AD 2019-03-03
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Airbus | SAS | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus SAS Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
The blockage of AoA probes could lead to undue activation of the AoA protection, reverting to manual control of the airplane, which, under specific circumstances, could result in reduced control of the airplane.
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Required Actions
All ELAC units must be upgraded with new software, or replaced with upgraded units. The data-loadable ELAC unit is checked by two different means: by the line replaceable unit (LRU) identification and either the label call up or the Alpha Call Up ELA 1 and ELA 2 (if available).
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Compliance Time
Within 36 months after the effective date of this AD
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Affected Aircraft
All Airbus SAS Model A318 series; Model A319 series; Model A320 series; and Model A321-111, -112, -131, -211, -212, -213, -231, and -232 airplanes.
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Retrieved: Apr 4, 2026
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