10 Feb 2025
✈️FAA Issues New Airworthiness Directive for Bombardier Airplanes
Airworthiness Directives; Bombardier, Inc., Airplanes
Summary
The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Bombardier, Inc., Model BD-100-1A10 airplanes. This AD was prompted by uncommanded horizontal stabilizer motion during several in- service events caused by a problem with the trim switch wiring. This AD requires installing the pitch/roll trim switch relays. The FAA is issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.
Agencies
- Transportation Department
- Federal Aviation Administration
Business Impact
$$$ - High
The regulation mandates compliance for Bombardier, Inc. airplane owners, requiring the installation of trim switch relays, impacting operational costs and safety compliance efforts. Non-compliance could lead to severe safety risks, potential loss of control, and regulatory penalties.