AD 2017-03-01
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Airbus | Various | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Helicopters Deutschland GmbH (Previously Eurocopter Deutschland GmbH) Helicopters |
Unsafe Condition
Loose flight control bearings due to incorrect installation, which could result in the affected control lever shifting and contacting the helicopter structure, reducing control of the helicopter.
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Required Actions
Inspect flight control bearings, replace any loose bearing with an airworthy flight control bearing, and install bushings and washers.
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Compliance Time
Within 100 hours time-in-service or at the next annual inspection, whichever occurs first.
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Affected Aircraft
Airbus Helicopters Deutschland GmbH (previously Eurocopter Deutschland GmbH) Model EC135 and MBB-BK 117 C-2 helicopters, as recommended by the appropriate ECD Alert Service Bulletin (ASB).
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