EASA Regulations & Airworthiness Directives

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EASA AD 2023-0143

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks — Airworthiness Limitations Section — Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0143 is an amendment concerning the Airbus Helicopters AS 332 L model. It mandates compliance with the updated Airworthiness Limitations Section (ALS) for time limits and maintenance checks to ensure continued airworthiness. This directive replaces previous maintenance instructions with a more current and segregated ALS document.

Jul 14, 2023

Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters SA 330Airbus Helicopters AS 332Airbus Helicopters EC 225Airbus Helicopters AS 332 L

EASA AD 2023-0145

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks — Airworthiness Limitations Section — Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0145 is an amendment addressing the time limits and maintenance checks in the Airworthiness Limitations Section for Airbus Helicopters AS 332 C models. It mandates compliance with the updated Airworthiness Limitations Section issued by Airbus Helicopters, which contains mandatory maintenance tasks and service life limits to ensure continued airworthiness of these helicopters.

Jul 14, 2023

Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters SA 330Airbus Helicopters AS 332Airbus Helicopters EC 225Airbus Helicopters AS 332 C

EASA AD 2021-0139R1

Doors — Cabin Lateral Sliding Plug Door Emergency Jettisoning System — Inspection / Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0139R1 is an updated regulatory requirement addressing the inspection and modification of the cabin lateral sliding plug door emergency jettisoning system on Airbus Helicopters AS 332 C, C1, L, and L1 models. It mandates repetitive inspections and eventual modification of the door release system to prevent jamming during emergency jettisoning. The directive applies to helicopters equipped with specific modifications and service bulletins related to the door mechanism.

May 10, 2023

Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters SA 330Airbus Helicopters AS 332Airbus Helicopters EC 225Airbus Helicopters AS 332 CAirbus Helicopters AS 332 C1Airbus Helicopters AS 332 LAirbus Helicopters AS 332 L1

EASA AD 2023-0095

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2024-0045

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0095 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus Helicopters AS 332 (C, C1, L, L1, L2) and EC 225 LP models. It addresses a safety concern related to cracks found on the right-hand side fuel filter bowl, which could lead to dual engine shutdown and reduced helicopter control. The directive mandates inspection and possible replacement of specific fuel filter parts to ensure continued airworthiness.

May 8, 2023

Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters SA 330Airbus Helicopters AS 332Airbus Helicopters EC 225

EASA AD 2023-0076

Fuselage — Main Gearbox Suspension Bar Attachment Plates — Inspection / Measurement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0076 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus Helicopters SA 330 J and AS 332 C, C1, L, and L1 models. It mandates inspection and measurement of the main gearbox suspension bar attachment plates to detect incorrect installation of parts originally designed for other helicopter models. The directive aims to prevent potential structural damage and failure of load-carrying elements in the fuselage.

Apr 11, 2023

Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters SA 330Airbus Helicopters AS 332Airbus Helicopters EC 225Airbus Helicopters SA 330 JAirbus Helicopters AS 332 CAirbus Helicopters AS 332 C1Airbus Helicopters AS 332 LAirbus Helicopters AS 332 L1

EASA AD 2023-0049

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2023-0076

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0049 is an airworthiness directive issued for Airbus Helicopters AS 332 C, C1, L, and L1 models. It mandates inspection and measurement of the main gearbox suspension bar attachment plates to ensure correct installation and structural integrity. The directive addresses potential unsafe conditions caused by incorrect installation of attachment plates originally designed for other helicopter models.

Mar 7, 2023

EASA AD 2021-0012R1

Windows — Jettisoning System — Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0012R1 is a regulatory update addressing the windows jettisoning system modification for Airbus Helicopters AS 332 and EC 225 models. It applies to various AS 332 variants and EC 225 LP helicopters, focusing on preventing difficulties in jettisoning windows during emergencies. The directive mandates modifications to the window jettisoning system to ensure safe evacuation.

Feb 25, 2023

Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters SA 330Airbus Helicopters AS 332Airbus Helicopters EC 225

EASA AD 2023-0042

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2024-0205

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0042 is issued for Airbus Helicopters EC 225 LP models, addressing the inspection, rework, and service life limits of the main rotor rotating swashplate yokes (Part Numbers 332A31-3074-00 and 332A31-3074-01). This directive mandates inspections and corrective actions to prevent cracks caused by environmental assisted cracking, which could lead to structural failure and loss of helicopter control.

Feb 23, 2023

Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters SA 330Airbus Helicopters AS 332Airbus Helicopters EC 225Airbus Helicopters EC 225 LP

EASA AD 2023-0030

Lights — Landing Search Lights — Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0030 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus Helicopters EC 225 LP models. It addresses the modification of landing search lights, specifically the additional and optional search light with part number 4307405, to ensure proper electrical bonding. The directive applies to all EC 225 LP helicopters except those with modification MC29201 already incorporated during production.

Feb 2, 2023

Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters SA 330Airbus Helicopters AS 332Airbus Helicopters EC 225Airbus Helicopters EC 225 LP

EASA AD 2022-0220

Equipment / Furnishings — Main Rotor Flight Controls / Shear-Button Safety-Cap — Operational Check

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0220 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency addressing the operational check of the main rotor flight controls' hoist shear-button safety-cap on Airbus Helicopters models AS 355, AS 365, SA 365, EC 155, AS 332, and EC 225 LP. The directive targets helicopters equipped with hoist provisions and focuses on ensuring the proper functioning of the safety-cap spring to prevent inadvertent activation of the hoist shear-button. It applies to specific collective pitch handles identified by part numbers listed in the directive.

Nov 16, 2022

Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters AS 355Airbus Helicopters SA 330Airbus Helicopters AS 332Airbus Helicopters EC 225Airbus Helicopters SAAirbus Helicopters AS 365Airbus Helicopters EC 155Airbus Helicopters AS355Airbus Helicopters AS365Airbus Helicopters SA365Airbus Helicopters EC155Airbus Helicopters AS332Airbus Helicopters EC225

EASA AD 2022-0140

Rotor Drive(s) — Main Gearbox Flange Assemblies / Couplings — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0140 is an airworthiness directive addressing Airbus Helicopters SA 330 J helicopters. It mandates inspection of the main gearbox flange assembly couplings, specifically part number 330A32-9392-01, due to a risk of incorrect assembly that could impair drive transmission from the engines to the main gearbox.

Jul 7, 2022

Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters SA 330Airbus Helicopters AS 332Airbus Helicopters EC 225Airbus Helicopters SA 330 J

EASA AD 2022-0130-E

Main Rotor — Hub Sleeves — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0130-E is an emergency directive addressing the inspection of main rotor hub sleeves, part number 332A31-3071-00, installed on Airbus Helicopters EC 225 LP models. The directive mandates inspections and corrective actions to detect and mitigate fatigue cracks caused by corrosion pits on these components. It applies to all EC 225 LP helicopters regardless of serial number.

Jun 30, 2022

Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters SA 330Airbus Helicopters AS 332Airbus Helicopters EC 225Airbus Helicopters EC 225 LP

EASA AD 2022-0012R1

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks — Airworthiness Limitations / Mechanical Part Torque Cycles — Re-calculation / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0012R1 is a regulatory document addressing the recalculation and replacement of mechanical parts based on torque cycles for Airbus Helicopters AS 332 C, C1, L, and L1 models. It mandates updated methods to record torque cycles to prevent underestimation that could lead to structural failure. The directive applies to specific mechanical parts identified by part numbers and requires compliance with revised service life limits.

Jun 30, 2022

EASA AD 2022-0104

Main Rotor — Mast / Screws / Cover Plate — Replacement / Inspection / Oil Sample Analysis

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0104 is an airworthiness directive applicable to all Airbus Helicopters EC 225 LP helicopters. It addresses issues related to the main rotor mast (MRM), specifically the mast screws and cover plate, requiring replacement, inspection, and oil sample analysis to ensure continued airworthiness. The directive aims to prevent corrosion and potential failure of critical parts in the main gearbox caused by water ingress due to improper installation of the MRM cover plate and incorrect screws.

Jun 9, 2022

Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters SA 330Airbus Helicopters AS 332Airbus Helicopters EC 225Airbus Helicopters EC 225 LP

EASA AD 2022-0087

Fuel — Engine Fuel Supply Hoses — Inspection / Modification / Re-tightening

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-00087 is an airworthiness directive addressing Airbus Helicopters EC 225 LP models. It focuses on inspection, modification, and re-tightening requirements for the left-hand side engine fuel supply hoses, specifically part numbers 704A34416087 and the improved 704A34416101. The directive aims to prevent fuel flow restrictions caused by twisted hoses that could lead to engine power loss.

May 16, 2022

Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters SA 330Airbus Helicopters AS 332Airbus Helicopters EC 225Airbus Helicopters EC 225 LP

EASA AD 2022-0072

Doors — VIP Flap Doors / Emergency Jettisoning System — Placard Installation

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0072 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus Helicopters EC 225 LP models with specific serial numbers. The directive mandates the installation of a placard with emergency jettisoning instructions on the right-hand side VIP flap door to ensure proper operation during ditching scenarios. This AD addresses safety concerns related to evacuation in emergency situations.

Apr 26, 2022

Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters SA 330Airbus Helicopters AS 332Airbus Helicopters EC 225Airbus Helicopters EC 225 LP

EASA AD 2022-0056

Rotors Flight Control — Main Rotor Controls / Collective Levers / Stop Support Protection — Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0056 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus Helicopters SA 330 J models. It addresses a potential flight control issue related to the main rotor controls, specifically the collective lever's secondary stop covering plate. The directive mandates a modification to ensure continued safe operation of the affected helicopters.

Mar 24, 2022

Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters SA 330Airbus Helicopters AS 332Airbus Helicopters EC 225Airbus Helicopters SA 330 J

EASA AD 2019-0074R1

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2023-0042

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0042 addresses safety requirements for Airbus Helicopters models SA 330, AS 332, and EC 225. This directive supersedes previous related directives to ensure continued airworthiness and operational safety of these helicopter types. It provides updated instructions for inspection, maintenance, or modification as necessary.

Mar 8, 2022

Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters SA 330Airbus Helicopters AS 332Airbus Helicopters EC 225

EASA AD 2022-0021

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2023-0147

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0021 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus Helicopters AS 332 L2 and EC 225 LP models. It addresses the recalculation of life limits, replacement, and modification requirements for main gearbox suspension bar pins, fittings, and related plates. The directive ensures continued airworthiness by mandating updated maintenance and inspection procedures for these critical components.

Feb 1, 2022

Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtAirbus Helicopters SA 330Airbus Helicopters AS 332Airbus Helicopters EC 225Airbus Helicopters AS 332 L2Airbus Helicopters EC 225 LP

EASA AD 2022-0016-E

Equipment / Furnishings — Hoist Attachment Fittings — Inspection

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.

Jan 26, 2022