# Airworthiness Directives; Eurocopter France Helicopters
> **Rule** · Final rule. · Published 2013-05-01 · Effective 2013-06-05 · 78 FR 25365
## Document
- **Document number:** 2013-09436
- **Category:** airworthiness
- **Manufacturer:** Eurocopter France
- **Type:** Rule
- **Action:** Final rule.
- **Citation:** 78 FR 25365
- **Publication date:** 2013-05-01
- **Effective date:** 2013-06-05
- **FAA docket:** Docket No. FAA-2009-0951
## Abstract

We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for Eurocopter France (Eurocopter) Model AS350B, AS350BA, AS350B1, AS350B2, AS350B3, AS350C, AS350D, AS350D1, AS355E, AS355F, AS355F1, AS355F2, and AS355N helicopters. This AD requires visual and dye penetrant inspections for cracks in the rear roller support shaft (shaft) and rear fitting (fitting) of the sliding door, and replacing the shaft or fitting if there is a crack. This AD's actions are prompted by reports of cracks in the shaft and the fitting and are intended to prevent the loss of the sliding door, which could come into contact with the rotor system, leading to damage to the helicopter and loss of helicopter control.

## Source
- [Federal Register document](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2013/05/01/2013-09436/airworthiness-directives-eurocopter-france-helicopters)
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