Chapter 27 - Flight Control Systems: Helicopter

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CHAPTER 27 — FLIGHT CONTROL SYSTEMS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Paragraph Chapter/Section Page

Number Title Number Number
FLIGHT CONTROLS
27-1 Flight Controls................................................................................ 27-00-00 3

27-2 Control Tubes ................................................................................ 27-00-00 3
27-3 Control Tubes — Inspection and Repair................................... 27-00-00 3
27-4 Bellcranks, Levers, Supports, and Walking Beams ....................... 27-00-00 4
27-5 Bellcranks, Levers, Supports, and Walking Beams —
Inspection and Repair............................................................... 27-00-00 4
COLLECTIVE PITCH CONTROL SYSTEM
27-6 Collective Pitch Controls ................................................................ 27-00-00 8

27-6A Autorotation RPM ..................................................................... 27-00-00 8
27-7 Collective Pitch Controls — Rigging ......................................... 27-00-00 8
27-8 Collective Stick............................................................................... 27-00-00 12A
27-9 Collective Stick — Removal...................................................... 27-00-00 12A
27-10 Collective Stick — Installation................................................... 27-00-00 12A
27-10A Throttle Friction Adjustment...................................................... 27-00-00 12A
27-11 Collective Jackshaft ....................................................................... 27-00-00 12A
27-12 Collective Jackshaft — Removal .............................................. 27-00-00 12A
27-13 Installation — Collective Jackshaft ........................................... 27-00-00 14
27-14 Adjustment — Collective Minimum Friction .............................. 27-00-00 14
27-15 Collective Pitch Control Linkage .................................................... 27-00-00 15
27-16 Collective Pitch Control Linkage — Removal ........................... 27-00-00 15
27-17 Collective Pitch Control Linkage — Inspection and Repair ...... 27-00-00 15
27-18 Collective Pitch Control Linkage — Installation ........................ 27-00-00 15
27-19 Collective Trunnion and Lever ....................................................... 27-00-00 16
27-20 Collective Trunnion and Lever — Removal .............................. 27-00-00 16
27-21 Collective Trunnion and Lever — Disassembly ........................ 27-00-00 16
27-22 Collective Trunnion and Lever — Inspection and Repair ......... 27-00-00 16
27-23 Collective Trunnion and Lever — Assembly............................. 27-00-00 18A
27-24 Collective Trunnion and Lever — Installation ........................... 27-00-00 18A
CYCLIC CONTROL SYSTEM
27-25 Cyclic Controls ............................................................................... 27-00-00 19

27-26 Cyclic Controls — Rigging ........................................................ 27-00-00 19
27-27 Cyclic Stick Balance Spring — Adjustment .............................. 27-00-00 20A
27-28 Adjustment — Cyclic Friction.................................................... 27-00-00 22
27-29 Cyclic Stick and Torque Tube ........................................................ 27-00-00 22
27-30 Removal — Cyclic Stick and Torque Tube ............................... 27-00-00 22
27-31 Inspection and Repair — Cyclic Stick and Torque Tube .......... 27-00-00 22
27-32 Installation — Cyclic Stick and Torque Tube ............................ 27-00-00 25
27-33 Cyclic Yoke and Mixing Lever........................................................ 27-00-00 26
27-34 Removal — Cyclic Yoke and Mixing Lever............................... 27-00-00 26
27-35 Inspection and Repair — Cyclic Yoke and Mixing Lever .......... 27-00-00 28
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27-36 Installation — Cyclic Yoke and Mixing Lever............................ 27-00-00 28

27-37 Cyclic Control Linkage ................................................................... 27-00-00 29
27-38 Removal — Cyclic Control Linkage .......................................... 27-00-00 29
27-39 Inspection — Cyclic Control Linkage ........................................ 27-00-00 29
27-40 Installation — Cyclic Control Linkage ....................................... 27-00-00 29
ANTITORQUE CONTROL SYSTEM
27-41 Tail Rotor Controls ......................................................................... 27-00-00 31

27-42 Tail Rotor Controls — Rigging .................................................. 27-00-00 31
27-43 Tail Rotor Controls — Counterweight and Friction Adjustments 27-00-00 38
27-44 Antitorque Pedals and Adjuster ..................................................... 27-00-00 40
27-45 Anti-torque Pedals and Adjuster — Removal ........................... 27-00-00 40
27-46 Anti-torque Pedals and Adjuster — Inspection and Repair ...... 27-00-00 41
27-47 Anti-torque Pedals and Adjuster — Installation ........................ 27-00-00 42
27-48 Anti-torque Control Linkage ........................................................... 27-00-00 42
27-49 Anti-torque Control Linkage — Removal .................................. 27-00-00 42
27-50 Anti-torque Control Linkage — Inspection and Repair ............. 27-00-00 43
27-51 Anti-torque Control Linkage — Installation ............................... 27-00-00 43
27-52 Tail Rotor Pitch Change Mechanism ............................................. 27-00-00 45
27-53 Tail Rotor Pitch Change Mechanism — Removal .................... 27-00-00 45
27-54 Tail Rotor Pitch Change Mechanism — Inspection and Repair 27-00-00 45
27-55 Tail Rotor Pitch Change Mechanism — Installation ................. 27-00-00 47
ELEVATOR CONTROLS
27-56 Elevator Controls ........................................................................... 27-00-00 49

27-57 Elevator Control — Rigging ...................................................... 27-00-00 49
27-58 Stabilizer Elevator .......................................................................... 27-00-00 53
27-59 Stabilizer Elevator — Removal ................................................. 27-00-00 53
27-60 Stabilizer Elevator — Inspection............................................... 27-00-00 53
I 27-61 Stabilizer Elevator — Repair..................................................... 27-00-00 57
27-62 Stabilizer Elevator — Installation .............................................. 27-00-00 57
27-63 Elevator — Removal................................................................. 27-00-00 57
27-64 Elevator — Inspection............................................................... 27-00-00 58
I 27-65
27-66
Elevator — Repair ....................................................................
Elevator — Installation..............................................................
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27-67 Horn Assembly — Removal...................................................... 27-00-00 59
27-68 Horn Assembly — Inspection ................................................... 27-00-00 59
27-69 Horn Assembly — Installation................................................... 27-00-00 59
27-70 Auxiliary Fin Assembly.............................................................. 27-00-00 55
27-71 Auxiliary Fin Assembly — Removal .................................. 27-00-00 59
27-72 Auxiliary Fin Assembly — Inspection................................ 27-00-00 59
27-73 Auxiliary Fin Assembly — Installation ............................... 27-00-00 60
27-74 Slat Assembly ........................................................................... 27-00-00 60
27-75 Slat Assembly — Removal ............................................... 27-00-00 60
27-76 Slat Assembly — Inspection ............................................. 27-00-00 61
27-77 Slat Assembly — Repair ................................................... 27-00-00 61
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27-78 Slat Assembly — Installation ............................................ 27-00-00 61 I

27-79 Elevator Control Linkage................................................................ 27-00-00 61
27-80 Elevator Control Linkage — Removal....................................... 27-00-00 61
27-81 Elevator Control Linkage — Inspection and Repair.................. 27-00-00 62
27-82 Elevator Control Linkage — Installation.................................... 27-00-00 62
FIGURES
Figure Page
Number Title Number
27-1 Control Tubes and Collective Link Damage Limits ............................................. 5

27-1A Main Rotor RPM During Stabilized Power Off — Autorotation (206L1).............. 8B
27-1B Main Rotor Autorotation RPM Adjustment Chart (206L1 Engine Upgrade)........ 8C
27-1C Main Rotor Autorotation RPM Adjustment Chart (206L1+ IGW Upgrade).......... 8D
27-2 Collective Pitch Control....................................................................................... 9
27-3 Cyclic Centering.................................................................................................. 12
27-4 Collective Stick and Jackshaft ............................................................................ 13
27-5 Collective Trunnion and Lever ............................................................................ 17
27-6 Trunnion and Lever — Disassembly and Assembly ........................................... 18 I
27-7 Cyclic Controls .................................................................................................... 20
27-8 Cyclic Stick and Torque Tube ............................................................................. 23
27-9 Cyclic Stick Pivot................................................................................................. 25
27-10 Cyclic Yoke and Mixing Lever............................................................................. 27
27-11 Mixing Lever........................................................................................................ 28
27-12 Tail Rotor Controls .............................................................................................. 32
27-13 Tail Rotor Rigging Workaid ................................................................................. 36
27-14 Anti-torque Control Counterweights.................................................................... 39
27-15 Anti-torque Pedals and Adjuster ......................................................................... 41
27-16 Anti-torque Bellcrank and Friction Clamp ........................................................... 44
27-17 Tail Rotor Pitch Change Mechanism .................................................................. 46
27-18 Elevator Controls ................................................................................................ 50
27-19 Stabilizer Elevator — Removal and Installation .................................................. 54 I
TABLES
Table Page
Number Title Number
27-1 Flight Control Brearings Wear Limit .................................................................... 4

27-2 Maximum Quantity and Combinations of Washers per Pitch Horn Lug.............. 40
27-3 Elevator Hinge Bushings — Wear Limits ............................................................ 57 I
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FLIGHT CONTROLS
27-1. FLIGHT CONTROLS apply to all control tubes used within the flight control
systems. All control tubes damaged in excess of the
This chapter provides maintenance data for the following limits shall be replaced.
collective pitch controls, cyclic controls (forward, aft,
and lateral), elevator controls, and anti-torque 1. Clean the control tubes with cloths moistened
controls. The flight controls are mechanical linkages, with drycleaning solvent (C-304). Do not allow solvent
actuated by conventional controls and are used to to enter the bearings.
control flight attitude and direction. The cyclic (forward,
aft, and lateral) controls and collective controls have
2. Polish out acceptable damage removing no more
hydraulic boost. A synchronized elevator is linked into
material than necessary to blend the repair smoothly
the forward and aft controls at the cyclic torque tube.
into the surrounding surface. Mechanical damage
The controls are routed beneath the pilots and
shall be polished out only deep enough to remove
passenger seats, aft to the center of the helicopter and
traces of damage or wear. Corrosion damage should
up to the cabin roof through the control column which
be polished out to twice the depth of the deepest pit,
also serves as a primary cabin structure. Access doors
provided the maximum limit is not exceeded
located on the aft side of the control column and seat
(Figure 27-1).
panels are provided for inspections of control
components and for maintenance accessibility.
a. Use 400 to 600-grit abrasive cloth or paper
27-2. CONTROL TUBES (C-423) to remove damage or wear to a scratch-free
surface. Do not attempt repairs with the use of a
Aluminum alloy control tubes are used throughout the grinding wheel.
collective, cyclic, anti-torque, and elevator controls.
Some control tubes are fixed length with bonded end b. Apply chemical film material (C-100) to the
fittings while others may have adjustable fittings that repaired and bare areas and a protective coating of
are readily replaceable. Removal and installation epoxy polyamide primer (C-204) (BHT-ALL-SPM). I
procedures relating to the individual control tubes are
contained in the applicable section for the controls. 3. No thread damage is acceptable, nor damage to
any surface, if the repair will interfere with thread
27-3. CONTROL TUBES — INSPECTION AND engagement.
REPAIR
4. Replace any bent, dented, or distorted control
tubes and any parts that have cracks.
MATERIALS REQUIRED
Refer to BHT-ALL-SPM for specifications. 5. Inspect the rod end bearings for axial and radial
wear. If wear in either direction exceeds the wear limits
NUMBER NOMENCLATURE specified in Table 27-1, the bearing or control tube
shall be replaced.
C-100 Chemical Film Material
C-204 Epoxy Polyamide 6. Inspect the end fittings for scored bearing
Primer surfaces, elongated holes, and positive seating in the
control tube. Refer to Figure 27-1 for allowable
C-304 Drycleaning Solvent damage and corrosion limits.
C-423 Abrasive Cloth or

7. Elongation of the bolt or bushing holes must not
Paper
exceed 0.005 inch (0.13 mm). Repair or damage on
surfaces surrounding a hole, within a distance of one
Inspect the control tubes for mechanical and corrosion diameter from the edge of the hole, must not exceed
damage and joint wear. The following damage limits 25% of this area.
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Table 27-1. Flight Control Bearings — Wear Limits
NOMENCLATURE RADIAL AXIAL
COLLECTIVE, CYCLIC, ANTI-TORQUE, AND

ELEVATOR CONTROLS
Plain Rod-End Bearings 0.012 inch (0.31 mm) 0.030 inch (0.76 mm)
Shouldered Spherical Bearings 0.012 inch (0.31 mm) 0.030 inch (0.76 mm)
Elevator Hinge Bushings 0.006 inch (0.15 mm)

22-006B-15-9-16 0.005 inch (0.13 mm)
I 22-012B40-12-28
BELLCRANKS, LEVERS, SUPPORTS, AND

WALKING BEAMS
Pivot Bearings 0.005 inch (0.13 mm) 0.030 inch (0.76 mm)
TAIL ROTOR BLADE
Pitch Change Spherical Bearings 0.010 inch (0.25 mm) 0.015 inch (0.38 mm) or
when axial play exceeds
0.010 inch (0.25 mm) and a
high frequency vibration
develops in the tail rotor
8. Control tubes containing bonded inserts, clevises, 27-5. BELLCRANKS, LEVERS, SUPPORTS,
I or rod end bearings may be repaired (BHT-ALL-SPM). AND WALKING BEAMS — INSPECTION
AND REPAIR
9. Tag or otherwise identify parts that do not meet
inspection standards to ensure that the part is repaired
or scrapped, as applicable.
MATERIALS REQUIRED
27-4. BELLCRANKS, LEVERS, SUPPORTS, Refer to BHT-ALL-SPM for specifications.

AND WALKING BEAMS
NUMBER NOMENCLATURE
Bellcranks, levers, supports, and walking beams are
used throughout the collective, cyclic, anti-torque, and C-304 Drycleaning Solvent
elevator control systems. These parts transmit or
control change movements in the particular system in C-423 Abrasive Cloth or
which they are installed. Removal and installation Paper
procedures relating to these parts are contained in the
applicable section for the controls.
Inspection procedures and damage limits listed in the
following steps apply to parts of all flight controls.
These inspection procedures and damage limits are
not listed in the inspection procedure relating to a
specific part, but are referenced when they are
employed. Some parts require additional or specific
inspection limits peculiar to them. These inspection
limits are listed where a particular part is installed in
the controls.
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must not exceed 0.020 inch (0.51 mm) in depth.

NOTE
Corrosion damage must not exceed 0.010 inch
Refer to the BHT-206L-Series-CR&O (0.25 mm) in depth after all corrosion is removed.
Manual for detailed inspection and repair
procedures.
5. Remainder of part. Mechanical damage must not
1. Clean parts with cloths moistened with exceed 0.040 inch (1.02 mm) in depth. Corrosion
drycleaning solvent (C-304). Do not allow solvent to damage must not exceed 0.020 inch (0.51 mm) in
enter the bearings. depth.
2. Inspect the bearings for axial and radial wear. If

6. Polish out acceptable damage removing no more
wear in either direction exceeds the wear limits
than necessary to blend the repair smoothly into the
specified in Table 27-1, the bearing or part shall be
surrounding surface. Damage shall be polished out
replaced.
only deep enough to remove traces of damage not
exceeding maximum limits.
3. Inspect for elongated holes and wear in contact
areas. Elongation of the bolt or bushing holes must not
exceed 0.005 inch (0.13 mm). a. Use 400 to 600-grit abrasive cloth or paper
(C-423) to remove damage to a scratch-free surface.
4. Bearing housing. Mechanical damage within a Do not attempt repairs with the use of a grinding
distance of one diameter from the edge of the hole wheel.
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TYPICAL CONTROL LINK ASSY
DAMAGE AREA REPAIR ZONES
MECHANICAL DAMAGE 0.005 In. 0.005 In. 0.010 In.
CORROSION DAMAGE 0.0025 In. 0.0025 In. 0.005 In.
MAXIMUM AREA PER 0.10 Sq. In. 0.25 Sq. In. 1.00 Sq. In.
FULL DEPTH REPAIR
NUMBER OF REPAIRS One Per Lug 2 Per Zone N.C.
EDGE CHAMFER 0.020 In. 0.020 In. 0.040 In.
13ORE DAMAGE 0.002 For 1 /4

Circumference
THREAD DAMAGE:
DEPTH: One Third of Thread
LENGTH: One Quarter Inch
NUMBER: Two Per Segment
NOTE:
~ The width of repair at any section shall not exceed one third of the tube circumference.
L206001-28A
Figure 27-1. Control tubes and collective link damage limits (Sheet 1 of 2)
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0.3125
206-001-558 LINK ASSEMBLY
DAMAGE LOCATION SYMBOLS
TYPE OF DAMAGE MAXIMUM DAMAGE AND REPAIR DEPTH
MECHANICAL 0.005 in. 0.010 in.

before and before and
after repair after repair
CORROSION 0.005 in. 0.010 in.

before and before and
after repair after repair
MAXIMUM AREA PER 0.05 sq. in. 0.25 sq. in.

FULL DEPTH REPAIR
NUMBER OF REPAIRS One per One per

tang segment
EDGE CHAMFER 0.020 in. 0.040 in.
THREAD
Depth: One-third of thread
Length: 0.25 in.
Number: Two
L206001-47A
Figure 27-1. Control tubes and collective link damage limits (Sheet 2 of 2)
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C-100 to
b. Apply chemical film treatment (C-100) 8. Tag or otherwise identify parts which do not
repaired and bare areas (aluminum parts only) meet inspection standards, to ensure that part is
and a protective coating of epoxy polyamide repaired or scrapped, as applicable.
C-204 (Refer to Chapter
primer (C-204). Chapter 20
20.)
7. For replacement of bearings or bushings
refer to Component Repair and Overhaul Manual.
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COLLECTIVE PITCH CONTROL SYSTEM
27-6. COLLECTIVE PITCH CONTROLS individual helicopter plus trapped fuel and
oil plus 170 pound pilot = X pounds
The collective pitch controls consist of a collective minimum GW for that helicopter).
stick, jackshaft, control tubes, bellcranks, and a
hydraulic servo actuator. Movement of the collective EXAMPLE: With 206L1 helicopter (Figure 27-1A) at I
stick is transmitted through linkage and servo actuator minimum GW of 2800 pounds, and density altitude of
to the swashplate collective lever. Collective pitch 2000 feet with OAT at 20°C, the auto RPM would be
control is transmitted to the main rotor controls by set at 95.5% rotor speed.
vertical movement of the swashplate. The servo
actuator is mounted to a support, along with two servo 3. Reset auto RPM using chart if minimum weight of
actuators for the cyclic system. The support is helicopter changes more than ±50 pounds. The chart
mounted to cabin roof directly forward of the would still guarantee each helicopter of having 90%
transmission. RPM (minimum for autorotation) available at minimum
GW provided the empty weight of helicopter is not
27-6A. AUTOROTATION RPM changed, such as occurs with removal or addition of
kits. It would further reduce the possibility of rotor
......................................................... ~ overspeeds when operating at high density altitude or
~ ~ heavy GW.
~ CAUTION ~
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4. Test fly the helicopter after each adjustment to
MAXIMUM ROTOR SPEED IS 107%. ensure that correct adjustment has been made and
autorotation is as specified in chart of Figure 27-1A
(Figure 27-1B, 206L1 Engine Upgrade or
NOTE
Fly helicopter to determine autorotational
Figure 27-1C, 206L1+ IGW Upgrade). I
RPM; adjust as required. 27-7. COLLECTIVE PITCH CONTROLS —
RIGGING
1. Determination of rotor RPM percent to be
accomplished by use of chart in Figure 27-1A (Figure
I 27-1B, 206L1 Engine Upgrade or Figure 27-1C,

206L1+ IGW Upgrade). SPECIAL TOOLS REQUIRED
NOTE NUMBER NOMENCLATURE

One turn of the coarse threaded clevis of T102019 Rigging Tool
pitch change link rod makes a 3% change
in rotor RPM.
2. If rotor overspeeds beyond the rotor RPM NOTE

determined from Figure 27-1A (Figure 27-1B, 206L1 All preliminary rigging to be accomplished
I Engine Upgrade or Figure 27-1C, 206L1+ IGW

Upgrade), lengthen both pitch change links equally. If
rotor underspeeds, shorten both pitch change links
equally until desired rotor RPM is accomplished.
with hydraulic boost off. Clearance checks
shall be performed with hydraulic boost cart
connected to hydraulic controls and
operating. If interference exists, re-rig with
hydraulic boost applied to system.
Tolerance on rigging dimensions is ±0.03
NOTE
inch, unless otherwise noted.
The chart in Figure 27-1A (Figure 27-1B,
I 206L1 Engine Upgrade and Figure 27-1C,

206L1+ IGW Upgrade) bases the minimum
gross weight (GW) as a function of a
particular helicopter (empty GW of
1. Disconnect control tube (14, Figure 27-2) from
bellcrank (15). Disconnect link (9) from collective lever
(8). Ensure all fixed length control tubes are correctly
installed.
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2. Center cyclic stick (1, Figure 27-3) by installing 9. Adjust link (9) to fit. Torque jam nut 80 to 100
NAS1305 bolt (4) through cover (3) and engage pivot inch-pounds.
assembly (2). Tighten friction adjuster (5) to keep
cyclic stick from moving. Remove bolt (4).
10. Connect link (9) to collective lever (8) with bolts,
two washers, and nut. Torque nut 60 to 85
3. Position the collective stick (10, Figure 27-2) 2.40
inch-pounds and install cotter pin.
inches above edge of seat (Detail C). Tighten friction
to keep collective stick in this position.
11. Remove TI02019 rigging tool (12) from collective
4. Position bellcrank (15) against stop surface on servo actuator (17).
support (13) as shown in Detail F.
12. Pull collective stick (10) up to reposition collective
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lever (8) to obtain the 2.12 dimension shown in Detail
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~ CAUTION ~
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A. The high collective position is 2.12 plus the low
~ ...................................~ collective recorded dimension from step 8.
MAXIMUM OF 1.0 INCH EXPOSED

13. Hold collective lever (8) in high collective position.
THREADS ALLOWED ON ALL
Center valve of collective servo actuator (17) and
ADJUSTABLE ROD ENDS.
install T102019 rigging tool (12), as shown in Detail D,
5. Adjust control tube (14) to fit. Torque jam nut on through lateral holes in trunnion into body of servo
control tube 80 to 100 inch-pounds. actuator.
6. Connect control tube (14) to bellcrank (15) with 14. Adjust high collective stop bolt (16) in bellcrank
bolt, two washers, and nut. Torque nut 30 to 40 (15), as shown in Detail E, to make contact with stop
inch-pounds and install cotter pin. surface on support (13). Secure stop bolt (16) with
jamnut and secure with lockwire (C-405).
7. Hold collective stick (10) against low stop. Center
valve of collective servo actuator (17) and install
15. Remove T102019 rigging tool (12) from collective
TI02019 rigging tool (12), as shown in Detail D,
servo actuator.
through holes in trunnion into body of servo actuator.
8. Position collective lever (8) to obtain 1.95 inch 16. If a hydraulic boost cart is available, final check
I (2.25 inch for 206L1+ IGW Upgrade) dimension, as and adjustment for collective lever (8) travel of 2.12
shown in Detail B, and record dimension. inches may be made.
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OAT~ °C NR~%
206L1_MM_27_0020
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14000--~-.-........-.---,-........_,.,--,
* Autorotation RPM limitation.
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Maximum 107.0% NR 12000---u
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Minimum 90 .0 % NR ~ ---I
* One full turn of the coarse threaded clevis of M/R pitch link I
~ 10000-- O~~ /ft:'Jjd/~ I I/ 11
will change autorotation RPM about 3% NR. ~ V / j io/f ~ 0

j: 8000 / v II i- 1/
* Autorotation RPM will increase approximately 1 % NR for 5 1 ' ' 1
each 1000 foot increase in density altitude or about 100 ~ 6000 V / / / •/ / V
pounds increase in gross weight. ~ / / 1
11
1v 1 / 7
* If RPM is low, decrease the length of both pitch links ~ 4000
~ 1 1/ 1 1 / I
equally. If RPM is high, lengthen both pitch links equally. a. I I

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MAX MIN
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• AUTOROTATION RPM LIMITATION 14000----------------

MAXIMUM 107.0% NR
MINIMUM 90.0% NR
• ONE FULL TURN OF THE COARSE THREADED

CLEVIS OF M/R PITCH LINK WILL CHANGE
AUTOROTATION RPM ABOUT 3% NR
w
e AUTOROTATION RPM WILL INCREASE Cl
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APPROXIMATELY 1% NR FOR EACH 1000 t- 8000
FOOT INCREASE IN DENSITY ALTITUDE OR t_,J-
ABOUT 100 POUNDS INCREASE IN GROSS < 6000
WEIGHT. w
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e IF RPM IS LOW, DECREASE THE LENGTH VJ
V,
OF BOTH PITCH LINKS EQUALLY. IF RPM w
IS HIGH, LENGTHEN BOTH PITCH LINKS c::
Q..
EQUALLY.
108 I 106 104 102 100 98 96 94

107 ROTOR RPM - PERCENT 90
MAX MIN
206L1_MM_27_0015
Figure 27-1C. Main Rotor Autorotation RPM Adjustment Chart (206L1+ IGW Upgrade)
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1. Bellcrank
2. Controi tube
3. Jackshaft
4. Friction knob
5. Trunnion and lever
6. Support
7. Idler ~ Adjustable Control Tubes
7A. Control tube (collective)
78. Control tube (cyclic)
7C. Control tube (elevator)
7D. Yoke
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Figure 27-2. Collective pitch control (Sheet 1 of 3)
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LINK
2.12 ±0.03 IN. (HIGH COLLECTIVE)
1.95 ±0.03 IN. (LOW COLLECTIVE)

CONTROL (206L1 AND 206L1 ENGINE UPGRADE
TUBE (BHT-206-SI-2050)).
2.25 ±0.03 IN. (LOW COLLECTIVE)
(206L1+ IGW UPGRADE
(BHT-206-SI-2052)). (REF)
BELLCRANK (206L1 ENGINE UPGRADE (BHT-206-SI-2052)
WITH INCREASE POWER OPERATION
(BHT-206-SI-2039)).
SWASHPLATE SUPPORT
DETAIL A
TRANSMISSION
1.95 ±0.03 IN. (LOW COLLECTIVE) (206L1 AND 206L1 ENGINE UPGRADE
(BHT-206-SI-2050)).
2.25 ±0.03 IN. (LOW COLLECTIVE) (206L1+ IGW UPGRADE
DETAIL B
(BHT-206-SI-2052)).
(206L1 ENGINE UPGRADE (BHT-206-SI-2052) WITH INCREASE POWER
OPERATION (BHT-206-SI-2039)).
(SPOTFACE MACHINED SURFACE)
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2.40 IN.
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8. Collective lever
9. Link
10. Collective stick
11. Seat
DETAIL C
206L1_MM_27_0016_c01
Figure 27-2. Collective Pitch Control (Sheet 2 of 3)
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DETAIL D
STOP SURFACE ON BELLCRANK

TO BE AGAINST STOP SURFACE
ON SUPPORT
STOP SURFACE
(LOW COLLECTIVE)
I
STOP SURFACE
(HIGH COLLECTIVE)
STOP BOLT IN BELLCRANK TO

MAKE CONTACT WITH STOP
SURFACE ON SUPPORT.
DETAIL F
DETAIL E
12. Rigging Tool (T102019) 15. Bellcrank

13. Support 16. Stop Bolt
14. Control Tube 17. Servo Actuator
206401-9
Figure 27-2. Collective pitch control (Sheet 3 of 3)
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1. Cyclic stick 4. NAS 1305 bolt

2. Pivot assembly 5. Friction adjuster
3. Cover
L20640l-2
Figure 27-3. Cyclic Centering
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17. Coat the threads and the jamnuts of all adjustable 3. Remove the nuts (27), clamp (29), bolts (6), and
rod ends on the control tubes and the links with washers (5) that secure the collective control stick
corrosion preventive compound (C-101). assembly (1) in the jackshaft elbow. Loosen the screw
(6D) in the friction clamp (6B). Remove the pin (6A)
from the elbow.
18. Check the collective control minimum friction
(paragraph 27-14).
4. Remove the collective stick (1) from the elbow of
the jackshaft (23).
I 19. Deleted.
27-10. COLLECTIVE STICK — INSTALLATION
20. Check the rigging of the droop compensator
controls (Chapter 76). 1. Insert the collective stick assembly (1,
Figure 27-4) into the elbow of the jackshaft (23).
Engage the throttle tube of the collective stick with the
21. Check the rigging of the elevator controls
throttle arm (6E) and the friction clamp (6B). Install the
(paragraph 27-57).
pin (6A) in the elbow.
22. To assure clearance between the cyclic yoke (7D, 2. Install the bolts (6) with the washers (5) under the
Figure 27-2) and the elevator control tube (7C), apply heads. Position the clamp (29) around the electrical
hydraulic pressure to the boost actuators by means of cable (2) and install on the forward bolt (6). Install the
an auxiliary hydraulic power cart. Position the nut (27). Install the washer and the nut on the aft bolt
collective stick in its full up position and check (6). Torque the nuts 50 to 70 inch-pounds (5.7 to
clearance between the yoke and the elevator control
tube as the cyclic stick is moved to its full forward and
7.9 Nm). Adjust the throttle friction (paragraph
27-10A).
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forward corner positions. If parts make contact,
shorten the collective control tube (7A) to provide
3. Connect the electrical cable (2).
I 0.020 to 0.040 inch (0.51 to 1.02 mm) clearance at the
most critical stick position, then shorten the cyclic
control tubes (7B) by the same amount as the 4. Install the cover (4) with the screws (3).
collective control tube.
27-10A. THROTTLE FRICTION ADJUSTMENT
23. Check the collective controls to ensure that all
safety devices (cotter pins and lockwire) are installed. Disconnect the throttle control cable from the throttle
Check controls for freedom of operation without arm (6E, Figure 27-4). Adjust the screw (6D) in the
binding or interference. friction clamp (6B) to obtain 0.75 to 1.50 inch-pounds
(0.09 to 0.17 Nm) of torque measured at the throttle I
twist grip. Lockwire the adjusting screw to the fricton
27-8. COLLECTIVE STICK clamp. Reconnect the throttle control cable to the
throttle arm.
The collective stick is installed to the left of the pilot
seat. The stick extends upward and forward through a 27-11. COLLECTIVE JACKSHAFT
flexible cover. The stick incorporates a twist grip for
operation of the gas producer controls. Switches are The collective jackshaft provides a mounting point for
installed on top of the stick for the starter, governor the collective stick. An adjustable friction mounted on
RPM, landing light, and idle stop release. the jackshaft allows each pilot to adjust the friction for
his own requirements. A minimum friction adjustment
27-9. COLLECTIVE STICK — REMOVAL clamp, located at the left end of the jackshaft, ensures
that the collective stick will always have a preset
minimum friction.
1. Remove the screws (3, Figure 27-4) and the
cover (4) from the collective stick (1).
27-12. COLLECTIVE JACKSHAFT — REMOVAL
2. Disconnect the electrical cable (2). 1. Remove the collective stick (paragraph 27-9).
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0.005 IN.
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DETAIL A GASPRODUCERCONTROL(RE~
1.
2.
3.
4.
Collective stick
Electrical cable
Screw
Cover
8.
9.
10.
11.
Nut
Washer
Link
Washer
19.
20 .
21.
22.
Bolt
Washer
Washer
Nut
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5. Washer 11A. Washer 23 . Jackshaft

6. Bolt 12. Bolt 24. Nut
6A. Pin 13. Washer 25. Washer
6B . Friction clamp 14. Nut 26 . Nut
6C. Washer 15. Bolt 27. Nut
6D. Screw 16. Clamp 28. Bolt
6E . Throttle arm 17. Support 29. Clamp
7. Friction knob 18. Screw 30. Bearing
206L1_MM_27_0017
Figure 27-4. Collective Stick and Jackshaft
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2. Remove forward seat panels. 9. Install center panel.
3. Remove center panel. 10. Install forward seat panels.
4. Disconnect gas producer control from 11. Install cover (4) with screws (3).
throttle arm.
27-14. ADJUSTMENT - COLLECTIVE
figure 27-4
5. Remove nut (8, figure 27-4), bolt (12), and
MINIMUM FRICTION.
washer (9, 11, and llA), to separate link (10) from
clevis on jackshaft (23).
figure 27-4
1. Remove screws (3, figure 27-4) and remove
cover (4).
6. Remove nuts (14), washers (13), and bolts
(28) to separate bearings (30) from fuselage.
2. Remove pilots seat and seat panel to expose
bearing (30).
7. Remove nuts (22), bolts (19),screw(18), with
its assorted washer and nut, and washers (20 and 3. Remove passenger seat and panel to expose
21) to separate support (17) from fuselage. clamp (16).
8. Remove collective jackshaft (23) from
fuselage. NOTE: Perform step 4 if hydraulic power is
available. Perform step 5 if hydraulic power is not
27-13. INSTALLATION - COLLECTIVE available.
JACKS HAFT.
1. Position jackshaft (23, figure figure 27-4
27-4) in 4. Adjust collective minimum friction with
fuselage. Install screw (18), with its assorted hydraulic boost cart as follows:
washer and nut, bolt (19), washers (20 and 21), and
nuts (22) to attach support (17) to fuselage. Torque a. Turn friction knob (7) to release friction on
screw (18) 30 to 40 inch-pounds and bolt (19) 50 to system.
70 inch-pounds.
2. Install bolts (28) with two washers (13) under b. Check for 0.005 to 0.020 inch clearance
nuts (14). Torque nuts (14) 5 to 15 inch-pounds and between friction adjuster shaft and bearing (30),
install cotter pins. and between nut (24) and washer (25). (Refer to
detail A).
3. Install collective stick (1). (Refer to
paragraph 27-10
paragraph 27-10.) Do not install cover (4) at this c. If clearances are incorrect adjust as
time. follows:
4. Connect link (10) to clevis on jackshaft (23)
with bolt (12), washers (9, 11, and llA), and nut (8). (1) Loosen nut (24). Adjust nut (26) to
Torque nut (8) 30 to 40 inch-pounds and install obtain 0.005 to 0.020 inch clearance between
cotter pin. friction adjuster shaft and bearing (30).
5. Connect rod end of gas producer control to (2) Adjust nut (24) to obtain 0.005 to 0.020
I throttlearm (6E) with bolt, washer, and nut. inch clearance between washer (25) and nut (26).
Torque nut 12 ot 15 inch-pounds and install cotter Install cotter pin.
pin.
figure 27-3
d. Center pilots cyclic stick (1, figure 27-3) by
6. Check collective pitch control rigging. (Refer
paragraph 27-7
to paragraph 27-7.) installing NAS1305 bolt (4) through cover (3) and
engage pivot assembly (2). Tighten friction
7. Check collective minimum friction. (Refer to adjuster (5) to keep cyclic stick from moving.
paragraph 27-14
paragraph 27-14.) Remove bolt (4).
8. Check gas producer control rigging. (Refer to e. Pull pilots collective stick up one to two
Chapter 76
Chapter 76.) inches from low collective rigged position.
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27-16. COLLECTIVE PITCH CONTROL LINKAGE

— REMOVAL
1. Remove the nuts, washers, and bolts to separate

the link (9, Figure 27-2) from the bellcrank (1) and the
collective lever (8).
2. Remove the nuts, washers, and bolts to separate

f. Attach the spring scale to the center of the the control tube (2) from the servo actuator (17) and
collective stick grip. the bellcrank (1).
g. Adjust the torque on the bolt (15, Figure 27-4) 3. Remove the nuts, washers, and bolts to separate
I until a breakout force of 4 to 4.5 pounds (17 to 20 N) is the control tube (14) from the trunnion and lever (5)
measured at the center of the collective stick grip. and the bellcrank (15).
5. Adjust minimum collective friction without the 4. For removal of the hydraulic servo actuator (17),
hydraulic boost as follows: refer to Chapter 29.
a. Secure the pilot cyclic stick in the rigged 27-17. COLLECTIVE PITCH CONTROL LINKAGE
neutral position (see previous step 4, substep d). — INSPECTION AND REPAIR
b. Completely release the friction on the pilot 1. Inspect and repair the control tubes (2 and 14,
I collective stick and on the minimum friction clamp Figure 27-2) (paragraph 27-3).
under the copilot seat.
2. Inspect the link (9) and repair (Figure 27-1).
c. Pull the pilot collective stick up 1 to 2 inches
I (25 to 51 mm) from the low collective rigged position.
3. Inspect and repair the bellcranks (1 and 15,
Figure 27-2) and the supports (13) (paragraph 27-5).
NOTE
With hydraulic boost off, there is 27-18. COLLECTIVE PITCH CONTROL LINKAGE
approximately 0.4 inch (10 mm) freeplay in — INSTALLATION
the pilot collective stick that can be related
to hydraulic servo actuator valve travel. 1. Install the link (9, Figure 27-2) between the
Adjustment of the collective minimum collective lever (8) and the bellcrank (1). Install the
friction is accomplished within this freeplay bolts with the washer under the head and under the
band. nut. Torque the nuts 60 to 85 inch-pounds (7 to 9 Nm)
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d. Adjust the torque on the bolt (15, Figure 27-4)
until a breakout force of 4.0 to 4.5 pounds (17 to 20 N)
is measured at the center of the throttle grip on the
pilot collective stick grip.
and install the cotter pins.
2. Install the servo actuator (17) (Chapter 29).
3. Install the control tube (2) between the servo

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actuator (17) and the bellcrank (1). Install the bolts
6. Install the pilot and passenger panels and seats.
with the washer under the head and under the nut.
Torque the nuts 60 to 85 inch-pounds (7 to 9 Nm) and
7. Install the cover (4) with the screws (3). install the cotter pins. I
27-15. COLLECTIVE PITCH CONTROL 4. Install the control tube (14) between the trunnion
LINKAGE and lever (5) and the bellcrank (15). Install the bolts
with the washers under the head and under the nut.
Linkage between the collective jackshaft and the Complete linkage by installing the link (10,
collective lever consists of the control tubes, hydraulic Figure 27-4) between the collective jackshaft and the
servo actuator, and link. trunnion and lever assembly (5, Figure 27-2). Torque
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I install the cotter pins. DISASSEMBLY
1. Remove the bolt (9, Figure 27-6) with the washer

5. Check the collective pitch control rigging
(10). Remove the bolt (8) with the washer (7).
(paragraph 27-7).
2. Separate the lever assembly (12) from the plates

27-19. COLLECTIVE TRUNNION AND LEVER (3 and 6) and retain the shims (1 and 11) for use at
reassembly.
The collective trunnion and lever is installed between
the collective jackshaft and control tube. The trunnion 3. Remove the nuts (2) and separate the plates (3
ties the collective controls to the mixing lever of the and 6) and the thin steel washers (4) from the trunnion
cyclic controls. When the collective stick is moved to bearing (5).
change rotor pitch, the cyclic control servo actuators
and linkage will move to maintain the swashplate in its 27-22. COLLECTIVE TRUNNION AND LEVER —
relative plane. INSPECTION AND REPAIR
27-20. COLLECTIVE TRUNNION LEVER —

REMOVAL MATERIALS REQUIRED
1. Remove the lower access door from the aft side Refer to BHT-ALL-SPM for specifications.
of the center support column.
NUMBER NOMENCLATURE
2. Remove the nut (8, Figure 27-5), washers (9), C-204 Epoxy Polyamide
and bolt (18) to separate the link (26) from the trunnion Primer
and lever (25).
1. Inspect the plates (3 and 6, Figure 27-6) for
3. Remove the nut (10), washers (11), and bolt (13) damage and worn or rough bearings. Replace the
to separate the control tube (12) from the trunnion and plates if play in the bearings exceeds 0.005 inch
lever (25). (0.13 mm) radial or 0.030 inch (0.76 mm) axial, or if I
the bearings are rough.
4. Remove the nut (14), washers (15), and bolt (17)
to separate the cyclic mixing lever (16) from the 2. Inspect the trunnion bearing (5) for damage and
trunnion and lever (25). worn or rough bearing. Replace the trunnion bearing if
play in the bearing exceeds 0.006 inch (0.15 mm)
5. Remove the nut and the washers (1 and 1A).

radial or 0.030 inch (0.76 mm) axial, or if the bearing is
rough.
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Remove the bolt (21) and the washers (19A and 20).
On helicopters S/N 45154 through 45452, only catch 3. Inspect the lever assembly (paragraph 27-5). If
the washers (7) located between the trunnion and
I
the bushings in the ends of the lever are elongated in
lever (25) and the supports (5 and 19) as the bolt (21) excess of 0.005 inch (0.13 mm), replace as follows:
is removed (Figure 27-5). I
a. Support the lever assembly and press out the
6. Remove the trunnion and lever (25). old bushing.
b. Clean aged primer from the bushing bore of

7. Remove the nuts (6), washers (4), and screws
the lever assembly.
(3). Remove the support (5) with the shim (2A).
c. Coat the new bushings with epoxy polyamide
8. Remove the nuts (24), washers (23), and screws primer (C-204). Press the bushings into the lever while
(22). Remove the support (19). primer is still wet.
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DETAIL A
PEEL AS REQD TO
ACHIEVE 0.002 TO
0.006 IN . MAX. GAP
SEE DETAIL
A
* EFFECTIVITY :
HELICOPTER S/N 45453 AND SUBQ.
** EFFECTIVITY :
HELICOPTER S/N 45154 THRU 45452
Note
~ Adjustable Control Tube
1 . Washer 9. Washer 19. Support

1A. Washer 10. Nut *19A. Washer
2. Nut 11. Washer 20. Washer
*2A. Shim 12. Control tube 21 . Bolt
3 . Screw 13. Bolt 22 . Screw
4. Washer 14. Nut 23. Washer
5. Support 15. Washer 24. Nut
6. Nut 16. M ixing lever (cyclic) 25 . Trunnion and lever
* *7 . Washer 17. Bolt 26. Link
8 . Nut 18. Bolt
206L1_MM_27_0018
Figure 27-5. Collective Trunnion and Lever
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1. Shim 7. Aluminum Washer

2. Nut 8. Bolt
3. Plate 9. Bolt
4. Thin Steel Washer 10. Aluminum Washer
5. Trunnion Bearing 11. Shim
6. Plate 12. Lever Assembly
L206001-4A
I Figure 27-6. Trunnion and Lever — Disassembly and Assembly
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d. Line ream the bushings 0.312 to 0.313 inch 27-24. COLLECTIVE TRUNNION AND LEVER —
I (7.92 to 7.95 mm). INSTALLATION
4. Inspect the supports (5 and 19, Figure 27-5) for 1. Position the support (5, Figure 27-5) to the
damage and worn or rough bearings. Replace the mounting structure and install the four screws (3) with
bearings if play exceeds 0.005 inch (0.13 mm) radial the washers (4) and the nuts (6). Torque the nuts 20 to
I or 0.030 inch (0.76 mm) axial. 25 inch-pounds (2.3 to 2.8 Nm).
27-23. COLLECTIVE TRUNNION AND LEVER — 2. On helicopters S/N 45453 and subsequent,
ASSEMBLY position the shim (2A) and the support (5) to the
mounting structure. Peel the shim, as required, to
achieve 0.002 to 0.006 inch (0.05 to 0.15 mm) I
MATERIALS REQUIRED maximum gap. Install the four screws (3) with the
washers (4) and the nuts (6). Torque the nuts 20 to
Refer to BHT-ALL-SPM for specifications. 25 inch-pounds (2.3 to 2.8 Nm). I
NUMBER NOMENCLATURE
3. Position the support (19) to the mounting
C-405 Lockwire structure and install the three screws (22) with the
washers (23) and the nuts (24). Torque the nuts 20 to
25 inch-pounds (2.3 to 2.8 Nm). I
1. Position the trunnion bearing (5, Figure 27-6) with
the thin steel washers (4) on each side between the 4. Position the trunnion and lever (25) between the
plates (3 and 6). supports (5 and 19). Install the bolt (21) with the
washer (20) under the head. Use the washers (7),
maximum of two each side, to limit clearance between
2. Install the nuts (2) and torque 20 to
the supports and the lever to 0.060 inch (1.5 mm) I
I 35 inch-pounds (2.3 to 4 Nm). Install the cotter pins.
maximum (Detail A). Install the washer (1) and the nut
(2). Torque the nut 60 to 85 inch-pounds (6.8 to
3. Position the plates (3 and 6) over the end of the
lever assembly (12) with the shims (1 and 11) under
each side. Adjust the shims, as necessary, for a
maximum total gap of 0.002 inch (0.05 mm). The
9.6 Nm) and install the cotter pin. On helicopters
S/N 45453 and subsequent, install the washer (19A)
under the bolt (21) head and the washer (1A) under
the nut.
I
I
shims (1 and 11) must be equal within 0.009 inch
I (0.23 mm).
5. Install the bolt (17) with the washers (15) and the
nut (14) to connect the trunnion and lever (25) to the
4. Install the bolt (9) with the washer (10) and the cyclic mixing lever (16). Torque the nut 60 to
bolt (8) with the washer (7). Torque the bolt (9) 30 to 85 inch-pounds (6.8 to 9.6 Nm) and install the cotter I
40 inch-pounds (3.4 to 4.5 Nm) and torque the bolt (8) pin.
I 60 to 85 inch-pounds (6.8 to 9.6 Nm).
6. Connect the link (26) to the clevis of the trunnion

5. Check the trunnion bearing (5) for a maximum and lever (25) with the bolt (8), washers (9), and nut
breakout torque of 24 inch-ounces along its mounting (18). Torque the nut 30 to 40 inch-pounds (3.4 to
axis. If breakout torque is excessive, make sure that
the shims (1 and 11) are of the correct thickness. If the
4.5 Nm) and install the cotter pin. I
shims are correct, then check the bearings in the
plates (3 and 6) for roughness. 7. Check the collective control rigging (paragraph
27-7).
6. Secure the head of the bolts (8 and 9) together

with lockwire (C-405) after the correct breakout torque 8. Install the lower access door on the center
is established. support column.
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CYCLIC CONTROL SYSTEM
27-25. CYCLIC CONTROLS 5. Set both bellcranks (16) to dimensions shown in

Detail E.
The cyclic controls consist of a control stick, torque
tube, yoke, hydraulic servo actuators, control tubes,
and bellcranks. Movement of the control stick is
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transmitted through linkage and the hydraulic servo ... CAUTION ...
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actuators to the swashplate, which actuates rotating
controls to the main rotor. The servo actuators are
MAXIMUM OF 1.0 INCH EXPOSED
incorporated to reduce effort required for control and
THREADS ALLOWED ON ALL
to reduce main rotor feedback forces.
ADJUSTABLE ROD ENDS.
27-26. CYCLIC CONTROLS — RIGGING 6. Adjust control tubes (17) to fit. Torque jam nuts 80
to 100 inch-pounds.
SPECIAL TOOLS REQUIRED

NOTE
Control tubes (17) should be approximately
NUMBER NOMENCLATURE the same length.
T102019 Rigging Tool
7. Connect control tubes (17) to bellcranks with
countersunk head bolt, washer, and nut. Torque nut 30
to 40 inch-pounds and install cotter pin.
NOTE
All preliminary rigging to be accomplished 8. Center the valves on both cyclic servo actuators
with hydraulic system off. Clearance (14) and install T102019 rigging tool (15), as shown on
checks shall be performed with a hydraulic Detail E, through lateral holes in trunnion of actuators.
cart connected to the hydraulic ground test
fittings and operating. If interference exists,
9. Position swashplate inner ring as shown in Detail
re-rig with hydraulic cart applied to system.
A. Swashplate inner ring shall be positioned 0.75°
Tolerance on rigging dimensions is ±0.03
down and forward, with the dimension of 9.390 to
inch unless otherwise noted.
9.420 inches (9.420 to 9.450 inches for 206L1+ IGW
1. Ensure that collective controls are rigged

Upgrade) from flange of transmission top case to
center of left and right pitch horn bearings.
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(paragraph 27-7).
10. Adjust control tubes (2) to fit. Torque jam nuts 80

2. Disconnect control tubes (17, Figure 27-7) from to 100 inch-pounds.
upper bellcranks (16). Disconnect control tubes (2)
from horns on swashplate (1). Ensure all fixed length
control tubes are correctly installed. NOTE
Control tubes (2) should be approximately
3. Place collective stick in full down position and equal in length.
tighten friction adjuster. Center cyclic control stick by
installing NAS1305 bolt (11), as shown in Detail C. 11. Connect control tubes (2) to swashplate (1) with
Tighten friction adjuster to keep cyclic control stick bolt, two washers, and nut. Torque nut 60 to 85
from moving. Remove bolt. inch-pounds and install cotter pin.
4. Center collective servo actuator valve and install 12. Remove T102019 rigging tool from servo
T102019 rigging tool (15), as shown in Detail E. actuators (14).
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206L1
AND 206L1
ENGINE UPGRADE
SEE DETAIL A
9.420 IN. 9.390 IN. 9.390 IN. 9.420 IN.

9.450 IN. 9.420 IN. 9.420 IN. 9.450 IN.
MACHINED SURFACE
206L1+ IGW UPGRADE
DETAIL A
LOOKING AFT
SEE DETAIL A
1. Swashplate
2. Control tubes
3. Bellcranks
4. Control tubes
5. Mixing lever
6. Eyebolt
7. Spring
8. Yoke
9. Torque tube
10. Cyclic control stick
SIN
GL 4.90 IN.
EC
ON
TR
(REF) DU OL
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CO 6.18 IN.
NT
RO
LS
DETAIL D
Adjustable control tubes

SEE DETAIL D
SEE DETAIL C
SEE DETAIL B
206L1_MM_27_0019
Figure 27-7. Collective Controls (Sheet 1 of 2)
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13. Check adjustment of cyclic stick balance spring in at the most critical stick position, then shorten cyclic
accordance with paragraph 27-27. control tubes (17, Figure 27-7) by the same amount as
the collective control tube (7A, Figure 27-2).
14. Coat threads of all adjustable rod end bearings
and fittings on control tubes with corrosion preventive 17. Check cyclic controls to ensure that all safety
compound (C-101). devices (cotter pins and lockwire) are installed. Check
controls for freedom of operation without binding or
15. Check rigging of elevator controls (paragraph interference.
27-57).
16. To assure clearance between cyclic yoke (8, 27-27. CYCLIC STICK BALANCE SPRING —
Figure 27-7) and elevator control tube (2, ADJUSTMENT
Figure 27-17), apply hydraulic pressure to the servo
actuators by means of an auxiliary hydraulic
NOTE
power cart. Position the collective stick in its full up
position and check clearance between the yoke and The balance spring (7, Figure 27-7) is used
the elevator tube as the cyclic stick is moved to its full in the system to minimize the cyclic stick
forward and forward corner positions. If these parts mass imbalance forces and elevator
make contact, shorten collective control tube (7A, 14, induced forces in the longitudinal control
Figure 27-2) to provide 0.020 to 0.040 inch clearance system.
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DETAIL C
DETAIL E
DETAIL D
11 . NAS1305 Bolt 18. Cyclic Stick Pivot

12. Cover 19. Barrel Nut
13. Support 20. Nut
14. Servo Actuators 21. Washer (Max. 8 Reqd.)
15. Rigging Tool (T102019) 22. Barrel Nut
16. Bellcrank 23. Friction Adjuster Shaft
17. Control Tubes
CAUTION
_& REMOVE NAS1305 BOLT AFTER APPLYING MAXIMUM CYCLIC FRICTION
L206001-5-2C
Figure 27.7. Cyclic controls (Sheet 2 of 2)
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1. Place cyclic stick in the extreme aft position c. Remove nut (35), washers (33 and 34), and
against stick stop (detail B). bolt (32).
2. Adjust eyebolt (6) to obtain balance spring d. Remove torque tube (48).
length of 4.90 for single controls or 6.18 for dual
controls (detail B). Secure with jamnut. e. If torque tube is to be replaced, remove nut
27-28. ADJUSTMENT CYCLIC (51), washer (50), spacers (47), bushing (49), and
eyebolt (46).
FRICTION.
At the time of ground run of helicopter, adjust 4. Remove nut (6), washers (4), special washers
cyclic friction knob until a spring scale, applied at (7), and bolt (3) to separate right yoke (5) from lever
center of grip, indicates a breakaway force of 1.0 lb. assembly (24).
figure 27-8
± 0.5 lb., tighten nut (10, figure 27-8) fingertight
and secure. A maximum of eight washers may be 5. Remove nut (10), aluminum washers (11),
used to position nut in line with cotter pin hole in and barrel nut (12). Remove knob and shaft (18)
shaft. and boot (26).
27-29. CYCLIC STICK AND TORQUE
CAUTION: DO NOT SPREAD SLOT OR
TUBE. REMOVE OUTER RACE FROM SPLIT
FRICTION BEARING (8). DAMAGE TO
The cyclic stick extends upward and forward from
BEARING OR SUPPORT MAY OCCUR.
the front of the pilots seat. Switches are installed
on the stick grip for the intercom system and radio.
6. Remove three screws (21) from retainer (9)
The torque tube connects to the cyclic stick support
and provides a mounting point for the elevator and pivot support (13). Lift lever assembly (24),
controls. retainer (9), and split friction bearing (8) from
pivot support (13).
27-30. REMOVAL - CYCLIC STICK AND
7. Remove bolts (20), aluminum washers (19),
TORQUE TUBE.
and remove pivot support (13).
1. Remove access panels as required.
8. Remove screws (16) and special washers (15)
2. figure 27-8
Remove cyclic stick (27, figure 27-8) as to remove cover (14) from bottom of cabin floor.
follows:
figure 27-7
9. Remove spring (7, figure 27-7) from eyebolt
a. Disconnect electrical connector at bottom figure 27-8
(30, figure 27-8). Remove nut (31), washer (28), and
of stick. eyebolt (30) to separate left yoke (29) from lever
assembly (36).
b. Remove screws (25) and slide boot (26)
upward on cyclic stick (27). 10. Remove nut (42), washers (40 and 43), and
bolt (39) to remove lever assembly (36).
c. Remove nuts (1), aluminum washers (2
and 23) and bolts (22) from lever assembly (24). 11. Remove bolts (37) and washers (38) to
remove pivot support (41).
d. Remove cyclic stick (27) from lever
assembly (24) and boot (26). Guide electrical cable 27-31. INSPECTION AND REPAIR - CYCLIC
through lever assembly as stick is removed. STICK AND TORQUE TUBE.
3. Remove torque tube (48) as follows: 1. Inspect and repair control tubes. (Refer to
paragraph 27-3
paragraph 27-3.)
a. Remove bolt, washers, nut, and cotter pin
(45) to disconnect elevator torque tubes (44) from 2. Inspect and repair bellcranks, levers, and
eye bolt (46). paragraph 27-5
supports. (Refer to paragraph 27-5.)
b. Remove nut (52), washers (53 and 54), and figure 27-9
3. Inspect split friction bearing (4, figure 27-9)
bolt (55). for roughness.
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1. Nut
2. Aluminum Washer 12. Barrel Nut 21. Screw
3. Bolt 13. Pivot Support 22. Bolt
4. Cotter Pin 14. Cover 23. Aluminum Washer
5. Right Yoke 15. Special Washer 24. Lever Assembly
6. Nut 16. Screw 25. Screw
7. Special Washer 17. Barrel Nut 26. Boot
8. Split Friction Bearing 18. Knob and Shaft 27. Cyclic Stick
9. Retainer 19. Aluminum Washer
10. Nut 20. Bolt L20600 l-88A
11. Aluminum Washer
Figure 27-8. Cyclic stick and torque tube (Sheet 1 of 2)
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DETAIL A
28. Washer 39. Bolt 50. Washer

29. Left Yoke 40. Washer 51. Nut
30. Eyebolt 41. Pivot Support 52. Nut
31. Nut 42. Nut 53. Washer
32. Bolt 43. Washer 54. Washer
33. Washer 44. Elevator Torque Tube 55. Bolt
34. Washer 45. Nut. Bolt. Washer, and Cotter Pin
35. Nut 46. Eyebolt
36. Lever Assembly 47. Spacers
37. Bolt 48. Torque Tube
38. Washer 49. Bushing
L206001-89
Figure 27-8. Cyclic stick and torque tube (Sheet 2 of 2)
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4);0381N 2. Position lever assembly (36) in pivot

support (41). Install bolt (39) with washers (40 and
43) and nut (42). Torque nut (42) 60 to 85 inch-
pounds and install cotter pin.
3. Prior to installing lever assembly (24) in

~--CD pivot support (13) apply Fluoro-Glide,
C-019 to bearing
Fluorocarbon Dry Lubricant (C-019)
©-~ bore of pivot support (13) as follows:
~
a. Remove oil, paint, prime from bearing
C-309 and
bore of pivot support (13) using MEK (C-309)
air dry.
b. Spray Fluoro-Glide, Fluorocarbon Dry

1. Lever Assembly G)--~ C-019 into bearing bore of pivot
Lubricant (C-019)
2. Rivet ~ support (13) from a distance of approximately
3. Pivot Assembly eight inches. Protect surrounding area from
4. Split Friction Bearing
overspray.
5. Retainer
L20600l-24A c. Allow Fluoro-Glide Fluorocarbon dry
C-019 to air dry thoroughly. Lightly
lubricant (C-019)
Figure 27-9. Cyclic stick pivot buff surface with clean soft cloth to improve
lubricating.
4. Replace split friction bearing (4) as follows: 4. Install pivot support (13) using bolts (20) and
washers (19). Torque bolts (20) 40 to 50 inch-
a. Remove rivet (2). Unscrew pivot assembly pounds.
(3) from lever assembly (1). Remove split friction
bearing (4) and retainer (5). C-410 to mating surfaces
5. Apply vinyl tape (C-410)
of cover (14) and bottom of cabin floor. Install
b. Place new split friction bearing (4) on cover (14) using screws (16) and special washers
pivot assembly (3) and retainer (5) on pivot (15).
assembly (3). Torque pivot assembly (3) 92 to 108
foot-pounds. 6. Position assembled lever assembly (24) in
pivot support (13) with slot in retainer (9) and slot
c. If rivet holes in pivot assembly (3) and in split friction bearing (8) aligned with slot in
lever assembly (1) do not align within torque range pivot support (13). Install three screws (21) wtih
a new pivot assembly (3) must be installed. Drill slot in support (13) or at 90 degree whichever will
rivet holes through pivot assembly using a number give the best cyclic friction (minimum).
30 drill. Use hole in lever assembly (1) as a drill
guide. CAUTION: DO NOT USE SCREWDRIVER OR
WEDGE OF ANY TYPE TO SPREAD SLOT IN
I d. Install P /N MS204 70AD4 rivet (2). PIVOT SUPPORT (13) TO AID IN
INSTALLATION OF SPLIT FRICTION
BEARING (8). SPREADING SLOT IN SUPPORT
27-32. INSTALLATION - CYCLIC STICK AND (13) RESULTS IN EXCESSIVE STRESS IN
TORQUE TUBE. RELIEF HOLE OF SLOT WHICH COULD
CAUSE CRACKS.
1. Apply vinyl tapeC-410
(C-410) to mating surfaces 7. Insert knob and shaft (18) through 1le in
of pivot support (41, figure
figure27-8
27-8) and cabin floor. boot (26). Place barrel nut (17) on knob and shaft
Install pivot support (41) using bolts (37) and (18) until one to two threads are engaged in both
washers (38). Torque bolts (37) 40 to 50 inch- barrel nuts. Install washer and nut (10). Tighten
pounds. nut (10) finger tight and install cotter pin.
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8. If eyebolt (46) for elevator controls was (24) and insert end of cyclic stick into lever
removed from torque tube (48), install as follows: assembly.
a. Place spacers (47) and bushing (49) on b. Install bolts (22) with washers (2 and 23)
eyebolt (46) and install through hole in aft side of and nuts (1). Torque nuts (1)50to70inch-po unds
torque tube (48).
c. Connect electrical connector.
b. Install opposite spacer (47), washer (50),
and nut (51). Do not torque nut (51) at this time. d. Install screws (25) to secure boot (26) in
position.
9. Position torque tube (48) between lever
assembly (24) and lever assembly (36). Install bolt 14. Check cyclic control rigging. (Refer to
(55), washers (53 and 54), and nut (52). Install bolt paragraph 27-7
paragraph 27-7.)
(32), washers (33 and 34), andnut(35). Torque nuts
(35 and 52) 30 to 40 inch-pounds and install cotter 15. Install seat panels.
pins.
27-33. CYCLIC YOKE AND MIXING
10. Connect right yoke (5) to lever assembly (24) LEVER.
with bolt (3), washers (4 and 7), and nut (6).
Connect left yoke (29) to lever assembly (36) with The cyclic system yoke extends aft from the cyclic
eyebolt (30), washer (28), and nut (31). Torque nuts stick support and torque tube. Movement of the
(6 and 31) 60 to 85 inch-pounds and install cotter cyclic stick is transmitted by the yoke to the
pins. mixing lever. The mixing lever transmits cyclic
movement to the swashplate through mechanical
11. Connect cyclic stick balance spring (27, linkage and servo actuators.
figure 27-10
figure 27-10) as follows:
27-34. REMOVAL - CYCLIC YOKE AND
a. Position bracket (35) to structure with MIXING LEVER.
open side forward and secure with two bolts (32) figure 27-10
1. Remove right yoke (6, figure 27-10) and left
and washers (31). yoke (26) as follows:
b. Thread nut (29) onto eyebolt (28) and a. Remove seat panels as required.
insert washer (30). Insert eyebolt (28) into hole in b. Remove lower access door from aft side of
bracket (35) and install washer (33) and nut (34). center support column.
c. Install spring (27) between two eyebolts. c. Remove nut (10), washers (9 and 22), and
(28 and 36) and temporarily adjust nuts (29 and 34) bolt (23) to separate yoke from mixing lever (20).
to remove slack from spring.
d. Adjust preload by use of nuts (29 and 34) d. Remove nuts (25), washers (8 and 24), and
on spring (27) to offset cyclic stick mass imbalance bolts (7) to separate the two yokes (6 and 26).
forces at first ground run-up with hydraulic boost
paragraph 27-27
- ON. (Refer to paragraph 27-27.) e. Remove nut (2), washers (3 and 4), and bolt
(5). Remove right yoke (6).
figure 27-8
12. Position eyebolt (46, figure 27-8) to align
with elevator control tube (44). Torque nut (51) 30 f. Disconnect spring (27) from eyebolt (36).
to 40 inch-pounds and install cotter pin. Install
bolt, washers and nut (45) to connect elevator g. Remove nut (39), washer (38), and eyebolt
control tube (44) to eyebolt (46). Torque nut (45) 30 (36). Remove left yoke (26).
2. Remove mixing lever (20) as follows:
13. Install cyclic stick (27) as follows:
a. Disconnect two control tubes (16) from
a. Insert end of cyclic stick (27) through boot mixing lever (20) by removing nuts (11), two
(26). Guide electrical cable through lever assembly washers (12), and bolts (15).
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b. Remove nut (19), washers (13 and 18), and

bolt (14). Remove mixing lever (20).
3. Disassemble mixing lever (20) to the extent

necessary for parts replacement as follows:
figure 27-11
a. Remove nut (6, figure 27-11), shim (5),
thrust and slotted thrust washers (2 and 4), and
clevis (1).
b. Remove nut (6), shim (5), thrust and

slotted thrust washers (2 and 4), and bearing (8).
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1. Lever Assembly
2. Nut
3. Washer
4. Washer
5. Bolt
6. Right Yoke
7. Bolt
8. Washer
9. Washer
10. Nut
11. Nut
12. Washer
13. Washer
14. Bolt
15. Bolt
16. Control Tube
17. Collective Trunnion and Lever
18. Washer
19. Nut
20. Mixing Lever
21. Bearing
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22. Washer
23. Bolt
24. Washer
25. Nut
26. Left Yoke
27. Spring
28. Eyebolt
29. Nut
30. Washer
31. Washer
32. Bolt
33. Washer
34. Nut
35. Bracket NOTE
36. Eyebolt
37. Lever Assembly ~ Adjustable control tubes.
38. Washer
39. Nut
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Figure 27-10. Cyclic yoke and mixing lever I

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'\_ ADJUST SHIMS (5), AS REQUIRED,

TO INSTALL COTTER PIN.
TORQUE NUT (6) TO OBTAIN 2
DETAIL A TO 4 INCH-OUNCES ROTATIONAL
TYPICAL 3 PLACES FORCE BETWEEN CLEVIS (1) AND
LEVE fl (7) AND BETWEEN BEARING
(8) AND LEVER (7).
1. Clevis
2. Thrust washer (0.65/0.68OD)
3. Bushing
4. Slotted Thrust Washer
(0.75/0.78 OD)
5. Shim
6. Nut
7. Lever
8. Bearing
L206001-16B
Figure 27-11. Mixing lever
27-35. INSPECTION AND REPAIR - CYCLIC NOTE: Coat shank and threads of clevis (1) and
YOKE AND MIXING LEVER. bearing (8) with corrosion preventive compound
C-101 before inserting into lever (7).
(C-101)
1. Inspect and repair control tubes m

paragraph 27-3
accordance with paragraph 27-3.
2. Inspect and repair levers and supports in a. Place thrust washer (2) on clevis (1) and
paragraph 27-5
accordance with paragraph 27-5. insert through hole in mixing lever (7). Install
slotted thrust washer (4), shim (5), and nut (6).
3. Apply corrosion preventive compound (C- C-
101 figure 27-11
101) to bearing (8, figure 27-11) and threaded area b. Place thrust washers (2) on bearing (8) and
of clevis (1). insert through hole in mixing lever (7). Install
washer (4), shim (5) and nut (6).
27-36. INSTALLATION - CYCLIC YOKE AND
MIXING LEVER. c. Tighten nuts (6) snug and check alignment
of cotter pin holes.
1. Attach mixing lever (20, figurefigure 27-10
27-10) to
trunnion of collective trunnion and lever (17) with d. Shims (5) can be increased or decreased as
bolt (14), washers (13 and 18), and nut (19). Torque necessary for alignment of cotter pin hole.
nut (19) 60to85inch-poundsandins tallcotterpin.
e. Install cotter pin to secure nuts (6). Check
figure
2. If disassembled, assemble clevis (1, figure that rotational force to tum clevis (1) or bearing (8)
27-11
27-11) and bearing (8)tomixinglever (7) as follows: does not exceed 2 to 4 inch-ounces.
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figure 27-10
3. Position right yoke (6, figure 27-10) over b. Remove nuts, washers, and bolts
bearing (21) on mixing lever (20). Install bolt (23), connecting control tubes (4) to bellcranks (3).
washers (22 and 9) and nut (10). Torque nut (10) 25 Remove control tube.
3. Remove adjustable control tubes (2) as
4. Install left yoke (26) and attach to right yoke follows:
(6) with two bolts (7), washers (8 and 24) and nuts
(25). Torque nuts (25) 50 to 70 inch-pounds. a. Remove nuts, washers, and bolts
connecting control tubes (2) to horns on
5. Attach forward end of left yoke (26), with swashplate (1).
eyebolt (36), washer (38) and nut (39). Torque nut
(39) 60 to 85 inch-pounds and install cotter pin. b. Remove nuts, washers, and bolts
connecting control tubes (2) to bellcranks (3).
6. Connect spring (27) to eyebolts (28 and 36). Remove control tube.
7. Connect two control tubes (16) with head of 4. Remove bellcranks (3) as follows:
I bolts (15)inboard, and two thin washers (12) under
nuts (11). Torque nuts (11) 30 to 40 inch-pounds and a. Remove nuts, washers and bolts attaching
install cotter pins. bellcranks to supports.
8. Check cyclic control rigging. (Refer to b. Remove bellcranks and remove floating
paragraph 27-26
paragraph 27-26.) bushing from outboard leg of supports.
9. Install panels and access door on aft side of 5. For removal of servo actuators (14) refer to
center support column. Chapter 29
Chapter 29.
27-37. CYCLIC CONTROL LINKAGE. 27-39. INSPECTION - CYCLIC CONTROL

LINKAGE.
The cyclic control linkage consists of control tubes,
mixing levers, bellcranks, and hydraulic servo 1. Inspect and repair control tubes in
paragraph 27-3
accordance with paragraph 27-3.
actuators.
27-38. REMOVAL - CYCLIC CONTROL 2. Inspect and repair bellcranks, levers,

LINKAGE. paragraph
supports, and walking beams. (Refer to paragraph
27-5
27-5.)
1. figure
Remove adjustable control tubes (17, figure
27-7
27-7) as follows: 27-40. INSTALLATION - CYCLIC CONTROL
LINKAGE.
a. Remove access doors from aft side of
center support column. figure
1. For installation of servo actuators (14, figure
Chapter 29
27-7 refer to Chapter 29.
27-7),
b. Open forward pylon fairing.
2. Install bellcranks (3) as follows:
c. Remove nuts, washers, and bolts
connecting control tubes (17) to mixing lever (5). a. Position floating bushing in outboard leg
of bellcrank supports with flat side of flange aft.
d. Remove nuts, washers and countersunk
bolts connecting control tubes (17) upper end to b. Position bellcranks (3) in supports with
bellcranks (16). Remove control tube. arrow on bellcrank pointing aft. Install bolts with
washers under heads and under nuts and bolt
2. Remove fixed length control tubes (4) as heads outboard. Torque nut 95 to 110 inch-pounds
follows: and install cotter pin.
a. Remove nut, washers, and bolts 3. Install adjustable control tubes (2) as
connecting control tubes (4) to servo actuators (14). follows:
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a. Position the control tube between the horn on a. Position the control tubes (17) between the
the swashplate (1) and the bellcranks (3) with the mixing lever (5) and the bellcranks (16) with the
adjustable clevis ends down. adjustable rod ends up.
b. Connect each clevis end using the bolts, with b. Connect the control tubes (17) to the
the washers under the heads and under the nuts and bellcranks (16) with the countersunk head bolt,
the bolt heads inboard. Torque the nut 60 to washer, and nut. Torque the nut 30 to 40 inch-pounds
I 85 inch-pounds (6.8 to 9.6 Nm) and install the cotter (3.4 to 4.5 Nm) and install the cotter pin.
pin.
I
c. Connect the control tubes (17) to the mixing
4. Install the fixed length control tubes (4) as
lever (5) using the bolt with the two thin washers under
follows:
a. Position the control tubes (4) between the

servo actuators (14) and the bellcranks (3).
the nuts and the bolt heads inboard. Torque the nut 30
to 40 inch-pounds (3.4 to 4.5 Nm) and install the cotter
pin.
I
b. Connect each end using the bolt with the 6. Check the cyclic control rigging (paragraph
washers under the heads and under the nuts with the 27-26).
bolt heads inboard. Torque the nut 60 to
I 85 inch-pounds (6.8 to 9.6 Nm) and install the cotter
pin.
7. Install the access panels on the aft side of the
center support column.
5. Install the adjustable control tubes (17) as
follows: 8. Close the forward pylon fairing.
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ANTITORQUE CONTROL SYSTEM
27-41. TAIL ROTOR CONTROLS 1. Set pedal assembly (1, Figure 27-12) to
I The tail rotor controls include the control pedal

assembly, pedal adjuster, control tubes, bellcranks,
damper assembly, and a pitch control mechanism
mid-travel with pedal adjuster (2).
2. Ensure all fixed length control tubes (3, 5, 15, 19,

and 22) are installed and connected. Refer to
mounted through the tail rotor gearbox shaft. Actuation Figure 27-12, Detail A, for typical rod and bearing
of pedals causes pitch change of tail rotor blades to installation.
offset the main rotor torque and control the directional
heading of the helicopter.
3. Disconnect adjustable control tube (12) from
bellcrank (13).
For helicopters with dual controls, the copilot tail rotor
control pedal assembly is installed on the floor in front
of the copilot seat. Two fully functioning control pedals 4. Disconnect adjustable control tube (8) from
are included in the assembly. The control pedals are walking beam (7).
linked to the pilot control pedals by means of control
tubes and a bellcrank.
5. Disconnect adjustable rod (16) from
bellcrank (17).
27-42. TAIL ROTOR CONTROLS — RIGGING
6. Hold left pedal of pedal assembly (1) forward

against stop. Set bellcrank (13) to a dimension of 1.46
MATERIALS REQUIRED
inches (37.1 mm) from floor line, as shown in Detail B.
Refer to BHT-ALL-SPM for specifications. Adjust control tube (12) to fit bellcrank and connect.
Position pilot right pedal full forward against stop and
NUMBER NOMENCLATURE hold. Verify 0.040 inch (1.02 mm) minimum gap exists
between control tube (3) and control tube (5), as
C-101 Corrosion Preventive shown in Detail H. If minimum gap does not exist,
Compound
adjust control tube (12) to obtain gap of 0.040 inch
(1.02 mm) minimum, but do not exceed 0.070 inch
(1.78 mm) maximum. Torque jam nut 80 to 100
NOTE inch-pounds (9.04 to 11.30 Nm) and reconnect
Rigging procedures require the use of tube (12).
workaids and a propeller protector or
inclinometer to set the proper mean tail
7. Pull the flapping stop bumper over on the
rotor blade angle. Workaids, shown in
outboard side of the flapping stop. Insert the flapping
Figure 27-13, can be locally fabricated.
alignment workaid (Figure 27-13) tapered side
outboard, between the flapping stop and the outboard
......................................................... ......._ side of the tail rotor yoke, to position and hold the hub
~ ~
~ CAUTION ~ and blade assembly perpendicular to the gearbox
~ ...................................~ output shaft.
MAXIMUM OF 1.0 INCH (25 MM)

EXPOSED THREADS ALLOWED ON ALL 8. Using a level on the leading edge of the forward
ADJUSTABLE ROD END BEARINGS. tail rotor blade, position the tail rotor hub and blade
TOLERANCE ON RIGGING DIMENSIONS assembly (9) within 0.5° of horizontal, as shown in
ARE ±0.03 INCH (0.762 MM) UNLESS Detail G. A stand or prop may be used to hold the tail
OTHERWISE STATED. rotor hub and blade assembly in this position.
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6 SEE DETAIL A
SEE DETAIL H
SEE DETAIL A
1/ r
SEE DETAIL F /
SEEDETAILJ/ , · .
, '
SEE DETAIL E
ro
SEE DETAIL C
ANDG
1. Pedal assembly 7 . Walking beam

2. Pedal adjuster 8. Control tube
3. Control tube 9. Tail rotor hub and blade
4. Bellcrank 10. Crosshead
5. Control tube 11 . Walking beam
6. Support
206L1_MM_27_0001
Figure 27-12. Tail Rotor Controls (Sheet 1 of 3)
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COTTE R
PI N ----------
--t
SP ACER 1.46IN . (37 . 1 mm)
DETAIL A
TYPICAL ROD END TO I--- -- - - ~ / ---L
BELLCRANK INSTALLATION
FLOOR OF HELICOPTER
19° TO 19 1/2° 1 ~ DETAIL 6
PROPELLER PROTR A CTOR

OR EQUIVALENT
~ 23 1/4° TO 23 3 /4 ~ 2
0.17 IN. (4.32 mm)
TO 1
15 0.23 IN. (5.84 mm)
O.285 IN. (7 .24 mm) p
TO 2
O.315 IN. (8 .00mm
T1O174O 16
RIGGING 17
TOOL OR
WORKAID
DETAIL D
DETAILC
DETAIL F
20 VIEW LOOKING AFT
12. Control tube 19. Control tube

22 21 13. Bellcrank 20. Bellcrank
DETAIL E 14. Rigging tool (T 101 7 40 I 21. Clamp
VIEW LOOKING UP 15. Control tube 22. Control tube
16. Rod 23. Damper
17 . Bellcrank 24. Support
~ Adjustable control tubes 18 . Screw 25. Floating bushing
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FLAPPING
ALIGNMENT
WORKAID
5.0 IN. (130 mm )
0.040 IN. (1.02 mm) MINIMUM TO
HORIZONTAL
0.070 IN. (1.78 mm) MAXIMUM
WITHIN 0.5°
DETAIL G
DETAIL H
26. Washer
27. Bolt
28. Nut
29. Washer
30. Bolt
31. Weight assembly
32. Bolt
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31
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DETAIL J
NOTES
1 Standard 206L1 helicopters.
2 206L1 engine upgrade and 206L1+ IGW upgrade helicopters.
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9. Install the workaid 5.0 inches (130 mm) from tip! mm) exists between rod (16) and bellcrank (17), as
on forward blade of tail rotor hub and blades (9), as! shown in Detail D.
shown in Detail G. Secure tool with elastic retainers or!
wing nuts. b. For 206L1 Engine Upgrade and 206L1+ IGW
Upgrade helicopters, 23 1/4 to 23 3/4° and ensure a!
10. With tail rotor blades positioned per step!8 and! gap of 0.285 to 0.315 inch (7.24 to 8.00 mm) exists!
step!9, move tail rotor crosshead full inboard! between rod (16) and bellcrank (17), as shown in!
(equivalent to left pedal in full forward position). Place! Detail D.
a propeller protractor or inclinometer on outboard!
surface of workaid, as shown in Detail C. Record! c. If rigging dimensions are not within required!
blade angle. limits, repeat step!8 through step!14.
11. Repeat step!10 on aft tail rotor blade. Add the! 16. Remove workaids from tail rotor hub and
angle recorded in step!10 to the angle recorded in! blade(s), and install bumper behind stop. Check for
step!11 and divide the total by two. This is the tail rotor! freedom of operation of each pitch link, with tail rotor
mean blade angle. blades flapped to both extreme positions. Check with
pedal assembly (2) full right, then at full left positions.
12. Move tail rotor crosshead to obtain a tail rotor!
mean blade angle, as follows: 17. Cycle pedals. Check all clearances at both pedal
stops.
• For standard 206L1 helicopters, 19 to 19.5°.
a. Check for interference at tail rotor hub and
• For 206L1 Engine Upgrade and 206L1+ IGW!
blades. If interference exists, make adjustments to!
Upgrade helicopters, 23.25 to 23.75°.
eliminate interference.
13. With tail rotor positioned per step!12, orient!
b. Verify tail rotor blade angle. If angle is not!
bellcrank (17) as follows:
correct, repeat step!6 through step!12.
a. For standard 206L1 helicopters, obtain a
c. Check for interference between control tube!
0.170 to 0.230 inch (4.32 to 5.84 mm) gap to rod (16),
(5, Figure!27-12) and control tube (3). If interference!
as shown in Detail D.
exists, disconnect control tube (12, Detail B) at!
bellcrank (13). Depress right pedal full forward until!
b. For 206L1 Engine Upgrade and 206L1+ IGW
stop is contacted. Set bellcrank (4), as shown in!
Upgrade helicopters, obtain a 0.285 to 0.315 inch
Detail!H. Adjust control tube (12, Detail B) to length!
(7.24 to 8.00 mm) gap to rod (16), as shown in
and tighten jam nut. Connect control tube (12) to!
Detail D.
bellcrank (13). Depress left pedal full forward until stop!
is contacted. Repeat step!6 through step!12.
c. Adjust rod end bearing on rod (16) to fit;
torque jam nut 80 to 100 inch-pounds (9.04 to 11.30
Nm) and connect rod (16) to bellcrank (17). 18. Coat rod end bearing threads and jam nuts on!
adjustable control tubes (8 and 12), and rod assembly!
14. With tail rotor positioned per step!12, and pilot left! (16)!with corrosion preventive compound (C-101).
pedal full forward against stop, adjust control tube (8)!
to fit walking beam (5). Torque jam nut 80 to 100! 19. Check complete tail rotor control system to
inch-pounds (9.04 to 11.30 Nm) and connect control! ensure that all safety devices (cotter pins, lockwire,
tube (7) to walking beam (6). jam nuts, etc.) are installed and secured. Check
control for freedom of movement without binding or
15. Cycle pedals. Position pilot left pedal full forward! interference with tail rotor blades flapped in both
against stop and verify tail rotor mean blade angle as! extreme positions.
follows:
20. During ground run (refer to applicable Flight
a. For standard 206L1 helicopters, 19 to 19 1/2° Manual), check tail rotor pedal forces (paragraph
and ensure a gap of 0.170 to 0.230 inch (4.32 to 5.84 27-43).
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maple). Ensure expose d areas are thoroug hly
sealed with polyure thane, clear varnish or spar
varnish .
2. This workaid can be used in lieu of T 1017 40

rigging tool.
206L1_MM_27_0004
Figure 27-13. Tail Rotor Rigging Workaid (Sheet 1 of 2)
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centering tool.
-1.04 IN. (26.4 mm}
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27-43. TAIL ROTOR CONTROLS — horn (3). Install five counterweight washers to
COUNTERWEIGHT AND FRICTION outboard side with nut (4). Torque nut 15 to 30
ADJUSTMENTS inch-pounds (1.69 to 3.39 Nm) and secure with cotter
pin (5).
The counterweight and friction adjustments shall be
accomplished after tail rotor control rigging is d. Do counterweight washer installation on
completed and helicopter is prepared for ground opposite pitch horn.
run-up and flight test.
1. If tail rotor hub and blade assembly has been .._.......................................... ......__
removed, repaired, or replaced, ensure that static ~

~ CAUTION ~
~
balance of assembly has been accomplished. ~ ...................................................
Dynamic balance of tail rotor hub and blade assembly
may be accomplished in conjunction with the following GROUND RUN OF HELICOPTER TO BE
procedures (Chapter 65). DONE BY QUALIFIED PERSONNEL
ONLY.
2. Check pedal assemblies (1, Figure 27-12) for
freedom of movement. Remove all friction from clamp 4. Prepare helicopter for ground run-up. Position
(21) by loosening nut on screw (18). helicopter into wind and ground run at 100% N2
(BHT-206L1-FM-1). I
NOTE
5. Place tail rotor pedals in neutral position and
Each pitch horn must not have more than
observe if pedals creep when not held by foot
20 counterweight washers (AN970-3 or
pressure.
AN960JD10), 10 on each pitch horn lug,
with five on each side of a lug, for a
maximum of 40 on both pitch horns. 6. If left pedal creeps forward, counterweight
washers are too heavy and shall be adjusted in
Each pitch horn must not have more than accordance with step 7. Move pedals approximately I
12 counterweight washers 1.0 inch (25.4 mm) from neutral and recheck for creep.
(206-011-859-101), six on each pitch horn
lug, with three on each side of a lug, for a
maximum of 24 on both pitch horns.
Acceptable combinations of washers are as
._............................................
~
" ~
~ CAUTION ~
shown in Table 27-2. ~ .......................................... -.
3. Check pitch horns (3, Figure 27-14) on each tail TO PREVENT UNBALANCING OF TAIL
rotor blade (6) to ensure that correct quantity of ROTOR HUB AND BLADE ASSEMBLY,
counterweight washers is installed. Each pitch horn MEASURE EACH COUNTERWEIGHT
must not have more than 20 counterweight washers WA S H E R A S I T I S R E M O V E D T O
(10 on each pitch horn lug) with five on each side of ENSURE AN EQUAL THICKNESS AND
lug. If counterweight washers arrangement is Q U A N T I T Y O F WA S H E R S A R E
incorrect, accomplish the following: REMOVED AT ALL FOUR POINTS ON
THE TWO PITCH HORNS.
a. Remove cotter pin (5), nut (4), counterweight
washers (2), and bolts (1) from two locations on each 7. Adjust by removing counterweight washers (2)
pitch horn (3). equally at four lugs on pitch horns (3). Replace the
removed washers (AN970-3) with the washers
b. Assemble 40 counterweight washers (2) (AN960JD10) equally at four lugs on pitch horns. Use
I (AN970-3 or AN960JD10) in eight stacks. bolts (1) (NAS1303-13D through NAS1303-19D) to
obtain correct thread engagement. Quantity and type
c. Position five counterweight washers next to of washers and bolts must be the same on all four lugs
bolt head and install from inboard side of lug on pitch of pitch horns.
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2. Counterweight Washers
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4. Nut
5. Cotter Pin
6. Tail Rotor Blade
206L1_MM_27_0006
Figure 27-14. Anti-torque Control Counterweights
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27-45. ANTI-TORQUE PEDALS AND ADJUSTER

NOTE
— REMOVAL
If interference exist between AN970-3
washer(s) and blade bolt nut, AN970-3
washer(s) may be replaced with washers NOTE
206-011-859-101. Acceptable combinations If pedals, support, and adjuster are to be
of washers are shown in Table 27-2. removed as an assembly, do step 1. To
remove individual parts, omit step 1 and
proceed to appropriate step.
Table 27-2. Maximum Quantity and Combinations
1. Remove the pedals, supports, and adjuster as an
of Washers per Pitch Horn Lug
assembly, as follows:
AN970-3 OR
206-011-859-101 a. Remove the nut (33, Figure 27-15), washer
AN960JD10
(34), spacer (27), and bolt (26).
0 10
b. Remove the three bolts (9) and the washers
2 6 (10), and remove the assembly from helicopter.
6 0
2. Remove the pedals (6) as follows:
a. Remove the nuts (8), washers (7), spacers

8. Make the washer combination identical on both (4), and bolts (3) to separate the links (5) from the
pitch horns. If used, install the washer(s) pedals (6).
206-011-859-101 next to the pitch horn lug.
b. Remove the nut (17), washers (18 and 19),
9. Adjust pedal friction, as follows: and bolt (20). Remove the pedals (6) from the
support (15).
a. Place pedal assembly (1, Figure 27-12) in c. Remove the nuts (39), washers (38), screws
neutral position. (37), and weights (36) from the pedals (6). I
b. Using a spring scale positioned perpendicular 3. Remove the bellcrank (35) and the pedal adjuster
to and connected to pedal, check for a force of 3 to 5 mechanism as follows:
pounds required to move pedal from neutral position.
a. Remove the nuts (32), washers (31), spacers
(2), and bolts (1) to separate the links (5) from the
c. Adjust nut on screw (18) at clamp (21) until
bellcrank (35).
desired function of 3 to 5 pounds is obtained. Do not
exceed torque of 15 inch-pounds (1.69 Nm) on screw
(18) and nut. b. Remove the nut (33), washers (34), spacer
(27), and bolt (26) to separate the control tube (28)
from the bellcrank (35).
10. Perform test flight and recheck pedal balance at
normal cruise airspeed. Readjust as desired by the c. Remove the nut (25), washers (24 and 22),
pilot in accordance with step 6, step 7, and step 9. and bolt (21). Remove the bellcrank (35).
d. Remove the nut (29), washer (30), and

27-44. ANTI-TORQUE PEDALS AND
remove the clevis (23). Remove the bolt (14), belleville
ADJUSTER
washers (13), and washer (12). Unscrew the knob (11)
from the support (15).
The pedal assembly provides a means for the pilot to
control the tail rotor assembly. The pedals can be 4. Remove the three bolts (9) and the washers (10)
positioned, as desired, by means of the pedal adjuster. to remove the support (15).
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37
3 9
10
39
37
37
38
39
38
38
39
1. Bolt
2. Spacer
3. Bolt
4. Spacer
5. Link
6. Pedal
7. washer
8. Nut
9. Bolt
10. Washer
11 . Knob
12. Washer
13. Bellville Washer
14. Bolt
15 . Support
16. Filler Pad
17. Nut
18. Washer
19. Washer
20. Bolt
21 . Bolt
22. Washer
23. Clevis
24. Washer
25 . Nut
26. Bolt
27 _ Spacer
28 _ Control Tube
29. Nut
30. Washer
3 1. Washer
32. Nut
33. Nut
3 4. washer
35. Bellcrank
36 . Weights
DETAIL A 37. Screw
38.
39.
Washer
Nut
206L1_MM_27_0007_c01
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— INSPECTION AND REPAIR the knob will turn freely.
1. Inspect and repair the control tubes and the links c. Attach the bellcrank (35) to the clevis (23)
in accordance with paragraph 27-3. using the bolt (21), washers (22 and 24), and nut (25).
Torque the nut 30 to 40 inch-pounds (3.4 to 4.5 Nm) I
2. Inspect and repair the bellcranks, levers, and install the cotter pin.
supports, and pedals in accordance with
paragraph 27-5. d. Attach the links (5) to the bellcrank (35) using
the bolt (1), spacer (2), washer (31), and nut (32).
3. Inspect solid film lubricant on the threads of the and install the cotter pin.
knob (11, Figure 27-15) and mating threads in the
support (15). If solid film lubricant is damaged or worn
3. Install the pedals (6) as follows:
through, refer to the BHT-ALL-SPM for repair
procedure.
a. Install the weights (36) on the pedals (6) with
27-47. ANTI-TORQUE PEDALS AND ADJUSTER
— INSTALLATION
the screws (37), washers (38), and nuts (39). Torque
the nuts 4 to 6 inch-pounds (0.4 to 0.6 Nm).
b. Position the pedals (6) in the support (15).

I
NOTE Install the bolt (20), washers (19 and 18), and nut (17).
If pedals, support, and adjusters are to be and install the cotter pin.
removed as an assembly, do step 1. To
remove individual parts, omit step 1 and c. Attach the links (5) to the pedals (6) using the
proceed to appropriate step. bolts (3), spacer (4), washer (7), and nut (8). Torque
the nut 30 to 40 inch-pounds (3.4 to 4.5 Nm) and I
1. Install the pedal support (15, Figure 27-15) and
install the cotter pins.
the adjuster as an assembly as follows:
27-48. ANTI-TORQUE CONTROL LINKAGE
a. Position the support (15) over the mounting
holes in the cabin floor. Install the three bolts (9) and The anti-torque control linkage consists of control
the washers (10) through the support. Torque the bolts tubes, bellcranks, damper assembly, and walking
I 50 to 70 inch-pounds (5.7 to 7.9 Nm). beams. The linkage transmits movement from the
pedals to the anti-torque pitch control mechanism.
b. Install the bolt (26), spacer (27), washer (34),
and nut (33) to connect the control tube (28) to the 27-49. ANTI-TORQUE CONTROL LINKAGE —
bellcrank (35). Torque the nut 30 to 40 inch-pounds REMOVAL
I (3.4 to 4.5 Nm) and install the cotter pin.
2. Install the adjuster assembly mechanism and the NOTE

bellcrank (35) as follows: Linkage can be removed in any logical
sequence required for replacement of
a. Screw the knob (11) into the support (15) and parts.
insert the clevis (23) into the opposite end of the
support. 1. Remove the tube (15, Figure 27-12, Detail D) as
follows:
b. Place the two belleville washers (13) with
concave surfaces facing each other on the bolt (14). a. Disconnect the tube (15) from the walking
Place the washer (12) on the bolt (14) and insert the beam (11).
bolt through the knob (11) and the clevis (23). Install
the washer (30) and the nut (29). Tighten the nut until b. Remove the tailboom access panel under the
all end play is eliminated from the clevis, then tighten gearbox (Chapter 53). I
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c. Disconnect the tube (15) from the bellcrank a. Disconnect the control tubes (12 and 19) from
(17) and remove the tube (Detail D). the damper (23).
NOTE b. Remove the cotter pin, nut, two washers, and

bolt securing the damper (23) in the support (24).
On helicopters S/N 45196 and subsequent, Remove the floating bushing (25) from the support.
tube (15) may be disconnected and
removed from rear of helicopter without
27-50. ANTI-TORQUE CONTROL LINKAGE —
removing tailboom.
INSPECTION AND REPAIR
2. Remove the control tube (5, 8, 12, 3, 22, or 19,
Figure 27-12) by removing the bolt, washer, spacer 1. Inspect and repair the control tubes
(safety washer), and nut attaching the control tube to (paragraph 27-3).
the bellcrank or walking beam at each end.
2. Inspect and repair the bellcranks, levers, support,
3. Remove the bellcrank (20) as follows: and walking beams (paragraph 27-5).
a. Remove the cotter pin (9, Figure 27-16), nut 27-51. ANTI-TORQUE CONTROL LINKAGE —
(10), spacer (20), washer (2), and bolt (3). INSTALLATION
b. Remove the nut (8), washer (7), bolt (18), and

1. Install the bellcrank (17, Figure 27-12) as follows:
washers (15 and 19). Remove the bellcrank (1), clamp
(12), and sleeve bearing (11) from the support.
._................................................. '..;
c. Remove the nut (13), washers (14 and 17), ~
CAUTION ~
~ ~
and screw (16) to separate the clamp (12) from the ~ ....................................................
bellcrank (1).
N U T U S E D O N P I V O T B O LT F O R
d. Remove the cotter pins and the pin (4) with BELLCRANK (17) MUST BE A MS17825-4
the washers (5 and 6). NUT. NO SUBSTITUTION IS ALLOWED.
4. Remove the bellcrank (13, Figure 27-12) by a. Position the bellcrank (17) on the support and
removing the nut, two washers, and bolt. install the bolt with the washer under the head from the
bottom side. Install the washer and the nut. Torque the
5. Remove the bellcrank (4) by removing the nut, nut 30 to 40 inch-pounds (3.4 to 4.5 Nm) and install I
two washers, and bolt. Remove the floating bushing the cotter pin.
from the tang of the support.
b. Connect the rod assembly (16) to the
6. Remove the walking beam (7) by removing the bellcrank (17) with the bolt, one washer under the
nut, two washers, and bolt. head, and one washer under the nut. Torque the nut
80 to 100 inch-pounds (9.0 to 11.3 Nm) and install the I
7. Remove the walking beam (11) by removing the cotter pin.
nut, two washers, and bolt.
2. Install the walking beam (11) using the bolt with
8. Remove the bellcrank (17) as follows: the washer under the head and under the nut. Torque
a. Disconnect the rod assembly (16) from the install the cotter pin.
bellcrank.
3. Install the walking beam (7) using the bolt with
b. Remove the nut, two washers, and bolt. the washer under the head and under the nut. Torque
9. Remove the damper (23, Detail F) as follows: install the cotter pins.
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RIGGING INSTRUCTIONS 14
15
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Figure 27-16. Anti-torque Bellcrank and Friction Clamp
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4. Install the bellcrank (4) as follows: b. Install the bolts with the washers next to the
bellcrank and the spacer next to the rod end (Detail A).
a. Position the floating bushing in the support
tang with the flat side of the bushing flange up. c. Torque the nuts 30 to 40 inch-pounds (3.4 to
b. Install the bellcrank (4) in the support using

4.5 Nm) and install the cotter pin. I
the bolt with the washer under the head and under the 9. Check the anti-torque control rigging (paragraph
nut. Torque the nut 30 to 40 inch-pounds (3.4 to 27-42).
I 4.5 Nm) and install the cotter pin.
27-52. TAIL ROTOR PITCH CHANGE

5. Install the bellcrank (13) using the bolt with the
standard washer under the head and large AN970-5 MECHANISM
washer under the nut against the bellcrank. Torque the
I nut 60 to 85 inch-pounds (6.8 to 9.6 Nm) and install The tail rotor pitch change mechanism mounts on the
the cotter pin. right side of the tail rotor gearbox. Movement of the
anti-torque control system is transmitted through the
6. Install the bellcrank (20) as follows: gearbox to the tail rotor by the pitch change
mechanism.
a. Install the pin (4, Figure 27-16) through the

anti-torque support using the washers (5 and 6). Install 27-53. TAIL ROTOR PITCH CHANGE
the cotter pin to secure the pin. MECHANISM — REMOVAL
b. Position the clamp (12) and the sleeve 1. Remove the tail rotor hub and blade assembly
bearing (11) on the bellcrank (1) and install the screw (Chapter 65).
(16), washers (17 and 14), and nut (13). Do not tighten
the nut at this time; this will be accomplished during 2. Remove the nut (17, Figure 27-17), washer (16),
the rigging check. and bolt (15) to separate the rod assembly (14) from
the bellcrank on the end of the tailboom.
c. Position the bellcrank (1) in the anti-torque
support with the ears on the bellcrank around the pin
(4). Install the bolt (3), washer (2), spacer (20), and nut 3. Remove the nuts (5) and the washers (6).
(10). Torque the nut 60 to 85 inch-pounds (6.8 to Remove the pitch change mechanism (2) and the
9.6 Nm) and install the cotter pin (9). O-ring (9) from the tail rotor gearbox. Discard the
O-ring.
d. Install the bolt (18) with the washer (19) under
the head and the washer (15) between the clamp (12) 4. Remove the nut (10), washers (11 and 12), and
and the support. Install the washer (7) and the nut (8). bolt (13) to separate the rod assembly (14) from the
I Torque the nut 50 to 70 inch-pounds (5.7 to 7.9 Nm). levers (1).
7. Position the damper (23, Figure 27-12, Detail F) 27-54. TAIL ROTOR PITCH CHANGE
in the support (24). Install the floating bushing (25), MECHANISM — INSPECTION AND
bolt with two washers, and nut. Torque the nut 60 to 85
I inch-pounds (6.8 to 9.6 Nm) and install the cotter pin.
REPAIR
1. Inspect for oil leakage around the boot (4,

8. Install the control tubes (5, 8, 12, 3, 22, or 19) as Figure 27-17).
follows:
2. Inspect linkage for ease of operation.

a. Install the control tube (12) with the adjustable
rod end at the bellcrank (13). Install the control tube
(8) with the adjustable rod end at the walking 3. For further disassembly, inspection, and repair of
beam (7). pitch mechanism, refer to the BHT-206L-CR&O.
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1. Lever
2. Pitch Change Mechanism
3. Trunnion ·
4. Boot
5. Nut
6. Washer
7. Housing
8. Control Tube
9. 0-Ring
10. Nut
11. Washer
12. Washer
13. Bolt
14. Rod
I 16
15. Bolt
16. Washer
17. Nut
206L1_MM_27_0009
Figure 27-17. Tail Rotor Pitch Change Mechanism
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27-55. TAIL ROTOR PITCH CHANGE 2. Lubricate the new O-ring (9) with turbine engine
MECHANISM — INSTALLATION lubricating oil (C-010). Place the O-ring in the groove
of the housing (7).
MATERIALS REQUIRED
3. Position the pitch change mechanism (2) on the
Refer to BHT-ALL-SPM for specifications. tail rotor gearbox. Install the washers (6) and the nuts
(5). Torque the nuts to 75 inch-pounds (8.5 Nm). I
NUMBER NOMENCLATURE
C-001 Grease 4. Attach a rod assembly (14) to the levers (1) using
the bolt (13), washers (12 and 11), and nut (10).
C-010 Turbine Engine Torque the nut 80 to 100 inch-pounds (9.0 to 11.3 Nm)
Lubricating Oil I
and install the cotter pin.
C-405 Lockwire
5. Attach the rod assembly (14) to the anti-torque
1. Cut the lockwire that attaches the boot (4, bellcrank with the bolt (15), washers (16), and nut (17).
Figure 27-17) to the housing (7). Move the boot back Torque the nut 80 to 100 inch-pounds (9.0 to 11.3 Nm) I
from the housing and purge the bearings through the and install the cotter pin.
grease fittings with grease (C-001). Wipe excess
grease from the boot. Position the boot over the
housing and secure with 0.032 inch (0.81 mm) 6. Check the tail rotor controls rigging (paragraph
lockwire (C-405). 27-42).
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supports, bellcranks, walking beam, and control tubes.

It includes interconnect linkage from the fore and aft MAXIMUM OF 1.0 (25.4 MM) INCH
cyclic control torque tube to the elevator horn with a EXPOSED THREADS AL LOWED ON
ADJUSTABLE CONTROL TUBES (2 AND
shear joint to safeguard against elevator or cyclic
20). A MAXIMUM OF 1.25 INCHES (31.75
controls jamming.
MM) EXPOSED THREADS ALLOWED ON
ADJUSTABLE CONTROL TUBE (18).
27-57. ELEVATOR CONTROL — RIGGING
5. Adjust the rod end on the aft end of the control
tube (2) to align with the bellcrank (3), then connect
with the bolt, washers, spacer, nut, and cotter pin
MATERIALS REQUIRED (Detail C). Torque the rod end jam nut 80 to
Refer to BHT-ALL-SPM for specifications.
NUMBER NOMENCLATURE 6. Position the movable elevator trailing edge up

6°15 to 7°15 from the upper surface of the horizontal
C-101 Corrosion Preventive stabilizer (Detail E).
Compound
NOTE
NOTE Angle to be measured from upper surface
Tolerance on rigging dimensions is of horizontal stabilizer to the upper surface
of the movable elevator. The upper surface
I ±0.03 inch (0.76 mm) or ±0.5° unless
of the horizontal stabilizer is parallel to
otherwise noted.
centerline of tailboom.
1. Disconnect the control tube (2, Figure 27-18) 7. With the elevator positioned per step 6, adjust the
from the bellcrank (3). Disconnect the control tube (18) rod end on the forward end of the control tube (20) to
from the walking beam (11). Disconnect the control obtain 5.31 inch (134.87 mm) dimension to position
tube (20) from the bellcrank (19). the bellcrank (19) (Detail D). Connect the adjustable
rod end to the bellcrank with the bolt, washer, spacer,
nut, and cotter pin (Detail C). Torque the rod end jam
2. Make sure the fixed length control tubes (4 and
13) are correctly installed (paragraph 27-82).
nut to 80 to 100 inch-pounds (9.0 to 11.3 Nm). I
8. With the cyclic stick centered per step 3 and the
3. Center the cyclic control stick and install a bellcrank (19) positioned per step 7, adjust the rod end
NAS1305 bolt through the cover into the cyclic pivot on the forward end of the control tube (18) to fit the
support. Tighten the friction adjuster to keep the cyclic walking beam (11) while maintaining correct elevator
controls from moving through the remainder of the angle. Connect the adjustable rod end to the walking
beam with the bolt, washer, spacer, nuts, and cotter
rigging instructions. Remove the NAS1305 bolt.
pin (Detail C). Torque the rod end jam nut to 80 to
4. Position the bellcrank (3) (Detail B). The bellcrank
is to be positioned so that the bolt hole in the lower 9. Coat the threads of all the adjustable rod ends,
arm is aligned vertically with the centerline of the bearing, and fittings with corrosion preventive
bellcrank pivot bolt. compound (C-101).
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3. Bellcrank
4. Control Tube
5. Cotter Pin
6. Nut
7. Washer
8. Spacer
9. Eyebolt
10. Bolt, Washers,
Nut and Cotter Pin
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NOTE
Control tube (2)

incorporates a shear pin
(MS20470B3) .
DETAIL B
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ensure freedom of movement without binding. (10) out of the tailboom. Do not damage surfaces.
27-58. STABILIZER ELEVATOR 27-60. STABILIZER ELEVATOR — INSPECTION
The stabilizer elevator is mounted on the tailboom.

The stabilizer elevator is stationary while the elevator MATERIALS REQUIRED
is movable and is attached to the aft side of the
stabilizer elevator. The elevator horn is connected to Refer to BHT-ALL-SPM for specifications.
the cyclic control tube.
NUMBER NOMENCLATURE
27-59. STABILIZER ELEVATOR — REMOVAL C-227 Epoxy Primer Surfacer
NOTE
NOTE
This paragraph removes the stabilizer
elevator as an assembly. The following inspection criteria are
primarily intended when the part or
1. Remove the auxiliary fin assembly (1, component has been removed from the
Figure 27-19) (paragraph 27-71). helicopter. To accommodate all inspection
requirements, applicable criteria may also
be used when the part or component is
2. Remove the slat assembly (20) (paragraph installed on the helicopter.
27-75).
1. Inspect stabilizer elevator (7, Figure 27-19),
3. Remove the right elevator (10) (paragraph supports (13 and 14), and tailboom attaching points for
27-63). cracks, dents, and damage. If damaged, repair per
BHT-206-SRM-1.
4. On the right side, remove the screws (11, 39, 40,
and 41) and the thin aluminum washers (12) from a. Visually inspect the stabilizer elevator (7) skin
lower right support (14). Remove the lower right area exposed by the upper support cutouts (13) for
support. cracks. If cracks are found, the stabilizer must be
removed from service.
5. Reach inside tailboom on right side and b. If any stabilizer elevator (7) is found with
disconnect wiring on terminal board from both position cracks during this inspection, notify Product Support
lights. Engineering immediately.
6. On the right side, remove the screws (11, 39, 40, 2. For the hinge fitting (206-023-119-071) (4),
and 41) and the thin aluminum washers (12) from the inspect the elevator hinge points for worn bushings or
upper right support (13). Remove the upper right damage (Table 27-3). Replace part as required
support. (paragraph 27-61).
7. Remove the cotter pin (28), nut (27), bolt (25), 3. For the hinge fitting (206-023-129-101) (32),
and aluminum washers (26). Disconnect the control inspect the part for mechanical or corrosion damage.
tube (29) from the horn assembly (19). Discard the Replace part as required.
cotter pin.
4. If breaks exist in doubler edge seal, clean and
8. On left side of tailboom, while holding the reseal (BHT-ALL-SPM).
stabilizer elevator (7), remove the screws (11, 39, 40,
41) and the thin aluminum washers (12) from the left 5. Visually examine all the attaching hardware for
upper and lower supports (13 and 14). Remove the wear, mechanical and corrosion damage. Replace as
supports. required.
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1. Auxiliary fin assembly 22. Screw

2. Screw 23. Thin aluminum washer
3. Thin aluminum washer 24. Support
4. Hinge fitting (206-023-119-071) 25. Bolt
5. Washer 26. Aluminum washer
6. Screw 27. Nut
7. Stabilizer elevator 28. Cotter pin
8. Hinge pin 29. Control tube
9. Pin 30. Nut
10. Elevator 31. Washer
11. Screw 32. Hinge fitting (206-023-129-101)
12. Thin aluminum washer 33. Pin
13. Support 34. Cap
14. Support 35. Support
15. Nut 36. Support
16. Washer 37. Rivet
17. Screw 38. Washer
18. Tube 39. Screw
19. Horn assembly 40. Screw
20. Slat assembly 41. Screw
21. Screw 42. Bushing
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SEALANT (C-251)
5 TO 10 IN-LBS
(0.6 TO 1.1 Nm)
NOTES
1 Trim as required to get a gap of 0.01 to 0.06 IN (0.3 to 1.5 mm) between the elevator (10)
and the hinge fitting (32).
2 Install bushing (42) with zinc chromate primer (C-201).
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27-61. STABILIZER ELEVATOR — REPAIR 3. From right side, reach into tailboom and connect
the control tube (29) to the horn assembly (19) with the
bolt (25), aluminum washers (26), nut (27). Tighten the
nut. Safety the nut with a new cotter pin (28).
MATERIALS REQUIRED
4. Connect the position light wires to the terminal
Refer to BHT-ALL-SPM for specifications. board.
NUMBER NOMENCLATURE
5. On the right side, install the supports (13 and 14)
C-201 Zinc Chromate Primer on the tailboom with the screws (11, 39, 40, and 41)
and thin aluminum washers (12). Tighten the screws.
6. Install the slat assembly (20) on stabilizer

Table 27-3. Elevator Hinge Bushings — Wear elevator (paragraph 27-78).
Limits
NOMENCLATURE RADIAL 7. Install the auxiliary fin assembly (1) (paragraph

27-73).
22-006B-15-9-16 0.006 inch
(0.152 mm)
27-63. ELEVATOR — REMOVAL
22-012B-40-12-28 0.005 inch
(0.127 mm) The procedure is provided for the elevator
(10, Figure 27-19) on the right side. The
procedure is the same for the elevator on
1. Replace a worn or damage bushing (42, the left side.
Figure 27-19) with the appropriate oversized bushing
as per the instructions given in the BHT-ALL-SPM,
1. Remove the auxiliary fin assembly (1) (paragraph
Chapter 9. Refer to Table 27-3 for the applicable
27-71).
bushing.
2. Remove the supports (13 and 14) (paragraph

27-62. STABILIZER ELEVATOR — 27-59).
INSTALLATION
3. As applicable, remove the nuts (15), washers

(16), and screws (17) or remove the nuts (30),
MATERIALS REQUIRED washers (31), and pins (33) from the horn assembly
(19).
NUMBER NOMENCLATURE 4. Pull right end of right elevator (10) aft until
elevator is clear from pin (9).
C-328 Sealing Compound
5. Pull elevator (10) to the right to remove it from the
horn assembly (19).
1. Carefully slide stabilizer elevator (7,
Figure 27-19) into left side of tailboom so that surfaces
are not damaged. 6. Repeat step 1 through step 5 to remove the left
elevator (10).
2. On the left side, install the supports (13 and 14)

on the tailboom with the screws (11, 39, 40, and 41)
and the thin aluminum washers (12). Tighten the
screws.
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27-64. ELEVATOR — INSPECTION c. Install the pin P/N HL64PB6-12 in lieu of

existing pin (33) with a new washer MS27183-8 and
NOTE
The following inspection criteria are 2.
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nut (30). Torque the nut T .
Install cap (34) on elevator as follows:

component has been removed from the a. Clean surface with a cheesecloth (C-486)
helicopter. To accommodate all inspection moistened with aliphatic naphtha (C-305).
requirements, applicable criteria may also
b. Apply sealant (C-251) to the elevator (10) and
installed on the helicopter.
the cap (34).
1. Inspect the elevator (10, Figure 27-19) for cracks,

c. Install the cap (34) on the elevator (10).
dents, mechanical and corrosion damage.
d. Remove any excess of sealant.

2. Inspect the elevator (10) and the horn assembly
(19) for elongated holes. Repair elongated holes
27-66. ELEVATOR — INSTALLATION
(paragraph 27-65).
3. Inspect for unbonded or damaged cap (34). MATERIALS REQUIRED

Replace as required (paragraph 27-65).
4. Visually examine all the attaching hardware for
wear, mechanical and corrosion damage. Replace as NUMBER NOMENCLATURE
required.
C-251 Sealant
27-65. ELEVATOR — REPAIR

NOTE
The procedure is provided for the elevator
MATERIALS REQUIRED (10, Figure 27-19) on the right side. The
procedure is the same for the elevator on
Refer to BHT-ALL-SPM for specifications. the left side.
NUMBER NOMENCLATURE 1. Apply sealant (C-251) to the inner surface of the

elevator tube (18) and mating surface of the horn
C-251 Sealant assembly (19).
C-305 Aliphatic Naphtha

a. Slide elevator tube (18) onto the horn
C-486 Cheesecloth assembly (19).
2. As applicable, install two nuts (15), washers (16),

1. If elongated holes exist on the elevator (10, and screws (17) or install the nuts (30), washers (31),
Figure 27-19) and the horn assembly (19), do a first and pins (33) to secure the elevator (10) to the horn
oversized as follow: assembly (19).
a. Open existing holes to 0.2026 to 0.2046 inch

(5.15 to 5.19 mm) with a drill No. 13/64 in diameter
through the elevator (10) and the horn assembly (19).
3.
4. Move right end of right elevator (10) forward,

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Tighten the nuts (15) or torque the nuts (30) T .
assuring proper mating of pin (9) with hole provided in

b. Deburr the holes. elevator (10).
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5. Install the auxiliary fin assembly (1) (paragraph 27-70. AUXILIARY FIN ASSEMBLY
27-73).
The auxiliary fin assembly are located on each end of
6. Install the supports (13 and 14) (paragraph the horizontal stabilizer. The leading edges of the fins
27-62). are both offset 5° outboard of the helicopter
longitudinal axis. This improves the roll stability of the
7. Repeat step 1 through step 7 to install the left helicopter in forward flight.
elevator (10).
27-71. Auxiliary Fin Assembly — Removal
27-67. HORN ASSEMBLY — REMOVAL
NOTE
1. Remove the left and right auxiliary fin assemblies
(1, Figure 27-19) (paragraph 27-71). The procedure is provided for the auxiliary
fin assembly (1, Figure 27-19) on the right
2. Remove the left and right elevators (10) side. The procedure is the same for the
(paragraph 27-63). auxiliary fin assembly on the left side.
1. Remove the sealant between the auxiliary fin

3. Remove the cotter pin (28), nut (27), bolt (25),
assembly (1) and the stabilizer elevator (7) with a
and aluminum washers (26) to disconnect the control
non-metallic scraper.
tube (29) from the horn assembly (19).
4. Remove four screws (22) and thin aluminum 2. Remove the screws (2) and the washers (3) that
washers (23). hold the auxiliary fin assembly (1) to the stabilizer
elevator (7).
5. Remove the horn assembly (19) from the support
(24). 3. Carefully remove the auxiliary fin assembly (1)
from the stabilizer elevator (7).
27-68. HORN ASSEMBLY — INSPECTION
4. Disconnect the position lights (Chapter 96).
1. Inspect the horn assembly (19, Figure 27-19) for
elongated holes. Repair elongated holes (paragraph 5. If required, remove the position light (Chapter
27-65). 96).
27-69. HORN ASSEMBLY — INSTALLATION 6. If required, remove the screws (6), washers (5),
and the hinge fitting (4 or 32), as applicable, from the
1. Install the horn assembly (19, Figure 27-19) on auxiliary fin assembly (1).
the support (24) with the screws (22) and thin
aluminum washers (23).Tighten the screws.
27-72. Auxiliary Fin Assembly — Inspection
2. Install the left and right elevators (10) (paragraph
27-66). NOTE
The following inspection criteria are
3. Install the left and right auxiliary fin assemblies primarily intended when the part or
(1) (paragraph 27-71). component has been removed from the
helicopter. To accommodate all inspection
4. Connect the control tube (29) to the horn requirements, applicable criteria may also
assembly (19) with the bolt (25), aluminum washers be used when the part or component is
(26), and nut (27). Tighten the nut. Secure the nut with installed on the helicopter.
a new cotter pin (28).
1. Inspect the auxiliary fin assembly (1,
5. Do a verification of the elevator control rigging Figure 27-19) for cracks, dents, mechanical and
(paragraph 27-57). corrosion damage.
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wear, mechanical and corrosion damage. Replace as the screws.
required.
3. If previously removed, install the position light
27-73. Auxiliary Fin Assembly — Installation (Chapter 96).
4. Connect the position lights (Chapter 96).
MATERIALS REQUIRED 5. Put the auxiliary fin assembly (1) in position on

the stabilizer elevator (7) and align the hinge pin (8) in
Refer to BHT-ALL-SPM for specifications. the hinge fitting (4 or 32), as applicable.
NUMBER NOMENCLATURE
6. Secure the auxiliary fin assembly (1) to the
C-251 Sealant stabilizer elevator (7) with the screws (2) and the
washers (3). Tighten the screws.
NOTE 7. Make sure the gap between the hinge pin (8) and
the hinge fitting (4 or 32), as applicable, is as shown in
The procedure is provided for the auxiliary
Figure 27-19. If the gap is not between 0.01 to 0.06
fin assembly (1, Figure 27-19) on the right
inch 0.25 to 1.5 mm) remove the auxiliary fin assembly
side. The procedure is the same for the
(1) and trim the hinge fitting (32), as required.
auxiliary fin assembly on the left side.
1. If the same hinge fitting (4 or 32), as applicable, is 8. Apply a bead of sealant (C-251) between the
being installed, go to step 2. If the hinge fitting is being auxiliary fin assembly (1) and the stabilizer elevator
replaced, do as follows: (7). Make sure to fill the gap between the stabilizer
elevator and the auxiliary fin assembly at the front
area.
a. Install the hinge fitting (32) with the arrow
pointing up on the auxiliary fin assembly (1) with the
27-74. SLAT ASSEMBLY
screws (6) and the washers (5). Tighten the screws.
Two slat assembly are installed on the leading edge of
b. Temporarily install the auxiliary fin assembly the horizontal stabilizer. The slat assembly are made
(1) in position on the stabilizer elevator (7) with four of nylon or aluminum extrusion. They are riveted to
screws (2) and washers (3) and align the hinge pin (8) supports which are secured to the horizontal stabilizer.
in the hinge fitting (32), as applicable. Tighten the
screws.
27-75. Slat assembly — Removal
c. Measure the gap between the shoulder flange

of the hinge pin (8) and the face of the hinge fitting NOTE
(32), as shown in Figure 27-19. The procedure is provided for the slat
assembly (20, Figure 27-19) on the right
d. If the gap is not between 0.01 to 0.06 inch side. The procedure is the same for the slat
0.25 to 1.5 mm) remove the auxiliary fin assembly (1) assembly on the left side.
and trim face of the hinge fitting (32), as required.
1. Remove the screws (21) and the washers (38)
e. Make sure to have a chamfer on the hinge from the slat supports (35 and 36).
fitting (32) of 0.060 inch x 45 degrees (1.5 mm x 45
degrees). 2. Remove the slat assembly (20) from the stabilizer
elevator (7).
2. If previously removed, install the hinge fitting (32)
with the arrow pointing up on the auxiliary fin assembly
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27-76. Slat assembly — Inspection 2. If rough or porous conditions exist on leading

edge of the slat assembly (20), apply sanding surfacer
(C-227) to exterior of leading edge (Chapter 20).
NOTE
The following inspection criteria are 27-78. Slat assemblies — Installation
component has been removed from the
helicopter. To accommodate all inspection
requirements, applicable criteria may also MATERIALS REQUIRED
installed on the helicopter. Refer to BHT-ALL-SPM for specifications.
1. Examine each slat assembly (20, Figure 27-19) NUMBER NOMENCLATURE

for scratch, cracks, dents, corrosion damage. Replace
as required. C-251 Sealant
2. Examine the leading of the slat assembly (20) for

roughness or porosity condition. If porosity or NOTE
roughness exist repair a slat assembly (paragraph The procedure is provided for the slat
27-77). assembly (20, Figure 27-19) on the right
side. The procedure is the same for the slat
3. Examine the supports (35 and 36) for mechanical assembly on the left side.
or corrosion damage. Replace a damage support
(paragraph 27-77). 1. Install the slat assembly (20) on the stabilizer
elevator (7) with the screws (21) and the washers (38).
4. Examine all attaching hardware for cracks, wear, Tighten the screws.
mechanical, and corrosion damage. Replace
hardware as required. 2. Fill the existing hole in the slat assembly (20) with
sealant (C-251).
27-77. Slat assemblies — Repair
27-79. ELEVATOR CONTROL LINKAGE
The elevator control linkage consists of control tubes,

MATERIALS REQUIRED
bellcranks, and walking beams. The forward control
tube, which contains a shear pin, is attached to an
eyebolt mounted in the cyclic torque tube. The aft
NUMBER NOMENCLATURE control tube is attached to the elevator horn.
C-227 Sanding Surfacer 27-80. ELEVATOR CONTROL LINKAGE —

REMOVAL
1. Replace a damage support (35 or 36,
Figure 27-19) as follows: NOTE
Linkage can be removed in any logical
a. Remove the existing rivets (37). sequence required for replacement of
parts.
b. Remove the support (35 or 36) from the slat
assembly (20). 1. Remove control tube (2, 4, 13, 18, or 20,
Figure 27-18) by removing cotter pin, nut, washer,
c. Install the new support (35 or 36) with rivets spacer, and bolt attaching control tube to bellcrank or
(37) (NAS1739B4). walking beam at each end (Detail C).
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2. Remove bellcrank (3) by removing cotter pin, nut, 5. Install control tube (2), as follows:
spacer, washer, and bolt.
a. Position control tube (2) with adjustable end
3. Remove bellcrank (14) by removing cotter pin, aft.
nut, washer, and bolt. Remove floating bushing from
tang of support.
b. Attach control tube (2) to eyebolt (9) using bolt
(10) with washer under head and under nut. Torque
4. Remove walking beam (11) by removing cotter
nut 30 to 40 inch-pounds (3.39 to 4.52 Nm) and install
pin, nut, spacer, washer, and bolt.
cotter pin.
5. Remove bellcrank (19) by removing cotter pin,
nut, spacer, washers, and bolt. c. Attach aft end of control tube (2) to bellcrank
(3) with bolt and washer next to bellcrank, and spacer
27-81. ELEVATOR CONTROL LINKAGE — (safety washer) next to rod end (Detail C). Install nut
INSPECTION AND REPAIR an torque 30 to 40 inch-pounds (3.39 to 4.52 Nm) and
install cotter pin.
1. Inspect and repair control tubes (paragraph
27-3). 6. Install control tubes (4, 13, and 18), as follows:
2. inspect and repair bellcranks, levers, supports, a. Install bolt with washer next to bellcrank (3,
and walking beams (paragraph 27-5). 14, or 19), or walking beams (11) and spacer (safety
washer) next to rod end (Detail C). Adjustable rod end
27-82. ELEVATOR CONTROL LINKAGE — of control tube (18) is to be positioned forward and
INSTALLATION connected to walking beam.
1. Install bellcrank (3, Figure 27-18) using bolt with

b. Torque nut 30 to 40 inch-pounds (3.39 to 4.52
standard washer under head and AN970-4 washer
Nm) and install cotter pin.
under nut against bellcrank. Torque nut 60 to 85 (6.78
to 9.60 Nm) and install cotter pin.
7. Install control tube (20), as follows:
2. Install bellcrank (14), as follows:
a. Position control tube (20) with clevis end aft.
a. Position floating bushing in support tang.
b. Attach control tube (20) to bellcrank (19) with
b. Install bellcrank (14) in support using bolt with
washer next to bellcrank and spacer (safety washer)
washer under head and under nut. Torque nut 30 to 40
next to rod end and nut (Detail C). Torque nut 30 to 40
inch-pounds (3.39 to 4.52 Nm) and install cotter pin.
inch-pounds (3.39 to 4.52 Nm) and install cotter pin.
3. Install walking beam (11) using bolt with washer
under head and under nut. Torque nut 30 to 40 c. Attach clevis end of control tube (20) to
inch-pounds (3.39 to 4.52 Nm) and install cotter pin. elevator horn (15) using bolt with washer under head
and under nut. Torque nut 30 to 40 inch-pounds (3.39
4. Install bellcrank (19) using bolt with washer under to 4.52 Nm) and install cotter pin.
head and under nut. Torque nut 30 to 40 inch-pounds
(3.39 to 4.52 Nm) and install cotter pin. 8. Check elevator control rigging (paragraph 27-57).
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CHAPTER 27 — FLIGHT CONTROL SYSTEMS

Paragraph Chapter/Section Page

27-1 Flight Controls................................................................................ 27-00-00 3

COLLECTIVE PITCH CONTROL SYSTEM

27-6 Collective Pitch Controls ................................................................ 27-00-00 8

CYCLIC CONTROL SYSTEM

27-25 Cyclic Controls ............................................................................... 27-00-00 19

TABLE OF CONTENTS (CONT)

Paragraph Chapter/Section Page

27-36 Installation — Cyclic Yoke and Mixing Lever............................ 27-00-00 28

ANTITORQUE CONTROL SYSTEM

27-41 Tail Rotor Controls ......................................................................... 27-00-00 31

27-56 Elevator Controls ........................................................................... 27-00-00 49

TABLE OF CONTENTS (CONT)

Paragraph Chapter/Section Page

27-78 Slat Assembly — Installation ............................................ 27-00-00 61 I

27-1 Control Tubes and Collective Link Damage Limits ............................................. 5

27-1 Flight Control Brearings Wear Limit .................................................................... 4

C-423 Abrasive Cloth or

Table 27-1. Flight Control Bearings — Wear Limits

NOMENCLATURE RADIAL AXIAL

COLLECTIVE, CYCLIC, ANTI-TORQUE, AND

Elevator Hinge Bushings 0.006 inch (0.15 mm)

BELLCRANKS, LEVERS, SUPPORTS, AND

TAIL ROTOR BLADE

27-4. BELLCRANKS, LEVERS, SUPPORTS, Refer to BHT-ALL-SPM for specifications.

must not exceed 0.020 inch (0.51 mm) in depth.

2. Inspect the bearings for axial and radial wear. If

TYPICAL CONTROL LINK ASSY

DAMAGE AREA REPAIR ZONES

MECHANICAL DAMAGE 0.005 In. 0.005 In. 0.010 In.

CORROSION DAMAGE 0.0025 In. 0.0025 In. 0.005 In.

NUMBER OF REPAIRS One Per Lug 2 Per Zone N.C.

EDGE CHAMFER 0.020 In. 0.020 In. 0.040 In.

13ORE DAMAGE 0.002 For 1 /4

206-001-558 LINK ASSEMBLY

DAMAGE LOCATION SYMBOLS

TYPE OF DAMAGE MAXIMUM DAMAGE AND REPAIR DEPTH

MECHANICAL 0.005 in. 0.010 in.

CORROSION 0.005 in. 0.010 in.

MAXIMUM AREA PER 0.05 sq. in. 0.25 sq. in.

NUMBER OF REPAIRS One per One per

EDGE CHAMFER 0.020 in. 0.040 in.

COLLECTIVE PITCH CONTROL SYSTEM

I 27-1B, 206L1 Engine Upgrade or Figure 27-1C,

NOTE NUMBER NOMENCLATURE

2. If rotor overspeeds beyond the rotor RPM NOTE

I Engine Upgrade or Figure 27-1C, 206L1+ IGW

I 206L1 Engine Upgrade and Figure 27-1C,

MAXIMUM OF 1.0 INCH EXPOSED

-20 -10 0 10 20 30 40 50 90 92 94 96 98 100 102 104 106 108

will change autorotation RPM about 3% NR. ~ V / j io/f ~ 0

equally. If RPM is high, lengthen both pitch links equally. a. I I

• AUTOROTATION RPM LIMITATION 14000----------------

• ONE FULL TURN OF THE COARSE THREADED

108 I 106 104 102 100 98 96 94

Figure 27-2. Collective pitch control (Sheet 1 of 3)

2.12 ±0.03 IN. (HIGH COLLECTIVE)

1.95 ±0.03 IN. (LOW COLLECTIVE)

Figure 27-2. Collective Pitch Control (Sheet 2 of 3)

STOP SURFACE ON BELLCRANK

STOP BOLT IN BELLCRANK TO