AD 2022-18-08
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Airbus | SAS | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus SAS Airplanes |
| aircraft | Aviat | Various | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus SAS Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
The vertical stop support fitting (VSSF) of certain captain's, first officer's, and third occupant's seats could fail, leading to flight deck seat failure and unexpected seat movement under certain loading conditions, possibly resulting in flightcrew injury and reduced control of the airplane.
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Required Actions
Modifying or replacing each affected seat, as specified in EASA AD 2022-0014, and limiting the installation of affected seats under certain conditions.
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Compliance Time
Within 50 flight hours
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Affected Aircraft
All Airbus SAS Model A350-941 and -1041 airplanes, certificated in any category.
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Retrieved: Apr 6, 2026
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