Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Helicopters
April 15, 2026 6:10am
The FAA proposes to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Airbus Helicopters Model AS350B, AS350BA, AS350B1, AS350B2, AS350B3, AS350D, AS355E, AS...
The FAA proposes to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Airbus Helicopters Model AS350B, AS350BA, AS350B1, AS350B2, AS350B3, AS350D, AS355E, AS355F, AS355F1, AS355F2, AS355N, AS355NP, EC120B, and EC130B4 helicopters. This proposed AD was prompted by a determination that the instructions on how to open the sliding door emergency exit on affected helicopters are insufficient.
5-Second Takeaway
The FAA proposes to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Airbus Helicopters Model AS350B, AS350BA, AS350B1, AS350B2, AS350B3, AS350D, AS355E, AS355F, AS355F1, AS355F2, AS355N, AS355NP, EC120B, and EC130B4 helicopters.
Why This Matters
This proposed AD was prompted by a determination that the instructions on how to open the sliding door emergency exit on affected helicopters are insufficient.
What Changed
- This proposed AD would require installing additional safety labels.
- The FAA is proposing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.
- The official abstract outlines the main policy action and its scope.
- The summary describes who is affected and the expected compliance path.
- The notice explains timing and implementation details for the change.
- Federal Register document: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/04/15/2026-07334/airworthiness-directives-airbus-helicopters
- Federal Register home: https://www.federalregister.gov/
Key Facts
- This proposed AD would require installing additional safety labels.
- The FAA is proposing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.
- The official abstract outlines the main policy action and its scope.
- The summary describes who is affected and the expected compliance path.
Key Numbers
- Federal Register document: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/04/15/2026-07334/airworthiness-directives-airbus-helicopters