Airbus Planes Need Lavatory Wire Safety Inspections
Published Date: 3/27/2026
Rule
Summary
If you own or operate certain Airbus Canada BD-500 airplanes, heads up! The FAA found some electrical wiring in the lavatory that’s not quite right and could be unsafe. Starting May 1, 2026, you’ll need to inspect and fix any wiring problems to keep flights safe—no big money hits expected, just some careful checking and repairs.
Analyzed Economic Effects
3 provisions identified: 0 benefits, 3 costs, 0 mixed.
Potential On-Condition Repair Costs
If damage or incorrect installation is found, the FAA estimates on-condition repairs would take 3 work-hours and parts costing $4,935 for an estimated total of $5,190 per airplane for the repair. The FAA did not specify how many aircraft will need these on-condition actions.
Mandatory Lavatory Wiring Inspection
If you own or operate Airbus Canada Model BD-500-1A10 or BD-500-1A11 airplanes, you must inspect the sleeve and electrical harness in lavatory A for chafing damage and incorrect installation and do any required repairs. This requirement follows Transport Canada AD CF-2025-45 and is effective May 1, 2026.
Estimated Direct Compliance Cost
The FAA estimates the required inspection will take 3 work-hours at $85 per hour, for a direct cost of $255 per airplane. The AD affects 83 U.S.-registered airplanes, giving an estimated total direct cost to U.S. operators of $21,165.
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