Airbus SAS Airplanes Subject to New Airworthiness Directive AD 2021-16-03

The Federal Aviation Administration published an airworthiness directive on August 26, 2021, designated as AD 2021-16-03. This regulatory action applies to Airbus SAS airplanes and is effective starting September 30, 2021. The directive specifically addresses the Airbus A350 family of aircraft. Aviation safety officials emphasize that compliance with this airworthiness directive is mandatory for operators to ensure continued airworthiness standards are met. The publication date marks the official release of these requirements into the regulatory framework for the industry.