Manufacturer
Airbus Helicopters
Number
FAA 2023-14-06
Model(s)
EC120B, EC130B4, and EC130T2
Published Date
Effective Date
Summary
For helicopters with certain part-numbered landing gear assemblies, AD requires visually inspecting for cracks and corrosion; borescope inspecting; and, if required, removing corrosion, measuring thickness, interpreting results of the measurements, applying chemical conversion coating and primer, and removing affected parts and subassemblies, including front or rear crossbeam or left- or right-hand skid assembly, from service and replacing with airworthy parts. Also allows an affected part or affected part subassembly to be installed on a helicopter if specified actions are accomplished. Prompted by a report of corrosion detected on certain landing gear assemblies.
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