AD 2000-26-12
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Eurocopter | Deutschland GmbH Model EC135 P1 and EC135 T1 | Airworthiness Directives; Eurocopter Deutschland GmbH Model EC135 P1 and EC135 T1 Helicopters |
Unsafe Condition
Tail rotor drive shaft Thomas coupling contacting and chafing the hydraulic line shielding hose, potentially leading to hose damage, hydraulic fluid leakage, and inflight fire.
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Required Actions
Inspect the hydraulic line shielding hose within 50 hours time-in-service. Replace any damaged hose with an airworthy one within 25 hours TIS. Install a nylon cable tie to increase clearance between the drive shaft and the hose.
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Compliance Time
Within 50 hours time-in-service
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Affected Aircraft
Eurocopter Deutschland GmbH Model EC135 P1 and EC135 T1 helicopters, serial numbers 0005 through 0094, with hydraulic line shielding hose DN 56 (part number L290M20X1 001) installed.
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Retrieved: Apr 6, 2026
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