Federal Register #2026-11976

FAA Directive: Seat Frame Modification for Bombardier BD-700 Series Aircraft

This opportunity concerns a new airworthiness directive (AD) issued by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for Bombardier BD-700 series airplanes. - Government Buyer: - Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), United States Department of Transportation - OEMs Mentioned: - Bombardier, Inc. (primary OEM for affected aircraft) - Airbus SAS (mentioned in related AD, not the focus of this procurement) - Rolls-Royce Deutschland (mentioned in related AD, not the focus of this procurement) - Products/Services Requested: - Modification of seat frame assemblies on Bombardier BD-700-1A10, BD-700-1A11, and BD-700-2A12 airplanes - Application of Loctite to non-locking fastener joints - Installation of new hardware (screws) - Work to be performed as specified in Transport Canada AD CF-2025-41 - Estimated 42 U.S.-registered airplanes affected - Up to 34 work-hours and parts costing up to $3,024 per airplane - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Compliance with Transport Canada AD CF-2025-41 procedures - Focus on restoring integrity of safety equipment (lap belts, seat backrest locking mechanisms) - No specific part numbers provided - No unique administrative or procedural requirements beyond technical compliance

Description

The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Bombardier, Inc., Model BD-700-1A10, BD-700-1A11, and BD-700-2A12 airplanes. This AD was prompted by reports that certain seat frames were assembled without applying Loctite in certain locations of concern. The AD requires modification to the non-locking fastener joints of the seat frame assembly to address the unsafe condition. The FAA is issuing this AD to ensure the structural integrity of safety equipment such as lap belts and seat backrest locking mechanisms.

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