Summary
We are publishing a new airworthiness directive (AD) for Agusta Model AW139 helicopters, which was sent previously to all known U.S. owners and operators of these helicopters. This AD requires inspecting the pilot's and co-pilot's collective and cyclic control sticks for correctly installed attaching hardware. This AD is prompted by a report of an incorrectly installed pilot's collective stick, pilot's cyclic stick, and co-pilot's cyclic stick. These actions are intended to prevent detachment of the cyclic or collective control stick, and subsequent loss of control of the helicopter.
Directive Details
AD Number
FAA-2012-1135
Document Number
2012-29716
Type
Rule
Publication Date
December 10, 2012
Effective Date
December 26, 2012
Affected Manufacturer
Agusta S.p.A. (Type Certificate Currently Held by AgustaWestland S.p.A.) (Agusta)
Criticality
routine
Emergency
No
Docket ID
Docket No. FAA-2012-1135
Topics
Official Documents
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