EASA AD G-2022-0007
Doors — Emergency Exit — Functional Check
Summary
Civil Aviation Authority Airworthiness Directive G-2022-0007 is a regulatory document addressing Airbus A320-214 and A320-251N aircraft modified with VIP cabin interiors by STC Twenty One Limited. The directive mandates a functional check of the overwing emergency exit slide release mechanism due to potential mechanical interference affecting slide deployment.
What Changed
This new Airworthiness Directive introduces a requirement for operators of affected Airbus A320 aircraft modified by specific STC Twenty One Limited changes to perform a functional check of the emergency exit slide release levers. It also requires reporting the results to the manufacturer and taking corrective action if any operational difficulty is found.
Why It Matters
This directive is critical for aviation professionals because it addresses a safety risk where the emergency escape slide may fail to deploy automatically due to mechanical interference. Operators and maintenance teams must ensure compliance to maintain aircraft airworthiness and passenger safety, preventing potential emergency evacuation failures.
What To Do
Operators must perform the functional check described in STC Twenty One Limited Service Bulletin S21.SB-0193 within one month of the directive's effective date, 26 April 2022. If any difficulty with the slide release levers is detected, corrective actions must be taken before the next flight. Additionally, the results of the check must be reported to STC Twenty One Limited via email.
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