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EASA Regulations for Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters A109

48 airworthiness directives and regulations affecting Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters A109.

EASA AD 2021-0255

[Correction] Rotors Flight Control — Control Rods and Levers — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0255 is a safety directive addressing inspection requirements for control rods and levers in the rotors flight control system of Leonardo S.p.A. A109S helicopters equipped with TREKKER KIT (serial numbers 22735, 22736, 22737) and AW109SP helicopters (serial numbers 22407, 22408, 22409, 22412, 22414 to 22427, and 22429). The directive mandates inspection for foreign objects that could impede flight control movement.

Nov 24, 2021
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EASA AD 2021-0179

Equipment / Furnishings — Hoist Support Assembly — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0179 is an airworthiness directive affecting Leonardo S.p.A. AW109SP helicopters. It mandates inspections of Goodrich hoist support assemblies, part number 109-0705V04-301, due to reported corrosion issues that could compromise structural integrity and safety during hoist operations.

Jul 27, 2021
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EASA AD 2021-0144

Tail Rotor — Shaft Assembly — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0144 is an airworthiness directive addressing the inspection of tail rotor shaft assemblies on Leonardo S.p.A. A109 series helicopters, including models A109C, A109K2, A109E, A109S, and AW109SP. The directive mandates inspections and measurements of specific tail rotor sleeve assemblies and related components to detect cracks and prevent potential failure of the tail rotor mast.

Jun 17, 2021
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EASA AD 2021-0096

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2023-0035

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0096 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Leonardo S.p.A. A119 and AW119MKII helicopters. It addresses inspection and replacement requirements for certain collective stick torque tube assemblies identified by specific batch numbers to ensure continued safe operation.

Mar 31, 2021
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EASA AD 2021-0067

Main Rotor Drive — Rotor Brake Control Cable — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0067 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Leonardo S.p.A. A109 and AW109 helicopter models equipped with specific rotor brake kits and control cables. The directive mandates inspections of the main rotor drive rotor brake control cable to prevent uncommanded activation of the rotor brake system.

Mar 9, 2021
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EASA AD 2021-0065

Electrical Power — Wiring Protection — Modification

Electrical Power — Wiring Protection — Modification is a regulatory document concerning Leonardo S.p.A. Helicopters models A109 and A119. It addresses modifications related to the electrical power wiring protection systems on these specific helicopter types. The document aims to ensure continued airworthiness and safety by updating wiring protection standards.

Mar 8, 2021
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EASA AD 2021-0040

Instruments — Wiring — Inspection / Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0040 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Leonardo S.p.A. AW119MKII helicopters, specifically serial numbers 14901 to 14963 with some exceptions. The directive addresses inspection and modification requirements for the instrument panel electrical wiring to prevent smoke and burning smells caused by wiring chafing during flight.

Jan 27, 2021
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EASA AD 2021-0031

Tail Rotor Drive — Gearbox Assembly — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0031 is an airworthiness directive addressing the replacement of tail rotor gearbox assemblies on Leonardo S.p.A. A109E helicopters. It applies to all A109E helicopters with serial numbers up to 11160 inclusive and targets specific tail rotor gearbox part numbers that are not approved for installation on these helicopters. The directive mandates replacing affected tail rotor gearbox assemblies with approved serviceable parts to ensure continued airworthiness.

Jan 22, 2021
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EASA AD 2020-0256

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2022-0153

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0256 is an airworthiness directive issued for Leonardo S.p.A. A109E helicopters, specifically serial numbers 11001 to 11674 inclusive. It mandates repetitive inspections and repairs of the centre fuselage frame assembly at station 1815, where cracks have been reported. The directive aims to ensure the structural integrity of affected helicopters by requiring inspections and corrective actions as per Leonardo Alert Service Bulletin 109EP-173.

Nov 17, 2020
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EASA AD 2020-0230

Rotor — Main Rotor Blade Tip Cap — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0230 is a regulatory document addressing inspection requirements for the main rotor blade tip cap, part number 709-0103-29-109, installed on Leonardo S.p.A. A109E, A109K2, and A109C helicopters. The directive mandates repetitive dye penetrant inspections to detect cracks in the tip cap to prevent detachment and potential loss of helicopter control. It applies to all serial numbers of the affected helicopter models.

Oct 22, 2020
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EASA AD 2020-0206

Tail Rotor Drive — Gearbox Output Shaft — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0206 is an airworthiness directive addressing the inspection of the tail rotor gearbox (TGB) output shaft on Leonardo S.p.A. A119 and AW119MKII helicopters. It mandates inspections of specific 90° TGB shafts, part number 109-0443-03-107, due to reported corrosion issues that could lead to tail rotor failure and reduced helicopter control. The directive updates previous requirements and expands the list of affected parts.

Sep 30, 2020
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EASA AD 2020-0142

Tail Rotor Drive — Slider Assembly Pitch Control — Inspection / Replacement

The document titled 'Tail Rotor Drive — Slider Assembly Pitch Control — Inspection / Replacement' is an airworthiness directive applicable to LEONARDO S.p.A. HELICOPTERS models A109 and A119. It addresses inspection and replacement procedures for the tail rotor drive slider assembly pitch control components to ensure continued airworthiness and safety. The directive provides guidance on maintaining the integrity of these critical helicopter parts.

Jun 25, 2020
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EASA AD 2020-0128

Tail Rotor — Tail Rotor Duplex Bearing and Plug — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0128 is an airworthiness directive addressing inspection requirements for the tail rotor duplex bearing and plug on Leonardo S.p.A. A119 and AW119MKII helicopters. It applies to helicopters with manufacturer serial numbers up to 14972, excluding certain serial numbers, and focuses on inspecting and correcting issues related to the tail rotor pitch change mechanism components.

Jun 4, 2020
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EASA AD 2020-0065

Main Rotor — Blades — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0065 is an airworthiness directive addressing the inspection of main rotor blades on Leonardo A109A and A109AII helicopters. It specifically targets main rotor blades with Part Number 109-0103-01-115 due to reported internal corrosion issues. The directive mandates repetitive inspections and sets requirements for blade installation to ensure continued airworthiness.

Mar 20, 2020
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EASA AD 2016-0261R1

Fire Protection — Fire Extinguisher Bottles — Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2016-0261R1 is a regulatory update addressing fire extinguisher bottles installed on Leonardo S.p.A. A109LUH, A109E, A109S, and AW109SP helicopters. The directive mandates inspections and potential replacement of fire extinguisher bottles Part Number 27300-1 due to a risk of fractured bypass outlet assemblies that could impair fire suppression capability in the engine area.

Feb 13, 2020
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EASA AD 2019-0294

Stabilizers — Vertical Fin Vibration Absorber — Inspection / Removal

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0294 is an official regulatory document addressing the inspection and removal of the vertical fin vibration absorber on Leonardo S.p.A. A109S and AW109SP helicopters. It mandates inspections and corrective actions to address cracks and damage found on the vertical fin vibration absorber and surrounding structure. This directive applies to all serial numbers of the affected helicopter models and aims to ensure continued airworthiness and structural integrity.

Dec 4, 2019
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EASA AD 2019-0213

Hydraulic Power - Hydraulic Pumps - Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0213 is an official regulatory document addressing hydraulic pumps installed on Leonardo S.p.A. AW109SP helicopters. It mandates inspection and replacement of specific hydraulic pumps with Part Number 109-0760-42-103, which are not eligible for installation, to ensure continued airworthiness and safety of the helicopters.

Aug 29, 2019
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EASA AD 2019-0194-E

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2020-0128

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0194-E is an emergency directive addressing safety concerns for Leonardo S.p.A. A119 and AW119MKII helicopters, specifically those with manufacturer serial numbers up to 14966, excluding certain serial numbers. The directive mandates inspections and corrective actions related to the tail rotor duplex bearing and plug to prevent potential loss of helicopter control.

Aug 9, 2019
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EASA AD 2019-0182

Landing Gear — Enhanced Main Landing Gear Strut Assembly — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0182 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency concerning Leonardo S.p.A. A109 helicopters, specifically the A109E, A109LUH, A109S, and AW109SP models. It addresses inspection requirements for the enhanced main landing gear strut assemblies with certain part numbers and serial numbers due to reported failures. The directive mandates repetitive inspections and corrosion prevention measures to ensure continued airworthiness.

Jul 26, 2019
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EASA AD 2019-0057

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2021-0096

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0057 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency concerning Leonardo S.p.A. A119 and AW119MKII helicopters. It addresses the inspection and replacement of collective stick torque tube assemblies, specifically part number 109-0011-03-105 from certain batch numbers, due to a manufacturing defect that could affect helicopter controllability.

Mar 20, 2019
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