AD 2020-07-15
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Bell | Various | Airworthiness Directives; PZL Świdnik S.A. Helicopters |
Unsafe Condition
cracking in a nose landing gear (NLG) bellcrank assembly, part number (P/N) 30.42.010.01.00, due to reduced wall thickness, which resulted from a manufacturing deficiency.
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Required Actions
a one-time inspection of the NLG bellcrank assembly for discrepancies and replacement if necessary, including related investigative actions (inspection of the NLG for hydraulic fluid contamination and free movement of the piston rod) if necessary.
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Compliance Time
Before further flight
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Affected Aircraft
all PZL Świdnik S.A. Model PZL W-3A helicopters
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Retrieved: Apr 4, 2026
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