Robinson R44 – Blade Spindle Bearing Boot Leaking

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R44 helicopter spindle bearing boot leaking

Fluid leaking out of the blade spindle bearing boot.

Maintenance Notes

Outcome: Grounded

Leak sourced to inner boot seal – ended up having to take off the blade and replace the entire boot.  

These notes reflect reported observations at the time of submission and are provided for educational purposes only. They are not a determination of airworthiness and do not constitute maintenance or regulatory advice.

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