AD 48-03-06
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Scotts-Bell 47 Inc | 47B | Airworthiness Directives; Bell Model 47B Series Helicopters |
| aircraft | Scotts-Bell 47 Inc | 47B3 | Airworthiness Directives; Bell Model 47B Series Helicopters |
Unsafe Condition
Excessive play between the bolts connecting links 47-612-048 to the side and aft sprag systems and the adapter plate exceeds 0.010 inch, which could lead to component failure.
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Required Actions
Install bushings 78B6-8-11, 75B6-8-11-5, and 75B6-8-8/47-612-053-1/47-612-053-2 in the tube assembly fittings, clevis end of the link, and adapter plate respectively if excessive play is found during inspection.
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Compliance Time
next 25-hour inspection
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Affected Aircraft
Scotts-Bell 47 Inc Model 47B and 47B3 helicopters through serial number 78
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Retrieved: Apr 8, 2026
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