COVID-19 disinfectant procedures

Effectivity: Learjet, Challenger, Global series aircraft 

ATA 25 

By: Michael Zerczy – Technical Services

Bombardier would like to inform crews, maintenance personnel and operators that the Interior Grooming Guide provided at delivery of the aircraft, gives detailed instructions on products that should be used on the interior of the aircraft.  It is important for all personnel to carefully follow the instructions of the Bombardier Aviation Grooming Guide for cleaning of the cabin onboard the various aircraft types. 

Never use any corrosive products to clean the surfaces. These products can cause corrosion and damage the surfaces. See examples below: 

It is important to note that varnish, wood, laminates, fabrics, and leather can be very sensitive to external contaminants. Plated parts are subject to corrosion when cleaned with chlorine, sulfates, nitrates or organic products. 

AW (Advisory Wire) AW7000-25-0001 (2019 Novel Coronavirus, COVID 19) was created to provide guidance on cabin disinfection during the pandemic. 

The list of disinfectant products as stated in the AW does not constitute an endorsement by Bombardier. Although these types of disinfectant products have been effective in past applications, these products may have unintended effects on delicate materials used throughout the interior of business aircraft. 

Care should be taken to not induce any damage through the application of these products. As stated in the AW, Bombardier recommends that these products are applied in accordance with the Bombardier Aviation Interior Grooming Guide & Avionics manufacturer recommendations and tested on inconspicuous areas of these soft goods material prior to widespread application throughout the aircraft interior. 

When using disinfectants on the aircraft interior, effort should always be taken to use the highest dilution possible in order to achieve the desired effect while minimizing the risk of damage.  Bombardier recommends ensuring that no trace of disinfectant is left on interior surfaces by cleaning after disinfection per the grooming guide. 

While these procedures are offered in good faith, it is the operator’s responsibility to use all precaution necessary while grooming and disinfecting their aircraft. No responsibility will be accepted for claims arising from the procedures suggested in the Advisory Wire.