EASA AD US-2026-13-07: Equipment/Furnishings - Doorway Support Bracket - Installation

What to do

Affected operators must comply by August 6, 2026, by installing the specified retainers and placards or marking parts as required. They must also perform inspections of door assist handles and carry out any necessary on-condition repairs. Operators should review the Boeing service bulletins referenced in the directive and may use approved alternative materials as specified by the FAA.

Summary

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2026-13-07 addresses certain Boeing 787-8, 787-9, and 787-10 airplanes. It mandates modifications to the doorway support bracket assemblies to prevent door assist handles from detaching during pre-flight checks. The directive includes installation of new retainers, placards or part markings, inspections, and on-condition corrective actions to ensure safety.

What changed

This new airworthiness directive introduces requirements to install new retainers above the lower keyway of the doorway support bracket assembly and to install placards or mark parts on affected Boeing 787 models. It also requires inspections of forward and aft door assist handles and applicable corrective actions for certain airplanes. Additionally, the FAA allows alternative materials for some components and provides credit for previous compliance with earlier Boeing service bulletins.

Why it matters

This directive is critical for aviation professionals because it addresses a safety risk where door assist handles may detach, potentially causing injury and hindering emergency evacuation. Operators, maintenance, and compliance teams must implement these measures to maintain airworthiness and ensure passenger and crew safety. Compliance reduces the risk of in-flight or ground incidents related to door operation failures.

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