BELL HELICOPTER 430 Maintenance Manual page 71

5-19. PROGRESSIVE INSPECTION — EVENT 4 (CONT)
DATA REFERENCE
Chapter 53
Chapter 53
SCHEDULED INSPECTIONS
INSPECTION TASK DESCRIPTION
11. Examine the top and bottom surfaces of the horizontal
stabilizer for cracks in the area adjacent to the stabilizer
support. (T1/T2)
12. Inspect horizontal stabilizer center area as follows:
a. Remove upper support assembly. Save attaching
hardware.
b. Clean upper surface of stabilizer.
Surface must be free of all dirt and residue.
c. With bright light, inspect upper surface for any cracks,
corrosion or working rivets.
d. If no cracks, corrosion or working rivets are located,
install support assembly.
e. Remove lower support assembly. Save attaching
hardware.
f. Clean lower surface of stabilizer.
g. With bright light, inspect lower surface for any cracks,
corrosion or working rivets.
h. If no cracks, corrosion or working rivets are located,
install support assembly.
13. Examine the tail rotor guard and the tail skid for damage.
Make sure they are correctly attached. (T1/T2)
NOTE
26 JAN 2007 Rev. 15
BHT-430-MM-2
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