AD 78-02-02
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Schweizer Aircraft Corporation | 269A | Airworthiness Directives; Hughes Model 269 Series Helicopters |
| aircraft | Schweizer Aircraft Corporation | 269A-1 | Airworthiness Directives; Hughes Model 269 Series Helicopters |
| aircraft | Schweizer Aircraft Corporation | 269B | Airworthiness Directives; Hughes Model 269 Series Helicopters |
| aircraft | Schweizer Aircraft Corporation | 269C | Airworthiness Directives; Hughes Model 269 Series Helicopters |
Unsafe Condition
Failure of the tail rotor control pedals due to cracks and corrosion in pedal arms and sockets.
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Required Actions
Inspect pilots' and copilots' pedal arms for cracks and corrosion using SIN N-121.1. Remove corrosion and replace parts if wall thickness is below specified limits or cracks are confirmed. Torque pedal arm and socket bushing nuts per SIN N-121.1. Rework pedal arms and sockets as required.
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Compliance Time
Within the next 100 hours time in service from the effective date of this AD, unless already accomplished, and thereafter at intervals not to exceed 100 hours time in service.
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Affected Aircraft
Schweizer Aircraft Corporation Models 269A, 269A-1, 269B, 269C, and TH-55A helicopters.
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Retrieved: Apr 8, 2026
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