EASA Regulations for Airbus Helicopters H160-B

11 airworthiness directives and regulations affecting Airbus Helicopters H160-B.

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EASA AD 2026-0198

Oct 19, 2026

Doors – Emergency Exit Rope on the Jettisonable Window Systems – Cleaning

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2026-0198 is an airworthiness directive addressing the emergency exit rope on the jettisonable window systems installed on Airbus Helicopters H160-B models modified with Mecaer Aviation Group Supplemental Type Certificate 10080809. It mandates cleaning and functional testing of the electrochromic window jettison ropes to ensure proper operation. The directive targets all serial numbers of the H160-B helicopters modified up to Revision 2 of the STC.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus Helicopters H160B

EASA AD 2026-0196

Oct 13, 2026

Equipment / Furnishings – System Interface Unit – Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2026-0196 is issued for Airbus Helicopters H160-B models concerning the replacement of the System Interface Unit (SIU) Part Number 704A45751326. This directive addresses a discrepancy in the overhaul timing of the SIU, which is critical for beacon deployment in emergencies. The AD mandates replacement of affected SIUs to ensure continued airworthiness and safety.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus Helicopters H160B

EASA AD 2026-0184

Sep 22, 2026

Rotorcraft Flight Manual – Limitations Section – Amendment System Integration and Display – Software – Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2026-0184 is an amendment addressing Airbus Helicopters H160-B models with specific serial numbers. It mandates updates to the Rotorcraft Flight Manual (RFM) limitations section and requires a software modification to the HELIONIX system to enhance flight safety during one engine inoperative conditions. This directive supersedes a previous AD and introduces new software and operational limitations.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus Helicopters H160B

EASA AD 2026-0116

Jun 15, 2026

Doors – Emergency Exit Rope on the Jettisonable Window Systems – Cleaning

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2026-0116 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus Helicopters H160-B models. It addresses the cleaning and operational testing of the emergency exit rope on the jettisonable window systems to ensure proper functionality. The directive mandates maintenance actions to prevent blockage of the window jettison mechanism caused by contamination on the ropes.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus Helicopters H160B

EASA AD 2026-0104

Jun 8, 2026

Rotorcraft Flight Manual – Limitations Section – Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2026-0104 is an amendment to the Rotorcraft Flight Manual – Limitations Section for Airbus Helicopters H160-B models. It addresses a safety issue identified during HELIONIX software development flight tests related to the Automatic Flight Control System's Assisted Take-Off mode under One Engine Inoperative conditions. The directive mandates changes to the flight manual to enhance pilot limitations and ensure safe operation.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Airbus Helicopters H160B

EASA AD 2024-0206-E

Oct 22, 2024

Main Rotor – Rotating Scissors Spherical Bearings – Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0206-E is an emergency directive addressing Airbus Helicopters H160-B models. It mandates a one-time inspection of the main rotor rotating scissors spherical bearings, part number U623A40T1007, to detect excessive axial play that could compromise helicopter control. The directive applies to all serial numbers of the H160-B helicopter.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Airbus Helicopters H160B

EASA AD 2023-0222-E

Dec 22, 2023

Main Rotor – Swashplate bearing – Inspections

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0222-E is an emergency directive addressing Airbus Helicopters H160-B models. It mandates inspections and monitoring of the swashplate bearing, specifically those with Part Number U623A20T1001, due to premature degradation risks. The directive includes requirements for vibration health monitoring, grease identification, and corrective actions to prevent potential control loss of the helicopter.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Airbus Helicopters H160B

EASA AD 2023-0139

Jul 13, 2023

Rotorcraft Flight Manual — Amendment / System Integration and Display — Software — Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0139 is an amendment addressing Airbus Helicopters H160-B models with specific serial numbers. It mandates modifications to the rotorcraft flight manual and avionics software to enhance system integration and display reliability. The directive targets software updates and operational checks to mitigate risks associated with Multi-Function Display failures.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus Helicopters H160B

EASA AD 2022-0143

Jul 8, 2022

Integrated Modular Avionics – Ethernet Network – Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0143 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Airbus Helicopters Deutschland GmbH EC135, EC635, MBB-BK117, Airbus Helicopters EC 175 B, and H160-B helicopters. The directive addresses design deficiencies in the Integrated Modular Avionics Ethernet network that have caused multiple Multi-Function Display failures. It mandates inspections and corrective actions to ensure continued safe operation of these helicopter models.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Airbus Helicopters EC175
  • Airbus Helicopters H160B
  • Airbus Helicopters EC135
  • Airbus Helicopters 635
  • Airbus Helicopters MBB-BK 117
  • Airbus Helicopters EC635
  • MBB-BK117
  • Airbus Helicopters EC175 B