AD 74-19-03
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Bell Helicopter Textron Canada Limited | 206A | Airworthiness Directives; Bell Model 206A and 206B Helicopters |
| aircraft | Bell Helicopter Textron Canada Limited | 206B | Airworthiness Directives; Bell Model 206A and 206B Helicopters |
Unsafe Condition
Failure of the inboard ribs with possible loss of a stabilizer on Model 206A and 206B helicopters, and excessive movement of the horizontal stabilizer.
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Required Actions
Replace any cracked inboard ribs, install a doubler specified in Bell Service Bulletin 206-01-73-7, and install Horizontal Stabilizer Stop Kit P/N 206-704-096-3 following applicable service bulletins.
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Compliance Time
within 100 hours time in service after the effective date of this A.D.
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Affected Aircraft
Bell Model 206A and 206B helicopters, serial numbers 1 through 913 (for inboard ribs issue) and serial numbers 1 through 1251 (for horizontal stabilizer stop kit), equipped with specific part numbers as noted.
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Retrieved: Apr 8, 2026
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