EASA SIB 2008-56
Jun 19, 2008Main Rotor Blade De-Icing System Distributor Retaining Clamps - Check / Replacement
EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2008-56 is an informational bulletin concerning Eurocopter AS 332 C, C1, L, L1 and SA 330 F, G, J helicopters equipped with main rotor blade de-icing system distributor retaining clamps, part numbers 225000-18454 or D18454 without batch number or letter "V" marking. It addresses a safety issue identified by the French DGAC Emergency Airworthiness Directive UF-2008-008 regarding potential failure of the retaining clamp screws. The bulletin provides guidance on inspection and corrective actions but does not impose mandatory requirements under EASA regulations.
- Airbus Helicopters AS 332 C
- Airbus Helicopters AS 332 C1
- Airbus Helicopters AS 332 L
- Airbus Helicopters AS 332 L1
- Aérospatiale SA 330 F
- Aérospatiale SA 330 G
- Aérospatiale SA 330 J