AD 2011-16-05

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Airworthiness Directives; Eurocopter France Model SA-365N and SA-365N1 Helicopters

AD Number
2011-16-05
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
aircraft
Docket
Docket No. FAA-2011-0791
FR Citation
76 FR 53315

Applicability

TypeManufacturerModelDetails
aircraft Eurocopter France Model SA-365N and SA-365N1 Airworthiness Directives; Eurocopter France Model SA-365N and SA-365N1 Helicopters

Unsafe Condition

High level fuel switch probe unit separation in the rear (right-hand) auxiliary fuel tank group can damage electrical wire insulation, leading to exposure of electrical wires, short circuit, and potential fuel tank explosion.

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Required Actions

Disconnect high level fuel switches on affected helicopters. Install a placard on or near the center console fuel panel for helicopters without a crossfeed between fuel filler necks, specifying fuel transfer limitations.

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Compliance Time

Within 10 hours time-in-service or 30 days, whichever occurs first.

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Affected Aircraft

Eurocopter France Model SA-365N and SA-365N1 helicopters, all serial numbers, except those modified with modification kit 365A087690.00 or modification 0728B17.

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