AD 2016-19-06
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Airbus | A330-200 | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Damage to the aspirator on certain escape slides, due to incorrect packing during overhaul, may affect the air inlet end by permanently deforming it or causing cracks in the supply line to the aspirator nozzle, potentially leading to failure to inflate the escape slide during an emergency.
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Required Actions
Inspect the part number and serial number of certain escape slides on the left and right sides of the airplane. Replace the escape slides if necessary.
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Compliance Time
Before further flight
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Affected Aircraft
Airbus Model A330-200, Model A330-300, Model A340-200, and Model A340-300 series airplanes, excluding those with optional Airbus mod 40161.
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Retrieved: Apr 6, 2026
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