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
Official Documents
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