AD 2015-12-09

final rule
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Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Helicopters Deutschland GmbH (Previously Eurocopter Deutschland GmbH) (Airbus Helicopters)

AD Number
2015-12-09
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
aircraft
Docket
Docket No. FAA-2014-0577
FR Citation
80 FR 34831

Applicability

TypeManufacturerModelDetails
aircraft Airbus Helicopters Model EC135P1 Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Helicopters Deutschland GmbH (Previously Eurocopter Deutschland GmbH) (Airbus Helicopters)

Unsafe Condition

Loose attachment hardware between the Smart Electro Mechanical Actuator (SEMA) and a control rod, which could result in loss of the control axis and subsequent loss of control of the helicopter.

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Required Actions

Inspect certain washers for movement in the attachment hardware connecting the SEMA and the control rod. If washers move, replace the four screws, install two additional washers, and torque-tighten the screws.

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Compliance Time

Within 50 flight hours

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Affected Aircraft

Airbus Helicopters Model EC135P1, EC135T1, EC135P2, EC135T2, EC135P2+, EC135T2+, and MBB-BK 117 C-2 helicopters, certificated in any category.

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