AD 47-32-03

final rule
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Airworthiness Directives; Bell Model 47B Helicopters

AD Number
47-32-03
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
aircraft
Docket
Unknown
FR Citation
This information is not available.

Applicability

TypeManufacturerModelDetails
aircraft Scotts-Bell 47 Inc 47B Airworthiness Directives; Bell Model 47B Helicopters

Unsafe Condition

The existing pawl stop, part number 47-722-059-1, may not properly secure the tail rotor control pedal adjustment mechanism, leading to potential improper operation.

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Required Actions

Replace the existing pawl stop with modified pawl stop part number 47-722-057-1. Check and adjust the length of each pedal adjustment mechanism to 4 27/64 inches with tolerances +000, -1/32 inch, measured from the center of the AN 329-41 pin to the lower end of the pawl.

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Compliance Time

next 25-hour inspection after September 15, 1947

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Affected Aircraft

Scotts-Bell 47 Inc Model 47B helicopters with serial numbers 2 Through 6, 10 Through 17, and 20 Through 22.

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Retrieved: Apr 8, 2026

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