Equipment / Furnishings — Pilot Seat Belt Nuts — Inspection / Replacement
- Published
- Effective
- Deadline
- Replaces
- 2020-0168
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What to do
Operators of affected Dassault Mystère-Falcon 900, Falcon 900EX, Falcon 2000, and Falcon 2000EX aircraft must perform a detailed inspection of the pilot seat belt nuts within 60 days or 30 flight hours after 2020-08-10, whichever is later. Any deficiencies found must be corrected before the next flight. Additionally, all affected parts must be replaced with serviceable parts within 72 months or 3,750 flight cycles from the effective date if not already done.
Summary
EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0168R1 is an updated regulatory requirement addressing the inspection and replacement of pilot seat belt nuts on Dassault Mystère-Falcon 900, Falcon 900EX, Falcon 2000, and Falcon 2000EX aircraft. The directive mandates detailed inspections and corrective actions for seat belt attaching point nuts with Part Number 142 series to ensure flight crew safety. It applies to specific manufacturer serial numbers as identified in Dassault service bulletins.
What changed
EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0168R1 revises the original AD 2020-0168 by correcting paragraph (3) and removing an erroneous reference in paragraph (4). It maintains the requirement for a one-time detailed inspection and replacement of affected seat belt nuts but clarifies compliance instructions and removes previous inconsistencies.
Why it matters
This directive is critical for aviation professionals as it addresses a safety risk involving loose or missing nuts on pilot and co-pilot seat belt attachments, which could lead to seat belt detachment during turbulence or emergency landings. Compliance ensures continued airworthiness and crew safety, preventing potential injuries. Operators and maintenance teams must integrate these inspections and replacements into their maintenance programs to meet regulatory requirements.
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