# Airworthiness Directives; Agusta S.p.A. Helicopters
> **Rule** · Final rule. · Published 2015-03-19 · Effective 2015-04-23 · 80 FR 14297
## Document
- **Document number:** 2015-05715
- **Category:** airworthiness
- **Manufacturer:** Agusta S.p.A.
- **Type:** Rule
- **Action:** Final rule.
- **Citation:** 80 FR 14297
- **Publication date:** 2015-03-19
- **Effective date:** 2015-04-23
- **FAA docket:** Docket No. FAA-2014-0579
## Abstract

We are superseding Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2014-04-14 for Agusta S.p.A. (Agusta) Model A109S, AW109SP, A119, and AW119 MKII helicopters. AD 2014-04-14 required removing certain rod end assemblies from service because of reports of fractures. This new AD retains the requirements of AD 2014-04-14 but expands the scope of applicable rod end assemblies. This AD was prompted by reports of additional fractured rod end assemblies. We are issuing this AD to prevent failure of a rod end assembly, which could result in damage to the main rotor assembly and loss of control of the helicopter.

## Source
- [Federal Register document](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2015/03/19/2015-05715/airworthiness-directives-agusta-spa-helicopters)
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