EASA AD US-2019-01-08: Superseded by FAA AD 2021-19-15

What to do

Operators of affected Boeing 777-200, -200LR, -300, and -300ER airplanes must complete all required modifications to galley mounted seat fittings within six years from the effective date of March 22, 2019. Compliance must follow the procedures outlined in Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 777-25-0649, Revision 1. Requests for alternative methods of compliance can be submitted to the FAA if modifications have been altered or updated.

Summary

FAA Airworthiness Directive 2019-01-08 is a final rule addressing certain Boeing 777-200, -200LR, -300, and -300ER series airplanes. It mandates modifications to galley-mounted flight attendant seat fittings due to identified non-compliance issues that could cause seat failure in high-G crash conditions. This directive aims to enhance flight attendant safety and ensure their ability to assist in passenger evacuation.

What changed

This new airworthiness directive introduces a requirement for modifying galley attendant seat fittings on specified Boeing 777 models. It addresses previously reported non-compliance in seat installations that could lead to failure during crash scenarios. The directive incorporates Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 777-25-0649, Revision 1, dated October 6, 2017, as the basis for required modifications.

Why it matters

This directive is critical for aviation professionals because it mitigates the risk of flight attendant injury and potential evacuation delays caused by seat failures in high-G crashes. Operators and maintenance organizations must ensure compliance to maintain aircraft airworthiness and passenger safety. Failure to comply could result in regulatory penalties and increased safety risks during emergency situations.

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