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AD FAA-2016-3257

Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Helicopters Deutschland GmbH

Summary

We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for Airbus Helicopters Deutschland GmbH (Airbus Helicopters) Model MBB-BK 117 D-2 helicopters. This AD requires repetitively inspecting the engine mount bushings. This AD was prompted by reports of delaminated and worn bushings. The actions of this AD are intended to prevent an unsafe condition on these products.

Directive Details

AD Number

FAA-2016-3257

Document Number

2017-06706

Type

Rule

Publication Date

April 7, 2017

Effective Date

May 12, 2017

Affected Manufacturer

Airbus Helicopters Deutschland GmbH

Criticality

routine

Emergency

Docket ID

Docket No. FAA-2016-3257

Topics

Air transportationAircraftAviation safetyIncorporation by referenceSafety

Official Documents

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