AD 2000-06-12
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| engine | Turbomeca | Artouste III Series | Airworthiness Directives; Turbomeca Artouste III Series Turboshaft Engines |
Unsafe Condition
Injection wheel cracks, which could result in an in-flight engine shutdown.
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Required Actions
Inspect for smoke emissions after every ground engine shutdown. If smoke is detected, inspect for fuel flow. If fuel flow is not detected, remove the engine from service. If fuel flow is detected, remove and replace the electric fuel cock.
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Compliance Time
Required as indicated, unless accomplished previously.
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Affected Aircraft
Turbomeca Artouste III B-B1-D series turboshaft engines, installed on but not limited to Eurocopter SA 315 LAMA and SA 316 Alouette III helicopters.
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Retrieved: Apr 6, 2026
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