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AD FAA-2026-11786

Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Helicopters Deutschland GmbH (AHD) Helicopters

Summary

The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all Airbus Helicopters Deutschland GmbH (AHD) Model EC135P1, EC135P2, EC135P2+, EC135P3, EC135T1, EC135T2, EC135T2+, EC135T3, and EC635T2+ helicopters. This AD was prompted by a determination that in cases of loss of oil from the main gearbox (MGB), the low pressure caution or warning light might not activate. This AD requires revising the existing rotorcraft flight manual (RFM) for the helicopter by incorporating updated emergency, malfunction, and normal procedures. The FAA is issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.

Directive Details

AD Number

FAA-2026-11786

Document Number

2026-19757

Type

Rule

Publication Date

September 28, 2026

Effective Date

October 13, 2026

Comments Close

November 12, 2026

Affected Manufacturer

Airbus Helicopters Deutschland GmbH (AHD)

Criticality

critical

Emergency

Yes

Docket ID

Docket No. FAA-2026-11786

Topics

Air transportationAircraftAviation safetyIncorporation by referenceSafety

Official Documents

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