Summary
We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for Airbus Model EC225LP helicopters. This AD requires repetitive visual and tap test inspections of each main rotor blade (blade) leading edge stainless steel protective strip (strip) for a crack, cut, or blind or open debonding (debonding), and taking approved corrective measures. If there is a crack or if there is debonding that exceeds acceptable limits, this AD requires, before further flight, repairing or replacing the blade with an airworthy part. This AD was prompted by suspected water seepage through a crack in the blade strip resulting in significant debonding. The actions of this AD are intended to prevent loss of the blade strip, excessive vibrations induced by blade weight imbalance, and subsequent loss of control of the helicopter.
Directive Details
AD Number
FAA-2014-0038
Document Number
2015-09548
Type
Rule
Publication Date
May 5, 2015
Effective Date
June 9, 2015
Affected Manufacturer
Airbus Helicopters (Type Certificate Previously Held by Eurocopter France)
Criticality
routine
Emergency
No
Docket ID
Docket No. FAA-2014-0038
Topics
Official Documents
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