Robinson Helicopter Safety Alert: What You Need to Know About AD 2024-23-01: Owners and operators of Robinson R44 and R44 II helicopters need to be aware of a critical safety alert issued by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). A new Airworthiness Directive (AD), number 2024 …

FAA Airworthiness Directive 2024-21-02 addresses potential uncontained engine failure in Lycoming engines due to connecting rod bushing degradation. It requires repetitive oil inspections for metal particles; further inspection and replacement of affected bushings are mandated if found …

Robinson R44 Gearmotor Assembly Looseness: A Comprehensive Overview - This document provides a detailed analysis of the gearmotor assembly looseness issue affecting certain Robinson R44 helicopters, outlining the problem, the implemented solutions, and the specific aircraft models impa …

FAA AD Number: 2024-10-04 has been issued for a problem identified is a double-drilled bolt hole in the rear wing spar attachment fitting, discovered during an inspection after a ground collision with an automobile. This problem reduces the strength of the part below its limit load, po …