AD 2020-16-03
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | PZL | Swidnik S.A. | Airworthiness Directives; PZL Swidnik S.A. Helicopters |
Unsafe Condition
An error in the Airworthiness Limitations for PZL Model PZL W-3A helicopters, which incorrectly stated the life limit for horizontal stabilizer part number (P/N) 30.13.600.00.04 up to serial number 06.001, when it should have been for serial number 06.001 and subsequent.
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Required Actions
Before further flight, remove from service any horizontal stabilizer that has reached 15 or more years since the date of manufacture. Thereafter, remove from service any horizontal stabilizer before reaching 15 years since the date of manufacture.
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Compliance Time
Before further flight
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Affected Aircraft
PZL Model PZL W-3A helicopters with horizontal stabilizer part number (P/N) 30.13.600.00.04 serial number 06.001 and subsequent.
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Retrieved: Apr 6, 2026
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