EASA Regulations for Bell Textron Inc. (Bti) 205

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EASA AD US-2024-17-02

Oct 31, 2024

Fuselage — Tailboom Attachment — Inspection / Replacement

Fuselage — Tailboom Attachment — Inspection / Replacement is a regulatory document addressing the inspection and replacement requirements for the tailboom attachment on certain aircraft fuselages. The document outlines procedures to ensure structural integrity and safety of the tailboom attachment area. It applies to aircraft models equipped with this specific fuselage-tailboom configuration.

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

EASA AD US-2024-19-17

Sep 30, 2024

Rotors Flight Control - Tension Torsion (TT) Straps - Removal / Installation Prohibition

The document titled 'Rotors Flight Control - Tension Torsion (TT) Straps - Removal / Installation Prohibition' is a regulatory directive addressing the handling of tension torsion straps in rotor flight control systems. It applies to specific rotorcraft models equipped with these components, prohibiting their removal or installation to ensure flight safety and structural integrity.

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

EASA AD US-2024-16-01

Aug 22, 2024

Fuselage - Tail Boom Attachment Cap Angle - Inspection

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2024-16-01 is a final rule addressing Bell Textron Inc. helicopters, including Models 412, 412CF, 412EP, 212, 205A, 205A-1, and 205B. It mandates inspections of the tail boom attachment cap angle and adjacent structures for cracks to prevent potential failure and loss of helicopter control. This directive updates previous requirements and incorporates new inspection procedures and reporting obligations.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Bell Textron Inc. (Bti) 205
  • Bell Textron Inc. (Bti) 212
  • Bell Textron Inc. (Bti) 412
  • Bell Textron 412
  • Bell Textron 412CF
  • Bell Textron 412EP
  • Bell Textron 212
  • Bell Textron 205A1
  • Bell Textron 205B

EASA AD US-2022-20-14

Nov 29, 2022

Main Rotor Drive - Main Transmission Housing Assembly - Inspection

Airworthiness Directive 2022-20-14 is a final rule issued by the Federal Aviation Administration addressing Bell Textron Inc. helicopters including models 204B, 205A, 205A-1, 205B, 210, 212, 412, 412CF, 412EP, and various restricted category helicopters. This directive mandates repetitive inspections of the main transmission housing assembly for cracks, corrosion, and pitting due to reported cracks in the main transmission support case. The directive aims to ensure continued airworthiness and safety of these helicopter models by identifying and correcting potential structural issues.

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. (Bti) 412
  • Bell 204B
  • Bell 205A1
  • Bell 205B
  • Bell 210
  • Bell 212
  • Bell 412
  • Bell 412CF
  • Bell 412EP

EASA AD US-2022-22-12

Nov 10, 2022

NOT ADOPTED - EASA DECISION ATTACHED

The document titled NOT ADOPTED - EASA DECISION ATTACHED is an official position from EASA regarding FAA Airworthiness Directive 2022-22-12. This FAA AD applies to certain helicopters modified by FAA STC SR01298NY, including Bell Textron Inc. type designs and Leonardo AB412 helicopters. EASA has determined that FAA AD 2022-22-12 is not eligible for adoption within the European Union because the FAA STC SR01298NY is not validated by EASA for all affected helicopter types, specifically Leonardo AB412 helicopters.

Agency Decision
  • Bell Textron Inc. (Bti) 204B
  • Bell Textron Inc. (Bti) 205
  • Bell Textron Inc. (Bti) 210
  • Bell Textron Inc. (Bti) 212
  • Bell Textron Inc. (Bti) 412
  • Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AB212
  • Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AB412
  • Mcdermott 214 Holdings, 214
  • Bell Textron Inc. Helicopter
  • Leonardo AB412

EASA AD US-2022-21-11

Oct 17, 2022

Main Rotor - Blades - Inspection / Removal from Service

The Federal Aviation Administration Airworthiness Directive 2022-21-11 is a final rule addressing certain Bell Textron Inc. Model 204B, 205A, and 205A-1 helicopters, as well as various restricted category helicopters equipped with specific main rotor blade part numbers. This directive mandates repetitive inspections of main rotor blades to detect cracks and requires removal from service of any cracked blades to ensure continued airworthiness.

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

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 US-2022-07-02

Apr 6, 2022

Fuselage - Tail Boom Spar Caps - Inspection / Removal

The Federal Register Volume 87, Number 64, Final Rule titled "Fuselage - Tail Boom Spar Caps - Inspection / Removal" is an airworthiness directive issued by the FAA for certain Bell Textron Inc. helicopters including Models 205A, 205A-1, 205B, 210, 212, 412, 412CF, and 412EP equipped with tailboom left hand fin spar cap part number 212-030-447-117. This directive addresses the detection and removal of cracked spar caps to ensure continued airworthiness and safety.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Bell Textron Inc. (Bti) 205
  • Bell Textron Inc. (Bti) 210
  • Bell Textron Inc. (Bti) 212
  • Bell Textron Inc. (Bti) 412
  • Bell Textron 205A1
  • Bell Textron 205B
  • Bell Textron 210
  • Bell Textron 212
  • Bell Textron 412
  • Bell Textron 412CF
  • Bell Textron 412EP

EASA AD US-2022-06-03

Mar 15, 2022

Main Rotor - Hub Strap Pins - Removal / Inspection

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2022-06-03 addresses safety concerns for Bell Textron Inc. helicopters, specifically Models 204B, 205A, 205A-1, 205B, 210, and 212 equipped with main rotor hub strap pins part number 204-012-104-005 with serial number prefix "FNFS". This directive mandates removal and inspection of all affected pins, both outboard and inboard, to prevent potential main rotor blade detachment. It also requires removing the mating strap fitting if any deformation is found on the pins.

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

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-2020-19-08

Oct 14, 2020

Main Rotor - Main Rotor Hub Tension-torsion Strap Assembly - Life Limit / Removal

Federal Register Volume 85, Number 180 (September 16, 2020) is a final rule airworthiness directive issued by the FAA addressing Bell Textron Inc. Model 204B, 205A-1, and 212 helicopters. It focuses on the main rotor hub tension-torsion strap assembly part number 204-012-112-005 due to corrosion issues. The directive mandates reducing the life limit of this TT strap assembly and prohibits its installation on any helicopter.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Bell Textron Inc. (Bti) 204B
  • Bell Textron Inc. (Bti) 205
  • Bell Textron Inc. (Bti) 212
  • Bell 204B
  • Bell 205A-1
  • Bell 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

EASA AD US-2020-12-10

Jul 9, 2020

Tail Rotor Blades - Inspection / Repair / Replacement

Airworthiness Directive 2020-12-10 is a final rule issued by the FAA addressing Bell Textron Inc. helicopters, specifically models 205A, 205A-1, 205B, 212, 412, 412CF, and 412EP equipped with tail rotor blades part number 212-010-750. The directive focuses on inspecting these tail rotor blades for corrosion and pitting to prevent potential cracks and loss of control. It updates previous requirements by excluding certain newer tail rotor blades from inspection applicability.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Bell Textron Inc. (Bti) 205
  • Bell Textron Inc. (Bti) 212
  • Bell Textron Inc. (Bti) 412
  • Bell 205A1
  • Bell 205B
  • Bell 212
  • Bell 412
  • Bell 412CF
  • Bell 412EP

EASA AD 2020-0039

Feb 27, 2020

Fire Protection — Hand-held Fire Extinguishers — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0039 is an airworthiness directive addressing fire protection on various helicopter models including Bell 222, 230, 430, 204, 205, 212, 214, 412, Erickson S-64F, Kamov Ka-32A11BC, and Sikorsky S-58, S-61, S-76, and S-92 helicopters. The directive focuses on the replacement of certain Halon-free hand-held fire extinguishers manufactured by umlaut engineering GmbH that have a manufacturing defect. It mandates the removal and replacement of affected fire extinguishers to ensure continued airworthiness and safety.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Bell 222
  • Bell 230
  • Bell 430
  • Bell Textron Inc. (Bti) 204B
  • Bell Textron Inc. (Bti) 205
  • Bell Textron Inc. (Bti) 212
  • Bell Textron Inc. (Bti) 214ST
  • Bell Textron Inc. (Bti) 412
  • Centerpointe Aerospace, Inc S-58
  • Erickson Air-Crane S-64
  • Kamov KA32
  • Mcdermott 214 Holdings, 214
  • Sikorsky S-61
  • Sikorsky S-76
  • Sikorsky S-92
  • Bell 204
  • Bell 205
  • Bell 212
  • Bell 214
  • Bell 412
  • Erickson S-64F
  • Kamov Ka-32A11BC
  • Sikorsky S-58

EASA AD US-2018-02-08

Feb 1, 2018

Main Rotor - Blades - Cleaning / Inspection / Repair / Replacement

Federal Register Volume 83, Number 11 (January 17, 2018) is a final rule airworthiness directive (AD 2018-02-08) issued by the FAA for Bell Helicopter Textron Model 204B, 205A, and 205A-1 helicopters equipped with Helicopter Technology Company (HTC) main rotor blade part number 204P2100-101. The directive mandates cleaning, visual inspection, and depending on findings, repair or replacement of the main rotor blades to address fatigue cracks in the grip plate and doublers near the blade retention bolt hole. This AD aims to prevent potential blade failure and loss of helicopter control.

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