AD 2001-15-16
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Airbus | A319 | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A319, A320, and A321 Series Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Blockage of the outer door handle flap in an intermediate pushed-in position, which may prevent a passenger door from opening from the inside of the airplane, thereby delaying an emergency evacuation.
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Required Actions
Perform a one-time general visual inspection of the outer handle flap mechanisms of the passenger doors for the presence of corrosion inhibitor and for correct operation; remove any corrosion inhibitor, grease the doors, and check that the flap comes back correctly, flush with the door skin, when the handle is in the closed position.
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Compliance Time
Within 500 flight hours after the effective date of this AD.
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Affected Aircraft
Airbus Model A319, A320, and A321 series airplanes, up to and including manufacturer's serial number (MSN) 1261, certificated in any category.
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Retrieved: Apr 6, 2026
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