AD 2026-04-08
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Airbus | Helicopters Model AS332C | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Helicopters |
Unsafe Condition
rupture of the scissors link of the rotating swashplate assembly due to a seized ball joint-cups assembly
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Required Actions
Replace the rotor shaft assembly, modify the rotating swashplate assembly to replace each of the three ball joint-cups assemblies with one-piece self-lubricated spherical bearings, and modify the scissors hinges and swashplate trunnions on the main rotor, as applicable, and apply an anti-corrosion agent, if applicable. Prohibit installing a main rotor hub (MRH) assembly or rotor shaft assembly on a helicopter unless certain requirements are met.
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Compliance Time
Before further flight
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Affected Aircraft
All Airbus Helicopters Model AS332C, AS332C1, AS332L, AS332L1, and AS332L2 helicopters
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Source: Official FAA Source ↗
Retrieved: Apr 4, 2026
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