AD 2003-03-06
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Airbus | A330 and A340 | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A330 and A340 Series Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Improper deployment of the escape slide/raft and potential blockage of the door during emergency evacuation.
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Required Actions
Inspect the rail release pins and parachute pins of the escape slide/raft pack assembly for correct installation. Perform corrective actions if necessary. Modify the escape slides/slide rafts on the passenger, crew, and emergency exit doors.
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Compliance Time
Within the compliance time specified in the original AD, with additional modifications completed as per the amendment.
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Affected Aircraft
Airbus Model A330 and A340 series airplanes, as specified in the original AD.
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Retrieved: Apr 6, 2026
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