EASA Regulations for Airbus Helicopters EC 225 LP

39 airworthiness directives and regulations affecting Airbus Helicopters EC 225 LP.

EASA AD 2021-0003

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2021-0196

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0003 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus Helicopters AS 332 C, C1, L, L1, L2 and EC 225 LP models equipped with specific cabin plug doors (Part Numbers 332A221301.XX or 332AS251406.XX). The directive addresses the installation of additional emergency exit placards on cabin plug doors to improve passenger understanding of emergency door jettisoning procedures.

Jan 6, 2021

Airworthiness DirectiveSafety MgmtMaintenanceAirbus Helicopters SA 330Airbus Helicopters AS 332Airbus Helicopters EC 225Airbus Helicopters AS 332 CAirbus Helicopters AS 332 C1Airbus Helicopters AS 332 LAirbus Helicopters AS 332 L1Airbus Helicopters AS 332 L2Airbus Helicopters EC 225 LP

EASA AD 2020-0281

Equipment / Furnishings — Hoist Control Power Supply — Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0281 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus Helicopters AS 332 L2 and EC 225 LP models. The directive addresses a design deficiency related to the hoist control power supply wiring on specific serial-numbered helicopters. It mandates a modification to ensure electrical protection and prevent potential safety hazards.

Dec 16, 2020

Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters SA 330Airbus Helicopters AS 332Airbus Helicopters EC 225Airbus Helicopters AS 332 L2Airbus Helicopters EC 225 LP

EASA AD 2020-0264

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2024-0160

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0264 is an airworthiness directive issued for Airbus Helicopters EC 225 LP models. It addresses a manufacturing defect in the ceramic balls of the swashplate bearing in the main rotor mast assembly, which could lead to premature bearing failure and reduced helicopter control. The directive mandates inspections and possible replacement of affected main rotor mast assemblies with specified part numbers.

Dec 2, 2020

Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters SA 330Airbus Helicopters AS 332Airbus Helicopters EC 225Airbus Helicopters EC 225 LP

EASA AD 2018-0039R1

Windows — Jettisoning System — Installation

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0039R1 is a regulatory document addressing the installation of the windows jettisoning system on Airbus Helicopters AS 332 and EC 225 LP models. It mandates modifications to reduce friction between the window seal and the helicopter airframe to ensure proper jettisoning of windows in emergency situations. The directive applies to various AS 332 and EC 225 LP helicopter variants, excluding those already modified according to specified Airbus Helicopters modifications and Alert Service Bulletins.

Sep 25, 2020

Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters SA 330Airbus Helicopters AS 332Airbus Helicopters EC 225Airbus Helicopters EC 225 LP

EASA AD 2020-0079

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2020-0264

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0079 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting all Airbus Helicopters EC 225 LP helicopters. It addresses a manufacturing defect in the ceramic balls of the swashplate bearing in the main rotor mast assembly, which could lead to premature spalling and potential loss of bearing function. The directive mandates repetitive inspections and, if necessary, replacement of affected main rotor mast assemblies to ensure continued safe operation.

Apr 1, 2020

Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters SA 330Airbus Helicopters AS 332Airbus Helicopters EC 225Airbus Helicopters EC 225 LP

EASA AD 2020-0061

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2021-0012

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0061 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus Helicopters AS 332 L2 and EC 225 LP models. It addresses issues with the windows jettisoning system on these helicopters, specifically targeting excessive friction between the window seal and airframe that could prevent window jettisoning during emergencies. The directive applies to all serial numbers except those with certain Airbus Helicopters modifications already embodied.

Mar 17, 2020

Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters SA 330Airbus Helicopters AS 332Airbus Helicopters EC 225Airbus Helicopters AS 332 L2Airbus Helicopters EC 225 LP

EASA AD 2016-0232R1

Rotor Drive(s) — Main Gear Box / Emergency Spraying System — Modification / Functional Test

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2016-0232R1 is an updated regulatory requirement affecting Airbus Helicopters EC 225 LP models. It addresses issues related to oil leaks from the main gearbox caused by inadvertent opening of the emergency lubrication system valve during engine start-up. The directive mandates modifications and functional testing to ensure continued safe operation of the main gearbox lubrication system.

Dec 12, 2019

Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters SA 330Airbus Helicopters AS 332Airbus Helicopters EC 225Airbus Helicopters EC 225 LP

EASA AD 2019-0287

Equipment / Furnishings — External Life Raft Jettison System / Inflation Cylinder Percussion System / Bellcrank — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0287 is an airworthiness directive addressing Airbus Helicopters EC 225 LP models equipped with emergency life rafts installed in the multi-purpose sponsons. It focuses on inspection, cleaning, lubrication, and replacement of the external life raft jettison system's inflation cylinder percussion system bellcranks to prevent jamming issues. The directive applies to specific bellcrank part numbers and mandates corrective actions to ensure safe release of life rafts during emergencies.

Nov 27, 2019

Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters SA 330Airbus Helicopters AS 332Airbus Helicopters EC 225Airbus Helicopters EC 225 LP

EASA AD 2019-0247-E

Engine — Module 01 26-Teeth Bevel Gear — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0247-E is an emergency directive addressing SAFRAN HELICOPTER ENGINES MAKILA 2A and 2A1 engines installed on helicopters such as the Airbus Helicopters EC 225 LP. It mandates the replacement of Module 01 26-tooth bevel gears with specific part numbers and serial numbers due to a manufacturing quality issue causing gear tooth rupture. The directive aims to prevent engine in-flight shutdowns and potential loss of helicopter power.

Oct 4, 2019

Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtSafran MAKILA 2Airbus Helicopters EC 225 LP

EASA AD 2019-0152-E

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2023-0148

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0152-E is an emergency directive addressing Airbus Helicopters EC 225 LP models equipped with certain main gearboxes (MGB) identified by specific part numbers. The directive mandates inspection and replacement of affected MGBs and installation of operational restrictions related to the ENG1 Training Idle switch. It aims to prevent reduced power transfer capacity in one-engine inoperative scenarios due to detected wear and damage in the main gearbox components.

Jun 28, 2019

Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters SA 330Airbus Helicopters AS 332Airbus Helicopters EC 225Airbus Helicopters EC 225 LP

EASA AD 2019-0107

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2020-0061

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0107 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus Helicopters AS 332 L2 and EC 225 LP models. The directive addresses issues with the window jettisoning system on specific serial numbers of these helicopters to ensure safe evacuation during emergencies.

May 16, 2019

Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters SA 330Airbus Helicopters AS 332Airbus Helicopters EC 225Airbus Helicopters AS 332 L2Airbus Helicopters EC 225 LP

EASA AD 2019-0102

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2019-0287

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0102 is an airworthiness directive affecting Airbus Helicopters EC 225 LP models equipped with emergency life rafts installed in multi-purpose sponsons with modification 07 25749. The directive addresses issues with the life raft release bellcranks, specifically part numbers 332A41-4396-20 and 332A41-4396-21, which may jam due to foreign coating material or corrosion. It mandates inspections, cleaning, lubrication, and eventual replacement of affected parts to ensure proper life raft deployment during emergencies.

May 9, 2019

Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters SA 330Airbus Helicopters AS 332Airbus Helicopters EC 225Airbus Helicopters EC 225 LP

EASA AD 2019-0092

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2021-0156

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0092 is an airworthiness directive issued for Airbus Helicopters EC 225 LP models. It addresses a safety concern involving the left hand side engine fuel supply hose, part number 704A34416087, which may become twisted and restrict fuel flow, potentially causing engine power loss during flight. The directive mandates inspection and corrective actions to ensure continued airworthiness.

Apr 26, 2019

Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters SA 330Airbus Helicopters AS 332Airbus Helicopters EC 225Airbus Helicopters EC 225 LP

EASA AD 2018-0173-E

Equipment & Furnishings — Hoist Carrier Assembly — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0173-E is an emergency directive addressing inspection requirements for the Goodrich electrical hoist carrier assembly installed on Airbus Helicopters AS 332 L2, EC 225 LP, AS 365 N3, and EC175 B models. The directive mandates inspection of specific hoist part numbers to detect incorrect assembly that could lead to carrier assembly loosening and potential load loss. It applies to all serial numbers of the affected helicopter models and requires compliance with Airbus Helicopters Alert Service Bulletins.

Aug 8, 2018

Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters EC175Airbus Helicopters SA 330Airbus Helicopters AS 332Airbus Helicopters EC 225Airbus Helicopters SAAirbus Helicopters AS 365Airbus Helicopters EC 155Airbus Helicopters AS 332 L2Airbus Helicopters EC 225 LPAirbus Helicopters AS 365 N3Airbus Helicopters EC175 B

EASA AD 2018-0172

Main Rotor Blade Attachment Pin — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0172 is an airworthiness directive addressing inspection requirements for the main rotor blade attachment pin assemblies on Airbus Helicopters AS 332 L2 and EC 225 LP models. It mandates inspections and measurements of specific part numbers 332A31-2123-00, 332A31-2115-20, and 332A31-3204-20 to detect corrosion and cracking. The directive aims to ensure continued airworthiness and prevent potential failure of these critical components.

Aug 7, 2018

Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters SA 330Airbus Helicopters AS 332Airbus Helicopters EC 225Airbus Helicopters AS 332 L2Airbus Helicopters EC 225 LP

EASA AD 2018-0106

Rotors Flight Control — Collective Controls / Protective Cover — Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0106 is issued for Airbus Helicopters EC 225 LP models to address a safety issue with the protective cover of the "SHEAR" control pushbutton on pilot and copilot collective sticks. The directive mandates modification of the protective cover to an improved design to prevent mechanical deformation that could lead to unintended shearing of the hoist cable. This AD applies to all serial numbers of the EC 225 LP helicopter.

May 10, 2018

Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters SA 330Airbus Helicopters AS 332Airbus Helicopters EC 225Airbus Helicopters EC 225 LP

EASA AD 2007-0084-CN

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

EASA Airworthiness Directive Cancellation Notice 2007-0084-CN cancels the previous EASA AD 2007-0084 concerning MAKILA 2A engines formerly used by non-civil operators, such as military users. These engines are commonly installed on Airbus Helicopters EC 225 LP models. The cancellation removes the AD that addressed the restoration of these engines to civil aviation conformity.

Jan 24, 2018

Agency DecisionMaintenanceSafety MgmtSafran MAKILA 2Airbus Helicopters EC 225 LP

EASA SIB 2008-69

Heated Main Rotor Blades - Check / Replacement

EASA Safety Information Bulletin 2008-69 is an informational document addressing the inspection and potential replacement of heated main rotor blades on Eurocopter EC 225 LP helicopters. It specifically concerns main rotor blades part number 332A11-0055-00 equipped with de-icer assemblies having serial numbers below 400 and not repaired per specified repair sheets. The bulletin references a French DGAC Emergency Airworthiness Directive and Eurocopter Alert Service Bulletin 01A002.

Jul 29, 2008

Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters EC 225 LP

EASA SIB 2007-46

Eurocopter EC 225 LP helicopters - Main Servo Control Check

EASA Safety Information Notice No. 2007-46 addresses a manufacturing defect in the main servo control units of Eurocopter EC 225 LP helicopters. The defect involves incorrectly positioned retaining rings on the coupling tube of the servo control distributors, potentially causing untimely piston rod movement during hydraulic pressurization. This notice informs operators and maintenance personnel about the issue and references the French DGAC Emergency Airworthiness Directive UF-2007-022 for mandatory checks and replacements.

Nov 14, 2007

Safety Information BulletinMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters EC 225 LP