EASA AD 2019-0228
Equipment / Furnishings — Electric Hoist Installation — Modification
EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0228 addresses the electric hoist installation modification on Airbus Helicopters AS 350 and AS 355 models. It targets electric hoists manufactured by BREEZE, TRW, LUCAS, or AIR EQUIPEMENT installed with specific hoist boxes, ensuring proper electrical modifications are applied to guarantee emergency release functionality. The directive mandates verification and correction of the hoist electrical system to prevent failure in emergency cable release.