Airworthiness Directives; Bell Helicopter Textron Canada Model 430 Helicopters
airworthiness · Rule · Final rule. · Published 2002-01-17 · Effective 2002-02-21 · 67 FR 2317
Document
Document number
02-1055
Federal Register citation
67 FR 2317
Type
Rule
Action
Final rule.
Category
airworthiness
Manufacturer
Bell Helicopter Textron Canada Model 430
Publication date
2002-01-17
Effective date
2002-02-21
FAA docket
Docket No. 2001-SW-21-AD
Abstract
This amendment adopts a new airworthiness directive (AD) for Bell Helicopter Textron Canada (BHTC) Model 430 helicopters that requires changes to the electrical power distribution system. This amendment is prompted by design deficiencies in the electrical systems. The actions specified by this AD are intended to prevent failure of both generators, loss of primary electrical power, and subsequent loss of control of the helicopter.