# Airworthiness Directives; Agusta S.p.A. Helicopters (Type Certificate Currently Held by AgustaWestland S.p.A) (AgustaWestland)
> **Rule** · Final rule. · Published 2014-03-03 · Effective 2014-04-07 · 79 FR 11699
## Document
- **Document number:** 2014-04310
- **Category:** airworthiness
- **Manufacturer:** Agusta S.p.A.
- **Type:** Rule
- **Action:** Final rule.
- **Citation:** 79 FR 11699
- **Publication date:** 2014-03-03
- **Effective date:** 2014-04-07
- **FAA docket:** Docket No. FAA-2013-0643
## Abstract

We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for AgustaWestland Model A109S, AW109SP, A119, and AW119 MKII helicopters to require removing certain rod end assemblies from service. This AD was prompted by reports of fractures on the rod end assemblies that could damage the main rotor assembly and lead to loss of control of the helicopter.

## Source
- [Federal Register document](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2014/03/03/2014-04310/airworthiness-directives-agusta-spa-helicopters-type-certificate-currently-held-by-agustawestland)
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