EASA 2023-0172

Requires replacement of the hoist shear toggle switch equip support for AS332L1 helicopters and its modification and re-identification for EC 225LP helicopters. Prompted by a finding that the hoist operator's helmet cord can entangle with the hoist cable cut control toggle switch located on the cabin wall in front of the right-hand main sliding door. If not corrected, could lead to unintentional activation of the hoist cable cutter during a hoisting operation and in-flight release of the hoisted external load.