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EASA Regulations for Airbus Canada BD-500-1A11

59 airworthiness directives and regulations affecting Airbus Canada BD-500-1A11.

EASA AD CF-2024-36

Flight Controls — Primary Flight Control Computer Software Deficiencies

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2024-36 addresses software deficiencies in the Primary Flight Control Computer (PFCC) affecting Airbus Canada Limited Partnership BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11 aircraft. The directive mandates updates to the PFCC software to correct erroneous fault messages and improve system robustness. It also requires amendments to the Airplane Flight Manual (AFM) to warn against autopilot engagement during takeoff until the software update is installed.

Oct 23, 2024
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EASA AD CF-2024-34R1

Electrical Power — Variable Frequency Generator Power-Feeder Harness Chafing Against Wheel Bins and Main Landing Gear

The Electrical Power — Variable Frequency Generator Power-Feeder Harness Chafing Against Wheel Bins and Main Landing Gear is an Emergency Airworthiness Directive CF-2024-34R1 issued by Transport Canada. It applies to Airbus Canada Limited Partnership BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11 aircraft, addressing chafing issues of the Variable Frequency Generator (VFG) power-feeder harnesses against wheel bins and main landing gear. The directive mandates inspections, repairs, and modifications to prevent damage that could lead to generator failures and critical system losses.

Oct 16, 2024
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EASA AD CF-2024-30

SUPERSEDED BY TCCA AD CF-2025-12

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2024-30 is issued for Airbus Canada Limited Partnership BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11 aircraft equipped with Pratt & Whitney PW1500G engines. It addresses a software protection logic issue related to large leaks in the engine bleed duct that could lead to dual engine failure. The directive mandates updates to the Airplane Flight Manual (AFM) non-normal procedures to include manual isolation of the opposite engine in such events.

Sep 4, 2024
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EASA AD CF-2024-29

SUPERSEDED BY TCCA AD CF-2024-34

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2024-29 is an emergency directive issued by Transport Canada Civil Aviation affecting Airbus Canada Limited Partnership aeroplanes Model BD-500-1A10 (serial numbers 50010 through 50047) and Model BD-500-1A11 (serial numbers 55003 through 55070). It addresses the risk of chafing and damage to the Variable Frequency Generator (VFG) power-feeder harnesses, which can lead to generator failure and loss of critical aircraft systems. This directive prohibits dispatching affected aircraft under certain Master Minimum Equipment List (MMEL) items to mitigate safety risks.

Aug 27, 2024
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EASA AD CF-2024-28

Wings - Left Hand Main Landing Gear Fuse Pin Missing

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2024-28 is an emergency directive addressing the missing left hand main landing gear fuse pin on Airbus Canada Limited Partnership BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11 aircraft. This directive applies to specific serial numbers of these models and mandates inspections to ensure the presence and correct installation of the Pintle Fuse Pins in the main landing gear assembly. The directive aims to prevent potential landing gear collapse during takeoff due to missing or damaged fuse pins.

Aug 2, 2024
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EASA AD CF-2024-23

Fire Protection — Fire Extinguisher — Defective Cargo Fire Extinguisher Bottles

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2024-23 addresses defective cargo fire extinguisher bottles on Airbus Canada Limited Partnership BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11 aircraft. The directive targets specific Low Rate Discharge (LRD) bottles with part numbers 475086-1, 475124-1, and 475087-1 that may have a manufacturing defect causing loss of extinguishing agent. This AD mandates inspection, replacement, and installation restrictions to ensure fire protection system reliability.

Jun 20, 2024
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EASA AD CF-2024-21

SUPERSEDED BY TCCA AD CF-2025-10

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2024-21 addresses flammability non-compliance issues in Environmental Control System (ECS) ducts installed on Airbus Canada Limited Partnership model BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11 aircraft. The directive identifies certain ECS ducts made with non-compliant material APF1180-7781 that fail flammability requirements and mandates inspection and retrofit actions. It also prohibits installation of affected ECS ducts without fire-resistant sleeve assemblies.

Jun 7, 2024
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EASA AD CF-2024-20

Fuel — Engine Feed Check Valve Failures

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2024-20 addresses fuel engine feed check valve failures affecting Airbus Canada Limited Partnership BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11 aircraft models. The directive mandates replacement of left and right engine feed check valves to prevent fuel imbalance and potential loss of fuel flow. It also prohibits dispatching aircraft with either left or right fuel AC boost pump inoperative to mitigate safety risks.

Jun 6, 2024
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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.

May 23, 2024
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EASA AD CF-2023-70

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

The Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2023-70 titled 'Standard Practices/Structures — Verification of Aircraft Repairs and Damage Assessments' applies to Airbus Canada Limited Partnership BD-500-1A11 model aircraft. It mandates a review and disposition of existing structural repairs and damage assessments based on revised operational load data affecting the A220 aircraft. The directive also prohibits the use of certain previously authorized repair data for new structural repairs.

Oct 18, 2023
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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.

Oct 18, 2023
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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.

Oct 10, 2023
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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.

Sep 19, 2023
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EASA AD CF-2023-57

Equipment / Furnishings — Emergency — Replacement and Relocation of the Wardrobe Personal Locator Beacon

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2023-57 addresses the replacement and relocation of the Personal Locator Beacon (PLB) on Airbus Canada Limited Partnership model BD-500-1A11 aircraft, specifically serial numbers 55003 through 55009, 55016, 55034, 55038, 55039, 55041 through 55043, and 55050 through 55055. This directive mandates modifications to the wardrobe area to install a new PLB part number 500-32-2Y-H to enhance safety. The directive is issued under Canadian Aviation Regulation 521.427.

Jul 31, 2023
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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.

Jul 31, 2023
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EASA AD CF-2023-54

SUPERSEDED BY TCCA AD CF-2023-69

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.

Jul 19, 2023
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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.

Jul 13, 2023
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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.

May 9, 2023
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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.

May 5, 2023
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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.

May 5, 2023
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