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EASA Regulations for Airbus Helicopters AS 350

87 airworthiness directives and regulations affecting Airbus Helicopters AS 350.

EASA AD 2018-0206

Main Rotor — Mast Upper Bearing Sealant Bead / Inner Race Retaining Rings — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0206 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Aviation Safety Agency addressing Airbus Helicopters AS 350, EC 130, and AS 355 models. It mandates inspections of the main rotor mast upper bearing sealant bead and inner race retaining rings to ensure correct installation and prevent potential bearing failure. The directive applies to specific part numbers of the main rotor mast shafts and affects all serial numbers of the listed helicopter models.

Sep 20, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters AS 350Airbus Helicopters EC 130Airbus Helicopters AS 355

EASA AD 2018-0182

Tail Rotor — Blade — Life Limit / Re-identification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0182 is an airworthiness directive affecting Airbus Helicopters EC 130 B4 and EC 130 T2 models. It addresses the life limit and re-identification requirements for tail rotor blades with specific part numbers, ensuring continued airworthiness and safety. The directive mandates compliance with new service life limits and proper identification of affected tail rotor blades.

Aug 28, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters AS 350Airbus Helicopters EC 130Airbus Helicopters EC 130 B4Airbus Helicopters EC 130 T2

EASA AD 2018-0152

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2022-0128

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0152 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Aviation Safety Agency addressing Airbus Helicopters AS 350, EC 130, and AS 355 models. It mandates a one-time inspection of the main gearbox bracket installation bolts to detect missing bolt heads, which could lead to fatigue failure and potential loss of the helicopter's main gearbox suspension bar. The directive applies to all serial numbers of the specified helicopter models.

Jul 18, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters AS 350Airbus Helicopters EC 130Airbus Helicopters AS 355

EASA AD 2014-0114R2

Fuselage — Tail Boom / Fenestron Junction Frame — Inspection / Repair

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2014-0114R2 is an updated regulatory requirement addressing inspection and repair of the tail boom and Fenestron junction frame on Airbus Helicopters EC 130 B4 models. It applies to all serial numbers except those with specific reinforcement modifications or approved repairs. The directive mandates repetitive inspections to detect cracks that could lead to structural failure and potential loss of helicopter control.

May 8, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters AS 350Airbus Helicopters EC 130Airbus Helicopters EC 130 B4

EASA AD 2017-0064R2

Engine Fuel & Control — Drain Valve Assembly — Inspection / Replacement

{ "summary": "EASA Airworthiness Directive 2017-0064R2 is an updated safety directive addressing fuel leaks from the drain valve assembly on SAFRAN Helicopter Engines ARRIEL 1 series engines, which are installed on various helicopter models including Airbus Helicopters AS 350 and AS 365 series, MBB-BK117, Leonardo A 109 K2, and Sikorsky S-76A. The directive mandates inspections, wrapping, and replacement of affected drain valves to prevent fuel leaks that could lead to engine fire or in-flight

Apr 19, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtSafran ARRIEL 1Safran Helicopter Engines ARRIEL 1Airbus Helicopters AS 350Airbus Helicopters AS 365MBB-BK117Leonardo A 109 K2Sikorsky S-76A

EASA AD 2007-0045-CN

CANCELLED: Engines Formerly Used by Non-Civil Operators — Civil Use

EASA Airworthiness Directive Cancellation Notice 2007-0045-CN cancels the previous directive EASA AD 2007-0045 concerning ARRIEL 1 series engines formerly used by non-civil operators such as military users. These engines are installed on helicopters including Airbus Helicopters AS 350, AS 365, SA 365, MBB BK-117, Leonardo A109, and Sikorsky S-76. The cancellation reflects a change in regulatory approach regarding the airworthiness of these engines for civil use.

Jan 24, 2018
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtSafran ARRIEL 1Airbus Helicopters AS 350Airbus Helicopters AS 365Airbus Helicopters SA 365MBB BK-117Leonardo A109Sikorsky S-76

EASA AD CF-2017-37

Flight Controls — Restriction of directional control pedal movement

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2017-37 addresses a restriction of directional control pedal movement caused by certain litter kits installed on Airbus Helicopters AS350 and AS355 models. The affected litter kits include part numbers 350-200034, 350-200194 (left-hand), and 350-200144 (right-hand). This directive applies to multiple Supplemental Type Certificates issued by Transport Canada, the FAA, and other international authorities.

Dec 21, 2017
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters AS 350Airbus Helicopters EC 130Airbus Helicopters AS 355Airbus Helicopters AS350Airbus Helicopters AS355