🚁New FAA Airworthiness Directive for Leonardo S.p.A. Helicopters
Airworthiness Directives; Leonardo S.p.A. Helicopters
Summary
The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all Leonardo S.p.A. Model A119 and AW119 MKII helicopters. This AD was prompted by a report of an electrical failure of the starter-generator, due to a rupture of the drive shaft, which resulted in a partial loss of battery power. This AD requires installing a battery discharge detector and revising the existing Rotorcraft Flight Manual (RFM) for the helicopter. These actions are specified in a European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) AD, which is incorporated by reference. The FAA is issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.
Agencies
- Transportation Department
- Federal Aviation Administration
Business Impact
$$$ - High
The regulation requires compliance with a new airworthiness directive (AD) impacting Leonardo S.p.A. helicopters, mandating the installation of a battery discharge detector and revisions to the Rotorcraft Flight Manual. These requirements impose direct financial and operational costs on businesses operating these aircraft, highlighting significant regulatory compliance implications.