airworthiness · Rule · Final rule. · Published 2024-10-08 · Effective 2024-11-12 · 89 FR 81324
Document
Document number
2024-23137
Federal Register citation
89 FR 81324
Type
Rule
Action
Final rule.
Category
airworthiness
Manufacturer
Airbus
Publication date
2024-10-08
Effective date
2024-11-12
FAA docket
Docket No. FAA-2024-1686
Abstract
The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all Airbus Helicopters Model AS332C, AS332C1, AS332L, AS332L1, and SA330J helicopters. This AD was prompted by the installation of unapproved main gearbox (MGB) forward and rear suspension bar attachment plates. This AD requires inspecting or measuring the MGB forward and rear suspension bar attachment plates and, depending on the results, taking corrective action, as specified in a European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) AD, which is incorporated by reference. The FAA is issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.