Superseded. This AD was superseded by AD 2026-09-09. Verify which one applies to your serial and effectivity before any maintenance action.
AD 2021-23-04
Effective 01/10/2022 · Published 12/06/2021
Airworthiness Directives; Leonardo S.p.a. Helicopters
Summary
The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Leonardo S.p.a. Model A109E helicopters. This AD was prompted by reports of cracking in the center fuselage frame assembly in the intersection of the lateral pylon and floor spar at station (STA) 1815 on the left- and right-hand sides. This AD requires repetitive inspections of the intersection of the lateral pylon and floor spar at STA 1815 for crac…