Superseded. This AD was superseded by AD 2026-15-06. Verify which one applies to your serial and effectivity before any maintenance action.
AD 2024-02-55
Effective 03/14/2024 · Published 02/28/2024
Airworthiness Directives; Bell Textron Canada Limited Helicopters
Summary
The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for Bell Textron Canada Limited Model 505 helicopters. This AD was prompted by reports of cracked vertical stabilizer top end cap assemblies. This AD requires an initial and recurring inspections of the vertical stabilizer top end cap assembly and corrective action if a crack is found, as specified in a Transport Canada AD, which is incorporated by reference. Th…