AD 2016-07-29
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Airbus | Helicopters Model EC225LP | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Helicopters (Previously Eurocopter France) Helicopters |
Unsafe Condition
Reports of in-flight losses of hydraulic pressure due to significant tears on the protection sheath of MGB hydraulic flexible hoses manufactured by TECALEMIT, which could lead to simultaneous left-hand and right-hand hydraulic system leakage, loss of the hydraulic system, and consequently, loss of helicopter control.
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Required Actions
Inspect each TECALEMIT flexible hydraulic hose installed in the main gearbox (MGB) compartment. Replace the hose if a crack, cut, or other damage exists that allows visibility of the metal braid underneath. If damage exists on the right-hand hydraulic system that does not allow visibility of the metal braid, replace the hose within 300 hours time-in-service (TIS). If damage exists on the left-hand hydraulic system that does not allow visibility of the metal braid, replace the hose within 600 hours TIS.
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Compliance Time
Before further flight for hoses with visible metal braid damage; within 300 hours TIS for right-hand system damage without visible metal braid; within 600 hours TIS for left-hand system damage without visible metal braid.
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Affected Aircraft
Airbus Helicopters (previously Eurocopter France) Model EC225LP, AS332C, AS332L, AS332L1, and AS332L2 helicopters with a TECALEMIT MGB hose installed.
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Retrieved: Apr 6, 2026
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