Equipment / Furnishings — Hoist Attachment Fittings — Inspection
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What to do
Operators of Airbus Helicopters AS 332 C, C1, L, L1, and L2 must inspect all affected hoist attachment fittings before the next hoist operation or within 30 days of 28 January 2022, whichever occurs first. If any cracks are detected, the affected fitting must be replaced before further hoist use. Installation of affected fittings is only permitted if the part is new or has passed the required inspection prior to the next flight.
Summary
EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0016-E is an emergency directive addressing inspection requirements for hoist attachment fittings on Airbus Helicopters AS 332 models C, C1, L, L1, and L2. The directive targets specific front upper, rear upper, and lower hoist attachment fittings with part numbers 332A87-1116-21, 332A87-1117-20, and 332A87-1176-20 respectively. It mandates inspections to detect cracks that could compromise structural integrity and lead to in-flight detachment of the hoist support.
What changed
This new emergency airworthiness directive introduces a one-time inspection requirement for affected hoist attachment fittings on specified Airbus Helicopters AS 332 models. It requires immediate inspection before the next hoist operation or within 30 days and mandates replacement of any cracked fittings found. The directive also allows installation of new or inspected fittings only if they pass the inspection criteria.
Why it matters
This directive is critical for maintaining the structural integrity of hoist attachment fittings, which are essential for safe hoist operations. Failure to detect cracks could result in in-flight detachment of the hoist, posing serious safety risks to the helicopter and personnel being hoisted. Operators, maintenance organizations, and compliance teams must ensure timely inspections and corrective actions to prevent accidents and comply with regulatory requirements.
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