Summary
The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all Leonardo S.p.A. Model AB139 and AW139 helicopters. This 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 AD requires replacing certain life raft inflation systems and prohibits installing an affected life raft inflation system on any helicopter. The FAA is issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.
Directive Details
AD Number
FAA-2026-0017
Document Number
2026-09520
Type
Rule
Publication Date
May 13, 2026
Effective Date
June 17, 2026
Affected Manufacturer
Leonardo S.p.A.
Criticality
routine
Emergency
No
Docket ID
Docket No. FAA-2026-0017
Official Documents
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