MAINTENANCE MANUAL VOLUME 1 GENERAL INFORMATION
BELL 222B · Maintenance Manual
Overview
The Bell 222B Maintenance Manual provides detailed instructions for the maintenance and operation of the Bell 222B helicopter. It emphasizes the importance of using Bell-approved parts and procedures to ensure safety and compliance with regulations.
- Follow Bell-approved procedures for maintenance.
- Use only Bell-approved parts for repairs.
- Report defective parts within 90 days.
- Warranty covers parts for one year or 1,000 hours.
- Export of this document is restricted.
- Customer support is available for technical issues.
- Feedback on the manual is encouraged.
- Restoration of parts during manufacturing does not render them defective.
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What is the MAINTENANCE MANUAL VOLUME 1 GENERAL INFORMATION?
The MAINTENANCE MANUAL VOLUME 1 GENERAL INFORMATION is a maintenance manual for the BELL 222B, dated 2018.
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—In this document
General Information
This section outlines the purpose of the manual and the importance of adhering to Bell Helicopter Textron's approved procedures.
Customer Support and Services
Details on how to contact Bell for technical support and additional information regarding the helicopter.
Spare Parts Warranty
Describes the warranty terms for parts, including conditions for replacement and limitations on liability.
Export Control
Highlights the restrictions on the export of technical data contained in the manual.
Customer Feedback
Encourages users to report errors or inconsistencies in the manual for improvements.
Important Notices
Includes various notices regarding the use of the manual and the importance of compliance with Bell's guidelines.
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Safety notes
- This manual applies only to helicopters maintained with Bell-approved procedures.
- Use of non-Bell parts voids warranty.
- Inspect parts for unauthorized repairs before maintenance.
- Failure to comply with warranty terms may void the warranty.
- Export violations are subject to severe penalties.
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BHT-212-MM-1 NOTICE The instructions set forth in this manual, as supplemented or modified by Alert Service Bulletins (ASB) or other directions issued by Bell Helicopter Textron Inc. and Airworthiness Directives (AD) issued by the applicable regulatory agencies, shall be strictly followed. Export Classification C, ECCN 9E991 REISSUE — 7 JUNE 1993 REVISION 16 — 15 NOVEMBER 2018 COPYRIGHT NOTICE COPYRIGHT 201 BELL ® HELICOPTER TEXTRON INC. AND BELL HELICOPTER TEXTRON CANADA LTD. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED MAINTENANCE MANUAL VOLUME 1 GENERAL INFORMATION BHT-212-MM-1 Additional copies of this publication may be obtained by contacting: Commercial Publication Distribution Center Bell Helicopter Textron Inc. P. O. Box 482 Fort Worth, Texas 76101-0482 PROPRIETARY RIGHTS NOTICE These data are proprietary to Bell Helicopter Textron Inc. Disclosure, reproduction, or use of these data for any purpose other than helicopter operation or maintenance is forbidden without prior written authorization from Bell Helicopter Textron Inc. PN Rev. 15 29 NOV 2013 DESTINATION CONTROL STATEMENT WARNING — This document contains technical data whose export is restricted by the Arms Export Control Act (Title 22, U.S.C., Sec 2751, et. seq.) or the Export Administration Act of 1979, as amended, Title 50, U.S.C., App. 2401 et. seq. Violations of these export laws are subject to severe criminal penalties. Disseminate in accordance with provisions of DoD Directive 5230.25. Export Classification C, ECCN 9E991 BHT-212-MM-1 26 JUN 2013 Rev. 14 Warning WARNING THIS MANUAL APPLIES ONLY TO HELICOPTERS AND COMPONENTS MAINTAINED IN ACCORDANCE WITH BELL HELICOPTER TEXTRON (BELL) APPROVED PROCEDURES USING BELL APPROVED PARTS. ALL INSPECTION, REPAIR AND OVERHAUL PROCEDURES PUBLISHED BY BELL, INCLUDING PART RETIREMENT LIFE, ARE BASED SOLELY ON THE USE OF BELL PARTS THAT HAVE BEEN MAINTAINED USING BELL APPROVED DATA. THE DATA PUBLISHED HEREIN OR OTHERWISE SUPPLIED BY BELL IS NOT APPLICABLE TO NON-BELL PARTS OR PARTS THAT HAVE BEEN REPAIRED USING DATA AND/OR PROCESSES NOT APPROVED BY BELL. BELL IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY PART OTHER THAN THOSE THAT IT HAS APPROVED. BEFORE PERFORMING ANY PROCEDURE CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL YOU MUST INSPECT THE AFFECTED PARTS AND RECORDS FOR EVIDENCE OF ANY MANUFACTURE, REPAIR, REWORK OR USE OF A PROCESS NOT APPROVED BY BELL. IF YOU IDENTIFY OR SUSPECT THE USE OF PARTS NOT AUTHORIZED BY BELL, EITHER REMOVE THE AFFECTED ITEM FROM THE AIRCRAFT OR OBTAIN INSTRUCTIONS FOR CONTINUED AIRWORTHINESS FROM THE MANUFACTURER OR THE ORGANIZATION THAT APPROVED THE REPAIR. Export Classification C, ECCN EAR99 BHT-212-MM-1 CSS Rev. 16 15 NOV 2018 Export Classification C, ECCN EAR99 CUSTOMER SUPPORT AND SERVICES Flying smart means that no matter where you are, or what time it is, you can make a call and get additional information, clarification, or advice on a technical or operational issue concerning your helicopter or information contained in our Technical Publications. Product Support Engineering (PSE) is just a phone call away and may be contacted as follows: For additional information on Customer Support and Services as well as Product Support Engineering (PSE) and your local Customer Service Engineering (CSE) network, please access http://www.bellflight.com/support-and-service/support. Model 206, 407 or 505 Phone: 450-437-2862 or 800-243-6407 (U.S./Canada) Fax: 450-433-0272 E-mail: productsupport@bellflight.com Model 222, 230, 427, 429, or 430 Phone: 450-437-2077 or 800-463-3036 (U.S./Canada) Fax: 450-433-0272 E-mail: productsupport@bellflight.com Model 204, 205, 212, or 412 Phone: 450-437-6201 or 800-363-8028 (U.S./Canada) Fax: 450-433-0272 E-mail: productsupport@bellflight.com Model 214, 210, HUEY II and All Bell’s Active and Surplus Military Medium Helicopter Models Phone: 817-280-3548 Fax: 817-280-2635 E-mail: mts-medium@bellflight.com Model OH-58, TH-67, TH-57, Both Active and Surplus Military Phone: 817-280-3548 Fax: 817-280-2635 E-mail: mts-light@bellflight.com H ELP E VALUATE L OGISTICS P UBLICATIONS Have you found something wrong with this manual — an error, an inconsistency, unclear instructions, etc.? Although we strive for accuracy and clarity, we may make errors on occasion. If we do and you discover it, we would appreciate your telling us about it so that we can change whatever is incorrect or unclear. Please be as specific as possible. Your complaint or suggestion will be acknowledged and we will tell you what we intend to do. You may use the enclosed Customer Feedback form, as applicable, to inform us where we have erred. Your assistance is sincerely appreciated. Export Classification C, ECCN EAR99 CUSTOMER FEEDBACK Return by fax to Product Support Engineering (450) 433-0272, e-mail to publications@bellflight.com, or mail to the address on the next page. Manual Title: Manual Number (if assigned): Date of Issue: Date of Last Revision: Section, Chapter, Paragraph Affected: Your Feedback: Now Reads: Should Read: Your Name: Address: Position: Telephone No.: Company: Fax No.: Reference No. (your initials and date): (If you choose to mail this form, fold in thirds with address exposed, tape and mail.) 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After 200 hours of use, there will be a prorated charge to the Purchaser for replacement parts (prorating the hours of total use against the then applicable part life or 2,000 hours, whichever is the lesser). Defective parts must be reported in writing to the Seller’s Warranty Administration within 90 days of being found defective. Replacement of parts may be with either new or reconditioned parts, at Seller’s election. Warranty adjustment is contingent upon the Purchaser complying with the Warranty Remedies as described in the Commercial Warranty Information brochure and the Seller’s Warranty Administration disposition instructions for defective parts. Failure to comply with all of the terms of this paragraph may, at Seller’s sole option, void this warranty. NOTE: Parts, components and assemblies of all new helicopters may have been restored or reworked due to mars, blemishes, dents or other irregularities during the manufacturing process. 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January 2007 Export Classification C, ECCN EAR99 BHT-212-MM-1 5-00-00 26 JUN 2013 Rev. 14 Page 1 Export Classification C, ECCN EAR99 TABLE OF CONTENTS Paragraph Chapter/Section Page Number Title Number Number CHAPTER 5 — INSPECTIONS INSPECTIONS 5-1 General .......................................................................................... 5-00-00 5 5-2 Inspection Requirements ............................................................... 5-00-00 6 5-3 Crash Damage............................................................................... 5-00-00 6 5-4 Types of Inspections ...................................................................... 5-00-00 6 5-5 Definitions ...................................................................................... 5-00-00 7 5-6 Inspection and Overhaul Tolerance ............................................... 5-00-00 8 SCHEDULED INSPECTIONS 5-7 Scheduled inspections ................................................................... 5-00-00 11 5-8 Daily Inspection — Part A .............................................................. 5-00-00 13 5-9 100 Hours/12 Calendar Months — Part A ..................................... 5-00-00 29 5-10 1000 Hours — Part A..................................................................... 5-00-00 53 5-11 3000 Hours/5 Years — Part A ....................................................... 5-00-00 55 5-12 25 Hours/30 Days — Part B........................................................... 5-00-00 61 5-13 300 Hours — Part B....................................................................... 5-00-00 79 5-14 600 Hours/12 Months — Part B ..................................................... 5-00-00 91 5-15 3000 Hours/ 5 Years — Part B ...................................................... 5-00-00 99 SPECIAL INSPECTIONS 5-16 Special Inspection.......................................................................... 5-00-00 105 5-17 Daily Inspection.............................................................................. 5-00-00 107 5-18 Daily or Each 10 Hours of Flight Operation, Whichever Occurs First Until 250 Hours ...................................................................... 5-00-00 109 5-19 Between 5 and 10 Hours of Flight AFter Each Installation ............ 5-00-00 115 5-20 Fin Spar Cap Inspection Every 8 Hours......................................... 5-00-00 117 5-21 Each 25 Hours for the next Four Inspections................................. 5-00-00 119 5-22 Each 25 Hours of Flight Operation................................................. 5-00-00 121 5-23 Each 7 Days in a Corrosive Environment and Each 30 Days in a Noncorrosive Environment............................................................. 5-00-00 127 5-24 50 Hours After Installation of Components .................................... 5-00-00 129 5-25 Each 50 Hours of Component Operation....................................... 5-00-00 131 5-26 Each 100 Hours of Main Rotor Blade Operation — Deleted.......... 5-00-00 133 5-27 Each 100 Hours/12 Months of Transmission Operation ................ 5-00-00 135 5-28 Each 100 Hours/12 Months of Intermediate Gearbox Operation... 5-00-00 137 5-29 Each 100 Hours/12 Months of Tail Rotor Gearbox Operation ....... 5-00-00 139 5-30 Each 100 Hours/12 Months of Battery System Operation ............. 5-00-00 141 5-31 100 Hours After Installation of Tailboom........................................ 5-00-00 143 5-32 Each 150 Hours of Starter Generator P/N 200SG119Q Operation ....................................................................................... 5-00-00 145 5-33 Fin Spar Cap Inspection Every 300 Hours..................................... 5-00-00 147 5-34 Each 300 Hours/12 Months of Transmission Operation ................ 5-00-00 149 BHT-212-MM-1 5-00-00 Page 2 Rev. 16 15 NOV 2018 Export Classification C, ECCN EAR99 TABLE OF CONTENTS (CONT) Paragraph Chapter/Section Page Number Title Number Number 5-35 Each 300 Hours/3 Months of Driveshaft Operation ....................... 5-00-00 151 5-35A Each 300 Hours/12 Months Inspection of Tail Rotor Control Tube and Bearing .............................................................. 5-00-00 152A 5-36 Main Rotor Grip Ultrasonic Inspection. .......................................... 5-00-00 153 5-37 Each 500 Hours/6 Months of Blade Service .................................. 5-00-00 155 5-38 Each 600 Hours of Transmission Operation. ................................. 5-00-00 157 5-39 600 Hours/6 Months of Tail Rotor Driveshaft Coupling Operation ....................................................................................... 5-00-00 159 5-40 600 Hours/12 Months of Main Driveshaft Operation...................... 5-00-00 161 5-40A Each 600 Hours/12 Months Inspection of Magnetic Brake Assembly ....................................................................................... 5-00-00 162A 5-40B Each 600 Hours/12 Months Inspection of Fire Extinguisher Discharge Tubes............................................................................ 5-00-00 162C 5-41 Each 1000 Hours of Component Operation .................................. 5-00-00 163 5-42 First 1000 Hours of Component Time and Each 3000 Hours Thereafter of Component Time...................................................... 5-00-00 165 5-43 Each 1000 Hours/12 Months of Main Rotor Blade Operation........ 5-00-00 169 5-44 Each 1200 Hours/24 Months of Component Operation ................. 5-00-00 171 5-45 Each 1200 Hours of Main Rotor Hub Pin Operation — Deleted .... 5-00-00 175 5-45A Every 12 months/2500 Landings High Forward Crosstube Deflection Check............................................................................ 5-00-00 176A 5-45B Every 12 months/5000 Landings High Forward Crosstube Fluorescent Penetrant Inspection .................................................. 5-00-00 176C 5-46 Each 24 Months of Flight Control System Bolt Operation.............. 5-00-00 177 5-47 Each 3000 Hours of Component Operation................................... 5-00-00 181 5-48 10,000 Hour Total Airframe Time and Each 300 Hours/12 Months Main Beam Cap Operation ............................................................ 5-00-00 187 CONDITIONAL INSPECTIONS 5-49 Condition Inspection ...................................................................... 5-00-00 189 5-50 After Hard Landing......................................................................... 5-00-00 191 5-51 After Blade Strike or Other Rotating System Torque Spike ........... 5-00-00 197 5-52 After Overspeed............................................................................. 5-00-00 205 5-53 After Overtorque ............................................................................ 5-00-00 209 5-54 After Engine Compressor Stall or Surge........................................ 5-00-00 213 5-55 After Lightning Strikes.................................................................... 5-00-00 219 5-56 After Engine Combining Gearbox Clutch Nonengagement, Misengagement, or In-flight Slippage ............................................ 5-00-00 227 COMPONENT OVERHAUL SCHEDULE 5-57 Component Overhaul Schedule..................................................... 5-00-00 231 BHT-212-MM-1 5-00-00 Export Classification C, ECCN EAR99 FIGURES Figure Page Number Title Number 5-1 Fuselage Tailboom Attachment Inspection......................................................... 50 5-2 Inspection of Beam Caps.................................................................................... 51 5-3 Collective Stick Tube .......................................................................................... 104 5-4 Inspection of Main Rotor Hub Grip Tangs, Barrel and Drag Brace Attachment Lugs .................................................................................................................... 108 5-5 Spiral Bevel Gears Serial Numbers .................................................................... 111 5-6 Inspection of Spiral Bevel Gear .......................................................................... 112 5-6A Tail Rotor Blade - Detailed Inspection ................................................................ 126B 5-7 Inspection of Main Rotor Hub Grip (1200 Hours/24 Months).............................. 174 TABLES Table Page Number Title Number 5-1 Component Overhaul Schedule.......................................................................... 231 15 NOV 2018 Rev. 16 Page 3/4 BHT-212-MM-1 5-00-00 26 JUN 2013 Rev. 14 Page 5 Export Classification C, ECCN EAR99 INSPECTIONS 5-1. GENERAL This chapter contains the requirements for the Scheduled, Special, and Conditional Inspections and a Component Overhaul Schedule. WARNING FAILURE TO CORRECT CONDITIONS S U C H A S , B U T N O T L I M I T E D T O , CORROSION, EROSION, MECHANICAL DAMAGE, OR OBVIOUS WEAR FOUND DURING A SCHEDULED INSPECTION C O U L D S E R I O U S LY A F F E C T T H E AIRWORTHINESS OF THE HELICOPTER. These inspection requirements constitute an approved inspection program for the Bell Helicopter Model 212. For the convenience of the operator, two separate Scheduled Inspections are provided as follows: Part A scheduled inspections consists of a daily inspection, 100 hour/12 calendar month inspection, 1000 hour inspection, and a 3000 hour/5 year inspection. Part B scheduled inspections consists of a 25 hour/ 30 day inspection, 300 hour inspection, 600 hour/ 12 month inspection, and a 3000 hour/5 year inspection. Either Part A or Part B inspection program may be utilized. However, once a helicopter has been started on an inspection program, it shall be maintained on that program except as follows: • If a helicopter is being inspected on the Part A inspection program and it is preferable to change to the Part B program, a complete Part A — 1000 Hour Inspection shall be accomplished. The helicopter may then be changed to the Part B inspection program beginning with a 25 Hour/15 Day Inspection. • If a helicopter is being inspected on the Part B inspection program and it is preferable to change to the Part A program, a complete Part B — 600 Hour/12 Month Inspection shall be accomplished. The helicopter may then be changed to the Part A inspection program beginning with a Daily Inspection. The inspection intervals given in this chapter are the maximum permitted. Do not exceed these intervals. The owner/operator is responsible for increasing the scope and the frequency of the inspections as necessary. Make sure the helicopter is maintained safely during all unusual local changes, such as environmental conditions, helicopter use, etc. You can request changes to the requirements in this chapter through the local Aviation Authority. The inspection intervals and the component overhaul schedule provided in this chapter are applicable only to Bell Helicopter Textron approved parts. NOTE The time period given for the overhaul of a component (or the failure to give a time period for the overhaul of a component) does not constitute a warranty of any kind. The only warranty applicable to the helicopter or any component is the warranty included in the Purchase Agreement for the helicopter or the component. The Time Between Overhaul (TBO) and the inspection periods are determined through experience, tests, Lead The Fleet (LTF), or any other special programs and the judgement of Bell Helicopter Textron engineers. They are subject to change only by Bell Helicopter Textron or an approved Airworthiness Authority. Changes to the TBO will be introduced by either revision to this chapter or a Technical Bulletin. Every calendar and hourly inspection is a thorough visual inspection to determine the airworthiness of the helicopter and the components. Qualified persons must do the inspections in accordance with quality standard aircraft practices and the applicable maintenance manuals. Bell Helicopter Textron considers that it is mandatory to obey all the applicable Alert Service Bulletins (ASB) and the Airworthiness Directives (AD). BHT-212-MM-1 5-00-00 Page 6 Rev. 14 26 JUN 2013 Export Classification C, ECCN EAR99 Component operating time records are necessary for components that have scheduled maintenance procedures, which are different from those of the airframe. It is the owner/operator’s responsibility to keep the Historical Service Records (HSR) for the applicable component and to do the necessary maintenance procedures. Before each inspection, remove or open the necessary cowlings, fairing, inspection doors, and panels. 5-2. INSPECTION REQUIREMENTS This manual does not include specific inspections required by the FAA or other government regulatory authorities. These specific inspections are given by your government regulatory authority. Refer to their requirements for these specific inspections. The owner/operator of the helicopter is responsible for the maintenance done on the helicopter. It is the owner.operator’s responsibility to: 1. Establish, maintain, and review the log books for discrepancies. 2. Make sure the Alert Service Bulletins (ASB), the Airworthiness Directives (AD), and the special inspections are done when they are required to be done. 3. Make sure the scheduled inspections, the special inspections, and the required tests for all of the installed kits are complied with. 4. Make sure all parts and components for which Historical Service Records are required have documented traceability to their original installation in the helicopter. WARNING A L L PA R T S R E M O V E D , D U E T O R E A C H I N G T H E I R L I M I T S O R A S A RESULT OF AN ACCIDENT/INCIDENT I N S P E C T I O N A N D D E E M E D U N A I R W O R T H Y, S H A L L B E PERMANENTLY MARKED AS SCRAP OR P H Y S I C A L LY D E S T R O Y E D TO T H E EXTENT THAT THERE IS NO CHANCE OF REPAIR OR INSTALLATION ON ANY HELICOPTER OR COMPONENT. 5. Make sure all limited life parts that have completed their published operating limits are replaced. 6. Make sure all of the components that have completed their published overhaul periods are overhauled. 7. Make sure all of the maintenance that is done on the helicopter is done by an approved maintenance organization. The maintenance organization/person doing the maintenance is responsible for the quality of the maintenance done. The owner/operator may choose to ask the maintenance organization/person doing the maintenance to perform the tasks listed by prior arrangement through a separate formal agreement. 5-3. CRASH DAMAGE Because of the many possible combinations that can result from crash damage, it is not possible to include the specific repair tasks in this category. The helicopter mechanic must make an analysis of the crash damage for each situation. Do the repair in accordance with the degree of damage to the specific part and the applicable repair procedures in this manual. Call Product Support Engineering with your analysis of the crash damage. 5-4. TYPES OF INSPECTIONS 1. The maintenance procedures may include scheduled inspections, special inspections, conditional inspections, component interim inspections, and component overhaul inspections. a. Scheduled inspections must occur at specified operating intervals. The intervals may be in operating time (hours), cycles, torque events (RIN), calendar (days, months, years) or other assigned units. This makes sure that the helicopter is airworthy. • Scheduled inspections — Part A consists of: BHT-212-MM-1 5-00-00 26 JUN 2013 Rev. 14 Page 7 Export Classification C, ECCN EAR99 – Daily inspection — Accomplish daily before flight operation. – 100 hours/12 calendar months — Accomplish each 100 hours of flight operation or 12 calendar months, whichever comes first. – 1000 hours — Accomplish each 1000 hours of flight operation. – 3000 hours/5 years — Accomplish each 3000 hours of flight operation or each 60 calendar months, whichever comes first. • Scheduled inspections — Part B consists of the following: – 25 hours/30 days — Accomplish each 25 hours of flight operation or each 30 days, whichever comes first. – 300 hours — Accomplish each 300 hours of flight operation. – 600 hours/12 months — Accomplish each 600 hours of flight operation or each 12 calendar months, whichever comes first. – 3000 hours/5 years — Accomplish each 3000 hours of flight operation or each 60 calendar months, whichever comes first. b. Special inspections are of a temporary nature or of a special interval that is not consistent with the scheduled inspections. c. Conditional inspections do not occur at a specified time. A conditional inspection is the result of known or suspected unusual event, known or suspected malfunctions, or defects. d. An interim inspection occurs between overhauls. e. The component overhaul schedule gives the elapsed operating time at which a component must be removed, disassembled, examined for condition, and overhauled, in accordance with data approved by Bell Helicopter Textron. 2. Airworthiness limitations — Replace components in accordance with Airworthiness Limitations Schedule (Chapter 4). 3. Lubrication and servicing requirements are in addition to those stated in this chapter (Chapter 12). 4. For corrosion control refer to the Corrosion Control Guide, CSSD-PSE-87-001 and the BHT-ALL-SPM. 5. For the PT6T-3/-3B engines, refer to the Pratt & Whitney Canada Maintenance Manual for the scheduled inspection, special inspection, conditional inspection, and component overhaul schedule. 6. For the common Bell Helicopter Textron approved optional equipment that is integrated into this maintenance manual, refer to this chapter for the scheduled inspection, conditional inspection, component interim inspection, and component overhaul inspection. 7. For all other Bell Helicopter Textron approved equipment, refer to the applicable Service Instruction for the scheduled inspection, special inspection, conditional inspection, component interim inspection, and component overhaul inspection. 8. For the inspection requirements for optional equipment approved under Supplement Type Certificate (STC), refer to the applicable STC documentation. Maintenance and inspection of these items are the responsibility of the owner/operator. 5-5. DEFINITIONS • Inspect, check, examine — Determine condition relative to an established standard. • Condition — The state of being of an item as related to serviceable or unserviceable standard. • Security — The presence of attaching parts that are properly tightened or appear to be, and the presence of properly installed (as required) locking devices such as lockwire, cotter pins, or other. • Standard — An established rule or measure to determine condition. • Damage — Physical deterioration whereby the standard renders the condition or an item acceptable or not acceptable for continuous use. BHT-212-MM-1 5-00-00 Page 8 Rev. 14 26 JUN 2013 Export Classification C, ECCN EAR99 • Discard — Reject a component that has damage that cannot be repaired. To permanently remove from service. • Preventive maintenance — Simple or minor preservation and the replacement of small standard parts not involving complex assembly operations. • Maintenance — Inspection, overhaul, repair, preservation, and the replacement of parts, but excludes preventive maintenance. • Operating time — Time required to be recorded in historical record sheets or helicopter logs. Operating time to be recorded may be identified as follows: – Time in service — Time from the moment a helicopter leaves the surface of the earth until it touches down at the next point of landing. Time during which the engine and rotor are turning with the helicopter on the ground is not taken into account. – Calendar time — Elapse time starts the day the inspection is accomplished, the component is installed, or the rotor is turned for the first time and ends on the last day of the month that the time limit expires. Calendar time shall be recorded without interruption. Removal of the component or storage of the helicopter etc. does not stop calendar time. • Planned event — Occurrence of interval in which a specific action is to be taken as in the case of preventive maintenance, scheduled overhaul, or replacement in accordance with maximum airworthiness life guidelines. • Lead The Fleet (LTF) Program — This is a program to validate the performance of an approved product improvement or a change to a maintenance interval. The engineering aspects of this change are approved. The program is closely monitored by Bell Helicopter Textron in an operational environment with selected operators. • Special Programs — These are approved programs that may be initiated under certain special conditions to meet specific requirements. These programs will be clearly defined through a plan and the engineering and maintenance aspects will be approved by the regulatory authorities. 5-6. INSPECTION AND OVERHAUL TOLERANCE WARNING DO NOT APPLY THESE TOLERANCES T O PA R T S W I T H A L I M I T E D AIRWORTHINESS LIFE (CHAPTER 4). The Bell Helicopter Textron approved tolerance for scheduled inspections, special inspections, interim inspections, and overhaul intervals, unless otherwise stated, is 10% or up to a maximum of 100 hours operating time/30 days calendar time, whichever is less. The tolerances are established for maintenance scheduling convenience only. Scheduled inspections, special inspections, interim inspections, or overhaul intervals required beyond the stated tolerances must be approved by Product Support Engineering. NOTE The following is only applicable for those operators whose governing aviation authority requires to specifically approve the inspection and overhaul tolerance. If approval of the inspection and overhaul tolerance is required by the applicable governing aviation authority, this is the responsibility of the owner/operator. Refer to the Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6T-3/-3B Maintenance Manual for inspection and overhaul tolerances. The following provides examples of when hourly, calendar, or hourly/calendar inspection tolerances have been applied: BHT-212-MM-1 5-00-00 26 JUN 2013 Rev. 14 Page 9 Export Classification C, ECCN EAR99 Hourly Example (10% or up to a maximum of 100 hours, whichever is less): 300-HOUR INSPECTION DUE AT: MAXIMUM ALLOWED TOLERANCE INSPECTION CARRIED OUT AT: NEXT 300-HOUR INSPECTION DUE AT: 3400 Hours 10% of 300 hours = 30 hours 3430 Hours (10% tolerance applied) 3730 Hours 3730 Hours 10% of 300 hours = 30 hours 3750 Hours (within 10% tolerance) 4050 Hours 4050 Hours 10% of 300 hours = 30 hours 4050 Hours (tolerance not applied) 4350 Hours Calendar Example (10% or up to a maximum of 30 days calendar time, whichever is less): 12-MONTH INSPECTION DUE ON: MAXIMUM ALLOWED TOLERANCE INSPECTION CARRIED OUT ON: NEXT 12-MONTH INSPECTION DUE ON: June 10, 2010 10% of 12 months = 1.2 months (maximum allowed is 30 days) July 8, 2010 (within 30 day tolerance) July 31, 2011 July 31, 2011 10% of 12 months = 1.2 months (maximum allowed is 30 days) June 15, 2011 (completed early) June 30, 2012 June 30, 2012 10% of 12 months = 1.2 months (maximum allowed is 30 days) June 30, 2012 (tolerance not applied) June 30, 2013 NOTE: The last day of the month applies for the next inspection (paragraph 5-5, calendar time). Hourly/Calendar Example (10% or up to a maximum of 100 hours operating time/30 days calendar time, whichever is less): 1200-HOUR/ 24-MONTH INSPECTION DUE AT: MAXIMUM ALLOWED TOLERANCE INSPECTION CARRIED OUT AT: NEXT 1200-HOUR/ 24-MONTH INSPECTION DUE AT: 3400 Hours/ June 30, 2010 10% of 1200 hours = 120 hours (maximum allowed is 100 hours) or 10% of 24 months = 2.4 months (maximum allowed is 30 days) 3400 Hours/July 30, 2010 (within 30 day calendar tolerance) 4600 Hours/ July 31, 2012 1 1 1 1 1 BHT-212-MM-1 5-00-00 Page 10 Rev. 14 26 JUN 2013 Export Classification C, ECCN EAR99 4600 Hours/ July 31, 2012 10% of 1200 hours = 120 hours (maximum allowed is 100 hours) or 10% of 24 months = 2.4 months (maximum allowed is 30 days) 4700 Hours/April 2, 2012 (100 hour tolerance applied) 5900 Hours/ April 30, 2014 5900 Hours/ April 30, 2014 10% of 1200 hours = 120 hours (maximum allowed is 100 hours) or 10% of 24 months = 2.4 months (maximum allowed is 30 days) 5980 Hours/May 3, 2014 (within 100 hour and 30 day calendar tolerance) 7180 Hours/ May 31, 2016 NOTE: The last day of the month applies for the next inspection (paragraph 5-5, calendar time). Hourly/Calendar Example (10% or up to a maximum of 100 hours operating time/30 days calendar time, whichever is less): 3000-HOUR/ 5 YEAR INSPECTION DUE AT: MAXIMUM ALLOWED TOLERANCE INSPECTION CARRIED OUT AT: NEXT 3000-HOUR/ 5 YEAR INSPECTION DUE AT: 6000 Hours/ December 31, 2010 10% of 3000 hours = 300 hours (maximum allowed is 100 hours) or 10% of 60 months = 6 months (maximum allowed is 30 days) 6000 Hours/January 15, 2011 (within 30 day calendar tolerance) 9000 Hours/ January 31, 2016 9000 Hours/ January 31, 2016 10% of 3000 hours = 300 hours (maximum allowed is 100 hours) or 10% of 60 months = 6 months (maximum allowed is 30 days) 9100 Hours/January 2, 2016 (100 hour tolerance applied) 12,100 Hours/ January 31, 2021 12,100 Hours/ January 31, 2021 10% of 3000 hours = 300 hours (maximum allowed is 100 hours) or 10% of 60 months = 2.4 months (maximum allowed is 30 days) 12,175 Hours/February 20, 2021 (within 100 hour and 30 day calendar tolerance) 15,175 Hours/ February 28, 2026 NOTE: The last day of the month applies for the next inspection (paragraph 5-5, calendar time). Hourly/Calendar Example (10% or up to a maximum of 100 hours operating time/30 days calendar time, whichever is less): (Cont) 1200-HOUR/ 24-MONTH INSPECTION DUE AT: MAXIMUM ALLOWED TOLERANCE INSPECTION CARRIED OUT AT: NEXT 1200-HOUR/ 24-MONTH INSPECTION DUE AT: 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 BHT-212-MM-1 5-00-00 Export Classification C, ECCN EAR99 SCHEDULED INSPECTIONS 5-7. SCHEDULED INSPECTIONS Part A — Inspect helicopter daily, each 100 hours/12 calendar months, each 1000 hours, each 3000 hours/5 years. Part B — Inspect helicopter each 25 hours/30 days, each 300 hours, each 600 hours/12 calendar months, each 3000 hours/5 years. 26 JUN 2013 Rev. 14 Page 11/12 BHT-212-MM-1 5-00-00 26 JUN 2013 Rev. 14 Page 13 Export Classification C, ECCN EAR99 SCHEDULED INSPECTIONS 5-8. DAILY INSPECTION — PART A DATA REFERENCE INSPECTION TASK DESCRIPTION INITIAL MECH OTHER DATE: __________________W.O. ______________________ FACILITY: ___________________________________________ HELICOPTER S/N: ____________________________________ REGISTRY NO.: ______________________________________ TOTAL TIME:________________________________________ SIGNATURE: _________________________________________ NOTE For helicopters on the Part A inspection program, accomplish the following checks daily before flight operation. GENERAL 1. Each listed inspection item or maintenance function is to be performed in accordance with the referenced Maintenance Manual or BHT-212-CR&O manual chapter specified. 2. Refer to the Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6T-3/-3B Maintenance Manual for engine inspection requirements. PRELIMINARY REQUIREMENTS Corrosion Control Guide, CSSD-PSE-87-001 1. Use medium helicopter corrosion control guide to establish helicopter corrosion control program. Chapter 4 2. Replace all finite life components that have completed published operating limitations. Chapter 5 3. Overhaul all components that have completed published overhaul periods. Chapter 12 4. Lubricate and service helicopter as required. BHT-212-MM-1 5-00-00 Page 14 Rev. 14 26 JUN 2013 Export Classification C, ECCN EAR99 Chapter 5 5. Review Special Inspections and carry out applicable inspections. 6. Examine all inspection windows and sight glasses for cracking, crazing, and discoloration. If any of these conditions are present the part must be removed and replaced prior to returning helicopter for service. Service Instructions (SI) 7. Comply with all inspections and test requirements of all installed kits. Chapter 21 BLEED AIR HEATING SYSTEM COMPONENTS 1. Visually inspect heater compartment for cleanliness, condition, and security of heating system components, wiring, ducts, supports, and structure for damage and corrosion. 2. Visually inspect overhead ventilating system components for condition and security. 3. Visually inspect heat/vent air ducts for condition and security. 4. Visually inspect ventilation/defog components for condition and security. Chapter 25 CREW/PASSENGER SEATS 1. Visually inspect crew seats for condition, security, and operation. 2. Visually inspect crew seats restraints for condition, security, and operation. 3. Visually inspect passenger seats for condition and security. 4. Visually inspect passenger seats restraints for condition and security. Chapter 25 MISCELLANEOUS FURNISHINGS Visually inspect miscellaneous furnishings (map and data case, first aid kit, and emergency equipment) for condition and security. SCHEDULED INSPECTIONS 5-8. DAILY INSPECTION — PART A (CONT) DATA REFERENCE INSPECTION TASK DESCRIPTION INITIAL MECH OTHER BHT-212-MM-1 5-00-00 26 JUN 2013 Rev. 14 Page 15 Export Classification C, ECCN EAR99 Chapter 26 FIRE EXTINGUISHERS Visually inspect cockpit and cabin portable fire extinguishers and engine compartment fire extinguisher containers for security and condition. Chapter 28 FUEL SYSTEM Visually inspect fuel samples for contamination. Chapter 29 HYDRAULIC SYSTEMS 1. Visually inspect the following: a. Hydraulic system 1 and 2 filter bypass indicator buttons — not extended. b. Collective and cyclic servo actuators and boost tubes for leaks, damage, and security. c. Hydraulic system 1 and 2 pumps for leaks, damage, and security. d. Hydraulic system 1 and 2 valve and filter modules for leaks, damage, and security. e. Hydraulic system 1 and 2 lines, hoses, and fittings for leaks, damage, chafing, kinking, and security. f. Hydraulic system 1 and 2 reservoirs for proper fluid levels, damage, corrosion, and security. g. Tail rotor hydraulic actuator and hoses for leakage, corrosion, and security. 2. Remote hydraulic filter bypass indicator (located in right nose window) — confirm not tripped. Chapter 30 WINDSHIELD WIPER Visually inspect windshield wiper blades for serviceability and security. SCHEDULED INSPECTIONS 5-8. DAILY INSPECTION — PART A (CONT) DATA REFERENCE INSPECTION TASK DESCRIPTION INITIAL MECH OTHER BHT-212-MM-1 5-00-00 Page 16 Rev. 14 26 JUN 2013 Export Classification C, ECCN EAR99 Chapter 32 LANDING GEAR SYSTEM 1. Visually inspect landing gear as follows: a. Forward crosstube assembly and retention caps for condition and security of attachment. b. Aft crosstube assembly and retention caps for condition and security of attachment. c. Skid tubes and skid shoes for condition and security of attachment. Replace skid shoes that are worn into shoe surface. Repair weld beads as required. d. Fuselage supports for wear, damage, and security of attachment. e. If installed, landing gear forward crosstube crew step fittings for corrosion, damage, and security in area of attachment. f. Emergency float reservoir pressure indicator for proper charge indication (if installed). g. Floats for proper stowage and condition (if installed). 2. Visually inspect tail skid for deformation and security of attachment. Chapter 52 DOORS, WINDOWS, AND EMERGENCY EXIT 1. Visually inspect nose door for obvious damage, security of attachment, proper latching, and seal for condition. 2. Visually inspect all windows for damage. Crew door windows, cargo hinged door window, passenger sliding door windows, cabin roof windows, cabin lower nose windows and windshields. 3. Visually inspect crew door emergency release pins for security. 4. Visually inspect crew and cabin doors for condition, security, and freedom of operation. SCHEDULED INSPECTIONS 5-8. DAILY INSPECTION — PART A (CONT) DATA REFERENCE INSPECTION TASK DESCRIPTION INITIAL MECH OTHER BHT-212-MM-1 5-00-00 26 JUN 2013 Rev. 14 Page 17 Export Classification C, ECCN EAR99 5. Visually inspect avionics/electrical and heater compartment doors for condition and security of attachment. Latches for proper operation. Chapter 53 FUSELAGE — General Visual Inspection 1. Fuselage exterior for condition and damage to protective finish. 2. Fuselage underside for evidence of fuel and hydraulic fluid leakage. 3. All cowlings and fairings for condition and security, missing fasteners, cracks, and proper operation of latches. 4. Inspect tailboom fuselage attachment points for security. 5. Pitot tube(s) and static ports for obstruction and damage. 6. Fuselage interior for evidence of water entrapment. a. Nose compartment. b. Pilot and passenger cabin. c. Electrical compartment. d. Heater compartment. e. Baggage compartment. Chapter 53 TAILBOOM 1. Inspect tailboom exterior structure for general condition. Chapter 52 2. Inspect baggage compartment interior for condition and cleanliness. 3. Check baggage compartment door for damage, proper operation, and security. SCHEDULED INSPECTIONS 5-8. DAILY INSPECTION — PART A (CONT) DATA REFERENCE INSPECTION TASK DESCRIPTION INITIAL MECH OTHER








