Time Limits / Maintenance Checks — Airworthiness Limitations Section — Amendment
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What to do
Operators of Airbus Helicopters H160-B must replace components before exceeding life limits and perform all maintenance tasks within specified intervals as per ALS Revision 016 starting from 10 December 2024. They must revise the approved Aircraft Maintenance Programme within 12 months of the effective date to include the updated limitations and tasks. Any discrepancies found during maintenance must be corrected before the next flight, following Airbus Helicopters' approved instructions.
Summary
EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0223 is an amendment addressing the time limits and maintenance checks for Airbus Helicopters H160-B helicopters. It mandates compliance with the Airworthiness Limitations Section (ALS) Revision 016 to ensure continued airworthiness of all H160-B serial numbers. The directive applies to all configurations of the H160-B helicopter and requires adherence to updated maintenance tasks and life limits.
What changed
EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0223 introduces the requirement to comply with the latest AH H160-B ALS Revision 016, which includes new and more restrictive maintenance tasks and life limits compared to previous revisions. This AD enforces replacement of components before exceeding life limits and mandates updating the Aircraft Maintenance Programme (AMP) within 12 months to incorporate these changes. It also clarifies corrective actions in case of discrepancies found during maintenance.
Why it matters
This directive is critical for operators and maintenance organizations to prevent unsafe conditions by ensuring all maintenance tasks and life limits are up to date and strictly followed. Compliance with the updated ALS helps maintain the airworthiness and safety of the H160-B fleet. It also streamlines record-keeping by allowing AMP revision to serve as proof of compliance, reducing administrative burden.
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