Airworthiness Directives; Eurocopter France Model SA330F, SA330G, SA330J, AS332C, AS332L, and AS332L1 Helicopters
airworthiness · Rule · Final rule. · Published 2002-09-16 · Effective 2002-10-21 · 67 FR 58324
Document
Document number
02-22896
Federal Register citation
67 FR 58324
Type
Rule
Action
Final rule.
Category
airworthiness
Publication date
2002-09-16
Effective date
2002-10-21
FAA docket
Docket No. 2001-SW-66-AD
Abstract
This amendment adopts a new airworthiness directive (AD) for the specified Eurocopter France (ECF) model helicopters that requires inspecting each tail rotor blade de-icing rotating collector (collector) for radial play and rotation torque at specified intervals. If the play or torque exceeds the specified standard, this AD requires replacing the collector with an airworthy part. This amendment is prompted by excessive play measured on the collector of an ECF Model AS332 helicopter. The actions specified by this AD are intended to prevent wear of a collector bearing, loss of tail rotor effectiveness, and subsequent loss of control of the helicopter.