FAA requires inspections for Bell Textron Canada Model 505 helicopters
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The Federal Aviation Administration is issuing an airworthiness directive for certain Bell Textron Canada Limited Model 505 helicopters. This directive follows a report that a washer may have been incorrectly installed during production on the tail rotor pitch link assembly.
Why it matters: This is a safety measure to ensure a critical component in the helicopter’s tail rotor system is properly assembled.
Who it affects
- Owners and operators of Bell Textron Canada Model 505 helicopters
This action was issued by the Federal Aviation Administration; readers should consult the official Federal Register document before taking any action.
Agency: Transportation Department, Federal Aviation Administration
Source: Federal Register — read the official document