Business · 04/06/2026
FAA Adopts New Airworthiness Directive for Airbus Helicopters Deutschland GmbH MBB-BK 117 D-3 Helicopters
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has adopted a new airworthiness directive (AD) for Airbus Helicopters Deutschland GmbH's (AHD) MBB-BK 117 D-3 helicopters, following a report of excessive vibrations caused by incorrect installation of the angular ball bearing in the control ring assembly. The AD requires a one-time inspection and may necessitate corrective actions, depending on the inspection results.