AD 2004-22-13
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Textron | Canada Model 206L-1 and 206L-3 | Airworthiness Directives; Bell Helicopter Textron Canada Model 206L-1 and 206L-3 Helicopters |
| aircraft | Bell | Helicopter Textron Canada Model 206L-1 and 206L-3 | Airworthiness Directives; Bell Helicopter Textron Canada Model 206L-1 and 206L-3 Helicopters |
Unsafe Condition
The magnetic brake adjustable screws have backed out, which limited travel of the arm assembly, potentially resulting in limiting the travel of the cyclic and collective arm assembly and subsequent loss of control of the helicopter.
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Required Actions
Inspect the adjustable stop screws of the magnetic brake assembly; repair, as appropriate, any mechanical damage to the arm assembly; install the stop screw with the proper adhesive; adjust the arm assembly travel; and apply slippage marks. If damage to the arm assembly exceeds 0.030 inch (0.762 mm), replace the magnetic brake assembly with an airworthy one.
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Compliance Time
Within 100 hours time-in-service or 90 days, whichever occurs first, and before installation of any affected magnetic brake, unless accomplished previously.
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Affected Aircraft
Bell Helicopter Textron Canada Model 206L-1 and 206L-3 helicopters with Instrument Flight Rule (IFR) Kit, part number (P/N) 206-705-001, -101, or -103, and a magnetic brake, P/N 204-001-376-003, manufactured by Memcor Truohm, Inc. (M.T. Inc.) as P/N MP 498-3, installed.
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