AD 2023-12-25

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Airworthiness Directives; Survitec Group Limited (RFD Beaufort Ltd.) Life Jackets

AD Number
2023-12-25
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
aircraft
Docket
Docket No. FAA-2023-0666
FR Citation
88 FR 46060

Unsafe Condition

Mismatch of the valise/container description and life jacket type, which could result in incorrect life jackets being provided for passengers, leading to unavailability of a life jacket with correct flotation and possible drowning in the event of a water landing or evacuation.

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Required Actions

Inspect life jackets for a discrepancy (mismatch of the valise/container description and life jacket type). If a discrepancy is found, replace the affected life jackets. Limit the installation of affected parts under certain conditions.

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Compliance Time

Before further flight

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Affected Aircraft

Survitec Group Limited (RFD Beaufort Ltd.) Type 102 Mk 3, 102 Mk 4, and 105 Mk 1 life jackets.

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