AD 2026-03-02
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Airbus | Various | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Helicopters Deutschland GmbH (AHD) Helicopters |
Unsafe Condition
Fatigue crack in the ring frame X9227, part numbers L535H2120301, L535H2120303, or L535H2120304, which could lead to loss of the tail rotor and consequent loss of control of the helicopter.
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Required Actions
Visually inspect the ring frame X9227 for a crack between the rivets. If a crack is found, replace the ring frame with an airworthy part. Modification of the ring frame X9227 is allowed as a terminating action for repetitive inspections.
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Compliance Time
Within 12 months of the effective date of this AD.
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Affected Aircraft
Airbus Helicopters Deutschland GmbH (AHD) helicopters, Models EC135P1, EC135P2, EC135P2+, EC135T1, EC135T2, EC135T2+, EC135P3, and EC135T3, with ring frame X9227 installed, except those with frame reinforcement part number L535H2100201 installed.
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Source: Official FAA Source ↗
Retrieved: Apr 4, 2026
Rights: U.S. Government Public Domain
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