AD 47-32-04
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Scotts-Bell 47 Inc | 47B | Airworthiness Directives; Bell Model 47B Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Mishandling of antitorque rotor blades by ground personnel may cause unseen damage, particularly cracking in the stainless steel leading edge near the root, which could result in blade failure in flight.
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Required Actions
Placard the antitorque rotor blades with 'Do Not Use for Handling Helicopter' to warn ground personnel. Inspect the stainless steel leading edge, especially near the root, for cracking.
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Compliance Time
next 25-hour inspection after September 15, 1947
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Affected Aircraft
Bell Model 47B Serial Numbers 2 Through 6, 10 Through 17, and 20 Through 22
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Retrieved: Apr 8, 2026
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