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Federal Register · May 2, 2025
The title they went with Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Helicopters Noisy translates that to

Older Airbus helicopters must get new tail rotor inspections

What happened
The US aviation regulator now requires new inspections for older Airbus SA341G and SA342J helicopters. This means operators must check for corrosion on tail rotor drive shafts and replace them if needed.
Why it matters
Corrosion on a tail rotor drive shaft can cause a helicopter to crash. This new rule means that a specific fleet of older helicopters will now be safer to fly. It also means maintenance costs will go up for their operators.
The signal
Watch for any reports of these specific helicopter models failing inspections or requiring unexpected part replacements in the next 12-24 months.
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