AD 2012-14-05
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Airbus | A318 | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Deformation of the PTFE ball guide strip of the release cable, Part Number L32A319-160-001, could result in insufficient cable travel to open the valve, reducing gas flow to the off-wing slide and preventing slide inflation.
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Required Actions
Inspect the off-wing slide release cables on the left- and right-hand sides to determine if part number L32A319-160-001 is installed. Replace any cables with P/N L32A319-160-001 with new cables having P/N L32A320-180 before further flight.
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Compliance Time
Within 36 months after the effective date of this AD
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Affected Aircraft
All Airbus Model A318, A319, and A320 series airplanes, all serial numbers.
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Retrieved: Apr 6, 2026
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