- Holder
- Airbus Helicopters
- Revision
- 12
- Revised
- February 8, 2022
- Status
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- Product
- Aircraft · Rotorcraft
- Certification basis
- Part 21, Part 27
- Models
- 6
- Registered
- 35 aircraft
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Models · 6
| Model | Also known as | Note |
|---|---|---|
| AS355NP | Formerly Eurocopter France | |
| AS355N | Formerly Eurocopter France | |
| AS355F2 | Formerly Eurocopter France | |
| AS355F1 | Formerly Eurocopter France | |
| AS355E | Formerly Eurocopter France | |
| AS355F | Formerly Eurocopter France |
Airworthiness directives · 131
ADs whose products are models on this data sheet, matched by model and maker.
AD 2026-20-03Placards and MarkingsAD 2026-20-08Tail rotor drive systemAD 2026-16-03Tail Rotor Drive System
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Aerospatiale AS 355F19 registered aircraftAerospatiale AS 355F26 registered aircraftEurocopter/France AS355N TWINSTAR4 registered aircraft
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STC SH4716NMRedesign and relocation of cargo door hinges and relocation of cargo door latchSTC SR00219SEInstallation of a color video camera on either the left, right, or both upper outboard surfaces of the horizontal stabilizerSTC SR00242SEFabrication and Installation of a new instrument panel and pedestal
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION
H11EU
Revision 12
Airbus Helicopters
AS355E
AS355F
AS355F1
AS355F2
AS355N
AS355NP
February 8, 2022
TYPE CERTIFICATE DATA SHEET No. H11EU
This Data Sheet which is part of Type Certificate No. H11EU, prescribes conditions and limitations under which the product for
which the Type Certificate was issued meets the airworthiness requirements of the Federal Aviation Regulations.
Type Certificate Holder. Airbus Helicopters
Aeroport International Marseille Provence
13725 - Marignane - Cedex
France
TC Holder Record: Eurocopter France changed name to Airbus Helicopters on January 1, 2014.
I. Model AS355E "TWINSTAR" (Normal Category), November 20, 1981.
Engine. 2 ALLISON Model 250-C20F
Installed Engine Limits.
Torque
Gas
Generator
Speed
Exhaust
Gas
Temp.
Output
Shaft
Speed
Take-off (5 min)
Maximum Continuous
(two engines operative)
(one engine inoperative)
380 mN (73%)
380 mN (73%)
521 mN (100%)
53519 rpm
"
"
810ºC
738ºC
810ºC
6196 rpm
"
"
Engine gearbox Torque limit = 384 ft - lb (521 mN) = 100%
Refer to Flight Manual AS355E for transients.
Fuel. Refer to Flight Manual AS355E for approved fuels and additive specifications.
Helicopter Limits. Maximum (one engine inoperative):
Maximum (two engines operative):
100% (521 mN)
73% (380 mN)
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C.G. Range Longitudinal
Datum. Longitudinal = 133.8 in. forward of main rotor hub center
Lateral = Vertical plane passing longitudinally through main rotor hub center
Maximum Weight. 4628 lb (2100 kg)
Rotor Speed. Power-off
maximum = 425 rpm
minimum = 330 rpm
Power-on
= 390
= 375 to 394
rpm with both engine operating
rpm with one engine inoperative
Rotor Speed Warning. Aural at 360 rpm
Airspeed Limits. Never exceed speed VNE Power-on:
0 - 73% torque. 150 kts at zero pressure altitude.
Doors removed, 70 kts at zero pressure altitude.
73% - 78% torque. 55 kts at all altitudes.
Never exceed speed VNE Power-off:
120 kt at zero pressure-altitude
See Rotorcraft Flight Manual for decrease of these values with altitude and temperature.
Minimum Crew. 1 pilot at 60.62 in. - Starboard seat
Maximum Passenger. (5). 4 at 98.42 in.
1 at 60.62 in.
Maximum Baggage. Right baggage compartment = 220 lb at 125.98 in
Left baggage compartment = 264 lb at 125.908 in
Rear baggage compartment = 176 lb at 181.10 in
Main cabin (on rear = 682 lb at 88.58 in
(on LH forward = 330 lb at 61.02 in
3 of 16 H11EU
Fuel Capacity.
Front Tank Rear Tank
Total 88.1 U.S. gallons 106.5 U.S. gallons
Usable 87.2 U.S. gallons 105.7 U.S. gallons
C.G. Range 127.55 in 151.55 in
See NOTE 1 for data on unusable fuel.
Empty Weight CG Range. None
Leveling Means. Transmission support platform.
Oil Capacity. Engine
MGB
TGB
= 2 x 1.5 U.S. gallons at 140.5 in
= 2.9 U.S. gallons at 145.2 in
= 0.08 U.S. gallons at 379.5 in
Rotor Blades and Control For rigging information, refer to the AS 355 Maintenance Manual.
Movements.
II. Model AS 355-F "TWINSTAR" (Normal Category), November 20, 1981.
(Same as model AS355E except for maximum weight and dual hydraulic systems).
Engine. 2 ALLISON Model 250-C20F.
Installed Engine Limits.
Torque
Gas
Generator
Speed
Exhaust
Gas
Temp.
Output
Shaft
Speed
Take-off (5 min)
(two engines operative)
Maximum
Continuous (one engine operative)
380 mN (73%)
380 mN (73%)
521 mN (100%)
53519 rpm
"
"
810ºC
738ºC
810ºC
6196 rpm
"
"
Engine gearbox torque limit = 384 ft=lb (521 mN) = 100%
Refer to Flight Manual AS355F for transients.
Fuel. Refer to Flight Manual AS355F for approved fuels and additive specification.
Helicopter Limits. Maximum (one engine inoperative): 100% (521 mN)
Maximum (two engines operative): 73% (380 mN)
C.G. Range. Longitudinal
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Lateral - Right = 3.54 in
Left = 6.30 in
Datum. Longitudinal = 133.8 in. forward of main rotor hub center
Lateral = Vertical plane passing longitudinally through main rotor hub center
Maximum Weight. 5070 lb (2300 kg)
Rotor Speed. Power-off
maximum = 425 rpm
minimum = 330 rpm
Power-on
= 390
= 375 to 394
rpm with both engines operating
rpm with one engine inoperative
Rotor Speed Warning. Aural at 360 rpm
Airspeed Limits. Never exceed speed VNE Power-on:
150 kt at zero pressure altitude. Doors removed; 70 knots at zero pressure altitude.
Never exceed speed VNE Power-off
120 kt at zero pressure-altitude
See Rotorcraft Flight Manual for decrease of these values with altitude and temperature.
Minimum Crew. 1 pilot at 60.62 in. - Starboard seat
Maximum Passengers (5). 4 at 98.42 in.
1 at 60.62 in.
Maximum Baggage. Right baggage compartment = 220 lb at 125.98 in
Left baggage compartment = 264 lb at 125.908 in
Rear baggage compartment = 176 lb at 181.10 in
Main cabin (on rear = 682 lb at 88.58 in
(on LH forward = 330 lb at 61.02 in)
5 of 16 H11EU
Fuel Capacity.
Front Tank Rear Tank
Total 88.1 U.S. gallons 106.5 U.S. gallons
Usable 87.2 U.S. gallons 105.7 U.S. gallons
C.G. Range 127.55 in 151.55 in
See NOTE 1 for data on unusable fuel.
Empty Weight CG Range. None
Leveling Means. Transmission support platform.
Oil Capacity. Engine
MGB
TGB
= 2 x 1.5 U.S. gallons at 140.5 in
= 2.9 U.S. gallons at 145.2 in
= 0.08 U.S. gallons at 379.5 in
Rotor Blades and Control For rigging information, refer to the AS 355 Maintenance Manual.
Movements.
III. Model AS 355-F1 "TWINSTAR" (Normal Category), April 11, 1984.
Engine. 2 ALLISON Model 250-C20F
Installed Engine Limits.
Torque
Gas
Generator
Speed
Exhaust
Gas
Temp.
Output
Shaft
Speed
Take-off (5 min)
Maximum Continuous
(two engines operative)
(one engine operative)
406 mN (78%)
380 mN (73%)
521 mN (100%)
53,519 rpm
"
"
810ºC
738ºC
810ºC
6,196 rpm
"
"
Engine gearbox Torque limit = 384 ft=lb (521 mN) = 100%
Refer to Flight Manual AS355F1 for transients.
Fuel. Refer to Flight Manual AS355F1 for approved fuels and additive specifications.
Helicopter Limits. Maximum (one engine inoperative):
Maximum (two engines operative):
100% (521 mN)
78% (406 mN)
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C.G. Range. Longitudinal
Lateral - Right = 3.54 in
- Left = 6.30 in
Datum. Longitudinal
Lateral
= 133.8 in. forward of main rotor hub center
= Vertical plane passing longitudinally through main rotor hub
center.
Maximum Weight. 5291 lb (2400 kg)
Rotor Speed. Power-off
maximum = 425 rpm
minimum = 330 rpm
Power-on
= 390
= 375 to 394
rpm with both engines operating
rpm with one engine inoperative
Rotor Speed Warning. Aural at 360 rpm and 410 rpm.
Airspeed Limits. Never exceed speed VNE Power-on:
150 kt at zero pressure altitude. Doors removed; 70 knots at zero pressure altitude.
Never exceed speed VNE Power-off
120 kt at zero pressure-altitude
See Rotorcraft Flight Manual for decrease of these values with altitude
and temperature.
Minimum Crew. 1 pilot at 60.62 in. - Starboard seat
Maximum Passengers Standard(5). 4 at 98.42 in.
1 at 60.62 in.
Maximum passengers of 6 is available when the aircraft is equipped with the optional
two-place seat at 60.62 in. This optional item is to be used in accordance with the
associated Flight Manual supplement.
Maximum Baggage. Right baggage compartment = 220 lb at 125.98 in
Left baggage compartment = 264 lb at 125.908 in
Rear baggage compartment = 176 lb at 181.10 in
Main cabin (on rear = 682 lb at 88.58 in
(on LH forward = 330 lb at 61.02 in
7 of 16 H11EU
Fuel Capacity.
Front Tank Rear Tank
Total 88.1 U.S. gallons 106.5 U.S. gallons
Usable 87.2 U.S. gallons 105.7 U.S. gallons
C.G. Range 127.55 in 151.55 in
See NOTE for data on unusable fuel.
Empty Weight CG Range. None
Leveling Means. Transmission support platform
Oil Capacity. Engine
MGB
TGB
= 2 x 1.5 U.S. gallons at 140.5 in
= 2.9 U.S. gallons at 145.2 in
= 0.08 U.S. gallons at 379.5 in
Rotor Blades and Control For rigging information, refer to the AS 355 Maintenance Manual.
Movements.
IV. Model AS355F2 "TWINSTAR" (Normal Category), February 13, 1987.
(Same as AS355F1 except for maximum weight, external load maximum weight, yaw compensation system, etc.)
Engine. 2 ALLISON Model 250-C20F
Installed Engine Limits.
Torque
Gas
Generator
Speed
Exhaust
Gas
Temp.
Output
Shaft
Speed
Take-off (5 min)
Maximum Continuous
(two engines operative)
(one engine operative)
406 mN (78%)
380 mN (73%)
521 mN (100%)
53,519 rpm
"
"
810ºC
738ºC
810ºC
6,196 rpm
"
"
Engine gearbox Torque limit = 384 ft=lb (521 mN) = 100%
Refer to Flight Manual AS355F2 for transients.
Fuel. Refer to Flight Manual AS355F2 approved fuels and additive specification.
Helicopter Limits. Maximum (one engine inoperative):
Maximum (two engines operative):
100% (521 mN)
78% (406 mN)
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C.G. Range. Longitudinal
Lateral - Right
- Left
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= 6.30 in
Datum. Longitudinal
Lateral
= 133.8 in. forward of main rotor hub center
= Vertical plane passing longitudinally through main rotor hub center
Maximum Weight. 5600 lb (2540 Kg)
Rotor Speed. Power-off
maximum = 425 rpm
minimum = 330 rpm
Power-on
= 390
= 375 to 394
rpm with both engines operating
rpm with one engine inoperative
Rotor Speed Warning. Aural at 360 rpm and 410 rpm.
Airspeed Limits. Never exceed speed VNE Power-on:
150 kt zero pressure altitude. Doors open or removed: 70 knots at zero pressure altitude.
Never exceed speed VNE Power-off
120 kt at zero pressure-altitude
See Rotorcraft Flight Manual for decrease of these values with altitude and temperature.
Minimum Crew. 1 pilot at 60.62 in. - Starboard seat
Maximum Passengers Standard (5). 4 at 98.42 in.
1 at 60.62 in.
Maximum passengers of 6 is available when the aircraft is equipped with the optional
two-place seat at 60.62 in. This optional item is to be used in accordance with the
associated Flight Manual supplement.
Maximum Baggage. Right baggage compartment = 220 lb at 125.98 in
Left baggage compartment = 264 lb at 125.908 in
Rear baggage compartment = 176 lb at 181.10 in
Main cabin (on rear = 682 lb at 88.58 in
(on LH forward = 330 lb at 61.02 in
9 of 16 H11EU
Fuel Capacity.
Front Tank Rear Tank
Total 88.1 U.S. gallons 106.5 U.S. gallons
Usable 87.2 U.S. gallons 105.7 U.S. gallons
C.G. Range 127.55 in 151.55 in
See NOTE for data on unusable fuel.
Empty Weight CG Range. None
Leveling Means. Transmission support platform
Oil Capacity. Engine
MGB
TGB
= 2 x 1.5 U.S. gallons at 140.5 in
= 2.9 U.S. gallons at 145.2 in
= 0.08 U.S. gallons at 379.5 in
Rotor Blade and Control For rigging information, refer to the AS355 Maintenance Manual.
Movements.
V. Model AS355N "Twinstar" (Normal Category), October 15, 1992.
The major difference between the AS355N and AS355F series is the replacement of the Allison C250 engines with
Turbomeca Arrius 1 A engines.
Engine. 2 Turbomeca model Arrius 1 A controlled by a digital electronic control units.
Installed Engine Limits.
Torque
Gas
Generator
Speed
Exhaust
Gas
Temp.
Output
Shaft
Speed
Take-off (5 min)
Maximum Continuous
two engines operative
Maximum continuous
one engine operative
30 mn. one engine inoperative
2 mn. 30s one engine inoperative
406 mN (78%)*
380 mN (73%)*
521 mN (100%)*
599 mN (115%) *
683 mN (131%)
54,685 rpm
53,285 rpm
53,285 rpm
55,300 rpm
56,140 rpm
800ºC
765ºC
765ºC
800ºC
870ºC
6,256 rpm
6,256 rpm
6,256 rpm
6,256 rpm
6,256 rpm
* Torque limits of helicopter main gearbox
Engine gearbox torque limit = 521 mN (100% torque)
refer to Flight Manual AS355N for transients.
Fuel. Refer to Flight Manual AS355N for approved fuels and additive specifications.
Helicopter Limits. One engine inoperative:
Maximum continuous torque: 100% (521 mN)
30 mn. torque: 115% (599mN).
2mn 30s. torque: 131% (683 mN).
Two engines operative:
IAS < 55 Kts.: 78% (406 mN).
IAS > 55 Kts.: 73% (380 mN).
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C.G. Range. Longitudinal
Lateral - Right
- Left
= 0.09 m (3.54 in)
= 0.16 m (6.30 in)
Datum. Longitudinal = 3.40 m (133.8 in. forward of main rotor hub center)
Lateral = Vertical plane passing longitudinally through main rotor hub center.
Maximum Weight. 5732 lb (2600 kg)
Rotor Speed Limitations. Power-on flight
- two engines in operation: 390 (+ 4, -5) rpm
For IAS below 55 kt: 390 (+ 10, -5) rpm
- OEI : 375 to 394 rpm
Power-off flight
- max. 425 rpm (aural warning at 410 rpm)
- min. 330 rpm (aural warning at 360 rpm)
Airspeed Limits. Never exceed speed VNE Power-on:
150 kt zero pressure altitude.
Doors removed: see the flight manual (section 2.1, § 5.2.)
Never exceed speed VNE Power-off:
120 kt at zero pressure-altitude.
See Rotorcraft Flight Manual for decrease of these values with altitude
and temperature.
Minimum Crew. 1 pilot at 60.62 in. - Starboard seat.
Maximum Passenger Standard (5).
Maximum Baggage.
4 at 98.42 in.
1 at 60.62 in.
Maximum passengers of 6 is available when the aircraft is equipped with the optional
two-place seat at 60.62 in. This optional item is to be used in accordance with the
associated Flight Manual supplement.
Right baggage compartment = 220 lb at 125.98 in
Left baggage compartment = 264 lb at 125.908 in
Rear baggage compartment = 176 lb at 181.10 in
Main cabin (on rear = 682 lb at 88.58 in
(on LH forward = 330 lb at 61.02 in
11 of 16 H11EU
Fuel Capacity.
Front Tank Rear Tank
Total 88.1 U.S. gallons 106.5 U.S. gallons
Usable 87.2 U.S. gallons 105.7 U.S. gallons
C.G. Range 127.55 in 151.55 in
See NOTE 1 for data on unusable fuel.
Empty Weight CG Range. None
Leveling Means. Transmission support platform.
Oil Capacity. Engine
MGB
TGN
= 2 x 1.5 U.S. gallons at 140.5 in
= 2.9 U.S. gallons at 145.2 in
= 0.08 U.S. gallons at 379.5 in
Rotor Blade and Control For rigging information, refer to the AS 355 Maintenance Manual.
Movements.
VI. Model AS355NP "Twinstar" (Normal Category), January 9, 2008.
The major difference between the AS355NP and AS355N is the replacement of the Turbomeca Arrius 1A engines with
Turbomeca Arrius 1A1 engines, addition of New engine monitoring system: VEMD (Vehicule and Engine Multifunction
Display), electric oil cooling fan and upgraded main gear box.
Engine. 2 Turbomeca model Arrius 1A1 controlled by a digital electronic control units.
Installed Engine Limits.
Torque
Gas
Generator
Speed
Exhaust
Gas
Temp.
Output
Shaft
Speed
Take-off (5 min)
Maximum Continuous
two engines operative
Maximum continuous
one engine operative
2 mn. 30s one engine inoperative
450 mN (86.4%)*
374 mN (71.8%)*
599 mN (115%)*
683 mN (131%)
54,375 rpm
53,285 rpm
55,452 rpm
56,347 rpm
773ºC
749ºC
812ºC
885ºC
6,016 rpm
6,016 rpm
6,016 rpm
6,016 rpm
* Torque limits of helicopter main gearbox
Engine gearbox torque limit = 521 mN (100% torque)
refer to Flight Manual AS355NP for transients.
Fuel. Refer to Flight Manual AS355NP for approved fuels and additive specifications.
Helicopter Limits. One engine inoperative:
Maximum continuous torque:
2mn 30s. torque:
115% (599 mN)
131% (683 mN).
Two engines operative:
IAS < 55 Kts.:
IAS > 55 Kts.:
86.4% (450 mN).
71.8% (374 mN).
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12 of 16 H11EU
C.G. Range. Longitudinal
Lateral - Right
- Left
- Left
= 0.09 m (3.54 in)
= 0.09 m (3.54 in)
= 0.16 m (6.30 in) (hoisting operation)
Datum. Longitudinal = 3.40 m (133.8 in. forward of main rotor hub center)
Lateral = Vertical plane passing longitudinally through main rotor hub center.
Maximum Weight. 5732 lb (2600 kg)
Rotor Speed Limitations. Power-on flight
- two engines in operation 375-394 rpm
For IAS below 55 kt: 390 (+ 10, -5) rpm
- OEI : 375 to 394 rpm
Power-off flight
- max. 425 rpm (aural warning at 410 rpm)
- min. 330 rpm (aural warning at 360 rpm)
Maximum Rotor Brake Application: 170 rpm
Airspeed Limits. Never exceed speed VNE Power-on:
150 kt zero pressure altitude.
Doors removed: see the flight manual (section 2, § 2.3)
Never exceed speed VNE Power-off:
120 kt at zero pressure-altitude.
See Rotorcraft Flight Manual for decrease of these values with altitude
and temperature.
Minimum Crew. 1 pilot at 60.62 in. - Starboard seat.
Maximum Passenger Standard(5). 4 at 98.42 in.
1 at 60.62 in.
13 of 16 H11EU
Maximum passengers of 6 is available when the aircraft is equipped with the optional
two-place seat at 60.62 in. This optional item is to be used in accordance with the
associated Flight Manual supplement.
Maximum Baggage. Right baggage compartment = 220 lb at 125.98 in
Left baggage compartment = 264 lb at 125.908 in
Rear baggage compartment = 176 lb at 181.10 in
Main cabin (on rear = 682 lb at 88.58 in
(on LH forward = 330 lb at 61.02 in
Fuel Capacity.
Front Tank Rear Tank
Total 88.1 U.S. gallons 106.5 U.S. gallons
Usable 87.2 U.S. gallons 105.7 U.S. gallons
C.G. Range 127.55 in 151.55 in
See NOTE 1 for data on unusable fuel.
Empty Weight CG Range. None
Leveling Means. Transmission support platform.
Oil Capacity. Engine
MGB
TGN
= 2 x 1.5 U.S. gallons at 140.5 in
= 2.9 U.S. gallons at 145.2 in
= 0.08 U.S. gallons at 379.5 in
Rotor Blade and Control
Movements.
For rigging information, refer to the AS 355 Maintenance Manual.
Certification Basis. AS355E
AS355F, AS355F1, AS355F2
FAR 21.29 and FAR 27 effective February 1, 1965 plus Amendments 27-1 through
27-16.
Type Certificate No. H11EU, issued January 19, 1981. Amended
November 20, 1981 to add Model AS355F. Amended April 11, 1984
to add Model AS355F1. Amended February 13, 1987 to add Model
AS355F2. Date of Application for Type Certificate: January 4, 1979.
AS 355 N version:
- The basic certification basis consists of FAR 21.29 and FAR 27
effective February 1, 1965, including amendments 27.1 through 27.20, plus
- The following sections of amendment 27.21:
27.21, 27.45, 27.71, 27.79, 27.143, 27.151, 27.161, 27.173, 27.175,
27.177, 27.672, 27.673, 27.729, 27.735, 27.779, 27.807, 27.1329,
27.1413, 27.1519, 27.1525, 27.1555, 27.1585 and 27.1587.
DGAC special conditions notified in letter DGAC No. 54408 dated October 21, 1988
are:
A - Limit Pilot Forces
B - Engine air intake protection against birds (2 lbs) and hail ingestion
C - Engine governing system
The FADEC has been HIRF tested on the Arrius 1A engine with success at 200V/m
according to Cat Y DO160.
In this certification basis, the following sections remain at the Amendment preceding the
Amendment 27.21: 27.141, 27.610, 27.785, 27.1309, 27.1505 and 27.1559.
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The French Direction Generale de l’Aviation Civile (DGAC) originally type certificated
this rotorcraft under its type certificate TC 168. The FAA validated this product under
U.S. Type Certificate Number H11EU. Effective September 28, 2003, the European
Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) began oversight of this product on behalf of the DGAC.
AS 355 NP version:
- The basic certification basis consists of FAR 21.29 and FAR 27
effective February 1, 1965, including amendments 27.1 through 27.20, plus
- The following sections of amendment 27.21:
27.21, 27.45, 27.71, 27.79, 27.143, 27.151, 27.161, 27.173, 27.175,
27.177, 27.672, 27.673, 27.729, 27.735, 27.779, 27.807, 27.1329,
27.1413, 27.1519, 27.1525, 27.1555, 27.1585 and 27.1587.
- The following section of amendment 27.23: 27.923
DGAC special conditions notified in letter DGAC No. 54408 dated October 21, 1988
are: A - Limit Pilot Forces
B - Engine air intake protection against birds (2 lbs) and hail ingestion
C - Engine governing system
The FADEC HIRF approval for the Arrius 1A1 was accomplished by similarity to the
testing accomplished on the Arrius 1A engine installed on the AS355N helicopter.
The AS355NP also complies with the following FAR 29 paragraphs: §45(a) and (b)(2)
Amdnt 24; §49(a) Amdnt 39; §51 Amdnt 39; §53 Amdnt 39; §55 Amdnt 39;
§59 Amdnt 44; §60 Amdnt 39; §61 Amdnt 39; §62 Amdnt 44; §64 Amdnt 39;
§65(a) Amdnt 39; §67(a) Amdnt 44; §75 Amdnt 39; §77 Amdnt 44; §79 Amdnt
39; §81 Amdnt 44; §85 Amdnt 44; §87(a) Amdnt 39; §861(a) Amdnt 30;
§901(c) Amdnt 26; §903(b) (c) and (e) Amdnt 36; §908(a) Amdnt 26; §917(
(c)(1) Rotor drive system: Design. Amdnt 40; §953(a) Amdnt 0; §1027(a)
Amdnt 26; §1045(a)(1), (b), (c), (d), and (f) Amdnt 26; §1047(a) Amdnt 26;
§1181(a) Amdnt 26; §1187(e) Amdnt 0; §1189(c) Amdnt 26; §1191(a)(1)
Amdnt 3; §1193(e) Amdnt 26; §1195(a) and (d) Amdnt 17; §1197 Amdnt 13;
§1199 Amdnt 13; §1201 Amdnt 0; §1305 (b) Amdnt 40; §1309(b) Amdnt 14;
§1323(c)(1) Amdnt 44; §1331(b) Amdnt 24; §1587(a) Amdnt 44.
FAR Part 36 Noise Standards amended by Amendments 36-1 through 36-21.
DATA PERTINENT TO ALL MODELS.
Serial Numbers Eligible. The French Government "Certificat de Navigabilite pour Exportation"
endorsed as noted below under "Import Requirements" must be submitted for each
individual aircraft for which application for FAA certification is made.
Type Certificate. Type Certificate No. H11EU, issued January 19, 1981.
Amended November 20, 1981 to add Model AS355F.
Amended April 11, 1984 to add Model AS355F1.
Amended February 13, 1987 to add Model AS355F2.
Amended October 15, 1992 to add Model AS355N. Date of application for
amended type certificate: February 12, 1991.
Amended January 9, 2008 to add Model AS355NP. Date of application for ameded type
certificate: April 6, 2007.
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Import Requirements.
The FAA can issue a U.S. airworthiness certificate based on a National AviationAuthority (NAA) Export Certificate of
Airworthiness (Export C of A) signed by
a representative of the French Generale de l’Aviation Civile (DGAC) on behalf
of the European Community.
Refer to the applicable bilateral agreement to verify eligibility for import into the
United States of both new and used aircraft based on the scope of the agreement,
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