AD 2025-14-04
Effective 07/30/2025 · Published 07/15/2025
Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Helicopters Deutschland GmbH Helicopters
Summary
The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all Airbus Helicopters Deutschland GmbH (AHD) Model MBB-BK 117 D-3 helicopters. This AD was prompted by a report of over-torqued swashplate bolts on helicopters in service and in production. This AD requires removal of certain swashplate bolts from service and replacement with new (never previously installed on a helicopter) bolts, a one-time inspection for…