EASA Regulations for Airbus BD-500 (A220 Series)

123 airworthiness directives and regulations affecting Airbus BD-500 (A220 Series).

EASA SIB CASA-2021-10

Jun 30, 2021

Take-off with Incorrect Throttle Setting

Transport Canada Civil Aviation Safety Alert CASA 2021-10 is a safety alert addressing takeoff incidents involving incorrect throttle settings on Airbus Canada BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11 aeroplanes (A220-300). The alert highlights occurrences where thrust levers were set below the correct takeoff thrust, causing spoiler deployment issues and autothrottle engagement failures during takeoff. It provides background on investigations and communications from Airbus Canada regarding proper thrust lever settings and autothrottle management.

Safety Information Bulletin
  • Airbus BD-500 (A220 Series)

EASA AD CF-2021-18

May 11, 2021

Landing Gear – Main Landing Gear (MLG) Lower Spindle Pin Corrosion

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2021-18 addresses corrosion issues on the main landing gear (MLG) lower spindle pin of Airbus Canada Limited Partnership model BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11 aircraft. The directive mandates inspections and necessary repairs or replacements to prevent structural failure of the MLG lower spindle pin. This AD is an interim safety measure to mitigate risks associated with corrosion and potential fatigue cracking.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Airbus BD-500 (A220 Series)
  • Airbus Canada BD-500-1A10
  • Airbus Canada BD-500-1A11

EASA AD CF-2020-32R1

Apr 26, 2021

Fuselage – Cracks on Aft Wing To Body Fairing (WTBF) Structure

Airworthiness Directive CF-2020-32R1 is issued by Transport Canada and applies to Airbus Canada Limited Partnership Model BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11 aircraft. It addresses cracks found in the aft wing-to-body fairing (WTBF) structure, specifically around the tie-rod attachments at fuselage station 973. The directive mandates inspections, repairs, tie-rod load adjustments, and incorporation of reinforcement modifications to maintain structural integrity.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Airbus BD-500 (A220 Series)
  • Airbus Canada BD-500-1A10
  • Airbus Canada BD-500-1A11

EASA AD CF-2021-10

Mar 19, 2021

Equipment/Furnishings – Vibration on Fuselage and Emergency Locator Transmitter (ELT) Antenna

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2021-10 addresses vibration-induced failures on Airbus Canada Limited Partnership BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11 aircraft equipped with Gogo 2Ku antenna radomes part numbers P23743-605 or P23743-606. The directive mandates replacement of the Emergency Locator Transmitter (ELT) antenna and inspection of the fuselage skin around the antenna attachment area to prevent antenna loss and fuselage damage. This AD applies to aircraft from serial number 50001 and 55001 onward respectively.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Airbus BD-500 (A220 Series)
  • Airbus Canada BD-500-1A10
  • Airbus Canada BD-500-1A11

EASA AD CF-2021-09

Mar 15, 2021

Fuel Distribution – Twisted Motive Flow Flexible Fuel Line

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2021-09 addresses a potential safety issue in Airbus Canada Limited Partnership BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11 aircraft. It mandates inspection and corrective actions for twisted or damaged Motive Flow flexible fuel line assemblies in the pylon to wing area to prevent fuel leaks and fire risks. This directive applies to specific serial numbers of these aircraft models.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Airbus BD-500 (A220 Series)
  • Airbus Canada BD-500-1A10
  • Airbus Canada BD-500-1A11

EASA AD CF-2021-07

Mar 4, 2021

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks – Airworthiness Limitations – Implementation

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2021-07 mandates updated airworthiness limitations for Airbus Canada Limited Partnership BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11 aircraft models. This directive requires incorporation of the latest Airbus Canada Airworthiness Limitations (AWL) Issue No. 012.01 into the approved maintenance schedules. It supersedes the previous AD CF-2020-25 and applies to aircraft serial numbers 50001 and subsequent for BD-500-1A10, and 55001 and subsequent for BD-500-1A11.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Airbus BD-500 (A220 Series)
  • Airbus Canada BD-500-1A10
  • Airbus Canada BD-500-1A11

EASA AD CF-2021-03

Feb 16, 2021

Equipment/Furnishings — Mid Fuselage Insulation — Potential Damage to Insulation Blankets below Over Wing Emergency Exit Door (OWEED)

The Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2021-03 titled 'Equipment/Furnishings — Mid Fuselage Insulation — Potential Damage to Insulation Blankets below Over Wing Emergency Exit Door (OWEED)' applies to Airbus Canada Limited Partnership aircraft models BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11 with specified serial numbers. It addresses potential damage to insulation blankets located beneath the left and right over wing emergency exit doors. The directive mandates inspections and corrective actions to ensure continued fire protection.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus BD-500 (A220 Series)
  • Airbus Canada BD-500-1A10
  • Airbus Canada BD-500-1A11

EASA AD CF-2021-01

Jan 11, 2021

Fire Protection — Powerplant Fire Extinguishing (FIREX) Interconnection Hose Not Properly Installed

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2021-01 addresses a fire protection issue related to the powerplant fire extinguishing (FIREX) interconnection hose installation on Airbus Canada Limited Partnership aircraft models BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11. The directive applies to specific serial numbers of these models and mandates corrective action to ensure the FIREX hose is properly secured. This measure aims to prevent ineffective fire extinguishing in the event of a powerplant fire.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus BD-500 (A220 Series)
  • Airbus Canada BD-500-1A10
  • Airbus Canada BD-500-1A11

EASA AD CF-2020-30R1

Dec 14, 2020

Fuselage — Forward Avionics Bay — Water Ingress from Forward Galley Drains

Airworthiness Directive CF-2020-30R1 addresses water ingress issues in the forward avionics bay caused by forward galley drains on Airbus Canada Limited Partnership aircraft models BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11. This directive applies to specific serial numbers of these models and aims to prevent water from causing electrical short circuits that could affect avionics functionality. The directive updates previous requirements to reflect production modifications.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus BD-500 (A220 Series)
  • Airbus Canada BD-500-1A10
  • Airbus Canada BD-500-1A11

EASA AD CF-2020-48

Nov 20, 2020

Environmental Control — Replacement of Incorrect Low-Pressure Distribution Supply Duct

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2020-48 addresses the replacement of an incorrect low-pressure distribution supply duct in Airbus Canada Limited Partnership BD-500-1A10 aircraft, specifically serial numbers 50041 and 50042. The directive mandates inspection and replacement of the duct to ensure proper environmental control and safety. This AD aims to prevent smoke penetration into the passenger cabin in the event of an onboard fire or smoke incident beneath the cabin floor.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus BD-500 (A220 Series)
  • Airbus Canada BD-500-1A10

EASA AD CF-2019-31R1

Oct 23, 2020

Ice and Rain Protection — Insufficient Engine Core Ventilation Resulting in Higher Engine Core Temperatures

Airworthiness Directive CF-2019-31R1 addresses insufficient engine core ventilation leading to higher engine core temperatures on Airbus Canada Limited Partnership model BD-500-1A11 aircraft. This directive updates previous requirements to prevent nuisance Engine Fire Warning messages that could cause unnecessary engine shutdowns. It applies specifically to certain serial-numbered BD-500-1A11 aeroplanes.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus BD-500 (A220 Series)
  • Airbus Canada BD-500-1A11

EASA AD CF-2020-41

Oct 20, 2020

Engine - Aircraft Flight Manual — Operating Limitations

The Airworthiness Directive CF-2020-41 titled 'Engine - Aircraft Flight Manual — Operating Limitations' applies to Airbus Canada Limited Partnership BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11 aeroplanes equipped with Pratt & Whitney PW1521G, PW1524G, PW1521G-3, or PW1524G-3 engines. This directive addresses engine in-flight shutdowns by updating operating limitations in the Aircraft Flight Manual for operations above 29,000 feet and requires inspections following engine N1 speed exceedances. It mandates incorporation of an updated AFM supplement and inspections of the low-pressure compressor rotor when necessary.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus BD-500 (A220 Series)
  • Airbus Canada BD-500-1A10
  • Airbus Canada BD-500-1A11

EASA AD CF-2020-42

Oct 20, 2020

Fuselage — Application of Additional Protection on Waste Box to Inhibit Future Corrosion Development

Airworthiness Directive CF-2020-42 is issued by Transport Canada and applies to Airbus Canada Limited Partnership aeroplanes, specifically models BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11. The directive addresses corrosion issues on the waste box, waste access doubler, and waste service door 146BR located at the rear fuselage. It mandates the application of additional protective coatings to inhibit future corrosion development on these parts.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus BD-500 (A220 Series)
  • Airbus Canada BD-500-1A10
  • Airbus Canada BD-500-1A11

EASA AD CF-2020-36

Oct 9, 2020

Flight Controls — Software Update

The Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2020-36 titled 'Flight Controls — Software Update' mandates a software update for Airbus Canada Limited Partnership aircraft models BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11. This directive addresses specific serial numbers within these models to ensure continued airworthiness. The update targets the primary flight control computer (PFCC) and remote electronic unit (REU) software systems.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus BD-500 (A220 Series)
  • Airbus Canada BD-500-1A10
  • Airbus Canada BD-500-1A11

EASA AD CF-2020-25

Jul 17, 2020

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks – Airworthiness Limitations - Implementation

Airworthiness Directive CF-2020-25 is issued by Transport Canada and applies to Airbus Canada Limited Partnership aeroplanes, specifically models BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11. This directive mandates updates to the aircraft maintenance schedules to incorporate the latest Airworthiness Limitations as published in Issue No. 011.00 of the AWL document. It ensures continued airworthiness by enforcing compliance with updated maintenance tasks and intervals.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Airbus BD-500 (A220 Series)
  • Airbus Canada BD-500-1A10
  • Airbus Canada BD-500-1A11

EASA AD CF-2020-19

May 27, 2020

Oxygen — Crew — Inspection and Removal of a Protective End Cap Obstructing an Extraction Duct

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2020-19 mandates inspection and removal of a protective end cap obstructing an extraction duct on certain Airbus Canada Limited Partnership aircraft models BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11. This directive addresses a safety issue related to crew oxygen systems and ventilation under the flight deck floor. The affected aircraft include specific serial numbers of the BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11 models.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus BD-500 (A220 Series)
  • Airbus Canada BD-500-1A10
  • Airbus Canada BD-500-1A11

EASA AD CF-2020-17

May 22, 2020

Oxygen — Crew — Leak Check of the Lavatory A Oxygen Supply Line for the Third Crew Member

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2020-17 mandates a leak check of the Lavatory A oxygen supply line for the third crew member on Airbus Canada Limited Partnership aeroplanes, specifically models BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11 within specified serial number ranges. This directive addresses potential oxygen leaks that could compromise crew oxygen supply and increase fire risk. It applies to Bombardier Inc. aircraft formerly known as CSALP.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus BD-500 (A220 Series)
  • Airbus Canada BD-500-1A10
  • Airbus Canada BD-500-1A11

EASA AD CF-2020-14

May 4, 2020

Fuel - Threaded Fuel Coupling Not Properly Installed

The Airworthiness Directive CF-2020-14 issued by Transport Canada addresses improperly installed threaded fuel couplings on Airbus Canada Limited Partnership aircraft models BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11. This directive mandates inspections and functional tests of the Auxiliary Power Unit (APU) fuel feed line shroud to detect and correct any loose or disconnected fuel couplings. The goal is to prevent fuel starvation to the APU and reduce the risk of fire.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus BD-500 (A220 Series)
  • Airbus Canada BD-500-1A10
  • Airbus Canada BD-500-1A11

EASA AD CF-2020-04

Mar 16, 2020

Fuel — Accumulation of Electrostatic Charge Inside the Fuel Tank During Refueling

The Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2020-04 addresses the risk of electrostatic charge accumulation inside the fuel tank during refueling on Airbus Canada Limited Partnership aircraft models BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11. This directive mandates modifications to the center wing box fuel line coupling to prevent potential fuel tank ignition. It applies to specific serial numbers of these aircraft models.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus BD-500 (A220 Series)
  • Airbus Canada BD-500-1A10
  • Airbus Canada BD-500-1A11

EASA AD CF-2018-15R1

Jan 13, 2020

Cargo and Accessory Compartment — Dislodged Forward and Aft Cargo Compartment Blow-Out Panels

Airworthiness Directive CF-2018-15R1 addresses the issue of dislodged forward and aft cargo compartment blow-out panels on Airbus Canada Limited Partnership aeroplanes, specifically models BD-500-1A10 (serial numbers 50001 through 50017) and BD-500-1A11 (serial numbers 55001 through 55044) equipped with certain blow-out panel part numbers. The directive mandates inspections and corrective actions to prevent openings that could compromise fire suppression in cargo compartments. It supersedes the earlier AD CF-2018-15 and introduces redesigned cargo compartment panels as a terminating action.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus BD-500 (A220 Series)
  • Airbus Canada BD-500-1A10
  • Airbus Canada BD-500-1A11