2 May 2025

✈️New Airworthiness Directive for Bombardier Aircraft Maintenance Compliance

Airworthiness Directives; Bombardier Inc. Airplanes

Summary

The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Bombardier Inc. Model BD-700-1A10 and BD-700-1A11 airplanes. This AD was prompted by a determination that new or more restrictive airworthiness limitations are necessary. This AD requires revising the existing maintenance or inspection program, as applicable, to incorporate new or more restrictive airworthiness limitations. The FAA is issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.

Agencies

  • Transportation Department
  • Federal Aviation Administration

Business Impact ?

$$$ - High

The regulatory text introduces an airworthiness directive (AD) that mandates Bombardier airplane owners to revise maintenance programs, which involves significant compliance costs (estimated at $7,650 per operator). This compliance requirement directly impacts business operation costs and safety protocols for affected aircraft.

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