AD 2014-16-24
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Airbus | Various | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Helicopters Deutschland GmbH (Previously Eurocopter Deutschland GbmH) (Airbus Helicopters) Helicopters |
Unsafe Condition
Cracking on the upper and lower main rotor hub (MRH) shaft flanges, which if not corrected, could result in failure of the MRH and subsequent loss of control of the helicopter.
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Required Actions
Before further flight and at specified intervals (50 flight hours), check and inspect the upper and lower MRH shaft flanges for cracks. Replace the MRH shaft if a crack is found.
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Compliance Time
Before further flight
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Affected Aircraft
Airbus Helicopters Deutschland GmbH (previously Eurocopter Deutschland GmbH) Model EC135P1, EC135P2, EC135P2+, EC135T1, EC135T2, and EC135T2+ helicopters.
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