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AD FAA-2016-4278

Airworthiness Directives; AgustaWestland S.p.A. (Agusta) Helicopters

Summary

We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Agusta Model AB139 and AW139 helicopters. This AD requires performing operational checks of both hydraulic systems. This AD was prompted by an assessment of the hydraulic systems of the helicopter following an accident. These actions are intended to prevent the unsafe condition on these products.

Directive Details

AD Number

FAA-2016-4278

Document Number

2016-30285

Type

Rule

Publication Date

December 27, 2016

Effective Date

January 31, 2017

Affected Manufacturer

AgustaWestland S.p.A. (Agusta)

Criticality

routine

Emergency

Docket ID

Docket No. FAA-2016-4278

Topics

Air transportationAircraftAviation safetyIncorporation by referenceSafety

Official Documents

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