EASA Regulations for Airbus Helicopters EC 120 B

25 airworthiness directives and regulations affecting Airbus Helicopters EC 120 B.

EASA AD 2020-0064

Mar 19, 2020

Equipment / Furnishings — Emergency Flotation System / Inflation Hoses — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0064 is an airworthiness directive addressing the inspection of emergency flotation systems and inflation hoses installed on various Airbus Helicopters models including MBB-BK117, EC 135, EC 120 B, EC 175, AS 332, AS 350, EC 130, AS 355, SA 365, AS 365, and EC 155 helicopters. The directive mandates inspection and possible replacement of affected float supply hoses to ensure proper inflation of emergency flotation devices. It applies to specific part numbers and serial numbers as detailed in the associated service bulletins.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus Helicopters AS 350
  • Airbus Helicopters EC 130
  • Airbus Helicopters AS 355
  • Airbus Helicopters EC 120 B
  • Airbus Helicopters EC175
  • Airbus Helicopters SA 330
  • Airbus Helicopters AS 332
  • Airbus Helicopters EC 225
  • Airbus Helicopters SA
  • Airbus Helicopters AS 365
  • Airbus Helicopters EC 155
  • Airbus Helicopters EC135
  • Airbus Helicopters 635
  • Airbus Helicopters MBB-BK 117
  • Airbus Helicopters MBB-BK117
  • Airbus Helicopters EC 135
  • Airbus Helicopters EC 175
  • Airbus Helicopters SA 365

EASA AD 2019-0272R1

Nov 18, 2019

Tail Rotor – Tail Rotor Hub Body – Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0272R1 is an amendment addressing safety concerns for Airbus Helicopters EC 120 B models. It mandates inspections and potential replacement of the tail rotor hub body, part number C642A0100103, to prevent loss of tail rotor drive and yaw control. The directive includes detailed inspection and replacement procedures to ensure continued airworthiness.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Airbus Helicopters EC 120 B

EASA AD 2019-0139

Jun 12, 2019

Main Rotor – Hub Scissors / Attachment Bolts – Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0139 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting all Airbus Helicopters EC 120 B helicopters. It addresses the inspection and replacement requirements for main rotor hub scissors attachment bolts, specifically part number C623A21101, to prevent potential failure due to corrosion and mechanical stress. The directive mandates inspections, markings, and corrective actions to ensure continued safe operation of the affected helicopters.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Airbus Helicopters EC 120 B

EASA AD 2018-0186

Aug 29, 2018

Main Rotor – Hub Scissors Attachment Bolts – Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0186 is an airworthiness directive issued for Airbus Helicopters EC 120 B models. It mandates inspection and potential replacement of main rotor hub scissors attachment bolts to address corrosion and damage risks. This directive aims to prevent possible detachment of these bolts, which could lead to loss of helicopter control.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Airbus Helicopters EC 120 B

EASA AD 2018-0183

Aug 28, 2018

Tail Rotor — Blade — Life Limit / Re-identification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0183 is an airworthiness directive addressing tail rotor blades on Airbus Helicopters EC 120 B helicopters. It applies to tail rotor blades with part numbers C642A0300103, C642A0300104, and C642A0300105. The directive mandates re-identification and implementation of a new service life limit for certain tail rotor blades due to changes in manufacturing processes.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus Helicopters EC 120 B