Federal Register #2026-08291

FAA Proposed Airworthiness Directive for Bombardier BD-700-2A12 Fastener Inspection

This opportunity involves a proposed airworthiness directive (AD) from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), part of the Department of Transportation, targeting Bombardier, Inc. Model BD-700-2A12 airplanes: - Government Buyer: - Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of Transportation - Aircraft Certification Service, Airworthiness Products Section - OEMs and Vendors: - Bombardier, Inc. (primary OEM for affected aircraft) - Products/Services Requested: - General visual inspection (GVI) of slat 2 cove rib 6 bracket fasteners on Bombardier BD-700-2A12 airplanes - Includes torque verification (20-25 lbf in.), damage inspection, repair, or replacement of fasteners as needed - Applies to 36 U.S.-registered aircraft - No specific part numbers for fasteners; compliance is based on Transport Canada AD CF-2025-46 - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Compliance with Transport Canada AD CF-2025-46 procedures and FAA-specific exceptions - Coordination with FAA or Transport Canada for alternative methods of compliance - Focus on maintaining structural integrity and safety margins due to reports of missing or under-torqued fasteners - Place of Performance/Delivery: - FAA offices in Westbury, NY; Des Moines, WA; Fort Worth, TX; and Washington, DC - No specific delivery site for products, as this is a maintenance and compliance action

Description

The FAA proposes a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Bombardier, Inc., Model BD-700-2A12 airplanes due to reports of missing or under torqued fasteners on the slat 2 cove rib 6 brackets. The AD requires a general visual inspection of affected fasteners to verify installation and to perform applicable on-condition actions such as torque checks, damage inspections, repairs, or replacement of fasteners. The goal is to address the unsafe condition that could lead to loss of load carrying capabilities and reduced safety margins. Comments on the proposed AD are due by June 15, 2026.

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