Opportunity
Federal Register #2026-05984
FAA Airworthiness Directive for Airbus Canada BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11 Aircraft Electrical Harness Inspection
Buyer
FAA
Posted
March 27, 2026
Identifier
2026-05984
NAICS
811219, 811210
This regulatory action from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) addresses safety concerns for Airbus Canada BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11 airplanes: - Government Buyer: - Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of Transportation - Airworthiness Products Section, Operational Safety Branch - OEMs and Vendors: - Airbus Canada Limited Partnership (primary OEM) - C Series Aircraft Limited Partnership (CSALP) and Bombardier, Inc. (previous type certificate holders) - Products/Services Requested: - Inspection and corrective actions for electrical system harnesses in lavatory A on affected aircraft - Applies to 83 U.S.-registered airplanes - Includes inspection for chafing damage and incorrect installation, repair as needed, and installation of tie-down straps - No specific part numbers or products are being procured; this is a mandated safety action - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Compliance with procedures outlined in Transport Canada AD CF202545 - Focus on electrical harness routing and clearance from oxygen supply lines to prevent fire risk - Operators must follow FAA and Transport Canada inspection and repair protocols - This is a regulatory directive, not a procurement or contract opportunity.
Description
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is issuing a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Airbus Canada Limited Partnership Model BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11 airplanes. This AD addresses an unsafe condition discovered on the production line where electrical system harnesses in lavatory A had reduced bend radii, were not properly secured, and did not maintain required clearance from an oxygen supply line. The directive mandates inspection of the sleeve and electrical harness for chafing damage and incorrect installation, along with applicable on-condition corrective actions to prevent potential fire hazards. The AD becomes effective May 1, 2026.