AD 2026-04-07

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Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Helicopters

AD Number
2026-04-07
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
aircraft
Docket
Docket No. FAA-2025-5036
FR Citation
91 FR 10309

Applicability

TypeManufacturerModelDetails
aircraft Airbus Helicopters Model EC120B Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Helicopters

Unsafe Condition

The incorrect positioning of the bonding braid on the socket of the pilot cyclic stick, which limited full movement of the pilot cyclic stick during flight.

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Required Actions

Inspect the position of the bonding braid on the socket of the pilot cyclic stick and, depending on the results, correct the positioning of the bonding braid and install a binding clamp.

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Compliance Time

Within 72 helicopters of the U.S. registry.

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Affected Aircraft

Airbus Helicopters EC120B helicopters, certificated in any category.

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Source: Official FAA Source ↗

Retrieved: Apr 4, 2026

Rights: U.S. Government Public Domain

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