airworthiness · Rule · Final rule. · Published 2020-04-06 · Effective 2020-05-11 · 85 FR 19077
Document
Document number
2020-07140
Federal Register citation
85 FR 19077
Type
Rule
Action
Final rule.
Category
airworthiness
Manufacturer
Airbus
Publication date
2020-04-06
Effective date
2020-05-11
FAA docket
Docket No. FAA-2018-0019
Abstract
The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for Airbus Helicopters Model AS332L2 and EC225LP helicopters. This AD requires determining the accumulated hours time-in-service (TIS) of certain part-numbered main gearbox (MGB) suspension bar attachment bolts and fittings, applying a life limit add-on factor, and inspecting the torque of certain MGB suspension bar attachment nuts. This AD was prompted by a report of torque loss on an MGB suspension bar bolt. The actions of this AD are intended to address an unsafe condition on these products.