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Special Conditions: Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation (Gulfstream) Model G300 Airplane; Dynamic Test Requirements for Single- and Multiple- Occupant Side-Facing Seats With or Without Airbag Systems

Detected July 16, 2026 · in Aviation Maintenance & Airworthiness (FAA)

FAA proposes special conditions for Gulfstream G300 requiring dynamic testing of side-facing seats with or without airbags, affecting certification and retrofit compliance.

Aforeworn detected this change in the Aviation Maintenance & Airworthiness (FAA) space on July 16, 2026 and published this briefing so affected operators are forewarned rather than caught off guard. It is rated Medium urgency. Gulfstream G300 operators, Part 145 repair stations, Part 135/121 operators, corporate flight departments should confirm how it applies to their specific situation before acting. There is a time constraint attached: Comment period ends 30 days after publication (approx. August 9, 2026). Compliance required upon final rule effective date.. Acting after that point can mean penalties, a lapsed licence, or lost eligibility — exactly the kind of surprise Aforeworn exists to prevent. Aforeworn monitors Aviation Maintenance & Airworthiness (FAA) continuously and turns every detected change into a plain-English briefing like this one, so you always know first. Forewarned is forearmed.

What changed

New dynamic test requirements for single- and multiple-occupant side-facing seats with or without airbag systems on Gulfstream G300 airplanes.

Who it affects

Gulfstream G300 operators, Part 145 repair stations, Part 135/121 operators, corporate flight departments

What you must do

Review proposed special conditions and prepare for compliance by ensuring side-facing seats meet dynamic test standards during certification or retrofit.

Deadline

Comment period ends 30 days after publication (approx. August 9, 2026). Compliance required upon final rule effective date.

Source: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/07/10/2026-13924/special-conditions-gulfstream-aerospace-corporation-gulfstream-model-g300-airplane-dynamic-test

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