EASA AD 2018-0282
Fuselage — Main Gearbox Suspension Bar Rear Attachment Fitting Screws — Inspection
EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0282 is an airworthiness directive addressing Airbus Helicopters AS 332 C, C1, L, and L1 models delivered before 01 September 2018. It mandates inspection of the main gearbox suspension bar rear attachment fitting screws, specifically part number 330A22013520, to detect potential elongation and loss of nut tightening torque. The directive aims to prevent structural failure of the main gearbox rear attachment fittings that could lead to detachment of suspension bars.