airworthiness · Rule · Final rule. · Published 2026-07-06 · Effective 2026-08-10 · 91 FR 40865
Document
Document number
2026-13540
Federal Register citation
91 FR 40865
Type
Rule
Action
Final rule.
Category
airworthiness
Manufacturer
Airbus
Publication date
2026-07-06
Effective date
2026-08-10
FAA docket
Docket No. FAA-2026-3482
Abstract
The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Airbus Helicopters Model H160-B helicopters. This AD was prompted by reports of missing retaining rings on the hinge pins installed on the jettisonable window systems. This AD requires inspecting for missing retaining rings on all the hinge pins installed on the jettisonable window systems and, depending on findings, installing retaining rings found missing. The FAA is issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.