AD 2009-25-10

final rule
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Airworthiness Directives; Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation (Sikorsky) Model S-92A Helicopters

AD Number
2009-25-10
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
aircraft
Docket
Docket No. FAA-2009-1130
FR Citation
74 FR 63563

Applicability

TypeManufacturerModelDetails
aircraft Sikorsky S-92A Airworthiness Directives; Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation (Sikorsky) Model S-92A Helicopters

Unsafe Condition

Failure of the oil filter bowl or mounting studs can result in sudden and complete loss of oil from the main gearbox (MGB), leading to MGB failure and subsequent loss of control of the helicopter.

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Required Actions

Visually inspect the MGB lube system filter assembly for oil filter damage. If either the primary or secondary oil filter is damaged, replace both filters, all packings, and the studs before further flight. Replace the oil filter bowl within 30 days after replacing a damaged filter. Conduct a daily leak inspection for oil leaks during the 30-day interim period.

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Compliance Time

Within 7 days for the initial inspection, before further flight for filter and packing replacement, and within 30 days for oil filter bowl replacement.

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Affected Aircraft

Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation Model S-92A helicopters.

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