Equipment/Furnishings – Escape Slide and Offwing Slide Inflation Reservoir Venting Holes – Inspection / Replacement
Superseded. Comply with 2025-0151R2, which replaces this document.
- Published
- Effective
- Deadline
- Replaces
- 2024-0048
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What to do
Operators of affected Airbus A321NX models must perform a general visual inspection of specified orifice fittings within three months after 1 March 2024, unless exempted by certain production modifications. If discrepancies are found, the affected parts must be replaced before the next flight. From the effective date, installation of affected parts is prohibited. Compliance with Airbus AOT 25N027-23 Revision 01 and Safran SB 005-25-45 and SB 005-25-46 Revision 01 is required.
Summary
EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0057 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus A321-251NX, A321-252NX, A321-253NX, A321-271NX, and A321-272NX aeroplanes. It addresses inspection and replacement requirements for escape slide and offwing slide inflation reservoir venting holes orifice fittings with specific part numbers. The directive ensures continued airworthiness by mandating inspections and corrective actions for affected parts to prevent potential in-flight deployment failures.
What changed
EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0057 supersedes AD 2024-0048 and introduces updated inspection requirements based on revised Safran service bulletins and Airbus alert operators transmission. It expands the list of affected parts and clarifies which parts are exempt from inspection due to production modifications. The directive requires a one-time general visual inspection and replacement of affected orifice fittings if discrepancies are found.
Why it matters
This directive is critical for aviation professionals as it addresses a potential unsafe condition that could lead to non-inflation of escape slides during deployment, risking damage and reduced control of the aircraft. Operators and maintenance organizations must comply to ensure passenger safety and regulatory adherence. Failure to comply could result in operational restrictions or safety incidents related to emergency evacuation systems.
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