Federal Register #2026-14300

FAA Proposed Inspection and Corrective Action for Bombardier BD-700-2A12 SPDA Protective Film Cover

This opportunity concerns a proposed airworthiness directive (AD) from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for Bombardier BD-700-2A12 airplanes: - Government Buyer: - Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Airworthiness Products Section, Operational Safety Branch - OEM Highlight: - Bombardier, Inc. is the sole Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) involved - Products/Services Requested: - Inspection of No. 1 and No. 2 secondary power distribution assemblies (SPDA) on Bombardier BD-700-2A12 aircraft for the presence of a protective film cover - Corrective action (removal of the film) if found - Applies to 25 U.S.-registered aircraft - No new equipment or parts are being procured; the requirement is for inspection and possible corrective maintenance - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Compliance must follow procedures outlined in Transport Canada AD CF-2025-40 - The directive is prompted by a safety concern that the protective film cover may not have been removed, potentially causing overheating or SPDA failure - Estimated compliance cost is $85 per airplane - Warranty coverage may apply for corrective actions - No specific part numbers for new products are listed; the focus is on inspection and maintenance actions

Description

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) proposes a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Bombardier, Inc., Model BD-700-2A12 airplanes. This AD is prompted by a report that the protective film cover on certain secondary power distribution assemblies (SPDA) might not have been removed, which could impede proper airflow and lead to overheating and potential failure of the SPDA. The directive requires inspection of the SPDA for the presence of the protective film cover and applicable corrective actions. Comments on the proposed AD must be received by August 31, 2026.

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