AD 85-02-06
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Scotts-Bell 47 Inc | 47G-2A | Airworthiness Directives; BELL HELICOPTER TEXTRON, INC. Model 47G-2A, G-2A-1, G-3, G-3B, G-3B-1, G-3B-2, G-3B-2A, G-4, G-4A, G-5, G-5A, J, J-2, J-2A, and K Helicopters |
| aircraft | Scotts-Bell 47 Inc | 47G-2A-1 | Airworthiness Directives; BELL HELICOPTER TEXTRON, INC. Model 47G-2A, G-2A-1, G-3, G-3B, G-3B-1, G-3B-2, G-3B-2A, G-4, G-4A, G-5, G-5A, J, J-2, J-2A, and K Helicopters |
| aircraft | Scotts-Bell 47 Inc | 47G-3 | Airworthiness Directives; BELL HELICOPTER TEXTRON, INC. Model 47G-2A, G-2A-1, G-3, G-3B, G-3B-1, G-3B-2, G-3B-2A, G-4, G-4A, G-5, G-5A, J, J-2, J-2A, and K Helicopters |
| aircraft | Scotts-Bell 47 Inc | 47G-3B | Airworthiness Directives; BELL HELICOPTER TEXTRON, INC. Model 47G-2A, G-2A-1, G-3, G-3B, G-3B-1, G-3B-2, G-3B-2A, G-4, G-4A, G-5, G-5A, J, J-2, J-2A, and K Helicopters |
| aircraft | Scotts-Bell 47 Inc | 47G-3B-1 | Airworthiness Directives; BELL HELICOPTER TEXTRON, INC. Model 47G-2A, G-2A-1, G-3, G-3B, G-3B-1, G-3B-2, G-3B-2A, G-4, G-4A, G-5, G-5A, J, J-2, J-2A, and K Helicopters |
| aircraft | Scotts-Bell 47 Inc | 47G-3B-2 | Airworthiness Directives; BELL HELICOPTER TEXTRON, INC. Model 47G-2A, G-2A-1, G-3, G-3B, G-3B-1, G-3B-2, G-3B-2A, G-4, G-4A, G-5, G-5A, J, J-2, J-2A, and K Helicopters |
| aircraft | Scotts-Bell 47 Inc | 47G-3B-2A | Airworthiness Directives; BELL HELICOPTER TEXTRON, INC. Model 47G-2A, G-2A-1, G-3, G-3B, G-3B-1, G-3B-2, G-3B-2A, G-4, G-4A, G-5, G-5A, J, J-2, J-2A, and K Helicopters |
| aircraft | Scotts-Bell 47 Inc | 47G-4 | Airworthiness Directives; BELL HELICOPTER TEXTRON, INC. Model 47G-2A, G-2A-1, G-3, G-3B, G-3B-1, G-3B-2, G-3B-2A, G-4, G-4A, G-5, G-5A, J, J-2, J-2A, and K Helicopters |
| aircraft | Scotts-Bell 47 Inc | 47G-4A | Airworthiness Directives; BELL HELICOPTER TEXTRON, INC. Model 47G-2A, G-2A-1, G-3, G-3B, G-3B-1, G-3B-2, G-3B-2A, G-4, G-4A, G-5, G-5A, J, J-2, J-2A, and K Helicopters |
| aircraft | Scotts-Bell 47 Inc | 47G-5 | Airworthiness Directives; BELL HELICOPTER TEXTRON, INC. Model 47G-2A, G-2A-1, G-3, G-3B, G-3B-1, G-3B-2, G-3B-2A, G-4, G-4A, G-5, G-5A, J, J-2, J-2A, and K Helicopters |
| aircraft | Scotts-Bell 47 Inc | 47G-5A | Airworthiness Directives; BELL HELICOPTER TEXTRON, INC. Model 47G-2A, G-2A-1, G-3, G-3B, G-3B-1, G-3B-2, G-3B-2A, G-4, G-4A, G-5, G-5A, J, J-2, J-2A, and K Helicopters |
| aircraft | Scotts-Bell 47 Inc | 47J | Airworthiness Directives; BELL HELICOPTER TEXTRON, INC. Model 47G-2A, G-2A-1, G-3, G-3B, G-3B-1, G-3B-2, G-3B-2A, G-4, G-4A, G-5, G-5A, J, J-2, J-2A, and K Helicopters |
| aircraft | Scotts-Bell 47 Inc | 47J-2 | Airworthiness Directives; BELL HELICOPTER TEXTRON, INC. Model 47G-2A, G-2A-1, G-3, G-3B, G-3B-1, G-3B-2, G-3B-2A, G-4, G-4A, G-5, G-5A, J, J-2, J-2A, and K Helicopters |
| aircraft | Scotts-Bell 47 Inc | 47J-2A | Airworthiness Directives; BELL HELICOPTER TEXTRON, INC. Model 47G-2A, G-2A-1, G-3, G-3B, G-3B-1, G-3B-2, G-3B-2A, G-4, G-4A, G-5, G-5A, J, J-2, J-2A, and K Helicopters |
| aircraft | Scotts-Bell 47 Inc | 47K | Airworthiness Directives; BELL HELICOPTER TEXTRON, INC. Model 47G-2A, G-2A-1, G-3, G-3B, G-3B-1, G-3B-2, G-3B-2A, G-4, G-4A, G-5, G-5A, J, J-2, J-2A, and K Helicopters |
Unsafe Condition
Incorrect AN/NAS standard bolts installed between hydraulic servo and swashplate control plate, Part Number 47-150-184-7, not listed in the applicable illustrated parts breakdown manual may cause critical flight control failure in the main rotor system.
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Required Actions
Inspect and remove incorrect AN/NAS standard bolts between hydraulic servo and swashplate control plate, install Bell Helicopter Textron standard bolts, inspect flight control system for safety and security, and obtain approval for equivalent methods from the FAA.
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Compliance Time
within the next 100 hours time in service after the effective date of this AD
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Affected Aircraft
Bell Helicopter Textron, Inc. Models 47G-2A, G-2A-1, G-3, G-3B, G-3B-1, G-3B-2, G-3B-2A, G-4, G-4A, G-5, G-5A, J, J-2, J-2A, and K helicopters with 37-foot diameter main rotor systems and hydraulic boost in longitudinal and lateral cyclic flight control systems.
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Federal Register Abstract
AN/NAS Standard Bolts
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AD Final Rules - DRS_85-02-06.html Copy URL Print/Save as PDF Document Versions Feedback Details AD Number: 85-02-06 Document Type: AD Final Rules Docket Number: Unknown Subject Heading: Airworthiness Directives; BELL HELICOPTER TEXTRON, INC. Model 47G-2A, G-2A-1, G-3, G-3B, G-3B-1, G-3...Show more Subject: AN/NAS Standard Bolts Status: Current Citation: This information is not available. Citation Publish Date: Effective Date: 02/06/1985 Make: Scotts-Bell 47 Inc Model: 47G-2A | 47G-2A-1 | 47G-3 | 47G-3B | 47G-3B-1 | 47G-3B-2 | 47G-3B-2A | 47G-4 | 47G-4A | 47G-5 | 47G-...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: 85-02-06 CITATION: This information is not available. PAGE NUMBER: DOCKET NUMBER: Unknown AMENDMENT: 39-4988 AD NUMBER: 85-02-06 SUBJECT HEADING: Airworthiness Directives; BELL HELICOPTER TEXTRON, INC. Model 47G-2A, G-2A-1, G-3, G-3B, G-3B-1, G-3B-2, G-3B-2A, G-4, G-4A, G-5, G-5A, J, J-2, J-2A, and K Helicopters ACTION: SUMMARY: DATES: Effective February 6, 1985. ADDRESSES: FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: REGULATORY TEXT: 85-02-06 BELL HELICOPTER TEXTRON, INC.: Amendment 39-4988. Applies to Model 47G-2A, G-2A-1, G-3, G-3B, G-3B-1, G-3B-2, G-3B-2A, G-4, G-4A, G-5, G-5A, J, J-2, J-2A, and K helicopters with 37-foot diameter main rotor systems and hydraulic boost in longitudinal and lateral cyclic flight control systems, certificated in all categories. (Airworthiness Docket No. 83-ASW-47.) Compliance is required within the next 100 hours time in service after the effective date of this AD. To prevent critical flight control failure in the main rotor system, accomplish the following: (a) Inspect for and remove any incorrect AN/NAS standard bolts installed between hydraulic servo and swashplate control plate, Part Number (P/N) 47-150-184-7, which are not listed in the applicable and current illustrated parts breakdown manual. For removal of incorrect AN/NAS standard bolts, utilize the applicable maintenance and overhaul instructions. (b) Install, torque, and safety, required Bell Helicopter Textron, Inc., standard bolts, utilizing applicable and current maintenance and overhaul instructions and illustrated parts breakdown manual. (c) Inspect flight control system for safety and security. (d) Any equivalent method of compliance with this AD must be approved by the Manager, Helicopter Certification Branch, Federal Aviation Administration, 4400 Blue Mound Road, Fort Worth, Texas 76106. (e) Special flight permits may be issued in accordance with FAR Sections 21.197 and 21.199 to fly the aircraft to a base where the requirements of this AD may be accomplished. (Bell Helicopter Alert Service Bulletin No. 47-83-8 pertains to this subject.) This amendment becomes effective February 6, 1985. FOOTER:
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AD Final Rules - DRS_85-02-06.html Copy URL Print/Save as PDF Document Versions Feedback Details AD Number: 85-02-06 Document Type: AD Final Rules Docket Number: Unknown Subject Heading: Airworthiness Directives; BELL HELICOPTER TEXTRON, INC. Model 47G-2A, G-2A-1, G-3, G-3B, G-3B-1, G-3...Show more Subject: AN/NAS Standard Bolts Status: Current Citation: This information is not available. Citation Publish Date: Effective Date: 02/06/1985 Make: Scotts-Bell 47 Inc Model: 47G-2A | 47G-2A-1 | 47G-3 | 47G-3B | 47G-3B-1 | 47G-3B-2 | 47G-3B-2A | 47G-4 | 47G-4A | 47G-5 | 47G-...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: 85-02-06 CITATION: This information is not available. PAGE NUMBER: DOCKET NUMBER: Unknown AMENDMENT: 39-4988 AD NUMBER: 85-02-06 SUBJECT HEADING: Airworthiness Directives; BELL HELICOPTER TEXTRON, INC. Model 47G-2A, G-2A-1, G-3, G-3B, G-3B-1, G-3B-2, G-3B-2A, G-4, G-4A, G-5, G-5A, J, J-2, J-2A, and K Helicopters ACTION: SUMMARY: DATES: Effective February 6, 1985. ADDRESSES: FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: REGULATORY TEXT: 85-02-06 BELL HELICOPTER TEXTRON, INC.: Amendment 39-4988. Applies to Model 47G-2A, G-2A-1, G-3, G-3B, G-3B-1, G-3B-2, G-3B-2A, G-4, G-4A, G-5, G-5A, J, J-2, J-2A, and K helicopters with 37-foot diameter main rotor systems and hydraulic boost in longitudinal and lateral cyclic flight control systems, certificated in all categories. (Airworthiness Docket No. 83-ASW-47.) Compliance is required within the next 100 hours time in service after the effective date of this AD. To prevent critical flight control failure in the main rotor system, accomplish the following: (a) Inspect for and remove any incorrect AN/NAS standard bolts installed between hydraulic servo and swashplate control plate, Part Number (P/N) 47-150-184-7, which are not listed in the applicable and current illustrated parts breakdown manual. For removal of incorrect AN/NAS standard bolts, utilize the applicable maintenance and overhaul instructions. (b) Install, torque, and safety, required Bell Helicopter Textron, Inc., standard bolts, utilizing applicable and current maintenance and overhaul instructions and illustrated parts breakdown manual. (c) Inspect flight control system for safety and security. (d) Any equivalent method of compliance with this AD must be approved by the Manager, Helicopter Certification Branch, Federal Aviation Administration, 4400 Blue Mound Road, Fort Worth, Texas 76106. (e) Special flight permits may be issued in accordance with FAR Sections 21.197 and 21.199 to fly the aircraft to a base where the requirements of this AD may be accomplished. (Bell Helicopter Alert Service Bulletin No. 47-83-8 pertains to this subject.) This amendment becomes effective February 6, 1985. FOOTER:
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