EASA AD 2023-0075
Apr 7, 2023Stabilizers – Vertical Fin – Inspection; Placards and Markings – Interior Placards – Installation; Aircraft Flight Manual / Airspeed Limitations – Amendment
EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0075 is issued for Airbus Helicopters AS 350 and AS 355 models, addressing cracks found in the upper fin spar and fractured attachment screws. This directive mandates inspections, cleaning, and amendments to the Rotorcraft Flight Manual (RFM) to include a reduced never-exceed speed (Vne) for affected helicopters. The directive applies to all serial numbers of AS 355 E, F, F1, F2, N, NP helicopters and AS 350 B3 helicopters except those with modification MOD 073148.
Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
- Airbus Helicopters AS 350
- Airbus Helicopters EC 130
- Airbus Helicopters AS 355