AD 2015-15-04
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Textron | Various | Airworthiness Directives; Bell Helicopter Textron, Inc. |
| aircraft | Bell | Helicopter Textron | Airworthiness Directives; Bell Helicopter Textron, Inc. |
Unsafe Condition
Installation of grip part number ASI-4011-121-113 on Bell Model 212 helicopters, which is not approved for this model, could result in grip failure, separation of the main rotor blade, and subsequent loss of control of the helicopter.
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Required Actions
Remove any grip P/N ASI-4011-121-113 from service if it is currently or has ever been installed on a Bell Model 212 helicopter. Prohibit installing grip P/N ASI-4011-121-113 on any helicopter if the grip has ever been installed on a Bell Model 212 helicopter.
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Compliance Time
Within 5 hours time-in-service (TIS)
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Affected Aircraft
Bell Helicopter Textron, Inc. Model 204B, 205A, 205A-1, and 212 helicopters with main rotor blade grip part number ASI-4011-121-113 installed.
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Retrieved: Apr 6, 2026
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