EASA Regulations for Bell Textron Inc. 212

8 airworthiness directives and regulations affecting Bell Textron Inc. 212.

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EASA AD 2022-0047-CN

Oct 31, 2024

CANCELLED: Fuselage — Tailboom Attachment — Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive Cancellation Notice 2022-0047-CN is an official cancellation of the previous EASA AD 2022-0047 concerning inspection and replacement of tailboom attachment components on Bell Textron Inc. 212 and 412 helicopters. The cancellation applies to specific serial numbers of these helicopter models and relates to tailboom attachment bolts and barrel nuts. This notice confirms that the FAA AD 2024-16-19 supersedes the requirements previously mandated by EASA AD 2022-0047.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Bell Textron Inc. (Bti) 212
  • Bell Textron Inc. (Bti) 412
  • Bell Textron Inc. 212
  • Bell Textron Inc. 412

EASA AD CF-2022-46

Aug 16, 2022

Landing Gear — Forward Crosstube — New Airworthiness Limitation

The Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2022-46 addresses the landing gear forward crosstube on Bell Textron Inc. helicopters models 204B, 205A-1, 205B, 212, 214B, 214B-1, 412, 412 CF, and 412 EP modified with Dart Aerospace Ltd. forward crosstube part number D212-664-101/-101B. This directive introduces a new airworthiness limitation concerning the fatigue life of the forward crosstube to enhance safety. It mandates compliance with updated maintenance instructions to prevent structural failure during landing.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Bell Textron Inc. (Bti) 204B
  • Bell Textron Inc. (Bti) 205
  • Bell Textron Inc. (Bti) 212
  • Bell Textron Inc. (Bti) 412
  • Mcdermott 214 Holdings, 214
  • Bell Textron Inc. 204B
  • Bell Textron Inc. 205A-1
  • Bell Textron Inc. 205B
  • Bell Textron Inc. 212
  • Bell Textron Inc. 214B1
  • Bell Textron Inc. 412
  • Bell Textron Inc. 412 CF
  • Bell Textron Inc. 412 EP

EASA AD 2021-0163-CN

Jul 14, 2022

CANCELLED: Fuel / Oil — Check Valves — Inspection / Replacement

The document titled CANCELLED: Fuel / Oil — Check Valves — Inspection / Replacement concerns the BELL TEXTRON INC. (BTI) 212 and 412 helicopter models. It originally addressed inspection and replacement procedures for fuel and oil check valves on these aircraft. However, this document has been cancelled and is no longer in effect.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Bell Textron Inc. (Bti) 212
  • Bell Textron Inc. (Bti) 412
  • Bell Textron Inc. 212
  • Bell Textron Inc. 412

EASA AD US-2022-11-19

Jun 9, 2022

Fuel / Oil — Check Valves — Inspection / Replacement

Federal Register Volume 87, Number 105 (June 1, 2022) Final Rule titled "Fuel / Oil — Check Valves — Inspection / Replacement" is an FAA Airworthiness Directive (AD 2022-11-19) addressing Bell Textron Inc. Model 212, 412, 412CF, and 412EP helicopters. It targets engine oil check valve P/N 209-062-520-001 and fuel check valve P/N 209-062-607-001 manufactured by Circor Aerospace with specific markings and manufacturing dates. The directive mandates inspection and replacement procedures to mitigate risks associated with cracked check valves.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Bell Textron Inc. (Bti) 212
  • Bell Textron Inc. (Bti) 412
  • Bell Textron Inc. 212
  • Bell Textron Inc. 412
  • Bell Textron Inc. 412CF
  • Bell Textron Inc. 412EP

EASA AD 2022-0036

Mar 7, 2022

Fuselage – Tailboom Attachment – Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0036 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Bell Textron Inc. 212 and 412 helicopter models. It addresses the inspection and replacement of tailboom attachment bolts and barrel nuts to prevent potential failure due to cracking, corrosion, fatigue, and low torque. The directive mandates specific inspections, replacements, and torque checks to ensure continued airworthiness.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Bell Textron Inc. (Bti) 212
  • Bell Textron Inc. (Bti) 412
  • Bell Textron Inc. 212
  • Bell Textron Inc. 412

EASA AD US-2022-02-02

Feb 9, 2022

Superseded by FAA AD 2022-06-03

FAA Airworthiness Directive 2022-02-02 is a final rule addressing unsafe conditions in Bell Textron Inc. Model 204B, 205A, 205A-1, 205B, 210, and 212 helicopters. It targets defective main rotor hub strap pins, part number 204-012-104-005 with serial number prefix "FNFS", which have been linked to a fatal accident due to pin failure causing rotor detachment.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Bell Textron Inc. (Bti) 204B
  • Bell Textron Inc. (Bti) 205
  • Bell Textron Inc. (Bti) 210
  • Bell Textron Inc. (Bti) 212
  • Bell Textron Inc. 204B
  • Bell Textron Inc. 205A1
  • Bell Textron Inc. 205B
  • Bell Textron Inc. 210
  • Bell Textron Inc. 212

EASA AD US-2021-15-51

Aug 17, 2021

Superseded by FAA AD 2022-02-02

FAA Airworthiness Directive 2021-15-51 is a final rule addressing unsafe conditions in certain Bell Textron Inc. Model 204B, 205A, 205A-1, 205B, and 212 helicopters. It targets main rotor hub strap pins, part number 204-012-104-005 with serial number prefix "FNFS", which have been found to shear off during flight, causing detachment of the main rotor blade and head. This directive follows a fatal accident and mandates removal of these pins from service to ensure flight safety.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Bell Textron Inc. (Bti) 204B
  • Bell Textron Inc. (Bti) 205
  • Bell Textron Inc. (Bti) 212
  • Bell Textron Inc. 204B
  • Bell Textron Inc. 205A1
  • Bell Textron Inc. 205B
  • Bell Textron Inc. 212

EASA AD US-2020-16-10

Sep 1, 2020

Seat Belt Shoulder Harness - Inspection / Modification

Airworthiness Directive 2020-16-10 is a final rule issued by the FAA addressing certain Bell Textron Inc. helicopters, including Models 204B, 205A, 205A-1, 205B, 212, 214B, 214B-1, 412, 412CF, and 412EP. The directive focuses on the removal and inspection of specific shoulder harness seat belt comfort clips with part numbers D7LZ-6560286-A, D7LZ-6560286-B, and 504636-401. It aims to prevent interference with the seat belt inertia reel that could compromise occupant safety during emergency landings.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Bell Textron Inc. (Bti) 204B
  • Bell Textron Inc. (Bti) 205
  • Bell Textron Inc. (Bti) 212
  • Bell Textron Inc. (Bti) 412
  • Mcdermott 214 Holdings, 214
  • Bell Textron Inc. 204B
  • Bell Textron Inc. 205A1
  • Bell Textron Inc. 205B
  • Bell Textron Inc. 212
  • Bell Textron Inc. 214B1
  • Bell Textron Inc. 412
  • Bell Textron Inc. 412CF
  • Bell Textron Inc. 412EP