AD 2021-10-25
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Airbus | Helicopters Model EC130B4 and EC130T2 | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Helicopters |
| aircraft | Aviat | Various | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Helicopters |
Unsafe Condition
geometrical non-conformities of the tail rotor blades, which could lead to crack initiation and consequent blade failure, and possible loss of control of the helicopter.
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Required Actions
cleaning affected parts, visual and dye penetrant inspections for cracks of affected parts, a dimensional inspection to verify conformity of affected parts, and corrective actions if necessary, as specified in EASA AD 2020-0187.
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Compliance Time
Within 50 flight hours
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Affected Aircraft
Airbus Helicopters Model EC130B4 and EC130T2 helicopters, with a tail rotor blade, obtained by forging, part number 350A33-3002-02, 350A33-3002-03, 350A33-3002-04, or 350A33-3002-05 installed.
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Retrieved: Apr 6, 2026
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