AD 2002-12-03
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Eurocopter | France Model AS332L2 | Airworthiness Directives; Eurocopter France Model AS332L2 Helicopters |
Unsafe Condition
In-service damage to main rotor shaft non-rotating scissors attachment hinges can cause friction on non-rotating scissors, leading to failure of the swashplate and loss of main rotor pitch control, resulting in loss of control of the helicopter.
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Required Actions
Remove the main rotor shaft non-rotating scissors from the swashplate balljoint. Inspect for friction or play in the hinges between the two links of the non-rotating scissors or between the non-rotating scissors link and the flared housing. Replace the non-rotating scissors if necessary.
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Compliance Time
Before further flight
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Affected Aircraft
Eurocopter France Model AS332L2 helicopters
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Retrieved: Apr 6, 2026
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