AD 2007-26-12
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Robinson | Helicopter Company Models R22 | Airworthiness Directives; Robinson Helicopter Company Models R22, R22 Alpha, R22 Beta, R22 Mariner, R44 and R44 II Helicopters |
Unsafe Condition
Skin separation along the leading edge of blade skin aft of the skin-to-spar bond line and in the tip cap area, which can lead to blade debond and subsequent blade failure.
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Required Actions
Conduct a one-time visual inspection and tap test for skin separation or voids. Repaint any exposed areas. Replace blades with detected separation or voids before further flight. Before each flight, check for exposed bare metal near the skin-to-spar bond line; inspect any found areas.
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Compliance Time
Before further flight for detected issues; before each flight for ongoing checks.
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Affected Aircraft
Robinson Helicopter Company models R22, R22 Alpha, R22 Beta, R22 Mariner, R44, and R44 II helicopters.
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Retrieved: Apr 6, 2026
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