Airworthiness Directives; Eurocopter France Model EC 155B Helicopters
airworthiness · Rule · Final rule; request for comments. · Published 2001-11-26 · Effective 2001-12-11 · 66 FR 58929
Document
Document number
01-29188
Federal Register citation
66 FR 58929
Type
Rule
Action
Final rule; request for comments.
Category
airworthiness
Manufacturer
Eurocopter France Model EC 155B
Publication date
2001-11-26
Effective date
2001-12-11
FAA docket
Docket No. 2001-SW-32-AD
Abstract
This amendment supersedes an airworthiness directive (AD) for Eurocopter France Model EC 155B helicopters that currently requires, before each flight, visually checking each sliding door to ensure that each door roller is inside its rail. This amendment requires modifying the cabin sliding door rails and replacing the roller fitting. This amendment is prompted by the development of a modification that mechanically restrains the roller within its rail. The actions specified by this AD are intended to prevent in-flight loss of a cabin sliding door, impact with the main rotor or fenestron, and subsequent loss of control of the helicopter.