AD 2026-05-02

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Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Helicopters

AD Number
2026-05-02
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
aircraft
Docket
Docket No. FAA-2026-2284
FR Citation
91 FR 10313

Applicability

TypeManufacturerModelDetails
aircraft Airbus Helicopters Model AS332C Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Helicopters

Unsafe Condition

Loss of the horizontal stabilizer during flight due to potential cracks, nicks, corrosion, or improper tightening torque.

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Required Actions

Initially inspect the removed horizontal stabilizer for cracks, inspect tightening torque, and measure attachment holes, bracket, and tube assembly. If necessary, perform corrective actions. Repeatedly inspect the horizontal stabilizer without removal, and perform corrective actions if necessary. Prohibit installing an affected horizontal stabilizer unless it is new and passes inspection.

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Compliance Time

Within 120 flight hours after the effective date.

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Affected Aircraft

Airbus Helicopters Model AS332C, AS332C1, AS332L, AS332L1, AS332L2, and EC225LP helicopters.

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Source: Official FAA Source ↗

Retrieved: Apr 4, 2026

Rights: U.S. Government Public Domain

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