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The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain models of Airbus Helicopters. This directive aims to improve safety by requiring the replacement of existing magnetic plugs in the main gear box with improved non-electrical magnetic plugs. These changes were prompted by the need to better collect metal particles, which could otherwise lead to the seizure of the main gear box and cause a loss of helicopter control. The directive, which becomes effective on April 1, 2021, references an AD from the European Union Aviation Safety Agency and provides guidelines for compliance.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a final rule regarding a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all Airbus Helicopters Model AS332L helicopters. This rule requires changes to the maintenance manuals to incorporate more restrictive airworthiness limitations, as specified by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA). These updates are intended to prevent the failure of critical parts that could lead to a loss of helicopter control. The rule becomes effective on May 2, 2025, but the FAA is open to receiving comments until June 2, 2025. There are no costs associated with compliance since these helicopters are not currently registered in the U.S.

The FAA has issued a new airworthiness directive for specific models of Airbus Helicopters Deutschland GmbH, including EC135 and its variants. This directive requires operators to remove certain Titanium (Ti) bolts, identified by specific part numbers and markings, from service and ban their installation on the forward tail rotor drive shaft. These actions were prompted by safety concerns following a report of a broken Ti-bolt, which could lead to reduced control of the helicopter. The rule is effective as of March 29, 2021, and aims to prevent possible helicopter control issues linked to these Ti-bolts.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all Airbus Helicopters Model H160-B helicopters due to reports of excessive movement in certain spherical bearings. The AD mandates measuring this movement and, based on results, carrying out corrective actions and reporting them. This directive aims to prevent safety risks associated with reduced helicopter control. The AD takes effect on January 17, 2025, and helicopter operators must comply by checking the bearings within a set timeframe and reporting the findings.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is proposing a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all Safran Helicopter Engines, Model ARRIUS 2B2. This proposal is in response to data indicating that a key engine component, the preference injector, may clog due to fuel coking, which could lead to engine failure and loss of helicopter control. The AD would require testing, possible replacement of the injector, and a software upgrade. The FAA invites public comments on this proposed rule by April 11, 2025.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is proposing a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all Airbus Helicopters Model AS332C, following updated safety limitations identified by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA). This proposed rule would require revisions to airworthiness limitations in the helicopters' maintenance manuals to prevent failure of critical parts, which could lead to loss of helicopter control. The FAA invites the public to comment on this proposal by May 5, 2025, and provides details on how to submit feedback. The proposed AD is part of ongoing efforts to enhance aviation safety by ensuring compliance with updated international safety standards.