AD 2005-22-01

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

AD Number
2005-22-01
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
aircraft
Docket
Docket No. FAA-2005-22757
FR Citation
70 FR 61721

Applicability

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

Unsafe Condition

Failure of a bifilar lug due to cracks in the lug attachment area, leading to damage to the main rotor system and subsequent loss of control of the helicopter.

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Required Actions

Inspect the bifilar arm assembly for cracks in the lug attachment area. If a crack is found, replace the bifilar arm assembly with an airworthy one before further flight. If no crack is found, perform a one-time torque test on the lug nuts and apply required torque if necessary.

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Compliance Time

Within 50 hours time-in-service (TIS), unless previously accomplished.

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Affected Aircraft

Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation Model S-76A, B, and C helicopters with pilot fitting part number 76103-08003-101 and 1500 or more hours time-in-service.

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