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AD FAA-2016-8032

Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Helicopters

Summary

We are publishing a new airworthiness directive (AD) for Airbus Helicopters Model AS332L2 and Model EC225LP helicopters, which was sent previously to all known U.S. owners and operators of these helicopters. This AD immediately prohibits flight of all Model AS332L2 and EC225LP helicopters. This AD is prompted by an accident involving an EC225LP helicopter in which the main rotor hub (MRH) detached from the main gearbox (MGB). These actions are intended to prevent failure of the main rotor system and subsequent loss of control of the helicopter.

Directive Details

AD Number

FAA-2016-8032

Document Number

2016-15624

Type

Rule

Publication Date

July 5, 2016

Effective Date

July 20, 2016

Affected Manufacturer

Airbus

Criticality

important

Emergency

Docket ID

Docket No. FAA-2016-8032

Topics

Air transportationAircraftAviation safetyIncorporation by referenceSafety

Official Documents

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