Older ATR airplanes need new wiring to fix a speed sensor problem
What happened
The US aviation regulator proposes a new rule for certain ATR-GIE Avions de Transport Régional airplanes. These planes need new wiring and relays to fix a problem with their speed monitoring system.
Why it matters
This is a routine safety fix for a specific type of aircraft. It means that the planes will be safer to fly, as a known issue with their speed monitoring will be addressed. Airlines operating these models will need to schedule maintenance to install the required parts.
The signal
Watch for the final rule to be published and the compliance timeline for airlines to make the modifications.