AD 2021-15-13
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Airbus | SAS | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus SAS Airplanes |
| aircraft | Aviat | Various | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus SAS Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
missing or disbonded pressure seals on two thrust reverser (TR) translating cowls, which could lead to loss of thrust at maximum continuous thrust or at takeoff/go-around, possibly resulting in substantially reduced performance of the airplane.
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Required Actions
a one-time inspection of each thrust reverser for damage, seal bonding rework, and replacement of translating cowl pressure seals if necessary, as specified in EASA AD 2021-0035.
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Compliance Time
Within 50 flight hours
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Affected Aircraft
All Airbus SAS Model A330-841 and -941 airplanes, certificated in any category.
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Retrieved: Apr 4, 2026
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