AD 2026-08-51
Effective 05/14/2026 · Published 04/29/2026
Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Helicopters Deutschland GmbH (AHD) Helicopters
Summary
The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all Airbus Helicopters Deutschland GmbH (AHD) Helicopters Model MBB-BK 117 D-3 helicopters. The FAA previously sent this AD as an emergency AD to all known U.S. owners and operators of these helicopters. This AD was prompted by a report of a crack on the affected part, which was detected after the crew reported increased vibration of the helicopter. This AD…