CANCELLED: Engines Formerly Used by Non-Civil Operators — Civil Use
- Published
- Effective
- Deadline
- Replaces
- 2007-0205
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What to do
Affected operators and maintenance providers should consult the Safran Helicopter Engines or Turboméca Service Bulletin referenced in TCDS EASA.E.075 for instructions on restoring engine conformity. No immediate action or compliance deadline is mandated by this cancellation notice. For technical questions, stakeholders should contact Safran Helicopter Engines customer support or EASA Safety Information Section.
Summary
EASA Airworthiness Directive Cancellation Notice 2007-0205-CN cancels the previous directive EASA AD 2007-0205 concerning ASTAZOU XIV B engines formerly used by non-civil operators, such as military users. These engines are commonly installed on certain military variants of Airbus Helicopters SA 319 B. The cancellation reflects a change in regulatory approach regarding the airworthiness of these engines for civil use.
What changed
This cancellation notice officially withdraws EASA AD 2007-0205, which had established conditions for returning ex-military ASTAZOU XIV B engines to civil service. Instead of an AD, relevant instructions are now referenced in the Type Certificate Data Sheet via a Service Bulletin. This removes the need for an AD to manage the safety risks associated with these engines.
Why it matters
For aviation professionals, this change means that compliance with a specific Airworthiness Directive is no longer required for these engines, simplifying regulatory obligations. Operators and maintenance organizations must now refer to the Service Bulletin in the TCDS for guidance on restoring engine conformity. This affects how ex-military engines are managed for civil airworthiness and maintenance.
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