EASA Regulations for Airbus Canada BD-500-1A10

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

EASA AD CF-2022-51

Aug 31, 2022

Equipment / Furnishings — Overwing Emergency Exit Door Escape Line - Inspection / Re-routing

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2022-51 is an official regulatory document addressing the overwing emergency exit door (OWEED) escape line on Airbus Canada Limited Partnership BD-500-1A10 aircraft, serial numbers 50010 through 50017 and 50020 through 50023. The directive mandates inspection and correction of the escape line routing to ensure proper functionality during emergency egress. This directive applies specifically to certain Bombardier Inc. model BD-500-1A10 aeroplanes.

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

EASA AD CF-2021-22R1

May 16, 2022

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

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2021-22R1 addresses corrosion issues on the main landing gear (MLG) lower spindle pin of Airbus Canada Limited Partnership BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11 aircraft. This directive mandates inspections and necessary repairs or replacements to prevent potential failure of this critical structural component. It applies to all serial numbers of the specified aircraft models.

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

EASA AD CF-2022-23

Apr 22, 2022

Equipment / Furnishings — Removal of Inflation Valve Safety Pin from Passenger and Service Door Escape Slides

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2022-23 is an emergency directive addressing the removal of the inflation valve safety pin from passenger and service door escape slides 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 ensure proper deployment of escape slides during emergency evacuations. The directive mandates inspection and removal of the safety pin from the nitrogen bottles of forward and aft passenger and service door escape slides.

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

EASA AD CF-2022-18

Apr 21, 2022

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks – Airworthiness Limitations – Implementation

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2022-18 is issued by Transport Canada and applies to Airbus Canada Limited Partnership aeroplanes Model BD-500-1A10 (serial numbers R50001 and subsequent) and Model BD-500-1A11 (serial numbers 55001 and subsequent). This directive mandates the incorporation of updated Airworthiness Limitations (AWL) from Issue No. 014.00 into the approved maintenance schedules for these aircraft models. The directive ensures continued airworthiness by enforcing compliance with the latest maintenance tasks and limitations.

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

EASA AD CF-2022-11

Mar 18, 2022

Engine — Airplane Flight Manual (AFM) Normal and Non-Normal Procedures — Erroneous Uncontrolled High Thrust Detection

Airworthiness Directive CF-2022-11 is issued by Transport Canada and addresses erroneous uncontrolled high thrust detection in Airbus Canada Limited Partnership BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11 aircraft models. This directive mandates updates to the Airplane Flight Manual (AFM) normal and non-normal procedures to mitigate the risk of dual engine automatic shutdown upon landing caused by abrupt thrust lever movements above 16,000 feet. The directive supersedes a previous AD and introduces final procedural changes to enhance flight safety.

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

EASA AD CF-2022-01

Jan 12, 2022

Placards and Markings — Elevator and Rudder Surface Rigging Inaccuracy Resulting from Flight Control Decal Positional Offset

Airworthiness Directive CF-2022-01 addresses issues related to placards and markings on Airbus Canada Limited Partnership aeroplanes, specifically models BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11. The directive focuses on inaccuracies in elevator and rudder surface rigging caused by positional offsets of flight control decals. It applies to specific serial numbers of these aircraft models and mandates inspection and corrective maintenance actions.

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

EASA AD CF-2021-46

Dec 10, 2021

Exhaust — Non-Conforming Thrust Reverser Actuation System Deploy Hoses

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2021-46 addresses an issue with non-conforming thrust reverser actuation system deploy hoses on certain Airbus Canada Limited Partnership aircraft models BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11. The directive mandates replacement of these specific deploy hoses to ensure safe operation of the thrust reverser system. This AD applies to serial numbers 50030, 50033 through 50039 of the BD-500-1A10 and serial number 55056 of the BD-500-1A11.

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

EASA AD CF-2021-44

Dec 3, 2021

Engine – Aircraft Flight Manual – Normal Procedure and Non-Normal Procedures

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2021-44 addresses an unsafe condition affecting Airbus Canada Limited Partnership BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11 aircraft models. The directive introduces new procedures in the Aircraft Flight Manual related to engine thrust lever handling to prevent dual engine automatic shutdowns upon landing caused by erroneous uncontrolled high thrust detection above 16,000 feet.

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

EASA AD CF-2021-39

Nov 11, 2021

Doors — Emergency Exits — Overwing Emergency Exit Door Handle Cover — Opening Force Exceeds Design Limits

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2021-39 addresses an issue with the overwing emergency exit door handle cover on Airbus Canada Limited Partnership aircraft models BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11. The directive identifies that the handle cover brackets may require excessive force to open, potentially hindering emergency evacuation. This AD mandates corrective action to ensure compliance with safety standards.

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

EASA AD CF-2021-27

Aug 12, 2021

Superseded by TCCA AD CF-2022-18

The Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2021-27 mandates updates to the maintenance limits and tasks for Airbus Canada Limited Partnership aircraft models BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11. It requires incorporation of the latest edition 013.00 of the published airworthiness limits into the approved maintenance schedule. This directive ensures compliance with Transport Canada regulations to maintain aircraft airworthiness.

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

EASA AD CF-2021-25

Jul 23, 2021

Equipment / Furnishings — Monuments — Tie-Rod Preload on Interior Monuments

The Airworthiness Directive CF-2021-25 issued by Transport Canada addresses tie-rod preload issues on interior monuments in Airbus Canada Limited Partnership aircraft models BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11. The directive mandates inspection and adjustment of tie-rod assemblies in specific cabin areas to prevent potential hazards during emergency landings. This directive applies to aircraft with serial numbers 50010 through 50040 for BD-500-1A10 and 55003 through 55057 for BD-500-1A11.

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

EASA AD CF-2021-21

Jul 1, 2021

Fuel – Distribution – Fuel Pressure Switch Missing Lockwire

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2021-21 addresses a fuel system safety issue on Airbus Canada Limited Partnership aircraft models BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11. The directive mandates inspections and corrective actions related to missing lockwire on fuel pressure switches installed on AC boost pump cartridges and engine feed pressure switches. This AD aims to prevent fuel leaks and potential fire hazards caused by loose fuel pressure switches.

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

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