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EASA Regulations for Leonardo AW109SP

18 airworthiness directives and regulations affecting Leonardo AW109SP.

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EASA AD 2026-0168

Tail Rotor Drive – Tail Gear Box and Chip Detector – Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2026-0168 is issued for Leonardo S.p.A. A109 series helicopters and AW109SP models, addressing inspection requirements for the tail rotor drive's tail gear box (TGB) and chip detector. This directive applies to all serial numbers of the affected helicopter models equipped with specific Turbomecanica-manufactured TGB case assemblies. The AD mandates repetitive inspections, cleaning, and operational tests to detect abnormal wear and prevent potential failure of the tail gear box.

Airworthiness Directive

Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters A109
Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters A119
Leonardo A109
Leonardo AW109SP

EASA PAD 26-088

Tail Rotor Drive – Tail Gear Box and Chip Detector – Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive Proposal 26-088 is a regulatory document addressing inspection requirements for the tail rotor drive tail gear box (TGB) and chip detector on Leonardo S.p.A. helicopters, specifically models A109AII, A109C, A109E, A109K2, A109LUH, A109S, and AW109SP. The directive targets TGB assemblies with part number 109-0442-01 manufactured by Turbomecanica, requiring repetitive inspections to detect abnormal wear. This directive aims to ensure continued airworthiness and safety of the affected helicopter models.

Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters A109
Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters A119
Leonardo A109AII
Leonardo A109C
Leonardo A109E
Leonardo A109K2
Leonardo A109LUH
Leonardo A109S
Leonardo AW109SP

EASA AD 2026-0115

Stabilizers – Torque Tube Assembly – Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2026-0115 is issued for Leonardo S.p.A. A109 series helicopters including A109A, A109AII, A109C, A109E, A109K2, A109LUH, A109S, and AW109SP models. It mandates inspections of the horizontal stabilizer torque tube assembly to detect debonding issues that could lead to cracks and potential loss of the horizontal stabilizer. The directive applies to specific part numbers and serial numbers of torque tube assemblies as detailed in the document.

Airworthiness Directive

Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters A109
Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters A119
Leonardo A109A
Leonardo A109AII
Leonardo A109C
Leonardo A109E
Leonardo A109K2
Leonardo A109LUH
Leonardo A109S
Leonardo AW109SP

EASA AD 2023-0159

Main Rotor — Main Rotor Blade Tip Caps — Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0159 is an airworthiness directive addressing the inspection and replacement of main rotor blade tip caps on Leonardo S.p.A. A109 series helicopters, including A109C, A109E, A109S, and AW109SP models. The directive targets specific main rotor blade assemblies identified by part and serial numbers that may have tip caps improperly installed, risking detachment during flight.

Airworthiness Directive

Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters A109
Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters A119
Leonardo A109
Leonardo AW109SP

EASA AD 2023-0105

Tail Rotor — Tail Rotor Duplex Bearing Housing and Slider Group Assembly — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0105 is an airworthiness directive addressing the tail rotor duplex bearing housing and slider group assembly on Leonardo S.p.A. A109C, A109E, A109K2, A109LUH, A109S, and AW109SP helicopters. It applies to all serial numbers of these helicopter models and focuses on specific tail rotor parts identified by part numbers 109-0130-94-XXX and 109-0130-91-XXX. The directive mandates replacement and updated assembly procedures to ensure continued airworthiness.

Airworthiness Directive

Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters A109
Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters A119
Leonardo A109C
Leonardo A109E
Leonardo A109K2
Leonardo A109LUH
Leonardo A109S
Leonardo AW109SP

EASA AD US-2023-01-02

Equipment / Furnishings - Float Assemblies - Repair / Replacement

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2023-01-02 addresses certain Leonardo S.p.a. Model A109 series helicopters and AW109SP helicopters modified by Supplemental Type Certificate SR01812LA with DART Aerospace 634.4100 Kit Series float assemblies. This directive mandates repair or replacement of specific float assemblies due to a faulty plunger assembly that can prevent float deployment. The AD aims to ensure safe emergency water landings by correcting this unsafe condition.

Airworthiness Directive

Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters A109
Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters A119
Leonardo A109
Leonardo AW109SP

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.

Airworthiness Directive

Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters A109
Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters A119
Leonardo A109E
Leonardo A109LUH
Leonardo A109S
Leonardo AW109SP
Leonardo A119
Leonardo AW119MKII

EASA AD 2021-0255

[Correction] Rotors Flight Control — Control Rods and Levers — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0255 is a safety directive addressing inspection requirements for control rods and levers in the rotors flight control system of Leonardo S.p.A. A109S helicopters equipped with TREKKER KIT (serial numbers 22735, 22736, 22737) and AW109SP helicopters (serial numbers 22407, 22408, 22409, 22412, 22414 to 22427, and 22429). The directive mandates inspection for foreign objects that could impede flight control movement.

Airworthiness Directive

Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters A109
Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters A119
Leonardo A109S
Leonardo AW109SP

EASA AD 2021-0179

Equipment / Furnishings — Hoist Support Assembly — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0179 is an airworthiness directive affecting Leonardo S.p.A. AW109SP helicopters. It mandates inspections of Goodrich hoist support assemblies, part number 109-0705V04-301, due to reported corrosion issues that could compromise structural integrity and safety during hoist operations.

Airworthiness Directive

Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters A109
Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters A119
Leonardo AW109SP

EASA AD 2021-0144

Tail Rotor — Shaft Assembly — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0144 is an airworthiness directive addressing the inspection of tail rotor shaft assemblies on Leonardo S.p.A. A109 series helicopters, including models A109C, A109K2, A109E, A109S, and AW109SP. The directive mandates inspections and measurements of specific tail rotor sleeve assemblies and related components to detect cracks and prevent potential failure of the tail rotor mast.

Airworthiness Directive

Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters A109
Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters A119
Leonardo A109C
Leonardo A109K2
Leonardo A109E
Leonardo A109S
Leonardo AW109SP

EASA AD 2016-0261R1

Fire Protection — Fire Extinguisher Bottles — Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2016-0261R1 is a regulatory update addressing fire extinguisher bottles installed on Leonardo S.p.A. A109LUH, A109E, A109S, and AW109SP helicopters. The directive mandates inspections and potential replacement of fire extinguisher bottles Part Number 27300-1 due to a risk of fractured bypass outlet assemblies that could impair fire suppression capability in the engine area.

Airworthiness Directive

Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters A109
Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters A119
Leonardo A109LUH
Leonardo A109E
Leonardo A109S
Leonardo AW109SP

EASA AD 2019-0294

Stabilizers — Vertical Fin Vibration Absorber — Inspection / Removal

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0294 is an official regulatory document addressing the inspection and removal of the vertical fin vibration absorber on Leonardo S.p.A. A109S and AW109SP helicopters. It mandates inspections and corrective actions to address cracks and damage found on the vertical fin vibration absorber and surrounding structure. This directive applies to all serial numbers of the affected helicopter models and aims to ensure continued airworthiness and structural integrity.

Airworthiness Directive

Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters A109
Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters A119
Leonardo A109S
Leonardo AW109SP

EASA AD 2019-0213

Hydraulic Power - Hydraulic Pumps - Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0213 is an official regulatory document addressing hydraulic pumps installed on Leonardo S.p.A. AW109SP helicopters. It mandates inspection and replacement of specific hydraulic pumps with Part Number 109-0760-42-103, which are not eligible for installation, to ensure continued airworthiness and safety of the helicopters.

Airworthiness Directive

Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters A109
Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters A119
Leonardo AW109SP

EASA AD 2019-0182

Landing Gear — Enhanced Main Landing Gear Strut Assembly — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0182 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency concerning Leonardo S.p.A. A109 helicopters, specifically the A109E, A109LUH, A109S, and AW109SP models. It addresses inspection requirements for the enhanced main landing gear strut assemblies with certain part numbers and serial numbers due to reported failures. The directive mandates repetitive inspections and corrosion prevention measures to ensure continued airworthiness.

Airworthiness Directive

Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters A109
Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters A119
Leonardo A109E
Leonardo A109LUH
Leonardo A109S
Leonardo AW109SP

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.

Airworthiness Directive

Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters A109
Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters A119
Leonardo A109
Leonardo A119
Leonardo A109E
Leonardo A109S
Leonardo A109LUH
Leonardo AW109SP
Leonardo AW119MKII

EASA AD 2018-0149-E

Electrical Power — Electrical Cables — Inspection / Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0149-E is an emergency directive addressing electrical cable inspection and modification requirements for Leonardo S.p.A. A109S and AW109SP helicopters. It targets specific serial numbers of these helicopter models due to fire incidents caused by chafing electrical wiring in the baggage compartment. The directive mandates inspections, modifications, and operational limitations to prevent fire hazards.

Airworthiness Directive

Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters A109
Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters A119
Leonardo A109S
Leonardo AW109SP

EASA AD 2018-0120-E

Fuselage – Baggage Fairings – Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0120-E is an emergency directive affecting Leonardo S.p.A. A109S and AW109SP helicopters. It addresses a safety issue related to wire chafing that could cause fire and smoke in the baggage compartment, posing a risk of loss of control. The directive mandates modifications to the baggage fairing assembly and temporary operational restrictions until the modification is completed.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded

Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters A109
Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters A119
Leonardo A109S
Leonardo AW109SP

EASA AD 2018-0053-E

Main Rotor — Swashplate Support — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0053-E is an emergency directive addressing the replacement of the main rotor swashplate support on Leonardo S.p.A. AW109SP helicopters. It targets swashplate supports with Part Number 109-0110-05-101, which are not eligible for installation on these helicopters. The directive mandates corrective action to ensure continued airworthiness and safety.

Airworthiness Directive

Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters A109
Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters A119
Leonardo AW109SP