EASA AD 2015-0147R1: Propellers — Propeller Assembly — Inspection

What to do

Operators and maintenance organizations should verify if their aircraft are equipped with FH385 or FH386 propellers and consult the responsible military airworthiness authority for any applicable ADs. Civil operators do not have compliance obligations under this document. For further information or copies of military ADs, stakeholders should contact the relevant military authority or access the CQC AD recommendations list.

Summary

The document titled 'Propellers — Propeller Assembly — Inspection' is an explanatory statement regarding the absence of an Airworthiness Directive (AD) for Ratier-Figeac FH385 and FH386 series propellers. It clarifies that no such propellers are currently in civil service, and therefore no public AD exists. The document serves as an informational record provided by EASA to relevant military authorities and design approval holders.

What changed

This document introduces an informational Airworthiness Directive record (ADR) rather than a legally binding AD. It recommends that military airworthiness authorities issue their own ADs for aircraft equipped with FH385 or FH386 propellers, depending on the country of registration. No new compliance requirements or amendments to existing regulations are established for civil operators.

Why it matters

This matters because it informs aviation professionals that no civil AD applies to Ratier-Figeac FH385 and FH386 propellers at this time, avoiding confusion about regulatory obligations. Military operators and maintenance organizations are reminded to consult their respective military authorities for applicable directives. It ensures clarity on the regulatory status of these propellers and directs stakeholders to the appropriate sources for compliance information.

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