EASA AD 2022-0047-CN
CANCELLED: Fuselage — Tailboom Attachment — Inspection / Replacement
Summary
EASA Airworthiness Directive Cancellation Notice 2022-0047-CN is an official cancellation of the previous EASA AD 2022-0047 concerning inspection and replacement of tailboom attachment components on Bell Textron Inc. 212 and 412 helicopters. The cancellation applies to specific serial numbers of these helicopter models and relates to tailboom attachment bolts and barrel nuts. This notice confirms that the FAA AD 2024-16-19 supersedes the requirements previously mandated by EASA AD 2022-0047.
What Changed
EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0047 has been cancelled due to the issuance of FAA AD 2024-16-19, which addresses the unsafe condition with additional actions. As a result, EASA AD 2022-0047 is no longer required and has been officially withdrawn. No further actions are mandated by EASA under this cancellation notice.
Why It Matters
This cancellation is important for aviation professionals because it consolidates regulatory requirements under the FAA AD 2024-16-19, ensuring harmonized compliance for operators of Bell 212 and 412 helicopters. It reduces duplication of inspections and maintenance actions, streamlining compliance efforts for maintenance, repair, and overhaul organizations and operators. Understanding this change helps avoid unnecessary work and ensures adherence to the current safety standards.
What To Do
Affected operators and maintenance personnel should follow the requirements of FAA AD 2024-16-19 effective from 8 November 2024. No actions are required under EASA AD 2022-0047-CN itself, but stakeholders must ensure compliance with the FAA directive. Comments on this cancellation notice can be submitted to EASA by 28 November 2024 if desired.