# Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Helicopters
> **Rule** · Final rule; request for comments. · Published 2016-07-05 · Effective 2016-07-20 · 81 FR 43479
## Document
- **Document number:** 2016-15624
- **Category:** airworthiness
- **Manufacturer:** Airbus
- **Type:** Rule
- **Action:** Final rule; request for comments.
- **Citation:** 81 FR 43479
- **Publication date:** 2016-07-05
- **Effective date:** 2016-07-20
- **FAA docket:** Docket No. FAA-2016-8032
## Abstract

We are publishing a new airworthiness directive (AD) for Airbus Helicopters Model AS332L2 and Model EC225LP helicopters, which was sent previously to all known U.S. owners and operators of these helicopters. This AD immediately prohibits flight of all Model AS332L2 and EC225LP helicopters. This AD is prompted by an accident involving an EC225LP helicopter in which the main rotor hub (MRH) detached from the main gearbox (MGB). These actions are intended to prevent failure of the main rotor system and subsequent loss of control of the helicopter.

## Source
- [Federal Register document](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2016/07/05/2016-15624/airworthiness-directives-airbus-helicopters)
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