AD 2000-18-13
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Eurocopter | Canada Ltd. Model BO 105 LS A-3 | Airworthiness Directives; Eurocopter Canada Ltd. Model BO 105 LS A-3 Helicopters |
Unsafe Condition
Fatigue failure of the main rotor tension-torsion (TT) strap leading to blade separation and loss of control.
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Required Actions
Establish a life limit for certain main rotor TT straps, inspect and remove unairworthy straps, and maintain records of calendar age and flight cycles.
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Compliance Time
Before further flight
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Affected Aircraft
Eurocopter Canada Ltd. Model BO 105 LS A-3 helicopters using the same part-numbered TT straps as the Eurocopter Deutschland GMBH Model MBB-BK 117.
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Retrieved: Apr 6, 2026
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