Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Helicopters

Official abstract: The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all Airbus Helicopters Model AS350B2, AS350B3, AS355N, AS355NP, and EC130B4 helicopters. This AD was prompted by a report of a release of the load on the cargo hook without manual release initiation by the pilot. This AD requires inspecting the load dropping control system, inspecting the manual release lever for free play, and, depending on the results, performing corrective actions. The FAA is issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.