AD 2026-13-04: Airbus Helicopters

What the FAA requires

The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all Airbus Helicopters Model H160-B helicopters modified by Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) SR00223IB. This AD was prompted by a report that several self-locking nuts of the window jettisoning system could be loosened by hand due to a non-conformity in the cable kit. This AD requires modifying an affected window into a serviceable window. This AD also prohibits installing an affected window or an affected door on any helicopter modified with STC SR00223IB. The FAA is issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.

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Applicability

This AD applies to Airbus Helicopters Model H160-B helicopters, certificated in any category, modified by Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) SR00223IB having a date of issuance of the original airworthiness certificate or date of issuance of the original export certificate of airworthiness on or before October 3, 2024. (d) Subject Joint Aircraft System Component (JASC) Code 5630, Door windows. (e) Unsafe Condition This AD was prompted by a report that several self-locking nuts of the window jettisoning system could be loosened by hand due to a non-conformity in the cable kit. The FAA is issuing this AD to prevent failure of the jettisoning function of the window. The unsafe condition, if no

Part numbers this directive names

This directive does not name specific part numbers in its text; it applies by aircraft model. See the applicability above and the manufacturer's service bulletin it references.