Airbus helicopters must get their tail rotors inspected, or grounded
What happened
The US aviation regulator is requiring inspections of a specific part on all Airbus EC 130 B4 and EC 130 T2 helicopters. This is because a tail rotor broke off one of these helicopters, causing heavy damage.
Why it matters
Helicopter operators must now check a specific part on their Airbus EC 130 B4 and EC 130 T2 models. If the part is damaged, they must replace it. This means these helicopters cannot fly until they pass inspection or get the part replaced.
The signal
Watch for any reports of grounded helicopters or delays in service for these specific Airbus models as operators comply with the new inspection requirements.