Summary
The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Airbus Helicopters Model AS350B, AS350BA, AS350B1, AS350B2, AS350B3, AS350D, AS355E, AS355F, AS355F1, AS355F2, AS355N, AS355NP, EC120B, and EC130B4 helicopters. This AD was prompted by a determination that the instructions on how to open the sliding door emergency exit on affected helicopters are insufficient. This AD requires installing additional safety labels or replacing existing safety labels, as applicable. The FAA is issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.
Directive Details
AD Number
FAA-2026-3487
Document Number
2026-20103
Type
Rule
Publication Date
October 1, 2026
Effective Date
November 5, 2026
Affected Manufacturer
Airbus
Criticality
critical
Emergency
Yes
Docket ID
Docket No. FAA-2026-3487
Topics
Official Documents
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