AD 2012-26-10

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Airworthiness Directives; Eurocopter France Helicopters

AD Number
2012-26-10
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
aircraft
Docket
Docket No. FAA-2012-0632
FR Citation
78 FR 1739

Applicability

TypeManufacturerModelDetails
aircraft Eurocopter France Airworthiness Directives; Eurocopter France Helicopters

Unsafe Condition

Corrosion on the main gearbox (MGB) casing lower area between the servo-control anchoring ribs, caused by sealing compound on the lower part of the fitting/casing attachment.

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Required Actions

Inspect portions of the main gearbox (MGB) for the presence of sealing compound and corrosion. Remove any sealing compound and inspect the anchoring fittings for corrosion. Repair any corrosion found. Apply touch-up protective treatment and renew any damaged sealing compound bead if no corrosion is found.

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Compliance Time

Within 30 hours time in service (TIS)

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Affected Aircraft

Eurocopter France helicopters: Model SA-365N, SA-365N1, AS-365N2, AS 365 N3, EC 155B, EC155B1, SA-366G1, SA-365C, SA-365C1, and SA-365C2, certificated in any category.

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