AD 2019-05-06
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Airbus | Helicopters Deutschland GmbH | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Helicopters Deutschland GmbH Helicopters |
Unsafe Condition
Failure of the internal retaining ring combined with a permanent compression set of the elastomeric energy absorber can cause the separation of the hook from the hoist cable.
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Required Actions
Inspect the hoist cable hook assembly and replace the retaining ring. If the elastomeric energy absorber shows a permanent compression set, replace it.
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Compliance Time
Within 90 hours time-in-service (TIS) and thereafter at intervals not to exceed 180 hours TIS.
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Affected Aircraft
Airbus Helicopters Deutschland GmbH Model EC135P1, EC135P2, EC135P2+, EC135P3, EC135T1, EC135T2, EC135T2+, and EC135T3 helicopters with an external mounted hoist part number (P/N) and hook assembly (hook) P/N shown in Table 1 to paragraph (a) of this AD.
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Retrieved: Apr 6, 2026
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