AD 2000-23-52

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Airworthiness Directives; Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation Model S-76A, S-76B, and S-76C Helicopters

AD Number
2000-23-52
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
aircraft
Docket
Docket No. 2000-SW-61-AD
FR Citation
66 FR 8507

Applicability

TypeManufacturerModelDetails
aircraft Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation Model S-76A Airworthiness Directives; Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation Model S-76A, S-76B, and S-76C Helicopters

Unsafe Condition

Failure of the main rotor shaft assembly (shaft) due to cracks, which could lead to loss of control of the helicopter.

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Required Actions

Perform a fluorescent penetrant inspection of the main rotor shaft assembly before further flight. Conduct recurring fluorescent penetrant inspections and daily visual inspections for cracks. Replace the shaft with an airworthy one if any crack is found.

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Compliance Time

Before further flight

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Affected Aircraft

Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation Model S-76A, S-76B, and S-76C helicopters with main rotor shaft assembly (shaft), part number 76351-09030 series or 76351-09630 series, installed.

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Retrieved: Apr 6, 2026

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