EASA AD 2018-0286
Main Rotor — Hydraulic Damper / Belt Tension Shaft Rod End Assembly — Inspection
EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0286 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency concerning Enstrom Helicopter Corporation models F-28, 280, and 480 helicopters. It mandates inspections of the main rotor hydraulic damper and belt tension shaft rod end bearing assemblies to detect corrosion and prevent potential failure. The directive applies to all serial numbers of the specified helicopter models and references specific part numbers for affected components.
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtEnstrom Helicopter Corporation 280Enstrom Helicopter Corporation 480Enstrom Helicopter Corporation F-28Enstrom F-28Enstrom 280Enstrom 480