Summary
The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all Airbus Helicopters Model H160-B helicopters. This AD was prompted by a report of a tail rotor drive rear shaft that came into contact with its rear damper during a flight test. This AD requires repetitive visual inspections of the rear damper and, depending on the results, corrective actions. The FAA is issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.
Directive Details
AD Number
FAA-2025-5033
Document Number
2026-05100
Type
Rule
Publication Date
March 16, 2026
Effective Date
April 20, 2026
Affected Manufacturer
Airbus
Criticality
routine
Emergency
No
Docket ID
Docket No. FAA-2025-5033
Topics
Official Documents
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