AD 2020-15-16
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Agusta S.p.A | A109E | Airworthiness Directives; Leonardo S.p.A (Type Certificate Previously Held by Agusta S.p.A) Helicopters |
Unsafe Condition
Cracked bolts could result in failure of the tail rotor and loss of control of the helicopter.
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Required Actions
Reduce the life limit of the tail rotor blade retention bolt, inspect that bolt for cracking, and replace any cracked bolt. Perform repetitive inspections of the tail rotor blade retention bolt for cracking.
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Compliance Time
Within 50 flight hours
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Affected Aircraft
Leonardo S.p.A Model A109E, A109K2, A109S, AW109SP, A119, and AW119 MKII helicopters.
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Retrieved: Apr 6, 2026
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