AD 2022-20-07
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Airbus | Helicopters Model SA330J | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Helicopters |
| aircraft | Aviat | Various | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Helicopters |
Unsafe Condition
Failure of an MGB second stage planet gear, which could result in failure of the MGB and subsequent loss of control of the helicopter.
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Required Actions
Inspecting the MGB particle detector and the MGB bottom housing (oil sump) for metal particles, analyzing any metal particles that are found, and replacing the planet gear assembly and repetitively inspecting and establishing an airworthiness limitation for that assembly as specified in a European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) AD.
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Compliance Time
Before the first flight of the day
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Affected Aircraft
All Airbus Helicopters Model SA330J helicopters.
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Retrieved: Apr 6, 2026
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