AD 2004-26-11
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Textron | Canada Model 222 | Airworthiness Directives; Bell Helicopter Textron Canada Model 222, 222B, 222U, 230, and 430 Helicopters |
| aircraft | Bell | Helicopter Textron Canada Model 222 | Airworthiness Directives; Bell Helicopter Textron Canada Model 222, 222B, 222U, 230, and 430 Helicopters |
Unsafe Condition
Cracks in the tail rotor blades, originating from machining burrs or corrosion sites in the bearing bore underneath the flanged sleeves, could lead to blade loss and subsequent loss of control of the helicopter.
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Required Actions
Within 3 hours time-in-service (TIS), visually check both sides of each blade for cracks around the tail rotor feathering bearing. Within 50 hours TIS, inspect both sides of each blade for cracks using a 10X or higher magnifying glass. If a crack is found, remove the blade, inspect further, and replace it with an airworthy blade if necessary. Refinish the blade if no crack is found.
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Compliance Time
Within 3 hours time-in-service (TIS) for initial and subsequent inspections.
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Affected Aircraft
Bell Helicopter Textron Canada Model 222, 222B, 222U, 230, and 430 helicopters.
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Retrieved: Apr 6, 2026
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