# Airworthiness Directives; Agusta S.p.A. Model A109E Helicopters
> **Rule** · Final rule. · Published 2004-01-29 · Effective 2004-03-04 · 69 FR 4231
## Document
- **Document number:** 04-1686
- **Category:** airworthiness
- **Manufacturer:** Agusta S.p.A. Model A109E
- **Type:** Rule
- **Action:** Final rule.
- **Citation:** 69 FR 4231
- **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.

## Source
- [Federal Register document](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2004/01/29/04-1686/airworthiness-directives-agusta-spa-model-a109e-helicopters)
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