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AD FAA-2018-0438

Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Helicopters

Summary

We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for Airbus Helicopters Model AS355E, AS355F, AS355F1, AS355F2, and AS355N helicopters. This AD requires measuring a vibration level in the tail rotor (T/R) drive. This AD was prompted by reports of bearing degradation. The actions of this AD are intended to prevent an unsafe condition on these helicopters.

Directive Details

AD Number

FAA-2018-0438

Document Number

2018-20487

Type

Rule

Publication Date

September 25, 2018

Effective Date

October 30, 2018

Affected Manufacturer

Airbus

Criticality

routine

Emergency

Docket ID

Docket No. FAA-2018-0438

Topics

Air transportationAircraftAviation safetyIncorporation by referenceSafety

Official Documents

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