Airworthiness DirectiveEASA AD US-2021-19-15

Equipment / Furnishings - Galley Mounted Attendant Seat Fittings - Modification

Published: Jan 10, 2022
Effective: Jan 19, 2022
Deadline: Jan 19, 2022
Replaces: 2019-01-08

Boeing 777 200 200LR 300 300ER

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What to do

Operators of affected Boeing 777-200, -200LR, -300, and -300ER airplanes must perform the required modifications to the galley mounted attendant seat fittings in accordance with Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 777-25-0649, Revision 2. Compliance must be achieved by January 19, 2022, the effective date of the directive. Stakeholders should also review alternative methods of compliance procedures if necessary and ensure all maintenance personnel are informed of the updated requirements.

Summary

Airworthiness Directive 2021-19-15 is a final rule issued by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) addressing certain Boeing 777-200, -200LR, -300, and -300ER series airplanes. This directive mandates modifications to galley mounted attendant seat fittings to correct non-compliance issues found in some in-service installations. The directive aims to enhance flight attendant safety by ensuring seat fittings can withstand high-G crash conditions.

What changed

This directive supersedes Airworthiness Directive 2019-01-08 and expands the applicability to include additional Boeing 777 airplanes. It continues to require modifications to galley mounted attendant seat fittings as specified in Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 777-25-0649, Revision 2. The directive also clarifies compliance requirements and removes the reporting obligation previously included in the service bulletin.

Why it matters

This directive is critical for aviation professionals because non-compliant galley attendant seat fittings could fail during a high-G crash, potentially injuring flight attendants and impairing their ability to assist with passenger evacuation. Operators and maintenance organizations must ensure compliance to maintain safety standards and regulatory adherence. Failure to comply could result in increased risk during emergency situations and regulatory penalties.

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