Regulation & law · 02/12/2022Updated: 10/17/2026 · 1 min read

FAA Adopts New Airworthiness Directive for Airbus Helicopters Model SA330J Helicopters

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has adopted a new airworthiness directive (AD) for Airbus Helicopters Model SA330J helicopters to address an unsafe condition caused by a loose rivet, which can lead to restricted movement of the collective lever. The directive requires replacing the affected part with self-adhesive tape to mitigate the risk.