AD 2000-11-17
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Eurocopter | France Model SA-365N1, AS-365N2, and SA-366G1 | Airworthiness Directives; Eurocopter France Model SA-365N1, AS-365N2, and SA-366G1 Helicopters |
Unsafe Condition
Delamination of the tail rotor blade Kevlar tie-bar, which could lead to loss of tail rotor control and subsequent loss of control of the helicopter.
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Required Actions
Within 10 hours time-in-service (TIS), inspect each Kevlar tie-bar for cracks or delamination. If any delamination or cracking is found, remove the blade and replace it with an airworthy blade before further flight. Repeat inspections at intervals not to exceed 250 hours TIS.
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Compliance Time
Within 10 hours time-in-service (TIS)
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Affected Aircraft
Eurocopter France Model SA-365N1, AS-365N2, and SA-366G1 helicopters with specified tail rotor blade part numbers installed.
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