The FAA has issued a final airworthiness directive (AD) requiring the replacement of rudders on specific Piper series aircraft. The AD, effective March 20, addresses safety concerns stemming from ...

However, the behavior of this particular pod has puzzled scientists and marine biologists. The repeated targeting of boat rudders suggests a learned behavior, possibly stemming from a traumatic event ...

Many aviation groups have spoken out, claiming the AD was too broad and flawed. Despite over 350 comments, the FAA has decided to publish the final rule, requiring rudder replacements for over 30,000 ...