CANCELLED: Equipment / Furnishings – Safety Belts / Torso Restraint Systems – Inspection / Replacement
- Published
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What to do
Affected stakeholders should note that no further action is required under this proposed cancellation unless previously mandated actions have not been completed. Comments on the proposal can be submitted to EASA before the consultation closes on 2026-09-24. Operators and maintenance organizations should continue to comply with existing EU regulations regarding repairs and maintenance of restraint systems.
Summary
EASA PAD No. 26-098-CN is a Proposed Airworthiness Directive Cancellation Notice regarding safety belts and torso restraint systems installed on aircraft requiring dynamically tested seats under European and international certification specifications. It affects products from manufacturers including AmSafe, Anjou Aeronautique, Davis Aircraft Products Co., Schroth Safety Products GmbH, and Pacific Scientific. The document addresses the cancellation of previous airworthiness requirements related to inspection and replacement of these restraint systems.
What changed
This document proposes the cancellation of EASA Airworthiness Directive 2013-0020R4, which mandated inspection and replacement of safety belts and torso restraint systems if maintained or repaired by unauthorized organizations. The cancellation is based on the absence of further occurrences of improper maintenance and the incorporation of relevant safety requirements into current EU regulations.
Why it matters
The cancellation simplifies regulatory compliance for operators and maintenance organizations by removing redundant inspection and replacement mandates. It confirms that current EU regulations adequately address the safety concerns related to maintenance and repair of safety belts and torso restraint systems, ensuring continued occupant protection without additional directives.
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