Eurocopter’s EC225 helicopters to resume services globally this month Eurocopter will resume services of EC225 this month, following an approval of its prevention Safety Agency (EASA), stated a release. These safety measures were developed by Eurocopter after an extensive investigation into the main gear box shaft failures of two EC225 helicopters in the North Sea in 2012. EASA’s validation was followed by the UK Civil Aviation Authority’s lifting of operational restrictions on the same day, with the Civil Aviation Authority of Norway taking the step on July 19. This allows the full return to service of EC225s worldwide. EASA has also validated modifications to the EC225’s main gear box emergency lubrication system that ensure its full performance throughout the flight. “I am convinced that the designed and approved measures are the right ones, allowing a safe return to service of the entire fleet. Eurocopter’s teams remain entirely mobilised to support our customers in the return to service and full availability of their EC225s. Together, we are committed to a shared priority – safety first,” said Guillaume Faury, President and CEO, Eurocopter. Certain EC225 operations were affected by the national authorities’ restrictions, particularly for North Sea offshore oil and gas transportation missions, while other helicopters continued flying with initial safety measures defined by Eurocopter. Eurocopter is now supporting helicopter operators as they modify the aircraft in accordance with EASA’s airworthiness directive, enabling the full EC225 return to flight. (source: travel biz monitor)
Posted on: Wed, 24 Jul 2013 04:37:49 +0000
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