AD 2008-10-03
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Textron | 204B | Airworthiness Directives; Bell Helicopter Textron Model 204B, 205A, 205A-1, 205B, 210, 212, 412, 412CF, and 412EP Helicopters |
| aircraft | Bell | Helicopter Textron Model 204B | Airworthiness Directives; Bell Helicopter Textron Model 204B, 205A, 205A-1, 205B, 210, 212, 412, 412CF, and 412EP Helicopters |
Unsafe Condition
Failure of a tail rotor blade (T/R blade) during flight, leading to potential cracking and loss of control of the helicopter.
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Required Actions
Inspect each tail rotor blade assembly (T/R blade) at specified intervals. Repair or replace any unairworthy T/R blade as applicable.
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Compliance Time
Within the specified intervals as outlined in the AD.
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Affected Aircraft
Bell Helicopter Textron Model 204B, 205A, 205A-1, 205B, 210, 212, 412, 412CF, and 412EP helicopters.
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