Safety issue

Safety issue description

Installation of new cargo door seals resulted in the cargo door being held outside of the flushness requirement specified in the aircraft maintenance manual

Issue number AO-2009-073-SI-01
Issue owner Helicopter owner
Transport function Aircraft Maintenance
Date issue released 11/04/2011

Safety action

Action type Safety advisory notice
Action number AO-2009-073-SAN-048
Action date 11/04/2011
Action description

Installation of new cargo door seals resulted in the cargo door being held outside of the flushness requirement specified in the aircraft maintenance manual.

The Australian Transport Safety Bureau advises that all operators of Eurocopter AS350 aircraft should consider the safety implications of this safety issue and take action where considered appropriate. In particular, operators are encouraged to review the appropriate sections of the aircraft maintenance manual and give consideration to the cargo door improved locking mechanism detailed in SB 52.00.25 and SB 52.00.26.

ATSB response

N/A

Action status Closed