AD 2011-21-05
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Aviat | Various | Airworthiness Directives; Aviointeriors S.p.A. Passenger Seat 12M Series, Installed on But Not Limited to ATR Model ATR42 Airplanes and Model ATR72 Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Failures of the recline actuator metal fitting have been reported on seat backrests of in-service aircraft.
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Required Actions
Replace all recline actuator metal fittings that have tool marks and re-identify the backrest seat part numbers. Replace backrests before reaching the specified life threshold.
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Compliance Time
Before reaching the specified life threshold for backrests.
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Affected Aircraft
Aviointeriors S.p.A. Passenger Seat 12M Series, part numbers equipped with backrest P/N 313033000000 or 313033100000, installed on ATR Model ATR42-200, -300, -320, -500 airplanes and Model ATR72-101, -201, -102, -202, -211, -212, -212A airplanes.
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