AD 99-21-13
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Airbus Helicopters | AS332C | Airworthiness Directives; Eurocopter France Model AS332C, L, and L1 Helicopters |
| aircraft | Airbus Helicopters | AS332L | Airworthiness Directives; Eurocopter France Model AS332C, L, and L1 Helicopters |
| aircraft | Airbus Helicopters | AS332L1 | Airworthiness Directives; Eurocopter France Model AS332C, L, and L1 Helicopters |
Unsafe Condition
Failure of the bolts that secure the hoist arm lower fitting during a factory load test, leading to separation of components from the helicopter, impact with the main or tail rotor, and subsequent loss of control.
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Required Actions
Remove the four bolts securing the hoist arm lower fitting. Inspect each bolt's shank length, part number, and head engraving. Replace non-compliant bolts (not 20 mm length or lacking 'BE' engraving) with P/N 22201BE080020L bolts measuring 20 mm with 'BE' engraved.
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Compliance Time
Before next use of the hoist unless accomplished previously.
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Affected Aircraft
Eurocopter France Model AS332C, L, and L1 helicopters not modified per AMS 0722955.
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Retrieved: Apr 8, 2026
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