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AD 2005-16-04 Airworthiness Directives; Bell Helicopter Textron Model 206A and 206B Helicopters

2005-09-12
2005-08-08
39-14209
FAA-2005-21230
Airframe
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Models named: 206A, 206B. Read the applicability below — it usually turns on serial or part numbers too.

Applicability*9

Model 206A and 206B helicopters modified by Aeronautical Accessories, Inc. Supplemental Type Certificate SH1392SO, with high forward crosstube, part number (P/N) 206-321-001 with serial number (S/N) 1001 through 1152, and high aft crosstube, P/N 206-321-002 with S/N 2001 through 2152, installed, certificated in any category.

Compliance

Required as indicated, unless accomplished previously. To detect a crack in the crosstube, which could lead to failure of the crosstube, collapse of the landing gear, and subsequent loss of control of the helicopter, accomplish the following: (a) Within 300 hours time-in-service (TIS) or 60 days, whichever occurs first, and after that at intervals not to exceed 300 hours TIS or 12 months, whichever occurs first, remove each crosstube and inspect it for cracks. Replace any cracked crosstube with an airworthy crosstube before further flight. Note: Aeronautical Accessories, Inc. Alert Service Bulletin No. AA-03121, dated October 25, 2004, pertains to the subject of this AD. (b) To request a different method of compliance or a different compliance time for this AD, follow the procedures in 14 CFR 39.19. Contact the Rotorcraft Certification Office, Rotorcraft Directorate, FAA, for information about previously approved alternative methods of compliance. (c) This amendment becomes effective on September 12, 2005. Issued in Fort Worth, Texas, on July 29, 2005. S. Frances Cox, Acting Manager, Rotorcraft Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 05-15581 Filed 8-5-05; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-13-P

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