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Business · 18/05/2011Updated: 10/17/2026 · 1 min read

EASA Issues New Airworthiness Directive for Eurocopter Helicopters

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The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has issued a new airworthiness directive (AD) for Eurocopter France (ECF) helicopters, specifically the AS350B, B1, B2, B3, BA, and EC130 B4 models, due to engine flameouts caused by a faulty starter-generator. The directive requires a new adjustment procedure to prevent engine failure and loss of control.

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