AD Amdt-39-14621

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Airworthiness Directives; Eurocopter France Model AS355E, F, F1, F2, and N Helicopters

AD Number
Amdt-39-14621
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
engine
Docket
Docket No. 2003-SW-10-AD
FR Citation
71 FR 31070

Applicability

TypeManufacturerModelDetails
aircraft Eurocopter France Model AS355E, F, F1, F2, and N Airworthiness Directives; Eurocopter France Model AS355E, F, F1, F2, and N Helicopters

Unsafe Condition

Insufficiently lubricated power transmission assembly deteriorates, causing loss of the drive train for one or both engines, leading to loss of control of the helicopter.

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Required Actions

Inspect the magnetic chip detector plug and main gearbox oil-sight glass daily or every 10 flight hours. If sludge is found on the chip detector or dark oil is observed, inspect the lubrication pump. Replace the main gearbox and pump if specific defects are found during inspection.

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Compliance Time

Before further flight

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Affected Aircraft

Eurocopter France Model AS355E, F, F1, F2, and N helicopters with main gearbox lubrication pump part number 355A32-0700-01, serial number 5731 or higher, or with a serial number below 5731 if the pump has been overhauled or repaired after June 1, 1995.

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