AD 2002-04-07
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Eurocopter | France Model AS350BA and B2 | Airworthiness Directives; Eurocopter France Model AS350BA and B2 Helicopters |
Unsafe Condition
A locking device engaged during flight, causing the collective pitch control to lock in the full-down position and potentially leading to loss of control.
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Required Actions
Replace the existing collective locking device with a newly-designed locking device.
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Compliance Time
Before further flight.
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Affected Aircraft
Eurocopter France Model AS350BA and B2 helicopters modified with a Eurocopter Canada Limited Left-side-Pilot Configuration kit in accordance with Canadian Supplemental Type Certificate SH96-32 or United States STC SR00429 NY.
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