AD 2018-16-14
Effective 10/04/2018 · Published 08/30/2018
Airworthiness Directives; Bell Helicopter Textron Inc., Helicopters
Summary
We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for Bell Helicopter Textron Inc. (Bell) Model 212, Model 412, and Model 412EP helicopters. This AD requires replacing the emergency flotation system (EFS) tube assembly. This AD was prompted by a report of an EFS tube assembly failure. The actions of this AD are intended to address an unsafe condition on these products.