Summary
The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for Robinson Helicopter Company (Robinson) Model R44 and R44 II helicopters. This AD was prompted by reports of cracking in certain tail rotor blades. This AD requires visually checking each tail rotor blade for a crack. The FAA is issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.
Directive Details
AD Number
FAA-2017-0947
Document Number
2020-08072
Type
Rule
Publication Date
April 17, 2020
Effective Date
May 22, 2020
Affected Manufacturer
Robinson Helicopter Company
Criticality
routine
Emergency
No
Docket ID
Docket No. FAA-2017-0947
Topics
Official Documents
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