AD 76-15-03
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Bell Helicopter Textron Canada Limited | 206A | Airworthiness Directives; Bell Models 206A, 206B, 206A-1, and 206B-1 Helicopters |
| aircraft | Bell Helicopter Textron Canada Limited | 206A-1 (OH-58A) | Airworthiness Directives; Bell Models 206A, 206B, 206A-1, and 206B-1 Helicopters |
| aircraft | Bell Helicopter Textron Canada Limited | 206B | Airworthiness Directives; Bell Models 206A, 206B, 206A-1, and 206B-1 Helicopters |
| aircraft | Bell Helicopter Textron Canada Limited | 206B-1 | Airworthiness Directives; Bell Models 206A, 206B, 206A-1, and 206B-1 Helicopters |
Unsafe Condition
Main rotor blade tension-torsion straps (P/N 206-010-105-3) with serial numbers 15432 through 15472 may have inadequate torsional resistance or stiffness, or be made from certain spools of wire.
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Required Actions
Remove straps with serial numbers 15432-15472 within 25 hours' time in service after the effective date. Inspect straps for unacceptable rotation (inadequate torsional resistance) per Service Bulletin 206-76-4 and remove from service before further flight. Ensure replacement straps comply with maintenance manuals.
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Compliance Time
Within the next 25 hours' time in service after the effective date of this AD
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Affected Aircraft
Bell Models 206A, 206B, 206A-1, and 206B-1 helicopters equipped with main rotor blade tension-torsion straps P/N 206-010-105-3
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Retrieved: Apr 8, 2026
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