AD 2015-02-27
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Airbus | Various | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Helicopters (Previously Eurocopter France) Helicopters |
Unsafe Condition
A cracked main gearbox (MGB) bevel gear vertical shaft, which could result in loss of MGB oil pressure, loss of the MGB lubrication system, and subsequent loss of control of the helicopter.
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Required Actions
Remove certain part-numbered and serial-numbered shafts that are no longer considered airworthy. For certain model helicopters, eddy current inspect the shaft for a crack in the area of the weld before further flight and at specified intervals. For Model EC225LP helicopters, either install a placard and ultrasonic inspect the shaft in the weld area for a crack, or ultrasonic inspect the shaft for a crack in the area of the weld before further flight and at intervals not to exceed 8 hours TIS. If a crack is found, replace the shaft with an airworthy part before further flight.
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Compliance Time
Before further flight and at specified intervals as required.
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Affected Aircraft
Airbus Helicopters (previously Eurocopter France) Model AS332C, AS332L, AS332L1, AS332L2, and EC225LP helicopters.
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Retrieved: Apr 6, 2026
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