AD 2012-11-12
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | AGUSTA | S.p.A. | Airworthiness Directives; AGUSTA S.p.A. Helicopters |
Unsafe Condition
An incorrectly installed collective control rod, which could result in detachment of the collective control rod, resulting in subsequent loss of control of the helicopter.
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Required Actions
Visually inspect the connection between control rod C2 and torque tube C3 for the proper installation of the bolt, washers, self-locking nut, and cotter pin. If the installed hardware is not as prescribed, re-install control rod C2 with the correct hardware before further flight.
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Compliance Time
Within 5 hours time-in-service or 7 days, whichever occurs earlier.
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Affected Aircraft
Agusta S.p.A. Model AW139 helicopters, serial numbers 31306, 31314, 31317, 31319, 31320, 31322, 31323, and S/N 31325 through 31345 (except S/N 31329, 31333, 31338, 31339, and 31341), certificated in any category.
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