AD 2024-18-01

Recurring final rule
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Airworthiness Directives; Leonardo S.p.a. Helicopters

AD Number
2024-18-01
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
aircraft
Docket
Docket No. FAA-2024-0773
FR Citation
89 FR 80993

Applicability

TypeManufacturerModelDetails
aircraft Aviat Various Airworthiness Directives; Leonardo S.p.a. Helicopters

Unsafe Condition

Abnormal play on the collective torque tube assemblies, which could result in reduced control of the helicopter, leading to a forced landing and potential damage to the helicopter and injury to occupants.

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Required Actions

Repetitively inspect the affected torque tube assemblies for any deficiency, including abnormal play or relative rotation, by marking the torque tube assembly and the collar and applying specific loads. Replace the torque tube assembly with a serviceable part if any deficiency is found.

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Compliance Time

Within the specified inspection intervals as outlined in the incorporated EASA AD 2023-0035.

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Affected Aircraft

Leonardo S.p.a. Model A119 and AW119 MKII helicopters with affected part-numbered collective torque tube assemblies.

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Source: Official FAA Source ↗

Retrieved: Apr 4, 2026

Rights: U.S. Government Public Domain

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