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EASA AD No.
: 2022-0168
Airworthiness Directive
AD No.: 2022-0168
Issued: 12 August 2022
Note: This Airworthiness Directive (AD) is issued by EASA, acting in accordance with Regulation
(EU) 2018/1139 on behalf of the European Union, its Member States and of the European third
countries that participate in the activities of EASA under Article 129 of that Regulation.
This AD is issued in accordance with Regulation (EU) 748/2012, Part 21.A.3B. In accordance with Regulation (EU) 1321/2014 Annex I Part M.A.301, or
Annex Vb Part ML.A.301, as applicable, the continuing airworthiness of an aircraft shall be ensured by accomplishing any applicable ADs. Consequently,
no person may operate an aircraft to which an AD applies, except in accordance with the requirements of that AD, unless otherwise specified by the
Agency [Regulation (EU) 1321/2014 Annex I Part M.A.303, or Annex Vb Part ML.A.303, as applicable] or agreed with the Authority of the State of Registry
[Regulation (EU) 2018/1139, Article 71 exemption].
Design Approval Holder’s Name: Type/Model designation(s):

AIRBUS HELICOPTERS DEUTSCHLAND GmbH EC135, EC635 and MBB-BK117 helicopters
AIRBUS HELICOPTERS EC 175 B and H160-B helicopters
Effective Date: 26 August 2022

TCDS Number(s): EASA.R.009, EASA.R.010, EASA.R.150 and EASA.R.516
Foreign AD: Not applicable
Supersedure: This AD supersedes EASA AD 2022-0143 dated 08 July 2022.
ATA – Rotorcraft Flight Manual – Section Emergency Procedures – Amendment

ATA 42 – Integrated Modular Avionics – Ethernet Network – Inspection
Manufacturer(s):
Airbus Helicopters Deutschland (AHD) GmbH, formerly Eurocopter Deutschland GmbH; Eurocopter
España S.A.; Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd.; and Airbus Helicopters (AH), formerly Eurocopter,
Eurocopter France
Applicability:
AHD EC135 P3H, EC135 T3H, EC635 P3H and EC635 T3H helicopters, all serial numbers (s/n);
AHD MBB-BK117 D-2, MBB-BK117 D-3 and MBB-BK117 D-3m helicopters, all variants, all s/n;
AH EC 175 B helicopters, all s/n; and
AH H160-B helicopters, all s/n.
Definitions:
For the purpose of this AD, the following definitions apply:
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The ASB: AH Alert Service Bulletin (ASB) EC135H-05A-001, ASB MBB-BK117 D-2-05A-003,
ASB MBB-BK117 D-3-05A-001, ASB EC175-05-00-0003 and ASB H160-46-31-0001, as applicable.
Maintenance mode test procedure: In accordance with the instructions of section 3.B.1 of the ASB
(EC135 and MBB-BK117 helicopters) or section ‘Accomplishment Procedure - 4.2’ of the ASB (EC 175
and H160 helicopters), as applicable.
Operational mode test procedure: In accordance with the instructions of section 3.B.3 of the ASB
(EC135 and MBB-BK117 helicopters) or section ‘Accomplishment Procedure - 4.4’ of the ASB (EC 175
and H160 helicopters), as applicable.
Troubleshooting instructions: In accordance with the instructions of sections 3.B.2 and 3.B.4 of the
ASB (EC135 and MBB-BK117 helicopters) or sections ‘Accomplishment Procedure - 4.3’ and
‘Accomplishment Procedure - 4.5’ of the ASB (EC 175 and H160 helicopters), as applicable.
Operational limitation: Prohibition to operate a helicopter in Instrument Meteorological Conditions

(IMC) and Night Visual Meteorological Conditions (VMC); and installation of a placard in the cockpit
in accordance with the instructions of the ASB.
The RFM emergency procedure: Rotorcraft Flight Manual (RFM) emergency procedure as identified
in Appendix 1 of this AD, as applicable.
Reason:
Occurrences have been reported of multiple Multi-Function Display (MFD) failures. Investigations
identified design deficiencies in the Ethernet network management of the Integrated Modular
Avionics suite (IMA), which caused MFD failures after damage to an Ethernet wiring connector
and/or an avionics equipment.
This condition, if not detected and corrected, could lead to reduced situational awareness of the
pilot, possibly resulting in reduced control of the helicopter.
Due to similarity of design, several types may be affected by similar failures. To address this
potential unsafe condition, AH issued the ASB, as defined in this AD, providing instructions for
inspections, and EASA issued AD 2022-0143 to require repetitive checks of the functional status of
the IMA Ethernet network and, depending on findings, accomplishment of applicable corrective
action(s), which may include an operational limitation.
Since that AD was issued, AH developed the RFM emergency procedure, as defined in this AD,
providing procedures to be applied in case of loss of all MFD. AH also issued, for affected
helicopters, updated RFM or RFM Temporary Revision, including the RFM emergency procedure.
For the reason described above, this AD retains the requirements of EASA AD 2022-0143, which is
superseded, and additionally requires incorporation of the RFM emergency procedure into the
applicable RFM.
This AD is still considered to be an interim action and further AD action may follow.
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Required Action(s) and Compliance Time(s):

Required as indicated, unless accomplished previously:
Inspection(s):
(1) Within 55 flight hours (FH) after 15 July 2022 [the effective date of EASA AD 2022-0143], and,
thereafter, at intervals not to exceed 110 FH, accomplish a check in accordance with the
maintenance mode test procedure, and in accordance with the operational mode test
procedure, as defined in this AD.
Corrective Action(s):
(2) If, during any check as required by paragraph (1) of this AD, any discrepancy, as identified in the
ASB, is detected, before next flight, accomplish the applicable corrective action(s) in accordance
with the troubleshooting instructions, as defined in this AD.
Additional Maintenance Requirements:

(3) From 15 July 2022 [the effective date of EASA AD 2022-0143], following accomplishment of any
maintenance task on a helicopter that includes disconnection and subsequent re-connection of
any connector of the IMA Ethernet network, or following any MFD failure, before next flight,
accomplish a check in accordance with the maintenance mode test procedure, and in
accordance with the operational mode test procedure, and, depending on findings, accomplish
the applicable corrective action(s) in accordance with the troubleshooting instructions.
Operational Limitation:
(4) If, after accomplishment of troubleshooting instructions as required by paragraph (2) or (3) of
this AD, as applicable, any discrepancy cannot be removed or corrected, before next flight,
implement the operational limitation, as defined in this AD, inform all flight crews and,
thereafter, operate the helicopter accordingly.
Alternative Method:
(5) Implementing the operational limitation on a helicopter as specified in paragraph (4) of this AD
is an acceptable alternative method to defer compliance with the requirements of paragraphs
(1) and (2) of this AD for that helicopter. Following accomplishment of the checks and
corrective action(s), as applicable, as required by paragraph (1) and (2) of this AD, the
operational limitation can be removed, provided any discrepancy has been removed or
corrected, as applicable.
Terminating Action(s):
(6) None.
RFM Amendment:
(7) Within 7 days after the effective date of this AD, amend the applicable RFM by incorporating
the RFM emergency procedure, as defined in this AD, inform all flight crews and, thereafter,
operate the helicopter accordingly.
(8) Amending the applicable RFM of a helicopter by incorporating the RFM revision as listed in
Table 1 of this AD, as applicable, or a later RFM revision which includes the same content as the
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RFM emergency procedure, is an acceptable method to comply with the requirements of

paragraph (7) of this AD for that helicopter.
Table 1 – RFM Revisions
Helicopter RFM Revision

Type/Model
EC135 P3H EC135 P3H Flight Manual, Effectivity: HLX Step 2+, Rev. 19.4
EC135 P3H Flight Manual, Effectivity: HLX Step 3.1, Rev. 19.4
EC135 P3H Flight Manual Supplement 9.1-4 Effectivity: HLX Step 3.1, Rev. 1.1
EC135 T3H EC135 T3H Flight Manual, Effectivity: HLX Step 2+, Rev. 20.2
EC135 T3H Flight Manual, Effectivity: HLX Step 3.1, Rev. 20.2
EC135 T3H Flight Manual Supplement 9.1-4 Effectivity: HLX Step 3.1, Rev. 1.1
EC635 P3H EC635 P3H Flight Manual, Effectivity: HLX Step 2+, Rev. 19.4
EC635 P3H Flight Manual, Effectivity: HLX Step 3.1, Rev. 19.4
EC635 P3H Flight Manual Supplement 9.1-4 Effectivity: HLX Step 3.1, Rev. 1.1
EC635 T3H EC635 T3H Flight Manual, Effectivity: HLX Step 2+, Rev. 20.2
EC635 T3H Flight Manual, Effectivity: HLX Step 3.1, Rev. 20.2
EC635 T3H Flight Manual Supplement 9.1-4 Effectivity: HLX Step 3.1, Rev. 1.1
MBB-BK117 D-2 BK117 D-2 FLM HLX 2, Rev. 25.2
MBB-BK117 D-2m BK117 D-2 FLM HLX 2, Rev. 16.2
MBB-BK117 D-3 BK117 D-3 FLM, Rev. 14.1
MBB-BK117 D-3m BK117 D-3m FLM, Rev. 12.1
EC 175 B EC175 B RFM, Basic RFM Edition 2, Temporary Revision 14A
H160-B Paper format: RFM H160-B issue dated 29 June 2022 (approval reference
2983)
e-RFM data package: AIRCREW H160-000 dated 29 June 2022 (approval
reference 2984)
Ref. Publications:
AH ASB EC135H-05A-001 original issue dated 07 July 2022.
AH ASB MBB-BK117 D-2-05A-003 original issue dated 07 July 2022.
AH ASB MBB-BK117 D-3-05A-001 original issue dated 07 July 2022.
AH ASB EC175-05-00-0003 original issue dated 07 July 2022.
AH ASB H160-46-31-0001 original issue dated 07 July 2022.
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The use of later approved revisions of the above-mentioned documents is acceptable for
compliance with the requirements of this AD.
Remarks:
1. If requested and appropriately substantiated, EASA can approve Alternative Methods of
Compliance for this AD.
2. Based on the required actions and the compliance time, EASA have decided to issue a Final AD
with Request for Comments, postponing the public consultation process until after publication.
3. Enquiries regarding this AD should be referred to the EASA Safety Information Section,
Certification Directorate. E-mail: [email protected].
4. Information about any failures, malfunctions, defects or other occurrences, which may be
similar to the unsafe condition addressed by this AD, and which may occur, or have occurred on
a product, part or appliance not affected by this AD, can be reported to the EU aviation safety
reporting system. This may include reporting on the same or similar components, other than
those covered by the design to which this AD applies, if the same unsafe condition can exist or
may develop on an aircraft with those components installed. Such components may be
installed under an FAA Parts Manufacturer Approval (PMA), Supplemental Type Certificate
(STC) or other modification.
5. For any question concerning the technical content of the requirements in this AD, please
contact:
Airbus Helicopters Deutschland GmbH, Industriestrasse 4, 86609 Donauwörth, Federal Republic
of Germany, Telephone: + 33 (0)4 42 85 97 97;
Web portal: https://airbusworld.helicopters.airbus.com
E-mail: [email protected].
Airbus Helicopters (Technical Support) at:

Web portal: https://airbusworld.helicopters.airbus.com
E-mail: [email protected], or Telephone +33 (0)4 42 85 97 89.
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Appendix 1 – RFM Emergency Procedure
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MBB-BK117 (all models / variants)

Loss of all MFD
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MBB-BK117 (all models / variants)

Loss of all MFD
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EC 135 / EC635 (all models / variants)

Loss of all MFD
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EC 135 / EC635 (all models / variants)

Loss of all MFD
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EC 175 B
Loss of all MFD
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EC 175 B
Loss of all MFD
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H160-B
Loss of all MFD
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Loss of all MFD
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Loss of all MFD
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EASA AD No.

Design Approval Holder’s Name: Type/Model designation(s):

Effective Date: 26 August 2022

ATA – Rotorcraft Flight Manual – Section Emergency Procedures – Amendment

AH EC 175 B helicopters, all s/n; and

AH H160-B helicopters, all s/n.

Operational limitation: Prohibition to operate a helicopter in Instrument Meteorological Conditions

Required Action(s) and Compliance Time(s):

Additional Maintenance Requirements:

RFM emergency procedure, is an acceptable method to comply with the requirements of

Table 1 – RFM Revisions

Helicopter RFM Revision

AH ASB MBB-BK117 D-2-05A-003 original issue dated 07 July 2022.

AH ASB MBB-BK117 D-3-05A-001 original issue dated 07 July 2022.

AH ASB EC175-05-00-0003 original issue dated 07 July 2022.

AH ASB H160-46-31-0001 original issue dated 07 July 2022.

Airbus Helicopters (Technical Support) at:

Appendix 1 – RFM Emergency Procedure

MBB-BK117 (all models / variants)

MBB-BK117 (all models / variants)

EC 135 / EC635 (all models / variants)

EC 135 / EC635 (all models / variants)

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