EASA Regulations for Airbus Helicopters EC 130 T2

25 airworthiness directives and regulations affecting Airbus Helicopters EC 130 T2.

EASA AD 2021-0195

Aug 20, 2021

Rotorcraft Flight Manual — Engine Digital Electronic Control Unit Emergency Procedure — Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0195 is an amendment concerning Airbus Helicopters AS 350 B3 and EC 130 T2 models equipped with ARRIEL 2D engines. It addresses issues related to the Full Authority Digital Engine Control (FADEC) units that may cause in-flight failures affecting fuel flow regulation and engine monitoring displays. The directive mandates changes to the Rotorcraft Flight Manual emergency procedures to improve pilot response to these failures.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus Helicopters AS 350
  • Airbus Helicopters EC 130
  • Airbus Helicopters AS 350 B3
  • Airbus Helicopters EC 130 T2

EASA AD 2020-0187

Aug 21, 2020

Tail Rotor — Blades — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0187 is an airworthiness directive addressing the inspection of tail rotor blades on Airbus Helicopters EC 130 B4 and EC 130 T2 models. It mandates inspections and dimensional checks of specific forged tail rotor blades with part numbers 350A33-3002-02 through 350A33-3002-05 to detect fatigue cracks and ensure continued airworthiness. The directive also prohibits rework or repair of affected blade areas and requires replacement or corrective actions based on inspection results.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus Helicopters AS 350
  • Airbus Helicopters EC 130
  • Airbus Helicopters EC 130 B4
  • Airbus Helicopters EC 130 T2

EASA AD 2019-0225-E

Sep 11, 2019

Main Rotor Drive - Main Gearbox Drive Shaft / Engine Coupling - Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0225-E is an emergency directive addressing the inspection of the main gearbox drive shaft and engine coupling on Airbus Helicopters AS 350 B3 and EC 130 T2 models equipped with SAFRAN ARRIEL 2D engines. It mandates a one-time visual inspection of the affected parts on helicopters with less than 300 flight hours since first flight. The directive aims to ensure continued airworthiness following an accident involving an AS 350 B3 helicopter.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus Helicopters AS 350
  • Airbus Helicopters EC 130
  • Airbus Helicopters AS 350 B3
  • Airbus Helicopters EC 130 T2

EASA AD 2018-0273

Dec 13, 2018

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks – Airworthiness Limitations Section – Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0273 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Aviation Safety Agency concerning SAFRAN Helicopter Engines ARRIEL 2D, 2E, and 2N models. It applies to these engines installed on Airbus Helicopters AS 350 B3 (H125), EC 130 T2 (H130), and MBB-BK117 D-2 (EC 145 T2 or H145) helicopters. The directive mandates compliance with updated airworthiness limitations and maintenance tasks as specified in the latest SAFRAN ARRIEL 2 Maintenance and Overhaul Manuals.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Safran ARRIEL 2
  • Airbus Helicopters AS 350 B3
  • Airbus Helicopters EC 130 T2
  • MBB-BK117 D-2

EASA AD 2018-0182

Aug 28, 2018

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.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus Helicopters AS 350
  • Airbus Helicopters EC 130
  • Airbus Helicopters EC 130 B4
  • Airbus Helicopters EC 130 T2