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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
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus BD-500 (A220 Series)Airbus Canada BD-500-1A10Airbus Canada BD-500-1A11

EASA AD CF-2024-26

SUPERSEDED BY TCCA AD CF-2025-61

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2024-26 addresses corrosion and wear issues on the slat tracks of Airbus Canada Limited Partnership aeroplanes, specifically models BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11. The directive mandates inspections, cleaning, greasing, and repairs of slat tracks to prevent potential structural damage caused by slat panel loss. It applies to aircraft with serial numbers R50001 and subsequent for BD-500-1A10, and 55001 and subsequent for BD-500-1A11.

Jul 22, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus BD-500 (A220 Series)Airbus Canada Limited Partnership BD-500-1A10Airbus Canada Limited Partnership BD-500-1A11

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
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus BD-500 (A220 Series)Airbus Canada BD-500-1A10Airbus Canada BD-500-1A11

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SUPERSEDED BY TCCA AD CF-2025-10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
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus BD-500 (A220 Series)Airbus Canada BD-500-1A10Airbus Canada BD-500-1A11

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
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus BD-500 (A220 Series)Airbus Canada BD-500-1A10Airbus Canada BD-500-1A11

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
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus BD-500 (A220 Series)Airbus Canada BD-500-1A10Airbus Canada BD-500-1A11

EASA SIB CASA-2024-04

Loose Bolts and Missing Sealant at the Fuel Boost Pump Canister to Wing Rib 6 Interface

Transport Canada Civil Aviation Safety Alert CASA 2024-04 is a safety alert addressing the discovery of loose bolts and missing sealant at the Fuel Boost Pump Canister to Wing Rib 6 interface on Airbus Canada Limited Partnership aeroplanes models BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11. The alert highlights potential risks related to fuel leaks and corrosion due to these issues. It applies to all serial numbers of the affected aircraft models.

May 15, 2024
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus BD-500 (A220 Series)

EASA AD CF-2023-68R1

Stabilizer — Horizontal Stabilizer — Jamming of the Horizontal Stabilizer Trim Actuator

Airworthiness Directive CF-2023-68R1 addresses the jamming issue of the Horizontal Stabilizer Trim Actuator (HSTA) on Airbus Canada Limited Partnership BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11 aircraft. The directive mandates lubrication and inspection procedures to prevent water intrusion and freezing in the HSTA ballscrew assembly, which can cause loss of pitch trim capability. This directive applies to specific serial numbers of the affected models and updates previous requirements.

May 2, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus BD-500 (A220 Series)Airbus Canada BD-500-1A10Airbus Canada BD-500-1A11

EASA AD CF-2024-13

Hydraulic Power — Improperly Torqued Rudder Power Control Unit Hydraulic Fittings

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2024-13 addresses hydraulic power issues related to improperly torqued rudder Power Control Unit (PCU) hydraulic fittings on Airbus Canada Limited Partnership BD-500-1A11 aircraft, specifically serial numbers 55170, 55172, and 55174 through 55183. The directive mandates corrective actions to prevent hydraulic fluid leakage that could lead to loss of hydraulic systems. It applies to these specific aircraft models and serial numbers.

Apr 30, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus BD-500 (A220 Series)Airbus Canada BD-500-1A11

EASA AD CF-2024-08

Doors — Overwing Emergency Exit Door (OWEED) Escape Slide Mechanism — Rigging Pin Left Installed

Airworthiness Directive CF-2024-08 is issued by Transport Canada concerning the Overwing Emergency Exit Door (OWEED) escape slide mechanism on Airbus Canada Limited Partnership (ACLP) Model BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11 aircraft. This directive addresses a safety issue involving rigging pins left installed in the escape slide mechanism that can prevent slide deployment. The directive applies to specific serial numbers of these aircraft models.

Mar 1, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus BD-500 (A220 Series)Airbus Canada Limited Partnership BD-500-1A10Airbus Canada Limited Partnership BD-500-1A11

EASA SIB CASA-2024-01

Incorrectly Installed Outflow Valve Coupling

Transport Canada Civil Aviation Safety Alert CASA 2024-01 is a safety alert addressing the incorrect installation of the outflow valve (OFV) coupling on Airbus Canada Limited Partnership aeroplanes models BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11. The alert highlights that improper installation can damage the OFV coupling attachment points and potentially cause rapid cabin decompression. It provides guidance to owners, operators, and maintainers of these aircraft models to inspect and correct the installation as per Airbus service instructions.

Feb 23, 2024
Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus BD-500 (A220 Series)

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
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus BD-500 (A220 Series)Airbus Canada BD-500-1A11

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
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus BD-500 (A220 Series)Airbus Canada BD-500-1A10Airbus Canada BD-500-1A11

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
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus BD-500 (A220 Series)Airbus Canada BD-500-1A10Airbus Canada BD-500-1A11

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
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus BD-500 (A220 Series)Airbus Canada BD-500-1A10Airbus 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
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus BD-500 (A220 Series)Airbus Canada BD-500-1A11

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
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus BD-500 (A220 Series)Airbus Canada BD-500-1A10Airbus Canada BD-500-1A11

EASA AD CF-2023-59

SUPERSEDED BY TCCA AD CF-2024-20

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2023-59 addresses engine feed check valve failures on Airbus Canada Limited Partnership BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11 aircraft models. The directive mandates replacement of the left and right engine feed check valves to prevent fuel imbalance and potential loss of fuel flow to the engines. This directive is issued under Canadian Aviation Regulation 521.427 and applies to aircraft with serial numbers 50001 and subsequent for BD-500-1A10, and 55001 and subsequent for BD-500-1A11.

Jul 27, 2023
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus BD-500 (A220 Series)Airbus Canada Limited Partnership BD-500-1A10Airbus Canada Limited Partnership BD-500-1A11

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
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus BD-500 (A220 Series)Airbus Canada BD-500-1A10Airbus Canada BD-500-1A11

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
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus BD-500 (A220 Series)Airbus Canada BD-500-1A10Airbus Canada BD-500-1A11