AD 2026-01-51
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Airbus | Helicopters Model H160-B | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Helicopters |
Unsafe Condition
Rupture of the main rotor pitch rod, specifically the failure of the main rotor lower pitch rod end bearing part numbers U623A30T1002 and U623A30T1006 (manufacturer P/N 12-14043P and 12-14631P), and main rotor upper pitch rod end bearing part numbers U623A30T1001 and U623A30T1005 (manufacturer P/N 12-14042P and 12-14630P).
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Required Actions
Replace the upper and lower pitch rod end bearings on the pitch rods of the main rotor with new pitch rod end bearings. Report information after accomplishing the replacement. Prohibit installing any affected main rotor lower and upper pitch rod end bearings on any helicopter, unless they are serviceable parts.
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Compliance Time
Before further flight
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Affected Aircraft
All Airbus Helicopters Model H160-B helicopters.
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Source: Official FAA Source ↗
Retrieved: Apr 4, 2026
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