FAA proposes rule to fix mislabeled tail cones on Bell 505 helicopters
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The Federal Aviation Administration is proposing a new safety rule for certain Bell Textron Canada Limited Model 505 helicopters. The issue stems from an identification plate on the tail cone assembly that sometimes has the wrong part number printed on it.
Why it matters: This action prevents a mechanical failure that could result in a crash. While the immediate fix is administrative—checking a label—the consequence of ignoring it involves structural integrity and flight safety. It is a standard preventive maintenance requirement for owners of these specific aircraft models.
Who it affects
- Owners and operators of Bell Textron Canada Limited Model 505 helicopters with affected tail cone part numbers SLS-030-600-007 or SLS-030-600-009.
This is a proposed rule from the Federal Aviation Administration published in the Federal Register; you should verify the final status and full text at regulations.gov before relying on this summary.
Agency: Transportation Department, Federal Aviation Administration
Source: Federal Register — read the official document