AD 2022-10-09

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Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Helicopters

AD Number
2022-10-09
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
aircraft
Docket
Docket No. FAA-2022-0517
FR Citation
87 FR 32969

Applicability

TypeManufacturerModelDetails
aircraft Airbus Helicopters Model SA-365C1 and SA-365C2 Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Helicopters
aircraft Aviat Various Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Helicopters

Unsafe Condition

The level of detectability of particles linked to a planet gear spalling needs improvement. This condition, if not detected and corrected, could lead to a planet gear seizure possibly resulting in the loss of the MGB and subsequent reduced control of the helicopter.

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Required Actions

Inspecting the MGB magnetic plug and oil filter for particles and, depending on the outcome of the inspections, conducting further inspections or removing certain parts from service. Replacing the second stage planet gears at reduced intervals. Modifying the helicopter by replacing the non-electrical magnetic plug with an improved non-electrical magnetic plug. Accomplishing repair in accordance with a method approved by the Manager, General Aviation & Rotorcraft Section, International Validation Branch, FAA; or EASA; or Airbus Helicopters' EASA Design Organization Approval (DOA).

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Compliance Time

Before further flight

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Affected Aircraft

Airbus Helicopters Model SA-365C1 and SA-365C2 helicopters.

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