AD/R22/39 - Upper Clutch Actuator Bearing - CANCELLED

This document cancels a previous aviation safety rule (Airworthiness Directive AD/R22/39) that applied to Robinson R22 helicopters.

What it does:

• Removes a requirement for owners and operators to inspect the upper clutch actuator bearing housing on these helicopters.

Background:

• The original rule required a one-time inspection (due by June 1995) to verify that an approved bearing was installed.
• This was a unique Australian requirement, not based on the manufacturer's service documents.
• By 2009, the Civil Aviation Safety Authority determined this specific inspection was no longer necessary for safety.

Who it affects:

• Owners and operators of Robinson R22 Series helicopters.
• Practical effect: This removes an old compliance burden. If you had not completed this inspection by the 1995 deadline, you no longer need to do so.