AD 2016-20-04
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Airbus | Helicopters Model SA341G and SA342J | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Helicopters |
Unsafe Condition
Failure of the landing gear rear crosstube due to excessive hardness and inter-granular corrosion initiation, which could result in dropping or tipping of the helicopter.
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Required Actions
Prohibit autorotation training flights by amending the RFM and installing a placard. Within 25 hours time-in-service (TIS), inspect the hardness of the crosstube and replace it if it does not meet the hardness criteria. Remove the placard and RFM amendment after confirming the crosstube meets the hardness criteria.
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Compliance Time
Before further flight and within 25 hours TIS.
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Affected Aircraft
Airbus Helicopters Model SA341G and SA342J with crosstube part numbers 341A415201.00 or 341A415201.01.
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Retrieved: Apr 4, 2026
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