AD 2002-08-16
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Eurocopter | France Model SA341G, SA342J, and SA-360C | Airworthiness Directives; Eurocopter France Model SA341G, SA342J, and SA-360C Helicopters |
Unsafe Condition
Failure of the main rotor head torsion tie bar, leading to loss of a main rotor blade and subsequent loss of control of the helicopter.
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Required Actions
Replace each affected unairworthy main rotor head torsion tie bar with an airworthy tie bar. Revise the limitations section of the maintenance manual by adding and further reducing the life limit for certain tie bars.
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Compliance Time
Before further flight
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Affected Aircraft
Eurocopter France Model SA341G, SA342J, and SA-360C helicopters with affected main rotor head torsion tie bars.
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