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EASA Regulations for Airbus Canada BD-500-1A11

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

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SUPERSEDED BY TCCA AD CF-2023-69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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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.

Apr 19, 2023
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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.

Apr 11, 2023
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EASA AD CF-2023-24

SUPERSEDED BY TCCA AD CF-2024-34

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.

Apr 11, 2023
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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.

Mar 6, 2023
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EASA AD CF-2023-08

Equipment / Furnishings — Connector Not To Specification — Emergency Power Supply Unit

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2023-08 addresses a manufacturing defect in the electrical connectors of Emergency Power Supply Units (EPSU) on Airbus Canada BD-500-1A11 aircraft, serial numbers 55071 to 55074. The directive mandates corrective actions to ensure proper connector locking and prevent loss of emergency lighting. This directive applies specifically to certain Airbus Canada Limited Partnership aircraft formerly known as Bombardier Inc. models.

Feb 14, 2023
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EASA AD CF-2023-04

SUPERSEDED BY TCCA AD CF-2023-54

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.

Feb 6, 2023
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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.

Dec 8, 2022
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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.

Nov 24, 2022
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EASA AD CF-2022-64

SUPERSEDED BY TCCA AD CF-2024-36

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.

Nov 18, 2022
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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.

Oct 13, 2022
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EASA AD CF-2021-22R1

SUPERSEDED BY TCCA AD CF-2023-66

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.

May 16, 2022
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EASA AD CF-2022-23

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.

Apr 22, 2022
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EASA AD CF-2022-18

SUPERSEDED BY TCCA AD CF-2022-58

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.

Apr 21, 2022
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