AD 2024-23-09
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Airbus | SAS | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus SAS Airplanes |
| aircraft | Aviat | Various | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus SAS Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
blocked venting holes on the orifice fitting on an escape slide's inflation reservoir, which could, in combination with a slide reservoir pressure loss, result in deployment in flight of a non-inflated slide, possibly resulting in damage to, and reduced control of, the airplane.
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Required Actions
perform a general visual inspection of affected parts (certain reservoirs having certain orifices) for discrepancies (the presence of ``Dykem'' material on the orifice fitting) and replacement of discrepant affected parts, and prohibit installing affected parts.
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Compliance Time
Within 50 flight hours
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Affected Aircraft
Airbus SAS Model A321-251NX, -252NX, -253NX, -271NX, and -272NX airplanes.
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Retrieved: Apr 4, 2026
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