Helicopter Owners: Check Anchors for Rust, FAA Demands Now
Published Date: 8/22/2025
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Summary
If you fly Airbus Helicopters AS332L series or EC225LP models, listen up! The FAA wants you to check your emergency sea anchor for rust and replace it if needed to keep things safe. This quick fix helps avoid trouble and keeps your chopper ready to roll without breaking the bank.
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Mandatory sea-anchor inspection for Airbus models
If you operate an Airbus Helicopters Model AS332L, AS 332L1, AS 332L2, or EC 225LP, the FAA requires you to inspect the emergency sea anchor for corrosion and replace the sea anchor if the inspection shows it is corroded. The directive was prompted by a report of a corroded emergency sea anchor pin and is intended to address that unsafe condition.
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