Old airplane inspection rules are removed, replaced by newer ones

The US aviation regulator is removing an old rule that required repetitive inspections for cracking and corrosion on specific BAE SYSTEMS airplanes. A newer rule already covers the same safety issues, making the old one redundant. This means airplane operators will now follow the updated inspection requirements.

Aviation safety rules are constantly updated as new information comes to light or as technology improves. This specific change is a housekeeping measure, ensuring that operators are not subject to two different sets of rules for the same problem. It streamlines compliance for airlines and maintenance crews, making it clearer which inspections are required.