Summary
The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Airbus Helicopters Model H160-B helicopters. This AD was prompted by reports of missing retaining rings on the hinge pins installed on the jettisonable window systems. This AD requires inspecting for missing retaining rings on all the hinge pins installed on the jettisonable window systems and, depending on findings, installing retaining rings found missing. The FAA is issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.
Directive Details
AD Number
FAA-2026-3482
Document Number
2026-13540
Type
Rule
Publication Date
July 6, 2026
Effective Date
August 10, 2026
Affected Manufacturer
Airbus
Criticality
routine
Emergency
No
Docket ID
Docket No. FAA-2026-3482
Topics
Official Documents
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