airworthiness · Rule · Final rule. · Published 2019-06-25 · Effective 2019-07-30 · 84 FR 29797
Document
Document number
2019-13247
Federal Register citation
84 FR 29797
Type
Rule
Action
Final rule.
Category
airworthiness
Manufacturer
Leonardo S.p.A.
Publication date
2019-06-25
Effective date
2019-07-30
FAA docket
Docket No. FAA-2018-0737
Abstract
We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for Leonardo S.p.A. (type certificate previously held by Finmeccanica S.p.A., AgustaWestland S.p.A.) Model AW139 helicopters. This AD requires inspecting and altering the number 1 driveshaft (driveshaft). This AD was prompted by reports of scratches that were found on the driveshaft. The actions of this AD are intended to address an unsafe condition on these products.