FAA Mandates Wing Part Swaps for Honda Airplanes
Published Date: 7/7/2025
Proposed Rule
Summary
If you own a Honda HA-420 airplane, listen up! The FAA found a tiny gap problem in the wings that could cause trouble, so they want you to swap out some wing parts with safer ones. This fix keeps your plane flying safely and smoothly, and it’s coming soon to make sure everyone stays safe in the skies.
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Honda HA-420 Aileron Weight Replacement
If you own or operate a Honda Model HA-420 airplane, the FAA proposes a rule that would require replacing the affected left and right aileron fixed balance weights with reduced-geometry fixed balance weights. The action responds to a discovered gap that is less than the minimum required clearance between the trailing edge wing nut plates and the leading edge aileron balance weights to address an unsafe condition.
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