AD 2019-03-12
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Airbus | Helicopters Model EC225LP | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Helicopters |
| aircraft | Bell | Various | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Helicopters |
Unsafe Condition
a jammed bellcrank in a life raft jettison inflation cylinder percussion system (bellcrank). This condition could result in failure of a life raft to release in an emergency and subsequent injury to occupants.
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Required Actions
Before further flight, and thereafter at intervals not to exceed 6 months: (1) Clean each bellcrank and pivot link and inspect each bellcrank hole for corrosion. If there is any corrosion in a bellcrank hole: (i) Remove the corrosion without exceeding a maximum depth of 0.1 millimeter (0.004 inch). (ii) Clean each pivot link using 400-grain abrasive paper. (iii) Apply corrosion protectant (Alodine 1200 or equivalent) to each bellcrank hole. (2) Lubricate each bellcrank hole with grease before assembling the bellcrank.
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Compliance Time
Before further flight, and thereafter at intervals not to exceed 6 months
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Affected Aircraft
Airbus Helicopters Model EC225 LP helicopters with a life raft installed, certificated in any category.
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Retrieved: Apr 6, 2026
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