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AD FAA-2014-0493

Airworthiness Directives; Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation (Sikorsky) Model Helicopters

Summary

We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for Sikorsky Model S-92A helicopters. This AD requires installing a main gearbox (MGB) failed pump sensor and vacuum switch wiring, installing an MGB oil auto bypass system, activating Aircraft Management System (AMS) 7.1 software to show a new visual warning, and installing updated enhanced ground proximity warning system (EGPWS) software that includes an aural annunciation of a complete oil pressure loss condition. This AD also requires inserting a Rotorcraft Flight Manual (RFM) Supplement into the applicable RFM. This AD was prompted by investigation results of in- service oil leakage incidents. The actions are intended to alert and prevent MGB oil loss, which could lead to failure of the MGB and subsequent loss of control of the helicopter.

Directive Details

AD Number

FAA-2014-0493

Document Number

2015-13844

Type

Rule

Publication Date

June 9, 2015

Effective Date

July 14, 2015

Affected Manufacturer

Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation (Sikorsky) Model

Criticality

important

Emergency

No

Docket ID

Docket No. FAA-2014-0493

Topics

Air transportationAircraftAviation safetyIncorporation by referenceSafety

Official Documents

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