Airworthiness Directives; Agusta S.p.A. Model A109E Helicopters
airworthiness · Rule · Final rule. · Published 2004-01-29 · Effective 2004-03-04 · 69 FR 4231
Document
Document number
04-1686
Federal Register citation
69 FR 4231
Type
Rule
Action
Final rule.
Category
airworthiness
Manufacturer
Agusta S.p.A. Model A109E
Publication date
2004-01-29
Effective date
2004-03-04
FAA docket
Docket No. 2003-SW-28-AD
Abstract
This amendment adopts a new airworthiness directive (AD) for the specified Agusta S.p.A. (Agusta) model helicopters that requires modifying each passenger compartment sliding door (door) by applying a kit to replace the levers and links. This amendment is prompted by instances of a door inadvertently opening during flight due to the unstable configuration of the door. The actions specified by this AD are intended to prevent the inadvertent opening of a door during flight and loss of a passenger or other objects from the cabin.