EASA Regulations for Leonardo A119

16 airworthiness directives and regulations affecting Leonardo A119.

EASA AD 2026-0045

Rotors Flight Control — Collective Stick Torque Tube Assembly — Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2026-0045 is an airworthiness directive addressing the collective stick torque tube assembly on Leonardo S.p.A. A119 and AW119MKII helicopters. It mandates inspections and replacement of affected collective stick torque tube assemblies with part number 109-0011-03-105 to ensure continued safe operation of these helicopter models.

Mar 4, 2026
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EASA AD 2023-0210

Electrical Power — Battery — Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0210 is an official regulatory document addressing electrical power system safety on Leonardo S.p.A. A119 and AW119MKII helicopters. It mandates the installation of a battery discharge detection system and updates to the Rotorcraft Flight Manual to enhance detection of battery discharge conditions and alert flight crews accordingly.

Nov 27, 2023
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EASA AD 2023-0035

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2026-0045

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0035 is issued for Leonardo S.p.A. A119 and AW119MKII helicopters up to serial number 14999 inclusive. It addresses inspection and replacement requirements for the collective stick torque tube assemblies with part number 109-0011-03-105 due to manufacturing defects causing abnormal rotations. The directive mandates repetitive inspections and corrective actions to ensure continued safe operation.

Feb 10, 2023
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EASA AD 2022-0148

Electrical Power — Starter-Generator Drive Shaft — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0148 is an official regulatory document addressing the inspection of the starter-generator drive shaft on Leonardo S.p.A. A119 and AW119MKII helicopters. It mandates a one-time inspection of specific starter-generator parts with part numbers 200SGL129Q-1 and 200SGL129Q-2 to detect potential drive shaft cracks that could lead to electrical failures. The directive also includes requirements for reporting inspection results and following improved removal and installation procedures.

Jul 14, 2022
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EASA AD 2022-0037

[Correction] Main Rotor System — Main Rotor Rotating Scissor Assembly — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0037 is a safety directive affecting Leonardo S.p.A. helicopters including models A109E, A109LUH, A109S, AW109SP, A119, and AW119MKII. It mandates inspections of the main rotor rotating scissor assembly components to detect excessive axial play and potential ball bearing dislodgement. The directive provides detailed inspection and corrective action procedures to ensure continued airworthiness of these helicopter models.

Mar 15, 2022
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EASA AD 2021-0096

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2023-0035

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0096 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Leonardo S.p.A. A119 and AW119MKII helicopters. It addresses inspection and replacement requirements for certain collective stick torque tube assemblies identified by specific batch numbers to ensure continued safe operation.

Mar 31, 2021
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EASA AD 2021-0065

Electrical Power — Wiring Protection — Modification

Electrical Power — Wiring Protection — Modification is a regulatory document concerning Leonardo S.p.A. Helicopters models A109 and A119. It addresses modifications related to the electrical power wiring protection systems on these specific helicopter types. The document aims to ensure continued airworthiness and safety by updating wiring protection standards.

Mar 8, 2021
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EASA AD 2020-0206

Tail Rotor Drive — Gearbox Output Shaft — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0206 is an airworthiness directive addressing the inspection of the tail rotor gearbox (TGB) output shaft on Leonardo S.p.A. A119 and AW119MKII helicopters. It mandates inspections of specific 90° TGB shafts, part number 109-0443-03-107, due to reported corrosion issues that could lead to tail rotor failure and reduced helicopter control. The directive updates previous requirements and expands the list of affected parts.

Sep 30, 2020
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EASA AD 2020-0142

Tail Rotor Drive — Slider Assembly Pitch Control — Inspection / Replacement

The document titled 'Tail Rotor Drive — Slider Assembly Pitch Control — Inspection / Replacement' is an airworthiness directive applicable to LEONARDO S.p.A. HELICOPTERS models A109 and A119. It addresses inspection and replacement procedures for the tail rotor drive slider assembly pitch control components to ensure continued airworthiness and safety. The directive provides guidance on maintaining the integrity of these critical helicopter parts.

Jun 25, 2020
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EASA AD 2020-0128

Tail Rotor — Tail Rotor Duplex Bearing and Plug — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0128 is an airworthiness directive addressing inspection requirements for the tail rotor duplex bearing and plug on Leonardo S.p.A. A119 and AW119MKII helicopters. It applies to helicopters with manufacturer serial numbers up to 14972, excluding certain serial numbers, and focuses on inspecting and correcting issues related to the tail rotor pitch change mechanism components.

Jun 4, 2020
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EASA AD 2019-0194-E

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2020-0128

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0194-E is an emergency directive addressing safety concerns for Leonardo S.p.A. A119 and AW119MKII helicopters, specifically those with manufacturer serial numbers up to 14966, excluding certain serial numbers. The directive mandates inspections and corrective actions related to the tail rotor duplex bearing and plug to prevent potential loss of helicopter control.

Aug 9, 2019
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EASA AD 2019-0057

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2021-0096

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0057 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency concerning Leonardo S.p.A. A119 and AW119MKII helicopters. It addresses the inspection and replacement of collective stick torque tube assemblies, specifically part number 109-0011-03-105 from certain batch numbers, due to a manufacturing defect that could affect helicopter controllability.

Mar 20, 2019
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EASA AD 2018-0280

Rotors Flight Control — Mixing Control System Rigid Connecting Link — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0280 is an airworthiness directive addressing the inspection of the mixing control system rigid connecting links on Leonardo S.p.A. A109 and A119 helicopter models, including variants such as A109A, A109E, AW109SP, and AW119MKII. The directive mandates a one-time visual inspection of specific rigid connecting links with part numbers 109-0032-01-13, 109-0032-01-17, and 109-0032-01-29 for damage, cracking, or play.

Dec 17, 2018
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EASA AD 2018-0205

Main Rotor — Floating Ring Assembly — Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0205 is an airworthiness directive addressing the inspection and replacement of the main rotor floating ring assembly on Leonardo S.p.A. A109 and A119 helicopter models, including variants A109E, A109S, A109LUH, AW109SP, AW119MKII, and A119. The directive targets specific floating ring assemblies with certain part and serial numbers due to potential defects.

Sep 14, 2018
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EASA AD 2018-0156

SUPERSEDED BY EASA AD 2020-0206

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0156 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Aviation Safety Agency concerning Leonardo S.p.A. A119 and AW119MKII helicopters. It addresses corrosion issues found on the 90° tail rotor gearbox output shaft, specifically parts with part numbers 109-0440-06-101 and 109-0440-06-105. The directive mandates inspections and possible replacement of affected tail rotor gearboxes to ensure continued airworthiness.

Jul 24, 2018
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EASA AD 2018-0124

Aircraft Flight Manual - Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0124 is an amendment addressing safety concerns for Leonardo S.p.A. A119 and AW119MKII helicopters equipped with certain Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6B engine Fuel Control Units (FCU). The directive mandates updates to the Aircraft Flight Manual and installation of cockpit placards to prohibit intentional autorotation for helicopters with affected FCUs.

Jun 5, 2018
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