FAA Requires Repairs on Airbus Helicopters to Fix Hook Risk
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The FAA is issuing a final rule requiring owners and operators of specific Airbus helicopters to repair or replace a hook component. The directive applies to all MBB-BK 117 C-2 and MBB-BK 117 D-2 models registered in the United States.
Why it matters: This rule ensures the hoist mechanism on these helicopters remains safe for operation. For owners, it means scheduling maintenance to complete the work by the compliance date. The FAA estimates the modification will cost about $3,630 per helicopter, while the replacement option costs around $23,952. The total estimated cost for the U.S. fleet is approximately $664,000.
Who it affects
- Owners and operators of Airbus Helicopters MBB-BK 117 C-2 and D-2 models.
The Federal Aviation Administration published this final airworthiness directive in the Federal Register; operators should verify the specific part numbers and compliance deadlines in the full text before planning maintenance.
Agency: Transportation Department, Federal Aviation Administration
Source: Federal Register — read the official document