EASA Regulations & Airworthiness Directives

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EASA AD CF-2025-47

Sep 12, 2025

Fuel Distribution — Twisted Motive Flow (MF) Flexible Fuel Line

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2025-47 addresses the fuel distribution system on Airbus Canada Limited Partnership (ACLP) aircraft models BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11. It focuses on the twisted Motive Flow (MF) flexible fuel line assemblies installed in the pylon to wing area, which could lead to fuel leaks and fire risks. This directive applies to specific serial numbers of these aircraft models.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus BD-500 (A220 Series)

EASA AD CF-2025-45

Sep 3, 2025

Electrical System Installation — Lavatory A Maintenance Panel — Harnesses Inadequately Secured

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2025-45 addresses electrical system installation issues related to inadequately secured harnesses in the Lavatory A maintenance panel on Airbus Canada Limited Partnership (ACLP) Model BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11 aircraft. This directive updates previous requirements to include additional serial numbers and mandates inspections and corrective actions to prevent chafing and potential fire hazards. It applies to aircraft serial numbers 50001 through 50066 for the BD-500-1A10 and 55001 through 55167 for the BD-500-1A11.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus BD-500 (A220 Series)

EASA AD CF-2023-66R1

Aug 13, 2025

Landing Gear — Main Landing Gear Lower Spindle Pin Corrosion - Inspections

Airworthiness Directive CF-2023-66R1 is issued by Transport Canada and addresses corrosion issues on the main landing gear (MLG) lower spindle pin for Airbus Canada Limited Partnership model BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11 aircraft. The directive mandates inspections, repairs, replacements, and a terminating action involving installation of a new design MLG lower spindle assembly to prevent structural failure. It applies to specific serial numbers of these aircraft models and updates previous directives on the same issue.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus BD-500 (A220 Series)

EASA AD CF-2025-37

Aug 6, 2025

Fuel — Fuel Boost Pump — Loose Fasteners and Missing Brush Seal

Airworthiness Directive CF-2025-37 is issued by Transport Canada and applies to Airbus Canada Limited Partnership model BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11 aircraft. It addresses loose fasteners and missing brush seals on the fuel boost pump canister to wing rib 6 interface, which may cause fuel leaks and corrosion. The directive mandates inspections and corrective actions to ensure continued airworthiness.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus BD-500 (A220 Series)

EASA AD CF-2023-47R1

Jun 11, 2025

Navigation — Minimum Equipment List (MEL) Item Prohibitions in the Presence of 5G C-Band Wireless Broadband Interference

Airworthiness Directive CF-2023-47R1 titled 'Navigation — Minimum Equipment List (MEL) Item Prohibitions in the Presence of 5G C-Band Wireless Broadband Interference' applies to Airbus Canada Limited Partnership aeroplanes Model BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11. This directive addresses operational restrictions related to radio altimeter interference caused by 5G C-Band wireless broadband signals in U.S. airspace. It prohibits certain MEL item dispatches to prevent unsafe conditions during takeoff and landing.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus BD-500 (A220 Series)

EASA AD CF-2025-27

May 22, 2025

Fuselage — Cracks on Aft Wing to Body Fairing Structure

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2025-27 addresses cracks found on the aft wing to body fairing (WTBF) structure of Airbus Canada Limited Partnership (ACLP) Model BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11 aircraft. This directive mandates inspections, load adjustments of tie-rods, and structural reinforcements to prevent loss of WTBF integrity. It applies to specific serial number ranges of these aircraft models.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus BD-500 (A220 Series)

EASA AD CF-2025-14R1

May 13, 2025

Navigation — Minimum Equipment List (MEL) Item Prohibitions when Operating in Canada due to 3.45 to 3.98 GHz frequency band (5G C-Band) Wireless Broadband Interference

Airworthiness Directive CF-2025-14R1 titled 'Navigation — Minimum Equipment List (MEL) Item Prohibitions when Operating in Canada due to 3.45 to 3.98 GHz frequency band (5G C-Band) Wireless Broadband Interference' applies to Airbus Canada Limited Partnership aeroplanes Model BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11. This directive addresses restrictions on operating under certain MEL items due to potential interference from 5G C-Band wireless broadband affecting radio altimeter performance. It aims to ensure safe operation within Canadian airspace considering the 5G spectrum environment.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus BD-500 (A220 Series)

EASA AD CF-2025-25

Apr 30, 2025

Air Conditioning — Integrated Air System Control (IASC) — Cabin Pressure Sensors Drifting

Airworthiness Directive CF-2025-25 is issued by Transport Canada and applies to Airbus Canada Limited Partnership (ACLP) model BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11 aeroplanes. The directive addresses an issue with drifting cabin pressure sensors in the Integrated Air System Control (IASC) units, which can cause cabin altitude overshoots and potentially compromise aircraft structural integrity. It mandates replacement of affected IASCs and operational restrictions until corrective actions are completed.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus BD-500 (A220 Series)

EASA AD CF-2025-24

Apr 30, 2025

Fuel Distribution — Motive Flow Fuel-feed Tubes Damaged at Bonding Clamp and Clamp Block Locations Inside the Fuel Tank

Airworthiness Directive CF-2025-24 addresses damage to motive flow fuel-feed tubes at bonding clamp and clamp block locations inside the fuel tank on Airbus Canada Limited Partnership (ACLP) aircraft models BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11. This directive mandates inspections, operational checks, and replacement of saddle clamps to prevent fuel imbalance issues during flight. It applies to specific serial numbers starting from 50001 for BD-500-1A10 and 55001 for BD-500-1A11 models.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus BD-500 (A220 Series)

EASA AD CF-2025-20

Apr 23, 2025

Pneumatic — Engine Bleed Pressure Regulating Shutoff Valve (PRSOV) Failure

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2025-20 addresses failures of the Pneumatic Engine Bleed Pressure Regulating Shutoff Valve (PRSOV) on Airbus Canada Limited Partnership BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11 aircraft. The directive targets serial numbers 50001 through 50072 for BD-500-1A10 and 55001 through 55271 for BD-500-1A11. It mandates revisions to the Airplane Flight Manual and replacement of the PRSOV with a redesigned part to mitigate risks associated with bleed air leaks.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus BD-500 (A220 Series)

EASA AD CF-2025-18

Mar 24, 2025

Fuselage — Harness Low Clearance Condition in the AFT Fuselage Below Floor

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2025-18 addresses a low clearance condition involving the hydraulic motor pump harness in the aft fuselage below the floor on Airbus Canada Limited Partnership (ACLP) Model BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11 aircraft. This directive mandates modifications to the harness installation to prevent potential chafing and ignition risks. The affected aircraft include serial numbers 50001 through 50065 and 50067 through 50069 for the BD-500-1A10, and serial numbers 55001 through 55230, 55232, 55233, 55235, 55236, 55238, 55240, and 55242 through 55246 for the BD-500-1A11.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus BD-500 (A220 Series)

EASA AD CF-2025-12

Mar 10, 2025

Engine Fuel and Control — Electronic Engine Control (EEC) Software — Deficiency to Detect and Protect against Large Engine Bleed Duct Leak

Airworthiness Directive CF-2025-12 is issued by Transport Canada and addresses a deficiency in the Electronic Engine Control (EEC) software for Pratt & Whitney PW1500G engines on Airbus Canada Limited Partnership BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11 aircraft. The directive mandates updates to the engine EEC software to improve detection and protection against large engine bleed duct leaks that could lead to dual engine failure. It applies to specific serial numbers of these aircraft models.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus BD-500 (A220 Series)

EASA AD CF-2025-11

Mar 10, 2025

Equipment / Furnishings — Overhead Stowage Compartment Tie — Improper Tie Rod Thread Engagement

The Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2025-11 addresses an issue with the overhead stowage compartment tie rods on Airbus Canada Limited Partnership aircraft models BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11. The directive mandates inspection and adjustment of the tie rods to ensure proper thread engagement and structural integrity. This applies to specific serial numbers of these aircraft models to prevent potential safety hazards in the passenger cabin.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus BD-500 (A220 Series)

EASA AD CF-2025-10

Feb 28, 2025

Cargo and Accessory Compartments — Environmental Control System (ECS) Ducts — Flammability Non-Compliance

Airworthiness Directive CF-2025-10 addresses flammability non-compliance of Environmental Control System (ECS) ducts installed in Airbus Canada Limited Partnership model BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11 aeroplanes. The directive focuses on ECS ducts with part numbers D761189-105, D761189-501, and D762232-509, which were manufactured using a material that failed flammability tests. This directive mandates inspections and retrofits to ensure fire protection compliance in cargo and accessory compartments.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus BD-500 (A220 Series)

EASA AD CF-2025-09

Feb 25, 2025

Wings — Discrepant Fasteners at Wing to Fuselage Joint

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2025-09 addresses discrepant fasteners at the wing to fuselage joint on Airbus Canada Limited Partnership (ACLP) aircraft models BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11. The directive identifies incorrect installation of titanium fasteners instead of the specified nickel alloy fasteners at the outer wing box lower skin to centre wing box interface. This AD mandates inspection and corrective actions to ensure structural integrity and safety.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus BD-500 (A220 Series)

EASA SIB CASA-2023-07_02

Feb 5, 2025

Degraded Anti-Skid Performance when Landing on a Contaminated Runway

The Transport Canada Civil Aviation Safety Alert CASA 2023-07 Issue No. 02 addresses degraded anti-skid performance when landing on contaminated runways for Airbus Canada Limited Partnership A220 series aeroplanes, specifically models BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11. The alert highlights the risk of transient locked wheels due to low friction conditions, which can lead to reduced braking effectiveness and directional control issues during landing. It reinforces existing guidance and mitigation measures recommended by Airbus Canada to enhance safety during operations on contaminated surfaces.

Safety Information Bulletin
  • Airbus BD-500 (A220 Series)

EASA AD CF-2025-07

Jan 29, 2025

Flight Controls — Horizontal Stabilizer Trim Actuator (HSTA) — Incorrect Installation of the Interface Pin in the Upper Gimbal

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2025-07 addresses a safety issue in Airbus Canada Limited Partnership aircraft models BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11. The directive concerns the incorrect installation of the interface pin in the upper gimbal of the Horizontal Stabilizer Trim Actuator (HSTA). It mandates inspection and correction to ensure proper mechanical connection of the horizontal stabilizer.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus BD-500 (A220 Series)

EASA AD CF-2025-04

Jan 20, 2025

Superseded by TCCA AD CF-2025-45

The Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2025-04 is a regulatory document addressing electrical wiring issues in the toilet A maintenance panel of Airbus Canada Limited Partnership BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11 aircraft models. It mandates inspections and corrective actions to ensure proper securing and clearance of electrical harnesses near oxygen supply lines to prevent potential fire hazards.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus BD-500 (A220 Series)

EASA AD CF-2024-43

Dec 19, 2024

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks — Airworthiness Limitations

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2024-43 addresses time limits and maintenance checks related to airworthiness limitations for Airbus Canada Limited Partnership (ACLP) aeroplanes, specifically models BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11. This directive mandates compliance with updated airworthiness limitations to ensure continued safe operation of these aircraft. The directive applies to all serial numbers 50001 and subsequent for BD-500-1A10, and 55001 and subsequent for BD-500-1A11.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus BD-500 (A220 Series)

EASA AD CF-2024-37

Nov 5, 2024

Fuel Distribution — Fuel Transfer Valve — Fuel Transfer Float Valve Failed in Closed Position

The Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2024-37 addresses a critical issue with the fuel transfer float valves on Airbus Canada Limited Partnership BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11 aircraft approved for ETOPS operations. This directive mandates the replacement of existing fuel transfer float valves that may fail in the closed position, potentially preventing fuel transfer between the center and wing tanks. The AD aims to ensure safe fuel distribution during extended-range twin-engine operations.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus BD-500 (A220 Series)