AD 2016-02-06
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Textron | Various | Airworthiness Directives; Bell Helicopter Textron Canada Limited |
| aircraft | Bell | Various | Airworthiness Directives; Bell Helicopter Textron Canada Limited |
Unsafe Condition
Corrosion and pitting in the tail rotor (T/R) pitch link bearing bore, which could lead to link failure and loss of control of the helicopter.
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Required Actions
Inspect each T/R link bearing bore for aluminum oxide corrosion using 10X or higher magnification. Replace the T/R link if corrosion is found. If no corrosion, clean the bearing bore and inspect for pitting. Replace the T/R link if pitting is found. Apply corrosion preventative sealant if no corrosion or pitting is found. Inspect the sealant at intervals not exceeding 50 flight hours and repeat inspections for corrosion and pitting if sealant is missing.
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Compliance Time
Within 10 flight hours time-in-service (TIS) for initial inspections.
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Affected Aircraft
Bell Helicopter Textron Canada Limited Model 429 helicopters with T/R link part numbers 429-012-112-101, -101FM, -103, or -103FM installed.
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