AD 2012-17-03
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Eurocopter | France | Airworthiness Directives; Eurocopter France Helicopters |
Unsafe Condition
Unprotected forward (pitch) servo-control hydraulic hoses, which could become damaged and leak hydraulic fluid that could ignite in flight.
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Required Actions
Within 30 days, install sleeve P/N 706A34-402-225 over hydraulic hose P/N 704A34-412-033 and sleeve P/N 706A34-402-224 over hydraulic hose P/N 704A34-412-035 in accordance with Eurocopter Alert Service Bulletin No. 29.00.13. Do not install an affected hydraulic hose on any helicopter without a sleeve.
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Compliance Time
Within 30 days
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Affected Aircraft
Eurocopter France Model AS350B, AS350BA, AS350D, AS350B1, AS350B2, and AS350B3 helicopters with a single hydraulic power system and either hydraulic hose part number (P/N) 704A34-412-033 or P/N 704A34-412-035 installed. Helicopters modified in accordance with modification 074238 are excluded.
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