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by Tom Fernandez » 18 Aug 2011, 00:19
It's to help the fire service know where they can cut into the aircraft in case the exits aren't operational due to any structural damage. It's guaranteed that cutting through that area won't sever any hydraulic lines, electrical wires, also the fuselage and inner skin of the aircraft is alot thinner there to ensure easy access,
Source: common knowledge.
The Text Says "Cut Here In Emergency" in exactly the place it is seen on your air france there.
Source: I travelled on an Easyjet A319 to Madrid-Barajas yesterday.
regards, Thomas.
Hope this helped.