AD 2014-13-01
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Airbus | Helicopters Model MBB-BK 117 C-2 | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Helicopters Deutschland GmbH (Airbus Helicopters) (Previously Eurocopter Deutschland GmbH) Helicopters |
Unsafe Condition
Detachment of the rescue hoist damper unit from the cable due to improper positioning of the retaining ring, which may occur as a maintenance error or interference with the bonding strap unit during normal use.
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Required Actions
Before the next hoist operation, either repair the hoist damper unit by following specified service information, replace the hoist damper unit with a repaired unit, or deactivate the rescue hoist.
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Compliance Time
Before the next hoist operation
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Affected Aircraft
Airbus Helicopters Model MBB-BK 117 C-2 helicopters with a certain Goodrich rescue hoist damper unit installed.
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Retrieved: Apr 6, 2026
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