AD 2001-24-07
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Agusta | S.p.A. Model A109C, A109E, and A109K2 | Airworthiness Directives; Agusta S.p.A. Model A109C, A109E, and A109K2 Helicopters |
Unsafe Condition
Failure of a blade tip cap due to cracks in the leading edge, resulting in excessive helicopter vibration and potential loss of control.
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Required Actions
Tap inspect the tip cap for bonding separation between metal shells and honeycomb core, and in the tip cap to blade bond area. Visually inspect the tip cap for swelling or deformation. Perform a dye penetrant inspection of the tip cap leading edge along the welded joint line for cracks. Replace the blade if any defects exceed prescribed limits.
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Compliance Time
Within 10 hours time-in-service, and thereafter at intervals not exceeding 25 hours time-in-service.
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Affected Aircraft
Agusta S.p.A. Model A109C, A109E, and A109K2 helicopters with main rotor blades, part number 709-0130-01, serial number up to and including S/N 1428 with a prefix of either 'EM-' or 'A5-', and installed blades.
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