Improved Traffic Management Saves Time, Fuel for Operators
The FAA has announced its new traffic control software aimed at minimizing ground delays in airports across the country. The system is only one component of the upcoming Terminal Flight Data Manager Program, but expected to roll out independently in test locations in the near future. Using this software, an aircraft will be able to arrive with minimal delay, land, taxi directly to a gate, and push back for takeoff, all without lengthy waiting times on the taxiway.
AD 2021-19-06 Requires Inspecting Certain Carbon Brake Assemblies And Corrective Actions If Necessary
The FAA is superseding Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2007-02-13, which applied to certain Dornier Luftfahrt GmbH (type certificate currently held by RUAG Aerospace Services GmbH) Model Dornier 228-212 airplanes. AD 2007-02-13 required inspecting the landing gear carbon brake assembly. This AD requires inspecting certain carbon brake assemblies and corrective actions if necessary. This AD was prompted by mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) to correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product. The MCAI identifies the unsafe condition as loose bolts and nuts on th
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