EASA Regulations for Bombardier CL-600-2B16

29 airworthiness directives and regulations affecting Bombardier CL-600-2B16.

EASA AD CF-2024-19

Flight Controls — Pitch-up on Landing When Using Thrust Reversers in Partial Flap Configurations

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2024-19 addresses a pitch-up issue on landing when using thrust reversers in partial flap configurations for Bombardier Inc. aircraft models CL-600-1A11, CL-600-2A12, and CL-600-2B16. The directive mandates revisions to the Aircraft Flight Manual (AFM) procedures to mitigate the risk of tail strikes during landing. This AD applies to specific serial number ranges of these Challenger series aircraft.

Jun 7, 2024

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EASA AD CF-2024-16

Time Limits/Maintenance Checks — Airworthiness Limitations

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2024-16 addresses time limits and maintenance checks related to airworthiness limitations for Bombardier Inc. model CL-600-1A11, CL-600-2A12, and CL-600-2B16 aeroplanes, including Challenger 600, 601, 604, 605, and 650 series. This directive mandates compliance with updated or more restrictive maintenance tasks as defined in the Bombardier Time Limits/Maintenance Checks (TLMC) publications approved by Transport Canada Civil Aviation. It ensures continued airworthiness by enforcing mandatory maintenance actions and inspections.

May 24, 2024

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EASA AD CF-2024-09

Oxygen System — Insufficient Accessibility to the Portable Oxygen Bottle

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2024-09 addresses insufficient accessibility to portable oxygen bottles on Bombardier Inc. aeroplanes, specifically models CL-600-1A11, CL-600-2A12, and CL-600-2B16 equipped with Scott (Avox/Zodiac) 5500 or 5600 series 11 cubic foot portable oxygen bottles with certain upper bracket part numbers. The directive ensures that portable oxygen bottles can be easily removed in emergencies by flight attendants. It applies to specific serial numbers of these aircraft models.

Mar 1, 2024

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EASA AD CF-2023-55

Fuel — Fouling Condition between Fuel Scupper Attachment Bolt and Wire Harness

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2023-55 addresses a fuel system safety issue on Bombardier Inc. CL-600-2B16 aircraft, specifically serial numbers 5775 through 5990 and 6050 through 6178. The directive requires inspection and potential repair of electrical wires near the fuel scupper attachment bolts to prevent sparking during refueling. This AD aims to eliminate fire hazards caused by electrical sparks generated from wire insulation damage due to contact with fuel scupper bolts.

Jul 25, 2023

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EASA AD CF-2023-32

Landing Gear — Main Landing Gear Shock Strut Lower Pin Cracking

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2023-32 addresses cracking issues in the main landing gear shock strut lower pin, part number 19146-3, on Bombardier Inc. CL-600-2B16 aircraft with specified serial numbers. The directive mandates inspections, lubrication, and a modification involving replacement of trailing arm bushings and installation of new dynamic joint components. This AD applies to CL-604, CL-605, and CL-650 variants of the CL-600-2B16 series.

May 10, 2023

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EASA AD CF-2023-21

Oxygen — Portable Protective Breathing Equipment (PBE) — Missing PBE in the Forward Area of the Aeroplane

Airworthiness Directive CF-2023-21 addresses the absence of Portable Protective Breathing Equipment (PBE) in the forward area of certain Bombardier Inc. CL-600-2B16 aircraft. This directive mandates inspection and installation of PBE devices marked with Technical Standard Order (TSO) C116 or C116a if missing. The affected aircraft are specific serial numbers of the Bombardier CL-600-2B16 model.

Apr 3, 2023

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EASA AD CF-2023-06

Oxygen System — Passenger Oxygen Mask Lanyard Improper Sleeve Loop Crimping and/or Ends not Sealed

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2023-06 addresses issues with the passenger oxygen mask lanyard assemblies on Bombardier Inc. model CL-600-2B16 aircraft, specifically serial numbers 5702 through 5988. The directive identifies improper sleeve loop crimping and unsealed ends on certain oxygen mask lanyards that could prevent oxygen flow during emergencies. It mandates inspection and, if necessary, replacement of affected lanyards to ensure passenger safety.

Feb 13, 2023

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EASA AD CF-2023-05

Pneumatic — Non-Conforming Bleed Air Leak Detection System Sensing Elements

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2023-05 addresses a safety issue on Bombardier Inc. model CL-600-2B16 aeroplanes, serial numbers 5580 to 5665, 5701 to 5988, and 6050 and subsequent. The directive concerns non-conforming bleed air leak detection system sensing elements that may fail to detect hot bleed air leaks due to insufficient salt fill. This AD mandates testing and replacement of affected sensing elements to ensure continued safe flight and landing.

Feb 13, 2023

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EASA AD CF-2023-01

Flight Controls — Ground Spoilers — Deployment In Air

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2023-01 addresses an issue with Bombardier Inc. model CL-600-2B16 (604 variant) aeroplanes, specifically serial numbers 5301 through 5665, 5701 through 5988, and 6050 through 6174. The directive focuses on preventing ground spoilers from deploying in flight due to faults in the proximity sensor electronic unit (PSEU). It mandates updates to the Airplane Flight Manual to include new procedures for handling ground spoilers and weight-on-wheels input faults.

Jan 12, 2023

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EASA AD CF-2022-50

Oxygen — Passenger Oxygen System — Oxygen Dispensing Unit Lanyards Excessively Long

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2022-50 addresses the issue of excessively long oxygen dispensing unit lanyards in passenger oxygen systems installed on Bombardier Inc. CL-600-1A11, CL-600-2A12, and CL-600-2B16 aircraft models. The directive mandates inspection and replacement of affected mask dispensing units to ensure proper oxygen flow during emergencies. This AD applies to specific serial numbers as identified in the relevant Bombardier service bulletins.

Aug 26, 2022

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EASA AD CF-2020-02R1

Auto Flight System — Airplane Flight Manual Limitations and Procedures — Velocity Decay during Low Level Altitudes Capture in One Engine Inoperative Conditions

The Auto Flight System — Airplane Flight Manual Limitations and Procedures — Velocity Decay during Low Level Altitudes Capture in One Engine Inoperative Conditions is a Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2020-02R1 addressing Bombardier CL-600 series aircraft, specifically models CL-600-1A11, CL-600-2A12, and CL-600-2B16. It focuses on the risk of significant airspeed decay during altitude capture modes (ALTSEL, ASEL, ALTS CAP) when operating with one engine inoperative. The directive mandates updates to the Airplane Flight Manual (AFM) to include new limitations and procedures to mitigate this unsafe condition.

Aug 16, 2022

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EASA AD CF-2022-45

Auto Flight System — Airplane Flight Manual Limitations and Procedures — Velocity Decay during Low Level Altitudes Capture (V) ALTS CAP or (V) ALTV CAP modes in One Engine Inoperative Conditions

Airworthiness Directive CF-2022-45 is issued by Transport Canada and addresses the Auto Flight System limitations and procedures related to velocity decay during low level altitude capture modes (V ALTS CAP or V ALTV CAP) in one engine inoperative conditions. This directive applies specifically to Bombardier Inc. CL-600-2B16 aircraft, serial numbers 5301 through 5665, 5701 through 5988, and 6050 through 6160. It mandates updates to the Airplane Flight Manual (AFM) to ensure safe operation during engine failure scenarios in these flight modes.

Aug 16, 2022

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EASA AD CF-2022-34

Oxygen — Supply System Flexible Oxygen Hose Deterioration Over Time

The Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2022-34 addresses the deterioration over time of flexible oxygen supply hoses in Bombardier Inc. CL-600-2B16 aircraft, specifically serial numbers 5701 to 5990 and 6050 to 6162 with supplemental type certificate SA06-90. The directive identifies oxygen hoses from the O2C20T1 and O2C20T14 series manufactured by O2 Corporation as prone to cracking, brittleness, and breakage, which can cause oxygen leaks and increase fire risk. This directive mandates inspection and replacement of affected hoses to ensure continued safety and compliance.

Jun 21, 2022

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EASA AD CF-2022-10

Equipment / Furnishings — Cockpit Smoke Hood

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2022-10 addresses the installation and use of cockpit smoke hoods on Bombardier Inc. model CL-600-1A11, CL-600-2A12, and CL-600-2B16 aircraft. The directive clarifies that certain smoke hoods installed as part of the interior configuration are not considered required safety equipment and may cause confusion during smoke or fire events. It mandates inspection and removal of these smoke hoods if found installed.

Mar 11, 2022

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EASA AD CF-2021-33

Flight Controls — Rudder Control System — Inspection for Missing Crimping of Rudder Power Control Unit Load Limiter

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2021-33 addresses the inspection and replacement of rudder power control unit (PCU) load limiters on Bombardier CL-600 series aircraft, including models CL-600-1A11, CL-600-2A12, and CL-600-2B16. The directive targets specific serial number ranges and part numbers 600-91302-43 and 600-91302-53 to ensure the integrity of the rudder control system. It mandates visual inspections and functional testing to detect missing crimping on the load limiter end caps, which could impair rudder control.

Oct 14, 2021

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EASA AD US-2021-05-17

ROCKWELL COLLINS - NOT ADOPTED - EASA DECISION ATTACHED - SEE EASA AD 2019-0179R1

The document titled "ROCKWELL COLLINS - NOT ADOPTED - EASA DECISION ATTACHED - SEE EASA AD 2019-0179R1" is a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2021-05-17. It applies to Rockwell Collins Flight Display System Application FDSA-6500 installed on various aircraft including Bombardier CL-600-2B16 (604 variant) and Textron Aviation models 525B, B200 series, B300 series, and C90GTi. The AD addresses a safety issue related to conflicting traffic collision avoidance system (TCAS) indications and alerts during resolution advisory scenarios.

Apr 13, 2021

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EASA AD CF-2021-13

Ice and Rain Protection — Potable Water Line Ribbon Heater Fire Risk

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2021-13 addresses a fire risk related to the potable water line ribbon heater on Bombardier Inc. CL-600-1A11, CL-600-2A12, and CL-600-2B16 aircraft equipped with Cox & Co. 3043 or 3044 series ribbon heaters. The directive mandates inspection and corrective actions to prevent potential onboard fires caused by faulty heater installations. It applies to specific Bombardier aircraft models and aims to enhance safety by mitigating this electrical fire hazard.

Apr 7, 2021

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EASA AD CF-2020-54R1

SUPERSEDED BY TCCA AD CF-2023-32

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2020-54R1 addresses cracking issues in the main landing gear (MLG) shock strut lower pin, part number 19146-3, on Bombardier Inc. model CL-600-2B16 aircraft with specified serial numbers. The directive mandates repetitive lubrication, detailed visual inspections, and non-destructive testing of the affected pins to detect and prevent structural failure. It applies to various CL-600-2B16 variants including CL-604, CL-605, and CL-650 models.

Dec 28, 2020

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EASA AD CF-2020-44

Fuselage — Fuselage Station 559 Circumferential Joint — Interface Metal Chips from Improper Hole Deburring

The Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2020-44 addresses the presence of metal chips caused by improper hole deburring at the fuselage station 559 circumferential joint on certain Bombardier aircraft models. This directive applies to Bombardier CL-600-1A11, CL-600-2A12, and various CL-600-2B16 series aircraft within specified serial number ranges. It mandates inspections to detect and prevent potential structural fatigue due to metallic debris at the joint.

Oct 27, 2020

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EASA AD CF-2020-38

Fuel — Engine and Auxiliary Power Unit Electrical Fuel Pump Cartridge / Canister Fuel Leakage

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2020-38 addresses fuel leakage issues in the engine and auxiliary power unit electrical fuel pump cartridge/canister on Bombardier Inc. CL-600-2B16 aircraft, specifically serial numbers 5301 through 5665, 5701 through 5990, and 6050 through 6163. The directive mandates modifications to the fuel boost pump canister/cartridge conduit connections to eliminate fuel leaks. This replaces previous requirements for periodic fuel leak inspections.

Oct 20, 2020

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