EASA SIB SW-12-38
Bell (BHTI) 205A-1, 205B, 212, 412CF and 412EP helicopters — Emergency (Push Out) Passenger Door Windows
The FAA Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin SAIB: SW-12-38 addresses the potential risk of in-flight loss of emergency "push out" passenger door windows on Bell Helicopter models 205A-1, 205B, 212, 412CF, 412EP, and restricted category UH-1B and UH-1H helicopters. This bulletin provides information about the issue without mandating regulatory action. It highlights concerns related to the bonding quality of window retainers on composite passenger doors.
Safety Information BulletinSafety MgmtMaintenanceBell 205A-1Bell 205BBell 212Bell 412CFBell 412EPBell UH-1BBell UH-1H