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EASA Regulations for Airbus Canada BD-500-1A10

72 airworthiness directives and regulations affecting Airbus Canada BD-500-1A10.

EASA AD CF-2023-37R1

Standard Practices / Structures — Verification of Aircraft Repairs and Damage Assessments

Airworthiness Directive CF-2023-37R1 is a Canadian regulatory update addressing Airbus Canada Limited Partnership (ACLP) model BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11 aircraft. It focuses on verifying aircraft repairs and damage assessments in light of revised structural stress data and operational loads for the A220 aircraft. The directive ensures compliance with updated repair manuals and engineering orders to maintain structural integrity.

Airworthiness Directive

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

EASA AD CF-2023-68R1

Stabilizer — Horizontal Stabilizer — Jamming of the Horizontal Stabilizer Trim Actuator

Airworthiness Directive CF-2023-68R1 addresses the jamming issue of the Horizontal Stabilizer Trim Actuator (HSTA) on Airbus Canada Limited Partnership BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11 aircraft. The directive mandates lubrication and inspection procedures to prevent water intrusion and freezing in the HSTA ballscrew assembly, which can cause loss of pitch trim capability. This directive applies to specific serial numbers of the affected models and updates previous requirements.

Airworthiness Directive

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

EASA AD CF-2023-69

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks — Airworthiness Limitations — Implementation

Airworthiness Directive CF-2023-69 is issued by Transport Canada and applies to Airbus Canada Limited Partnership aeroplanes Model BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11. This directive mandates the implementation of updated Airworthiness Limitations as specified in Issue No. 017.01 of the Airbus Canada Limited Partnership AWL publication. It ensures that maintenance schedules reflect the latest mandatory maintenance tasks and limitations for continued airworthiness.

Airworthiness Directive

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

EASA AD CF-2023-67

Electrical Cabin Systems — Lug — Improper Terminal Lug Selection

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2023-67 addresses improper terminal lug selection in electrical cabin systems 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 focuses on correcting terminal lug installations at lavatory and galley locations. This action aims to prevent electrical issues that could lead to false alarms and system malfunctions.

Airworthiness Directive

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

EASA AD CF-2023-64

Fuel Distribution — Twisted Motive Flow Flexible Fuel Line

Airworthiness Directive CF-2023-64 is issued by Transport Canada and applies to Airbus Canada Limited Partnership BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11 aircraft with specific serial numbers. The directive addresses twisted Motive Flow (MF) flexible fuel lines installed in early configuration pylon to wing areas, which may cause fuel leaks and fire risks. It mandates inspection and corrective actions to ensure fuel line integrity and safety.

Airworthiness Directive

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

EASA AD CF-2023-58

Fire Protection — Fire Extinguishing System (FIREX) — Line Fouling with Hi-Lite Fasteners

Airworthiness Directive CF-2023-58 addresses fire protection concerns related to the fire extinguishing system (FIREX) on Airbus Canada Limited Partnership aircraft models BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11. The directive focuses on inspecting and correcting line fouling caused by Hi-Lite fasteners in the center mid fuselage and keel beam areas. It mandates inspections and potential repairs to ensure the cargo compartment fire extinguishing system remains fully operational.

Airworthiness Directive

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

EASA AD CF-2023-54

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks – Airworthiness Limitations – Implementation

Airworthiness Directive CF-2023-54 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 defined in Issue No. 017.00 of the AWL publication. The directive 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-2023-52

Oxygen — Portable Oxygen Bottles — Oxygen Masks Not Connected to Oxygen Bottles After Servicing

The Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2023-52 addresses an issue with portable oxygen bottles and oxygen masks on certain Airbus Canada Limited Partnership aircraft models BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11. It mandates inspection and correction of oxygen masks that are not connected to their respective portable oxygen bottles after maintenance. This directive ensures proper oxygen supply to cabin crew and passengers during decompression or emergency situations.

Airworthiness Directive

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

EASA AD CF-2023-31

Equipment / Furnishings — Fixed Emergency Locator Transmitter

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2023-31 addresses the fixed Emergency Locator Transmitter (ELT) 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 changes to the ELT equipment to enhance safety. It focuses on replacing the existing ELT part number 51090170-1 with a new part number 51090130-2 to prevent fire risks associated with lithium battery thermal runaway.

Airworthiness Directive

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

EASA AD CF-2023-27

Electrical System Installation — Rear Cabin — Low Clearance Condition

The Airworthiness Directive CF-2023-27 titled 'Electrical System Installation — Rear Cabin — Low Clearance Condition' applies to Airbus Canada Limited Partnership aeroplanes BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11 with specified serial numbers. It addresses a potential chafing issue between a power harness and the left side window shade in the rear cabin area. This directive mandates corrective action to prevent electrical system failures that could affect emergency equipment functionality.

Airworthiness Directive

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

EASA AD CF-2023-28

Fire Protection — Fire Extinguisher Bottle Available Push Button Annunciators (PBAs) — Do Not Illuminate After Direct Current (DC) Bus Loss

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2023-28 addresses a fire protection issue in Airbus Canada Limited Partnership BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11 aircraft. The directive focuses on the fire extinguisher bottle available push button annunciators (PBAs) that fail to illuminate after a direct current (DC) bus loss, potentially misleading flight crews during engine fire events. This AD mandates a software upgrade to restore proper PBA functionality.

Airworthiness Directive

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

EASA AD CF-2022-13R1

Pneumatic — Non-Conforming Bleed Leak Detection System Sensing Elements

Airworthiness Directive CF-2022-13R1 is issued by Transport Canada concerning Airbus Canada Limited Partnership aeroplanes Model BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11. The directive addresses non-conforming bleed leak detection system sensing elements that may have insufficient salt fill, potentially impairing the detection of hot bleed air leaks. This condition affects the safety of the aircraft by risking damage to structures and systems critical for safe flight and landing.

Airworthiness Directive

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

EASA AD CF-2023-24

Electrical Power – Variable Frequency Generator (VFG) Power-Feeder Harness Chafing

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2023-24 addresses a safety issue on Airbus Canada Limited Partnership BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11 aircraft models. The directive mandates modification of the variable frequency generator (VFG) power-feeder harness routing to prevent chafing that could cause loss of electrical power or fire. This directive applies to specific serial numbers of these aircraft and is issued under Canadian Aviation Regulation 521.427.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded

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

EASA AD CF-2023-23

Flight Controls — Replacement of Horizontal Stabilizer Trim Actuator Upper Gimbal Bushing Flanges

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2023-23 mandates the replacement of the horizontal stabilizer trim actuator (HSTA) upper gimbal bushing flanges 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 address a potential flight control issue. The directive ensures continued airworthiness and safety of the affected aircraft.

Airworthiness Directive

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

EASA AD CF-2023-15

Flight Controls — Electrical Rigging Confirmation and Surface Travel Check of Primary Flight Control Surfaces

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2023-15 addresses the electrical rigging confirmation and surface travel check of primary flight control surfaces on Airbus Canada Limited Partnership model BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11 aircraft. This directive mandates updated maintenance procedures to ensure accurate positioning of flight controls following electrical rigging. It applies to all 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-2023-04

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks – Airworthiness Limitations – Implementation

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2023-04 is issued by Transport Canada and applies to Airbus Canada Limited Partnership aeroplanes Model BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11, including serial numbers 5R0001 and 55001 and subsequent. This directive mandates the incorporation of updated Airworthiness Limitations into the maintenance schedules of these aircraft to ensure continued airworthiness. It supersedes a previous directive and introduces more restrictive maintenance requirements.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded

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

EASA AD CF-2022-67

Equipment/Furnishings — Vibration on Fuselage and Emergency Locator Transmitter Antenna

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2022-67 addresses vibration issues on the fuselage and Emergency Locator Transmitter (ELT) antenna for Airbus Canada Limited Partnership aeroplanes Model BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11 equipped with Gogo 2Ku antenna radomes P/N P23743-605 or P/N P23743-606. This directive mandates replacement and inspection of the ELT antenna to prevent failures caused by vibration loads from air vortices. It applies to specific serial numbers of these aircraft models and aims to maintain aircraft safety and structural integrity.

Airworthiness Directive

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

EASA AD CF-2022-65

Flight Controls — Reversion to Flight Control Direct Mode

The Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2022-65 addresses a flight control system issue on Airbus Canada Limited Partnership BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11 aircraft models equipped with the CAT IIIB Autoland option. This directive mandates a software update to the primary flight control computer (PFCC) to prevent unintended reversion to direct flight control mode during instrument landing system (ILS) approaches. The update improves flight safety by ensuring stable autopilot operation during critical landing phases.

Airworthiness Directive

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

EASA AD CF-2022-64

Autoflight – Design Robustness Against Autopilot Inadvertent Engagement on Takeoff

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2022-64 is an emergency directive affecting Airbus Canada Limited Partnership aeroplanes Model BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11. It addresses the risk of inadvertent autopilot engagement during takeoff, which can lead to premature rotation and potential loss of control. The directive mandates amendments to the Airplane Flight Manual to include warnings about autopilot use during takeoff.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded

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

EASA AD CF-2022-58

Superseded by TCCA AD CF-2023-04

The Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2022-58 is a regulatory document issued by Transport Canada that applies to Airbus Canada Limited Partnership aircraft models BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11. It mandates updates to the approved maintenance schedules to incorporate the latest airworthiness limits and maintenance tasks as specified in the Airbus Canada publication edition 015.00. This directive ensures continued compliance with safety standards for these aircraft types.

Airworthiness Directive

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