Summary
We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for Bell Model 430 helicopters, which requires replacing certain components of the air data system. This AD was prompted by the discovery of incorrect indicated airspeed when the helicopter was tested to the cold temperature limits (-40 degrees centigrade) required for Category A operations. The actions of this AD are intended to correct the published Vne and to correct the indicated airspeed.
Directive Details
AD Number
FAA-2012-1127
Document Number
2013-08762
Type
Rule
Publication Date
April 18, 2013
Effective Date
May 23, 2013
Affected Manufacturer
Bell Helicopter Textron Canada (Bell)
Criticality
routine
Emergency
No
Docket ID
Docket No. FAA-2012-1127
Topics
Official Documents
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