The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) issued a new airworthiness directive (AD) targeting certain Bell Textron Canada Limited Model 505 helicopters. This rule mandates regular inspections of the helicopters' wire harnesses for potential damage due to chafing, and specifies repairs if needed, to prevent possible engine idling and loss of control in flight. The aim is to address and rectify an identified unsafe condition, as outlined in a Transport Canada AD, which has been incorporated by reference. The directive took effect on May 13, 2025, and the FAA is seeking public comments by June 12, 2025.
Simple Explanation
The FAA has made a new rule for checking part of a helicopter called the wire harness to make sure it doesn't get damaged, which could lead to flight problems. They want people to start checking these helicopters from May 13, 2025, and are asking for ideas or thoughts about this rule by June 12, 2025.