AD 62-23-02
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Scotts-Bell 47 Inc | 47 | Airworthiness Directives; Bell Model 47 Series Helicopters |
| aircraft | Scotts-Bell 47 Inc | 47B | Airworthiness Directives; Bell Model 47 Series Helicopters |
| aircraft | Scotts-Bell 47 Inc | 47B3 | Airworthiness Directives; Bell Model 47 Series Helicopters |
| aircraft | Scotts-Bell 47 Inc | 47D | Airworthiness Directives; Bell Model 47 Series Helicopters |
| aircraft | Scotts-Bell 47 Inc | 47D1 | Airworthiness Directives; Bell Model 47 Series Helicopters |
| aircraft | Scotts-Bell 47 Inc | 47E | Airworthiness Directives; Bell Model 47 Series Helicopters |
| aircraft | Scotts-Bell 47 Inc | 47G | Airworthiness Directives; Bell Model 47 Series Helicopters |
| aircraft | Scotts-Bell 47 Inc | 47G-2 | Airworthiness Directives; Bell Model 47 Series Helicopters |
| aircraft | Scotts-Bell 47 Inc | 47G-2A | Airworthiness Directives; Bell Model 47 Series Helicopters |
| aircraft | Scotts-Bell 47 Inc | 47G-2A-1 | Airworthiness Directives; Bell Model 47 Series Helicopters |
| aircraft | Scotts-Bell 47 Inc | 47G-3 | Airworthiness Directives; Bell Model 47 Series Helicopters |
| aircraft | Scotts-Bell 47 Inc | 47G-3B | Airworthiness Directives; Bell Model 47 Series Helicopters |
| aircraft | Scotts-Bell 47 Inc | 47G-3B-1 | Airworthiness Directives; Bell Model 47 Series Helicopters |
| aircraft | Scotts-Bell 47 Inc | 47G-3B-2 | Airworthiness Directives; Bell Model 47 Series Helicopters |
| aircraft | Scotts-Bell 47 Inc | 47G-3B-2A | Airworthiness Directives; Bell Model 47 Series Helicopters |
| aircraft | Scotts-Bell 47 Inc | 47G-4 | Airworthiness Directives; Bell Model 47 Series Helicopters |
| aircraft | Scotts-Bell 47 Inc | 47G-4A | Airworthiness Directives; Bell Model 47 Series Helicopters |
| aircraft | Scotts-Bell 47 Inc | 47G-5 | Airworthiness Directives; Bell Model 47 Series Helicopters |
| aircraft | Scotts-Bell 47 Inc | 47G-5A | Airworthiness Directives; Bell Model 47 Series Helicopters |
| aircraft | Scotts-Bell 47 Inc | 47H-1 | Airworthiness Directives; Bell Model 47 Series Helicopters |
| aircraft | Scotts-Bell 47 Inc | 47J | Airworthiness Directives; Bell Model 47 Series Helicopters |
| aircraft | Scotts-Bell 47 Inc | 47J-2 | Airworthiness Directives; Bell Model 47 Series Helicopters |
| aircraft | Scotts-Bell 47 Inc | 47J-2A | Airworthiness Directives; Bell Model 47 Series Helicopters |
| aircraft | Scotts-Bell 47 Inc | 47K | Airworthiness Directives; Bell Model 47 Series Helicopters |
Unsafe Condition
Excessive wear and evidence of impending failure of the main rotor mast thrust bearing have occurred.
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Required Actions
Within 25 hours' time in service after the effective date, conduct a close visual inspection of the engine oil filter every 25 hours. If metal particles are found, locate and eliminate the contaminant source, inspect and overhaul engine and transmission components as prescribed, inspect and replace the main rotor mast thrust bearing (P/N 47-130-110-1) if unserviceable, and clean the engine oil filter before reinstalling.
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Compliance Time
Within the next 25 hours' time in service following the effective date of this AD and thereafter at periods not to exceed 25 hours
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Affected Aircraft
Scotts-Bell 47 Inc Model 47, 47B, 47B3, 47D, 47D1, 47E, 47G, 47G-2, 47G-2A, 47G-2A-1, 47G-3, 47G-3B, 47G-3B-1 equipped with Main Rotor Mast Thrust Bearing, P/N 47-130-110-1.
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Federal Register Abstract
Main Rotor Mast Thrust Bearing
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AD Final Rules - DRS_62-23-02.html Copy URL Print/Save as PDF Document Versions Feedback Details AD Number: 62-23-02 Document Type: AD Final Rules Docket Number: Unknown Subject Heading: Airworthiness Directives; Bell Model 47 Series Helicopters Subject: Main Rotor Mast Thrust Bearing Status: Current Citation: Federal Register: October 23,1962 Citation Publish Date: 10/23/1962 Effective Date: 10/29/1962 Make: Scotts-Bell 47 Inc Model: 47 | 47B | 47B3 | 47D | 47D1 | 47E | 47G | 47G-2 | 47G-2A | 47G-2A-1 | 47G-3 | 47G-3B | 47G-3B-1 | 4...Show more Product Type: Aircraft Product Subtype: Rotorcraft Affected AD: Superseded AD: Affected By: Superseded By: Service/Office: Office of Primary Responsibility: CFR Part Reference: Part 39 Comments: AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES FINAL RULES: 62-23-02 CITATION: [Federal Register: October 23,1962] PAGE NUMBER: DOCKET NUMBER: Unknown AMENDMENT: AD NUMBER: 62-23-02 SUBJECT HEADING: Airworthiness Directives; Bell Model 47 Series Helicopters ACTION: SUMMARY: DATES: Effective October 29, 1962. ADDRESSES: FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: REGULATORY TEXT: 62-23-02 BELL: Amdt. 498 Part 507 Federal Register October 23, 1962. Applies to Model 47 Series Helicopters Equipped with Main Rotor Mast Thrust Bearing, P/N 47-130-110-1. Compliance required as indicated. Excessive wear and evidence of impending failure of the main rotor mast thrust bearing have occurred. To preclude progression of bearing deterioration to a hazardous degree, accomplish the following: (a) Within the next 25 hours' time in service following the effective date of this AD and thereafter at periods not to exceed 25 hours, conduct a close visual inspection of the engine oil filter. (b) If metal particles are found during any inspection of the engine oil filter, the following shall be accomplished prior to further flight: (1) The source of the contaminant shall be located and eliminated and other components of the engine and transmission which may be jeopardized by metal particles shall be inspected and overhauled as prescribed by the appropriate Bell maintenance manual; and (2) The main rotor mast thrust bearing, P/N 47-130-110-1, shall be thoroughly inspected and replaced with a like component if found not to be in a serviceable condition. (c) Clean engine oil filter carefully before reinstalling. NOTE: For the purpose of this AD, the operations outlined under (a) and (c) are considered to be preventive maintenance and may, therefore, be accomplished by persons specified in Section 18.10(c) of the Civil Air Regulations. This directive effective October 29, 1962. Revised September 16, 1966. FOOTER:
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AD Final Rules - DRS_62-23-02.html Copy URL Print/Save as PDF Document Versions Feedback Details AD Number: 62-23-02 Document Type: AD Final Rules Docket Number: Unknown Subject Heading: Airworthiness Directives; Bell Model 47 Series Helicopters Subject: Main Rotor Mast Thrust Bearing Status: Current Citation: Federal Register: October 23,1962 Citation Publish Date: 10/23/1962 Effective Date: 10/29/1962 Make: Scotts-Bell 47 Inc Model: 47 | 47B | 47B3 | 47D | 47D1 | 47E | 47G | 47G-2 | 47G-2A | 47G-2A-1 | 47G-3 | 47G-3B | 47G-3B-1 | 4...Show more Product Type: Aircraft Product Subtype: Rotorcraft Affected AD: Superseded AD: Affected By: Superseded By: Service/Office: Office of Primary Responsibility: CFR Part Reference: Part 39 Comments: AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES FINAL RULES: 62-23-02 CITATION: [Federal Register: October 23,1962] PAGE NUMBER: DOCKET NUMBER: Unknown AMENDMENT: AD NUMBER: 62-23-02 SUBJECT HEADING: Airworthiness Directives; Bell Model 47 Series Helicopters ACTION: SUMMARY: DATES: Effective October 29, 1962. ADDRESSES: FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: REGULATORY TEXT: 62-23-02 BELL: Amdt. 498 Part 507 Federal Register October 23, 1962. Applies to Model 47 Series Helicopters Equipped with Main Rotor Mast Thrust Bearing, P/N 47-130-110-1. Compliance required as indicated. Excessive wear and evidence of impending failure of the main rotor mast thrust bearing have occurred. To preclude progression of bearing deterioration to a hazardous degree, accomplish the following: (a) Within the next 25 hours' time in service following the effective date of this AD and thereafter at periods not to exceed 25 hours, conduct a close visual inspection of the engine oil filter. (b) If metal particles are found during any inspection of the engine oil filter, the following shall be accomplished prior to further flight: (1) The source of the contaminant shall be located and eliminated and other components of the engine and transmission which may be jeopardized by metal particles shall be inspected and overhauled as prescribed by the appropriate Bell maintenance manual; and (2) The main rotor mast thrust bearing, P/N 47-130-110-1, shall be thoroughly inspected and replaced with a like component if found not to be in a serviceable condition. (c) Clean engine oil filter carefully before reinstalling. NOTE: For the purpose of this AD, the operations outlined under (a) and (c) are considered to be preventive maintenance and may, therefore, be accomplished by persons specified in Section 18.10(c) of the Civil Air Regulations. This directive effective October 29, 1962. Revised September 16, 1966. FOOTER:
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