EASA Regulations for Airbus Helicopters EC175 B

6 airworthiness directives and regulations affecting Airbus Helicopters EC175 B.

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EASA AD 2022-0143

Jul 8, 2022

Integrated Modular Avionics – Ethernet Network – Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0143 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus Helicopters Deutschland GmbH EC135, EC635, MBB-BK117, Airbus Helicopters EC 175 B, and H160-B helicopters. The directive addresses design deficiencies in the Integrated Modular Avionics Ethernet network that have caused multiple Multi-Function Display failures. It mandates inspections and corrective actions to ensure continued safe operation of these helicopter models.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Airbus Helicopters EC175
  • Airbus Helicopters H160B
  • Airbus Helicopters EC135
  • Airbus Helicopters 635
  • Airbus Helicopters MBB-BK 117
  • Airbus Helicopters EC635
  • MBB-BK117
  • Airbus Helicopters EC175 B

EASA AD 2020-0081

Apr 1, 2020

Main Rotor – Swashplate – Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0081 is an airworthiness directive issued for Airbus Helicopters EC175 B models. It addresses a manufacturing defect in the ceramic balls of the main rotor swashplate bearing, which could lead to premature bearing failure and reduced helicopter control. The directive mandates repetitive inspections and potential replacement of affected main rotor swashplate assemblies.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Airbus Helicopters EC175
  • Airbus Helicopters EC175 B

EASA AD 2019-0255

Oct 16, 2019

Doors – Cargo Door Locking Mechanism – Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0255 is an airworthiness directive issued for Airbus Helicopters EC175 B helicopters. It mandates repetitive inspections of the locking mechanisms on both right-hand and left-hand cargo doors to ensure proper operation and prevent potential in-flight cargo door loss. The directive applies to all serial numbers of the EC175 B model.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Airbus Helicopters EC175
  • Airbus Helicopters EC175 B

EASA AD 2019-0118

May 29, 2019

Equipment / Furnishings — Emergency Flotation Unit — Replacement Rotorcraft Flight Manual / Master Minimum Equipment List — Revision

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0118 is an airworthiness directive affecting Airbus Helicopters EC175 B models. It addresses issues related to the Emergency Flotation Unit (EFU), specifically parts with manufacturer part numbers SE13876 and SE24251, requiring updates to the Rotorcraft Flight Manual and Master Minimum Equipment List.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus Helicopters EC175
  • Airbus Helicopters EC175 B

EASA AD 2018-0173-E

Aug 8, 2018

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.

Airworthiness Directive
  • 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 AS 332 L2
  • Airbus Helicopters EC 225 LP
  • Airbus Helicopters AS 365 N3
  • Airbus Helicopters EC175 B

EASA AD 2018-0166

Jul 26, 2018

Power Plant — Front Sliding Cowling — Inspection / Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0166 is an airworthiness directive issued for Airbus Helicopters EC175 B models with specific serial numbers. It addresses abnormal wear found in the front sliding cowling's safety system, which could lead to failure of the locking mechanism and potential in-flight loss of the cowling. The directive mandates inspections and modifications to ensure continued airworthiness and safety.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus Helicopters EC175
  • Airbus Helicopters EC175 B