EASA AD 2018-0270
Windows — Passenger Windows — Repair
Summary
EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0270 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Leonardo S.p.A. AW119MKII helicopters. It addresses an issue with passenger windows that were improperly installed during production on certain serial-numbered helicopters. The directive mandates corrective actions to ensure the windows can be safely jettisoned in emergencies.
What Changed
This new airworthiness directive introduces a requirement to remove and reinstall the left and right passenger windows on affected AW119MKII helicopters. The directive is based on Leonardo's Alert Service Bulletin 119-094, which provides detailed instructions for the repair. No previous airworthiness directives are superseded by this AD.
Why It Matters
This directive is critical for operators and maintenance organizations because improperly installed passenger windows could fail to jettison during an emergency, potentially hindering passenger evacuation. Compliance ensures continued airworthiness and safety of the affected helicopters. It also helps regulatory compliance teams avoid operating restrictions or penalties.
What To Do
Operators of the specified AW119MKII helicopters must remove and reinstall the left and right passenger windows following Leonardo Alert Service Bulletin 119-094. This action must be completed within 6 months or 100 flight hours from the effective date of 26 December 2018, whichever occurs first. Alternative methods of compliance may be approved by EASA if properly substantiated.
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