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Wed, Nov 21, 2012

AD: Eurocopter Deutschland Helicopters

AD NUMBER: 2012-23-05

PRODUCT: All Eurocopter Deutschland GmbH (ECD) Model MBB-BK117 C-2 helicopters with certain Generator Control Units (GCU) installed.
SUBJECT: Airworthiness Directive 2012-23-05
ACTION: Final Rule

SUMMARY: This AD requires replacing the GCUs. This AD was prompted by reports of internal short circuits in certain GCUs. These actions are intended to prevent a short circuit, which could result in a loss of electrical generating power, loss of systems required for continued safe flight and landing, and subsequent loss of control of the helicopter.

DATES: This AD is effective December 26, 2012.

FMI: AD

 


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