Airworthiness Directives; Eurocopter France Model EC 155B Helicopters
airworthiness · Rule · Final rule. · Published 2002-11-12 · Effective 2002-12-17 · 67 FR 68505
Document
Document number
02-28410
Federal Register citation
67 FR 68505
Type
Rule
Action
Final rule.
Category
airworthiness
Manufacturer
Eurocopter France Model EC 155B
Publication date
2002-11-12
Effective date
2002-12-17
FAA docket
Docket No. 2002-SW-26-AD
Abstract
This amendment adopts a new airworthiness directive (AD) for the specified Eurocopter France (ECF) model helicopters that requires inspecting and adjusting, if necessary, the position of the locking pins on each pilot, co-pilot, and passenger-hinged and sliding door (door) initially and each time a door is replaced. This amendment is prompted by two reports of inadvertent opening of the passenger-hinged doors in flight due to improper adjustment of the door-locking mechanism. The actions specified by this AD are intended to prevent loss of a door in flight, contact with the main rotor or tail rotor, and subsequent loss of helicopter control.