026, amending Jet Routes J–70 and J–94; amending Very High Frequency Omnidirectional Range (VOR) Federal Airways V–30, V–84, V–170, and V– 274; and revoking Jet Routes J–547 and J–548 in the vicinity of Pullman, MI. Specifically, this action corrects an error in the preamble discussion of VOR airway V–170. DATES : The effective date of the final rule published in the Federal Register on May 8, 2026, remains 0901 UTC, July 9, 2026. The Director of the Federal Register approves this incorporation by reference action under 14 CFR part 71, subject to the annual revision of FAA Order JO 7400.11 and publication of conforming amendments. ADDRESSES : FAA Order JO 7400.11K, Airspace Designations and Reporting Points, and subsequent amendments can be viewed online at www.faa.gov/air _ traffic/publications/. You may also contact the Rules and Regulations Group, Office of Policy, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20591; telephone: (202) 267–8783. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT : Ashley Toth, Rules and Regulations Group, Office of Policy, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20591; telephone: (202) 267–8783. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION : History The FAA published a final rule in the Federal Register for Docket No. FAA– 2025–5244 (91 FR 25106; May 8, 2026), amending and revoking certain Jet Routes and amending certain VOR federal airways, including V–170. The amendment of V–170 revokes a segment VerDate Sep<11>2014 15:52 Jun 12, 2026 Jkt 268001 PO 00000 Frm 00011 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 E:\FR\FM\15JNR1.SGM 15JNR1 lotter on DSK8BHNXB4PROD with RULES1