# Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Helicopters (Previously Eurocopter France) Helicopters
> **Rule** · Final rule. · Published 2016-12-29 · Effective 2017-02-02 · 81 FR 95854
## Document
- **Document number:** 2016-30020
- **Category:** airworthiness
- **Manufacturer:** Airbus
- **Type:** Rule
- **Action:** Final rule.
- **Citation:** 81 FR 95854
- **Publication date:** 2016-12-29
- **Effective date:** 2017-02-02
- **FAA docket:** Docket No. FAA-2014-0498
## Abstract

We are superseding airworthiness directive (AD) 2010-21-07 for Eurocopter France (now Airbus Helicopters) Model AS350B3 and EC130B4 helicopters. AD 2010-21-07 required inspecting the pilot's and co- pilot's throttle twist for proper operation of the contactors. This new AD retains the requirements of AD 2010-21-07, includes additional inspection procedures, and revises the inspection interval. These actions are intended to address the unsafe condition on these products.

## Source
- [Federal Register document](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2016/12/29/2016-30020/airworthiness-directives-airbus-helicopters-previously-eurocopter-france-helicopters)
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