Business · 30/07/2012Updated: 10/17/2026 · 1 min read

Eurocopter France Proposes New Airworthiness Directive for AS332C Helicopters to Inspect Main Rotor Head Bearing

Summary

Eurocopter France is proposing a new airworthiness directive for its AS332C helicopters to require a one-time inspection of the main rotor head bearing to prevent potential loss of control due to premature deterioration, following a report of a failed bearing on an AS332L1 helicopter.

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