AD 2006-11-17
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Aviat | Various | Airworthiness Directives; Eurocopter France Model AS350B, BA, B1, B2, B3, C, D, and D1 Helicopters |
Unsafe Condition
Restricted cyclic stick travel when using Eurocopter factory-installed cyclic sticks in helicopters modified under STC No. SH4747NM for the installation of a Geneva P132 console, which may limit lateral cyclic movement during high lateral center of gravity (CG) load operations in high cross winds and during slope takeoffs or landings, potentially leading to loss of control.
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Required Actions
Remove Eurocopter factory-installed cyclic sticks and install Geneva-manufactured cyclic sticks (P/N G12316-26 and G12324-26, or G12425-26 and G12426-26 for 'Bendix' grips). Modify the flange at the base of the cyclic grips and install a blind rivet in the co-pilot cyclic stand (receptacle) as specified in Geneva Service Bulletin GA107-7.
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Compliance Time
Within 60 days, unless accomplished previously.
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Affected Aircraft
Eurocopter France Model AS350B, BA, B1, B2, B3, C, D, and D1 helicopters with a Geneva Aviation, Inc. P132 console installed in accordance with Supplemental Type Certificate No. SH4747NM.
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