AD 2017-22-05
Effective 12/11/2017 · Published 11/06/2017
Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Helicopters (Type Certificate Previously Held by Eurocopter France)
Summary
We are superseding Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2013-15-03 for Eurocopter France Model AS350B, AS350BA, AS350B1, AS350B2, AS350B3, AS350C, AS350D, and AS350D1 helicopters. AD 2013-15-03 required inspecting the hydraulic pump drive pulley bearing (bearing) for leaks, rust, overheating, and condition. This new AD adds a requirement to grease the bearing and inspect for bronze particles in the grease, and changes the i…