Eurocopter France to Adopt New Airworthiness Directive for AS350B, BA, B1, B2, B3, C, D, D1, AS355E, F, F1, F2, and N Helicopters

Summary

The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has issued a new airworthiness directive (AD) for Eurocopter France's AS350B, BA, B1, B2, B3, C, D, D1, AS355E, F, F1, F2, and N helicopters, following reports of cracks and failures in the sliding door rear roller support shaft. The directive aims to address the unsafe condition of a separated sliding door in flight, which could lead to damage from rotor system contact.