EASA AD 18-139
WITHDRAWN - EXPLANATORY STATEMENT ATTACHED
EASA Withdrawal Statement for Proposed AD 18-139 announces the withdrawal of the proposed airworthiness directive concerning Airbus Helicopters BK117 D-2 and D-2m models equipped with Helionix Step 2 avionics. The withdrawal follows Airbus Helicopters' publication of Temporary Revision 3 to the Rotorcraft Flight Manual, which amended night operation procedures and restored an acceptable safety level. A modification application submitted by Airbus Helicopters is expected to provide a final fix for the identified unsafe condition.
Agency DecisionSafety MgmtFlight OpsAirbus Helicopters MBB-BK 117Airbus Helicopters BK117 D-2Airbus Helicopters BK117 D-2m