AD 2003-04-14

final rule
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Airworthiness Directives; Bell Helicopter Textron Canada (Bell) Model 427 Helicopters

AD Number
2003-04-14
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
aircraft
Docket
Docket No. 2002-SW-19-AD
FR Citation
68 FR 9520

Applicability

TypeManufacturerModelDetails
aircraft Textron Various Airworthiness Directives; Bell Helicopter Textron Canada (Bell) Model 427 Helicopters
aircraft Bell model Airworthiness Directives; Bell Helicopter Textron Canada (Bell) Model 427 Helicopters

Unsafe Condition

Improperly installed hydraulic solenoid tee fittings may restrict hydraulic fluid flow, leading to loss of hydraulic control, excessive stiffness in flight controls, and a subsequent forced landing.

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Required Actions

Replace the hydraulic solenoid tee fitting and associated tubes as specified in the AD.

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Compliance Time

Before further flight.

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Affected Aircraft

Bell Helicopter Textron Canada Model 427 helicopters with improperly installed hydraulic solenoid tee fittings.

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Retrieved: Apr 6, 2026

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