AD 2025-13-05
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Airbus | Helicopters Model H160-B | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Helicopters |
Unsafe Condition
Premature in-service degradation of the main rotor swashplate assembly bearing, which could result in failure of the swashplate bearing and consequent reduced control of the helicopter.
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Required Actions
Repetitively inspect the swashplate bearing for the presence of grease, perform operational checks, download and analyze HUMS data, perform one flight under specific conditions, inspect grease on the swashplate bearing, and apply or replace grease as necessary. Also, install certain part-numbered swashplate bearings if requirements are met.
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Compliance Time
Within 12 months of the effective date (July 17, 2025).
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Affected Aircraft
All Airbus Helicopters Model H160-B helicopters.
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Retrieved: Apr 4, 2026
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