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EASA Regulations for Bell 505 (Jet Ranger X)

19 airworthiness directives and regulations affecting Bell 505 (Jet Ranger X).

EASA AD CF-2026-12

Levelling and Weighing — Aft Moveable Ballast Box Assembly Door Hinge Failure

The Levelling and Weighing — Aft Moveable Ballast Box Assembly Door Hinge Failure is an Emergency Airworthiness Directive CF-2026-12 issued by Transport Canada. It applies to Bell Textron Canada Limited model 505 helicopters, serial number 65011 and subsequent, equipped with ballast box assembly Part Numbers SLS-706-201-207 and SLS-706-201-207FM. The directive addresses a failure risk in the door hinge of the aft movable ballast box assembly that could lead to loss of helicopter control.

Mar 4, 2026
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EASA AD CF-2026-01

Tail Rotor - Incorrect Tailcone Assembly Part Number Identification Plate

EASA Airworthiness Directive CF-2026-01 is issued for Bell Helicopter Textron Canada Limited model 505 helicopters, serial number 65011 and subsequent. It addresses an issue with incorrect part number identification plates on certain tail cone assemblies. The directive mandates corrective action to ensure accurate part number identification to maintain aircraft safety.

Jan 20, 2026
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EASA AD CF-2025-62

Fuselage — Tailboom — Elongated Holes and Gaps on Tailcone Assembly

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2025-62 addresses manufacturing quality issues in Bell Textron Canada Limited model 505 helicopters, specifically affecting tailcone assemblies with elongated holes and gaps. The directive mandates inspections and a reduced airworthiness life limit for tailcone assemblies part number SLS-030-600-XYZ, applicable to serial numbers 65011 and subsequent. It aims to prevent potential tailboom skin fractures that could lead to loss of helicopter control.

Dec 5, 2025
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EASA AD CF-2025-35

Levelling and Weighing — Aft Moveable Ballast Box Assembly Door Hinge Failure

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2025-35 addresses a safety issue on Bell Textron Canada Limited model 505 helicopters, serial number 65011 and subsequent, equipped with ballast kit Part Number SLS-706-201-001. The directive concerns failure of the aft movable ballast box assembly door hinge, which could lead to ballast weights escaping and damaging the tail rotor. This AD mandates removal and modification of the affected ballast box assembly to ensure continued safe operation.

Jul 9, 2025
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EASA AD CF-2025-32

Empennage Structure — Vertical Stabilizer Top End Cap Assembly Cracking

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2025-32 addresses cracking in the vertical stabilizer top end cap assembly on Bell Textron Canada Limited Model 505 helicopters with specific serial numbers. This directive mandates inspections and replacement of affected parts to ensure structural integrity and flight safety. It applies to helicopters equipped with part number SLS-030-701-125 and introduces a new machined top end cap assembly part number SLS-704-701-101.

Jul 7, 2025
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EASA AD CF-2025-34

Tail Rotor — Tail Rotor Pitch Link Assembly Improper Washer Installation

The Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2025-34 addresses an issue with the tail rotor pitch link assembly on Bell Textron Canada Limited model 505 helicopters, specifically serial numbers 65464, 65465, 65467 through 65471, 65473, 65477, 65481, 65483, 65485, 65487 through 65489, 65517, 65553, 65571, 65572, 65575, and 65578. The directive mandates inspection and correction of improper washer installation in the tail rotor pitch link assembly to prevent potential failure. This AD is issued under Canadian Aviation Regulation 521.427 and becomes effective on 2025-07-17.

Jul 7, 2025
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EASA AD CF-2025-23

Nacelles/Pylons - Oil Cooler Fan Assembly Housing bracket cracking

The Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2025-23 addresses cracking in the oil cooler fan assembly housing bracket on Bell Textron Canada Limited (BTCL) Model 505 helicopters, specifically serial numbers 65011 to 65020 and 65022 to 65027. This directive mandates inspections and modifications to prevent potential failure of the mounting bracket. The issue involves the 'Z' shaped support bracket that may crack, posing a risk to the rear transmission system.

May 5, 2025
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EASA AD CF-2025-17

SUPERSEDED BY TCCA AD CF-2025-35

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2025-17 is an emergency directive affecting Bell Textron Canada Limited model 505 helicopters, serial number 65011 and later, equipped with ballast kit Part Number SLS-706-201-007. The directive addresses a failure risk in the aft movable ballast box assembly door hinge that could lead to ballast weights striking the tail rotor, causing severe control issues. This directive mandates immediate removal and prohibition of ballast weights in the affected assembly.

Mar 20, 2025
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EASA AD CF-2024-03

SUPERSEDED BY TCCA AD CF-2025-32

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2024-03 is an emergency directive addressing cracking in the vertical stabilizer top end cap assembly of Bell Textron Canada Limited model 505 helicopters, serial number 65011 and subsequent. The directive mandates inspections and possible replacement of the stabilizer top end cap to prevent potential loss of directional control caused by parts detaching during flight.

Jan 26, 2024
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EASA AD CF-2023-16R1

Engine — Fuel and Control — Change of Flight Manual Limitations

Airworthiness Directive CF-2023-16R1 is issued by Transport Canada and applies to Bell Textron Canada Limited model 505 helicopters, specifically serial numbers 65011 through 65169 and 65171 through 65300. The directive addresses changes to the flight manual limitations related to engine fuel and control, ensuring the Rotorcraft Flight Manual (RFM) reflects correct operating limitations for the ARRIUS 2R engine. This update is critical to prevent engine performance issues related to fuel operating envelopes at certain altitudes and temperatures.

Aug 2, 2023
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EASA AD CF-2023-51

Fuel Storage — Fuel Drain Quick Disconnect Valve Leakage Following Impact

The Airworthiness Directive CF-2023-51 is issued by Transport Canada and applies to Bell Textron Canada Limited model 505 helicopters with specific serial numbers. It addresses a fuel leakage issue from the fuel drain quick disconnect valve following an impact during crash testing. The directive mandates corrective measures to prevent fuel leakage and potential post-impact fire hazards.

Jul 17, 2023
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EASA AD CF-2022-62

Rotors Flight Controls — Collective Lever to Swashplate Outer Ring Fouling

The Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2022-62 addresses a potential interference issue between the collective lever and the swashplate outer ring on Bell Textron Canada Limited Model 505 helicopters, specifically serial numbers 65011 to 65412 and others listed. This directive mandates inspections and adjustments to ensure safe clearance between these components to prevent flight control malfunctions. It applies to the main rotor flight control system and aims to maintain helicopter operational safety.

Nov 14, 2022
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EASA AD US-2021-26-01

Rotors Flight Control - Tail Rotor Control Cable - Inspection / Removal / Modification

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2021-26-01 addresses certain Bell Textron Canada Limited Model 505 helicopters equipped with the S-TEC Corporation HeliSAS stability augmentation system and autopilot. This directive mandates inspection and potential removal or adjustment of the right forward tail rotor control cable to prevent unsafe chafing conditions. It aims to ensure continued airworthiness and safe operation of affected helicopters.

Dec 15, 2021
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EASA AD CF-2021-05R3

Rotors Flight Control — Collective Controls — Failure of Pilot Collective Stick and Grip Assembly

Airworthiness Directive CF-2021-05R3 addresses the failure risk of the pilot collective stick and grip assembly in Bell Textron Canada Limited model 505 helicopters, serial numbers 65011 through 65347. This directive mandates inspections and operational restrictions to detect and prevent fatigue cracking that could lead to loss of helicopter control. It also requires incorporation of a redesigned pilot collective stick tube to eliminate the root cause of the cracking.

Mar 25, 2021
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EASA AD CF-2019-35

Fuselage Structure — Fretting or Cracking of Airframe Truss Clevis Lower Lug

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2019-35 addresses fretting or cracking issues in the fuselage structure of Bell Helicopter Textron Canada Limited model 505 helicopters, serial number 65011 and subsequent. The directive mandates inspections and corrective actions for the airframe truss clevis lower lug to prevent potential structural failure. It applies specifically to the transmission restraint aft attachment hardware and related truss assemblies.

Oct 9, 2019
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EASA AD CF-2019-28

Flight Controls — Swashplate Assembly — Improperly Staked Bearings

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2019-28 addresses an issue with improperly staked bearings in the swashplate assembly of Bell Helicopter Textron Canada Limited model 505 helicopters, serial numbers 65011 through 65211. The directive mandates inspection and correction of the swashplate assembly bearings to ensure safe flight controls. This AD aims to prevent potential loss of helicopter control caused by bearing migration and subsequent control system failure.

Jul 26, 2019
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EASA AD CF-2019-08

SUPERSEDED BY TCCA AD CF-2023-16

Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2019-08 addresses Bell Helicopter Textron Canada Limited model 505 helicopters, serial number 65011 and subsequent. This directive mandates updating the rotorcraft flight manual to correct altitude limitations when operating with Jet B and JP-4 wide-cut fuels. The update ensures safe engine performance by reflecting accurate operating limits for these fuel types.

Mar 6, 2019
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EASA AD CF-2017-36

Indicating / Recording System — Engine Chip Detector Short to Ground

The Airworthiness Directive CF-2017-36 is issued by Transport Canada and applies to Bell Helicopter Textron Canada Limited model 505 helicopters with specific serial numbers. It addresses an issue in the indicating and recording system related to the engine chip detector causing a short to ground, which affects the display of critical flight parameters on the Primary Flight Display and Multi-Function Display.

Dec 18, 2017
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