SERVICE BULLETIN SB 24-001 C

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Overview

This document is a service bulletin for the Guimbal Cabri G2 helicopter, specifically addressing the inspection of swashplate P/N G41-00-000 due to reported cracks. It outlines mandatory inspection timelines and procedures to ensure safety and compliance.

Inspection required for swashplate P/N G41-00-000.
First inspection deadlines vary by swashplate serial number.
Recurrent inspections are mandated at specified intervals.
Cracks must be inspected using a flashlight.
Paint damage requires further inspection and touch-up.
Swashplate must not be returned to service until paint touch-up is complete.

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Document details

Type: Service Bulletins
Year: 2024
File size: 242 KB
Publisher: regulations.gov
Language: en

Specifications & performance

Extracted from this document.

Specifications

Swashplate part number: G41-00-000
Swashplate serial number range: 801 to 1077, 1078 and following

Performance

First inspection time limit: 30 flight hours or 4 months
Recurrent inspection time limit: 60 flight hours or 14 months

About this document

What is the SERVICE BULLETIN SB 24-001 C?

The SERVICE BULLETIN SB 24-001 C is a service bulletins for the GUIMBAL CABRI G2, dated 2024.

Where does the SERVICE BULLETIN SB 24-001 C come from?

This copy of the SERVICE BULLETIN SB 24-001 C was originally published by regulations.gov and is hosted on Sprinkle as a free, searchable reference copy.

What year was the SERVICE BULLETIN SB 24-001 C published?

The SERVICE BULLETIN SB 24-001 C — the GUIMBAL CABRI G2 service bulletins on file — is dated 2024.

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Applicability

Applies to Cabri G2 helicopters fitted with swashplate P/N G41-00-000.

Situation

Reports of cracks on swashplate G41-00-000 due to ageing and corrosion.

Deadline and Recurrence

Inspection timelines differ based on swashplate serial numbers, with specific hours and months outlined.

Required Actions

Inspect swashplate arms for cracks, remove paint if necessary, and follow specific touch-up procedures.

Cautions

Attention must be paid to each face of each clevis arm during inspection.

Contact Information

For support, contact HG Customer Support via phone or email.

Safety notes

Inspect all faces of each clevis arm for cracks.
If cracks are found, replace the swashplate before further flight.
Do not release swashplate to service until paint touch-up is completed.

Full document text

SB 24-001 C The technical content of this document is approved under the authority of the DOA ref. EASA.21J.211 1 / 3 Applicability Cabri G2 fitted with swashplate P/N G41-00-000 (all S/N). Situation HG has had reports of cracks on swashplate G41-00-000, likely to be related to ageing and corrosion: The present Service Bulletin prescribes the inspection of the swashplate arms for cracks. SERVICE BULLETIN SB 24-001 C MANDATORY RECOMMENDED OPTIONAL REPAIR Subject Swashplate Inspection Date of Entry into Force March 21st, 2024 Deadline and recurrence See below Associated Airworthiness Directive EASA AD 2024-0071 Associated Modification / Repair N/A Impact on Weight and Balance N/A HG Contact Customer Support Tel: +33 (0)4 42 39 10 88 E-Mail: support@guimbal.com Revision Subject Date A Creation Feb. 7th, 2024 B Change of inspection deadlines. Caution added. Mar. 13th, 2024 C AD ref. added Mar 20th, 2024 SB 24-001 C The technical content of this document is approved under the authority of the DOA ref. EASA.21J.211 2 / 3 Cabri G2 SERVICE BULLETIN Deadline and recurrence Aircraft fitted with swashplate S/N 801 to S/N 1077 First inspection: Within the next 30 flight hours or 4 months, whichever occurs first, from the effective date of the AD (March 21st, 2024). Recurrent inspection: At intervals not exceeding 60 flight hours or 14 months, whichever occurs first. Aircraft fitted with swashplate S/N 1078 and following First inspection: Within the next 60 flight hours or 6 months, whichever occurs first, from the effective date of the AD (March 21st, 2024). Recurrent inspection: At intervals not exceeding 60 flight hours or 14 months, whichever occurs first. Note: Regardless of the swashplate TSN, if issue A or B of this Service Bulletin was previously complied with, the first inspection is not required and only the recurrent inspections must be complied with. SB 24-001 C The technical content of this document is approved under the authority of the DOA ref. EASA.21J.211 3 / 3 Cabri G2 SERVICE BULLETIN Required Actions a) Use a flashlight and inspect the six arms from both the rotating and non-rotating swashplates for cracks: p Caution: Pay attention to each face of each clevis arm. b) In case of doubt and/or paint damage, particularly paint peeling off, remove the paint using P600-GRIT abrasive for further crack inspection. c) If a crack is found, replace the swashplate with a serviceable one before further flight and contact HG support. d) If no crack is found, paint touch up the areas where paint has been removed: • degrease the area using MEK, • apply Alodine, • apply anti-corrosion chromate primer: HG31-0031 primer mixed with HG31-1471 hardener, see SB 18-030 for mixing ratio, • apply paint: HG31-0033 paint mixed with HG31-1304 hardener and HG31-2704 thinner, see SB 18-030 for mixing ratio. Swashplate must NOT be released to service until paint touch up has been completed on every area where paint has been removed.

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