AD 2026-05-08

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Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Helicopters

AD Number
2026-05-08
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
aircraft
Docket
Docket No. FAA-2026-2288
FR Citation
91 FR 10965

Applicability

TypeManufacturerModelDetails
aircraft Airbus Helicopters Model H160-B Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Helicopters

Unsafe Condition

The main rotor lower and upper pitch rod end bearings may fail, resulting in structural failure of the main rotor pitch rod with consequent loss of control of the helicopter.

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Required Actions

Inspect the upper and lower pitch rod end bearings on the pitch rods of the main rotor. Depending on the results, contact Airbus Helicopters for approved corrective actions. Report the inspection results to Airbus Helicopters within 10 days.

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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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Retrieved: Apr 4, 2026

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