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Federal Register · March 26, 2025
The title they went with Airworthiness Directives; Embraer S.A. Airplanes Noisy translates that to

Embraer jet owners must now check main door locks more often

What happened
US aviation regulators propose a new rule for Embraer EMB-545 and EMB-550 airplanes. Owners will have to regularly test and lubricate the main door lock sensor.
Why it matters
A small part failing on a plane can lead to big problems. This proposed rule means that a specific type of jet will now get more frequent checks on a critical safety component. This is a common way regulators prevent minor mechanical issues from becoming major safety incidents.
The signal
Watch for the final rule to be published and how quickly Embraer owners comply with the new maintenance schedule.
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