AD 2017-12-04
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Airbus | Helicopters Model SA341G and SA342J | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Helicopters |
Unsafe Condition
Excessive hardness of the landing gear rear crosstube material, combined with inter-granular corrosion initiation, may affect the structural integrity of the crosstube, leading to crosstube failure and potential helicopter dropping or tipping over.
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Required Actions
Within 25 hours time-in-service, inspect each crosstube with part-number 341A415201.00, 341A415201.01, or 341A415201.02 to determine if the metal is coated and remove all coating. Inspect the hardness of the crosstube and replace it if it does not meet the specified hardness criteria. Amend the rotorcraft flight manual and install a placard prohibiting autorotation landing training and run-on landing training.
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Compliance Time
Within 25 hours time-in-service
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Affected Aircraft
Airbus Helicopters Model SA341G and SA342J helicopters with landing gear rear crosstubes part-numbered 341A415201.00, 341A415201.01, or 341A415201.02.
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