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AD 2026-02098

Published 2026-02-02 · 3 models · 45 US-registered tails affected · Federal Register

Airworthiness Directives; Airbus SAS Airplanes Federal Register ↗

Abstract

The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all Airbus SAS Model A350-941 and -1041 airplanes. This AD was prompted by reports of electronic centralized aircraft monitor (ECAM) messages requiring flight control remote module (FCRM) replacement linked to solder structural fatigue. This AD requires replacement of affected parts before exceeding the life limit and limits the installation of affected parts under certain conditions. The FAA is issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.

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[Federal Register Volume 91, Number 21 (Monday, February 2, 2026)] [Rules and Regulations] [Pages 4445-4447] From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] [FR Doc No: 2026-02098]

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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Federal Aviation Administration

14 CFR Part 39

[Docket No. FAA-2025-1120; Project Identifier MCAI-2025-00019-T; Amendment 39-23250; AD 2026-03-01] RIN 2120-AA64

Airworthiness Directives; Airbus SAS Airplanes

AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT.

ACTION: Final rule.

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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 reports of electronic centralized aircraft monitor (ECAM) messages requiring flight control remote module (FCRM) replacement linked to solder structural fatigue. This AD requires replacement of affected parts before exceeding the life limit and limits the installation of affected parts under certain conditions. The FAA is issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.

DATES: This AD is effective March 9, 2026. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of a certain publication listed in this AD as of March 9, 2026.