airworthiness · Rule · Final rule. · Published 2026-05-13 · Effective 2026-06-17 · 91 FR 26897
Document
Document number
2026-09520
Federal Register citation
91 FR 26897
Type
Rule
Action
Final rule.
Category
airworthiness
Manufacturer
Leonardo S.p.A.
Publication date
2026-05-13
Effective date
2026-06-17
FAA docket
Docket No. FAA-2026-0017
Abstract
The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all Leonardo S.p.A. Model AB139 and AW139 helicopters. This AD was prompted by reports of a damaged spare inflation system of a certain life raft kit due to the inappropriate shipment of the parts. This AD requires replacing certain life raft inflation systems and prohibits installing an affected life raft inflation system on any helicopter. The FAA is issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.