AD 2018-26-08
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Airbus | SAS | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus SAS Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
The outer cylinder of a certain ram air turbine (RAT) actuator was not properly deburred in accordance with manufacturing specifications, which caused blockage of the hydraulic circuit by metallic parts, preventing the RAT from extending.
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Required Actions
Replace the affected RAT actuators with serviceable RAT actuators, as specified in EASA AD 2018-0256, and send the inspection results to Airbus SAS.
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Compliance Time
Before further flight
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Affected Aircraft
Airbus SAS Model A320-214, A320-232, A320-233, A321-211 and A321-231 airplanes.
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Retrieved: Apr 4, 2026
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