AD 2000-02-09
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Agusta | S.p.A. (Agusta) Model AB412 | Airworthiness Directives; Agusta S.p.A. (Agusta) Model AB412 Helicopters |
Unsafe Condition
Separation of the rescue hoist hook assembly from the helicopter due to failure of the retention pin, which could result in loss of the person on the rescue hoist and potential entanglement of the hoist cable with rotor blades, leading to rotor blade damage or separation and loss of control.
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Required Actions
Replace the rescue hoist hook assembly retention pin and periodically inspect the rescue hoist.
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Compliance Time
Before further flight
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Affected Aircraft
Agusta Model AB412 helicopters with certain rescue hoists installed.
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Retrieved: Apr 6, 2026
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