AD 2015-12-09
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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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