Equipment / Furnishings — Overwing Emergency Exit Door Escape Line - Inspection / Re-routing
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What to do
Affected operators must inspect the OWEED escape line on the specified BD-500-1A10 aircraft and re-route it if necessary, following Airbus Canada Service Bulletin BD500-256005 Issue 001 or later approved revisions. These actions must be completed within six months from the effective date of 13 September 2022. Operators should coordinate with Transport Canada for any alternative means of compliance if needed.
Summary
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.
What changed
This new Airworthiness Directive introduces a requirement to inspect the routing of the OWEED escape line and to re-route it if found incorrectly installed. It addresses a potential safety issue where the escape line may be inoperable during a ditching event, which was not previously mandated for correction.
Why it matters
This directive is critical for aviation professionals because an improperly routed escape line could hinder passenger evacuation during an emergency ditching, increasing the risk of injury. Operators, maintenance organizations, and compliance teams must ensure the escape line is correctly installed to maintain airworthiness and passenger safety. Compliance with this directive helps prevent operational disruptions and regulatory penalties.
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