Summary
The FAA proposes to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all Leonardo S.p.A. Model AB139 and AW139 helicopters. This proposed AD was prompted by reports of a damaged spare inflation system of a certain life raft kit due to the inappropriate shipment of the parts. This proposed AD would require replacing certain life raft inflation systems and would prohibit the installation of an affected life raft inflation system on any helicopter. The FAA is proposing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.
Directive Details
AD Number
FAA-2026-0017
Document Number
2026-01049
Type
Proposed Rule
Publication Date
January 21, 2026
Comments Close
March 9, 2026
Affected Manufacturer
Leonardo S.p.A.
Criticality
routine
Emergency
No
Docket ID
Docket No. FAA-2026-0017
Topics
Official Documents
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