Business · 05/08/2010

Airworthiness Directives; Eurocopter France Model EC 130 B4 Helicopters

The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has issued an airworthiness directive (AD) for Eurocopter France Model EC 130 B4 helicopters to address an in-flight incident where the emergency floatation gear inflated and warnings were activated. The directive requires inspections and repairs to prevent interference between electrical harnesses and fairing attachment screws.