EASA AD US-2022-22-12: NOT ADOPTED - EASA DECISION ATTACHED

What to do

Operators and maintenance providers should verify that any installation of STC SR01298NY on Leonardo AB412 helicopters is not authorized under EASA regulations. They must ensure compliance with EASA-approved STCs and airworthiness directives. For further guidance, stakeholders should contact the EASA Safety Information Section via the provided email.

Summary

The document titled NOT ADOPTED - EASA DECISION ATTACHED is an official position from EASA regarding FAA Airworthiness Directive 2022-22-12. This FAA AD applies to certain helicopters modified by FAA STC SR01298NY, including Bell Textron Inc. type designs and Leonardo AB412 helicopters. EASA has determined that FAA AD 2022-22-12 is not eligible for adoption within the European Union because the FAA STC SR01298NY is not validated by EASA for all affected helicopter types, specifically Leonardo AB412 helicopters.

What changed

This document communicates that EASA will not adopt FAA AD 2022-22-12 due to differences in STC validation scope and State of Design authority. It clarifies that the FAA AD applies to helicopter types beyond those approved by EASA, leading to non-adoption under EASA regulations. No new airworthiness requirements are introduced by EASA as a result.

Why it matters

This decision impacts operators and maintenance organizations within the EU by clarifying that FAA AD 2022-22-12 does not apply to Leonardo AB412 helicopters under EASA jurisdiction. It prevents the operation of AB412 helicopters with the FAA STC SR01298NY installed in the EU, ensuring compliance with validated modifications only. Compliance teams must be aware to avoid regulatory conflicts and ensure proper airworthiness management.

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