AD 2021-16-05
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Airbus | Helicopters Model AS332L2 and Model EC225LP | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Helicopters |
| aircraft | Aviat | Various | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Helicopters |
Unsafe Condition
Failure of the main rotor system, which would result in loss of control of the helicopter.
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Required Actions
Replacing certain second stage planet gear assemblies, removing certain epicyclic modules, installing a full flow magnetic plug (FFMP), revising the existing rotorcraft flight manual (RFM) for your helicopter, repetitively inspecting the main gearbox (MGB) particle detectors, repetitively inspecting the MGB oil filter and oil cooler, and corrective action if necessary, as specified in a European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) AD.
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Compliance Time
Before further flight
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Affected Aircraft
All Airbus Helicopters Model AS332L2 and EC225LP helicopters.
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Retrieved: Apr 4, 2026
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