AD 80-22-09
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Agusta S.p.A. | A109A | Airworthiness Directives; COSTRUZIONI AERONAUTICHE GIOVANNI AGUSTA Model A109A Series Helicopters |
| aircraft | Agusta S.p.A. | A109A II | Airworthiness Directives; COSTRUZIONI AERONAUTICHE GIOVANNI AGUSTA Model A109A Series Helicopters |
Unsafe Condition
Failure of the engine mount structure due to cracks in the forward mounting tab of the aluminum engine outer lateral fitting, P/N 109-0320-97-4.
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Required Actions
Within 25 hours time in service after the effective date, inspect the forward mounting tab of the aluminum engine outer lateral fitting for cracks every 25 hours. If cracks are found, replace with a serviceable fitting of the same part number or a new steel fitting P/N 109-0320-97-6 before further flight. Discontinue inspections once the steel fitting is installed.
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Compliance Time
Within the next 25 hours time in service after the effective date of this AD, and thereafter at intervals not to exceed 25 hours time in service since the last inspection.
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Affected Aircraft
Agusta S.p.A. Model A109A series helicopters except serial numbers 7107, 7109, 7110, 7113, 7114, 7117, 7119, 7128, 7132, 7138, 7140, 7142, 7143, 7144, 7145, 7148, 7150, 7152, 7158, 7160, 7166 and subsequent.
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Retrieved: Apr 8, 2026
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