AD 2010-06-06
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Bell | Various | Airworthiness Directives; MD Helicopters, Inc. Model MD-900 Helicopters |
Unsafe Condition
Cracks in the swashplate spherical slider bearing (slider bearing) occurred well before the previously increased retirement life of 2,030 hours time-in-service (TIS) was reached, leading to potential fatigue failure and subsequent loss of control of the helicopter.
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Required Actions
Remove from service specific parts, including the swashplate spherical slider bearing, before specified time-in-service (TIS) limits. Apply serial numbers to various parts within 100 hours TIS. Revise the Airworthiness Limitations Section of the MD-900 Maintenance Manual to adjust part life limits.
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Compliance Time
Within 100 hours TIS for serial number application; removal from service by specified TIS limits.
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Affected Aircraft
MD Helicopters, Inc. Model MD-900 helicopters, certificated in any category, with specific serial number ranges for certain parts.
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Retrieved: Apr 4, 2026
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