FAA Proposes Airbus A350 Landing Gear Safety Inspections and Fixes
Published Date: 3/30/2026
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Summary
The FAA wants Airbus A350-941 planes to get a safety check because some landing gear parts might be missing or loose. Pilots and airlines will need to inspect and fix the brake rod parts soon to keep flights safe. Comments on this plan are open until May 14, 2026, and fixing these issues might cost some time and money but will keep everyone flying safely.
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