Federal Register #2026-01-51 R1

FAA Removes Emergency Directive for Airbus Helicopters Model H160-B – No Procurement Action

This notice announces the FAA's removal of Emergency Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2026-01-51 for Airbus Helicopters Model H160-B, with no new procurement actions required. - Government Buyer: - Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of Transportation - OEMs and Vendors: - Airbus Helicopters (OEM for Model H160-B helicopters) - Products/Services Previously Required (now terminated): - Replacement of upper and lower pitch rod end bearings on main rotor pitch rods (no part numbers or quantities specified) - Reporting after replacement - Unique or Notable Requirements: - The original AD was issued due to concerns about structural failure but has been removed after Airbus Helicopters determined the issue was due to maintenance procedures, not an unsafe condition - No new products, services, or procurement actions are being requested - Additional Information: - The notice is a regulatory amendment, not a solicitation or contract opportunity - Key Locations: - FAA offices in Westbury, NY; Washington, DC; and Fort Worth, TX

Description

The FAA is removing Emergency Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2026-01-51, which applied to all Airbus Helicopters Model H160-B helicopters. The original AD required replacing the upper and lower pitch rod end bearings on the main rotor pitch rods and reporting after replacement due to concerns about structural failure. However, the manufacturer later determined the failure was caused by inadequate maintenance procedures and not an unsafe condition, leading the FAA to concur and remove the emergency AD. This removal terminates all requirements of the previous emergency AD and becomes effective April 14, 2026.

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