Cockpit Switch Flipped Wrong? FAA Demands Quick Fix
Published Date: 5/14/2025
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Summary
The FAA is making sure certain MHI RJ Aviation airplanes have their cockpit voice recorder switches installed the right way. Pilots and maintenance crews need to check that the switch faces forward and fix it if it doesn’t. This quick fix keeps flights safe and avoids costly problems down the line.
Analyzed Economic Effects
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CVR Switch Orientation Check
This rule requires inspection of the cockpit voice recorder (CVR) impact switch installation on all MHI RJ Aviation ULC airplanes Model CL-600-2C10, CL-600-2C11, CL-600-2D15, CL-600-2D24, and CL-600-2E25 to confirm the reset switch faces forward, and requires applicable on-condition corrective actions as specified in the Transport Canada airworthiness directive that is incorporated by reference.
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