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EASA Regulations for Bell Textron Inc. 412

7 airworthiness directives and regulations affecting Bell Textron Inc. 412.

EASA AD 2022-0047-CN

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.

Oct 31, 2024
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBell Textron Inc. (Bti) 212Bell Textron Inc. (Bti) 412Bell Textron Inc. 212Bell Textron Inc. 412

EASA AD CF-2022-46

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.

Aug 16, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBell Textron Inc. (Bti) 204BBell Textron Inc. (Bti) 205Bell Textron Inc. (Bti) 212Bell Textron Inc. (Bti) 412Mcdermott 214 Holdings, 214Bell Textron Inc. 204BBell Textron Inc. 205A-1Bell Textron Inc. 205BBell Textron Inc. 212Bell Textron Inc. 214BBell Textron Inc. 214B-1Bell Textron Inc. 412Bell Textron Inc. 412 CFBell Textron Inc. 412 EP

EASA AD 2021-0163-CN

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 However, this document has been cancelled and is no longer in effect.

Jul 14, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBell Textron Inc. (Bti) 212Bell Textron Inc. (Bti) 412Bell Textron Inc. 212Bell Textron Inc. 412

EASA AD US-2022-11-19

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.

Jun 9, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBell Textron Inc. (Bti) 212Bell Textron Inc. (Bti) 412Bell Textron Inc. 212Bell Textron Inc. 412Bell Textron Inc. 412CFBell Textron Inc. 412EP

EASA AD 2022-0036

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2022-0047

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.

Mar 7, 2022
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBell Textron Inc. (Bti) 212Bell Textron Inc. (Bti) 412Bell Textron Inc. 212Bell Textron Inc. 412

EASA AD US-2020-22-07

Nacelle / Pylons - Excessive Pylon Pitch Vibrations - Rotorcraft Flight Manual - Revision

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2020-22-07 is a final rule affecting all Bell Textron Inc. Model 412, 412CF, and 412EP helicopters. This directive addresses an unsafe condition related to excessive pylon pitch vibrations that have caused cracked main gearbox support cases. The AD mandates revisions to the Rotorcraft Flight Manual to include cautions for pilots regarding vibration events during specific flight conditions.

Nov 11, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveFlight OpsSafety MgmtBell Textron Inc. (Bti) 412Bell Textron Inc. 412Bell Textron Inc. 412CFBell Textron Inc. 412EP

EASA AD US-2020-16-10

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.

Sep 1, 2020
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtBell Textron Inc. (Bti) 204BBell Textron Inc. (Bti) 205Bell Textron Inc. (Bti) 212Bell Textron Inc. (Bti) 412Mcdermott 214 Holdings, 214Bell Textron Inc. 204BBell Textron Inc. 205ABell Textron Inc. 205A-1Bell Textron Inc. 205BBell Textron Inc. 212Bell Textron Inc. 214BBell Textron Inc. 214B-1Bell Textron Inc. 412Bell Textron Inc. 412CFBell Textron Inc. 412EP