AD 2002-14-17
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Eurocopter | Deutschland GmbH Model EC135 | Airworthiness Directives; Eurocopter Deutschland GmbH Model EC135 Helicopters |
Unsafe Condition
Fatigue cracks in the main rotor hub shaft that could lead to shaft failure and subsequent loss of control of the helicopter.
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Required Actions
Inspect the main rotor hub shaft visually or using dye-penetrant inspection in a 50mm area for cracks. Replace any cracked shafts. The initial and repetitive inspections remain the same as the existing AD, with the addition of corrected and additional shaft part numbers.
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Affected Aircraft
Eurocopter Deutschland GmbH Model EC135 helicopters, with specific main rotor hub shaft part numbers as listed in the AD.
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Retrieved: Apr 6, 2026
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