Airworthiness Directives: Airbus Canada Limited Partnership (Type Certificate Previously Held by C Series Aircraft Limited Partnership; Bombardier, Inc.) Airplanes
Summary
The FAA is issuing safety instructions for certain Airbus aircraft (formerly made by Bombardier) to fix potential problems and ensure they remain safe to fly. These directives require airplane manufacturers and operators to inspect and repair specific parts before the planes can continue operating.
Key Points
- 1The FAA has identified a safety concern with Airbus C Series airplanes that requires mandatory inspections and repairs
- 2Airlines and aircraft owners must comply with these airworthiness directives before their planes can fly
- 3The regulation applies to Airbus Canada Limited Partnership, which took over the type certificate for these aircraft from Bombardier
- 4Failure to follow these directives could result in planes being grounded until repairs are completed
- 5The directive was officially published on November 25, 2025, and establishes the timeline and procedures for compliance
Impact Assessment
If you are an aircraft manufacturer or airline operator, this means you must conduct inspections and repairs on specified aircraft components before continuing operations, which requires scheduling maintenance, sourcing parts, and potential flight delays.
National
Significant
Key Dates
November 25, 2025
Regulatory Connections
This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the regulation. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.