EASA Regulations for Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AW189

45 airworthiness directives and regulations affecting Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AW189.

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EASA AD 2020-0271R1

Oct 8, 2026

Main Rotor – Swashplate Boot – Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0271R1 is an updated regulation addressing inspection requirements for the main rotor swashplate boot on Leonardo S.p.A. AB139, AW139, and AW189 helicopters. It focuses on the inspection and maintenance of the affected main rotor swashplate boot part number 3G6230V00251 and its bonded stainless steel external rings to prevent in-flight failures. The directive mandates detailed inspections and adhesive restoration to ensure continued airworthiness.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AB139
  • Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AW139
  • Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AW189
  • Leonardo AB139
  • Leonardo AW139
  • Leonardo AW189

EASA AD 2026-0192

Oct 6, 2026

Fuselage – Tail Gearbox Fitting – Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2026-0192 is an airworthiness directive addressing the inspection of the tail gearbox fitting Part Number 4F5350A04152 on Leonardo S.p.A. AW189 helicopters. It applies to all serial numbers of the AW189 and requires inspection for cracks and corrosion due to reported fatigue cracking caused by mechanical damage to the anti-corrosion coating. The directive mandates a one-time inspection and reporting to ensure continued airworthiness.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AW189
  • Leonardo AW189

EASA PAD 26-115

Sep 24, 2026

Tail Rotor – Damper Bracket – Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive PAD No. 26-115 is a proposed directive addressing the inspection of the tail rotor damper bracket Part Number 8G6420A00831 installed on Leonardo S.p.A. AW189 helicopters. It requires repetitive inspections to detect cracks or corrosion on the affected tail rotor damper bracket to ensure continued airworthiness and safety. The directive applies to all serial numbers of the AW189 helicopter model.

Proposed AD
  • Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AW189
  • Leonardo AW189

EASA AD 2026-0004

Jan 13, 2026

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks — Airworthiness Limitations Section — Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2026-0004 is an amendment concerning Leonardo AW189 helicopters equipped with General Electric CT7-2E1 or Safran Aneto-1K engines. It updates the Airworthiness Limitations Section (ALS) of the aircraft maintenance planning information to include new and more restrictive maintenance tasks and life limits. This directive ensures continued airworthiness by mandating compliance with the latest ALS revisions.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AW189

EASA AD 2025-0213

Sep 26, 2025

Power Plant — Engine Mount Fitting — Inspections / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2025-0213 is an airworthiness directive addressing inspections and replacement of engine mount fittings on Leonardo S.p.A. AW189 helicopters, specifically serial numbers 92001 to 92010. It targets corrosion issues found on the right-hand and left-hand engine external fittings, part numbers 8G5333A04351 and 8G5333A04551 respectively. The directive mandates repetitive inspections and potential replacement of these parts to ensure continued airworthiness.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AW189

EASA AD 2025-0163

Jul 30, 2025

Rotors Flight Control — Brake Pedal Assembly — Inspection

The Rotors Flight Control — Brake Pedal Assembly — Inspection document addresses inspection requirements for the brake pedal assembly on LEONARDO S.p.A. helicopters, specifically the AB139, AW139, and AW189 models. It provides guidance to ensure the continued airworthiness and safety of the rotor flight control system components related to braking.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AB139
  • Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AW139
  • Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AW189

EASA AD 2025-0147

Jul 11, 2025

Ice and Rain Protection — Air Intake Heating Electrical System — Check / Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2025-0147 is issued for Leonardo S.p.A. AW189 helicopters, addressing the ice and rain protection system specifically the air intake heating electrical system. It mandates repetitive inspections of engine air intake electrical connectors and a one-time inspection for bonding strap presence on certain helicopters to prevent potential fire hazards. This directive applies to all serial numbers of AW189 helicopters and references Leonardo Alert Service Bulletin 189-408.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AW189

EASA AD 2025-0051R1

May 7, 2025

Equipment / Furnishings — Hoist — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2025-0051R1 is a regulatory update addressing the replacement of rescue hoist assemblies on various Airbus Helicopters and Leonardo helicopter models, including the H160-B, EC 225 LP, EC 175 B, AS 332 L2, AS 365 N3, EC135, MBB-BK117, AW109SP, AB139, AW139, AW169, and AW189. The directive mandates inspections and replacement of affected hoist assemblies due to potential non-conformant overload clutch assemblies that could lead to hoist failure. This AD applies to all serial numbers of the listed helicopter models and specifies affected part numbers and serviceable part criteria.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Airbus Helicopters EC175
  • Airbus Helicopters H160
  • Airbus Helicopters SA 330
  • Airbus Helicopters AS 332
  • Airbus Helicopters EC 225
  • Airbus Helicopters SA
  • Airbus Helicopters AS 365
  • Airbus Helicopters EC 155
  • Airbus Helicopters EC135
  • Airbus Helicopters 635
  • Airbus Helicopters MBB-BK 117
  • Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters A109
  • Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters A119
  • Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AB139
  • Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AW139
  • Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AW169
  • Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AW189

EASA AD 2025-0090

Apr 23, 2025

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks – Airworthiness Limitations Section – Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2025-0090 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting all Leonardo AW189 helicopters equipped with either General Electric CT7-2E1 or Safran Aneto-1K engines. This directive mandates compliance with updated airworthiness limitations and maintenance tasks as specified in the latest Leonardo AW189 Air Vehicle Maintenance Planning Information documents. It ensures continued airworthiness by enforcing new or more restrictive maintenance requirements.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AW189

EASA AD 2025-0064

Mar 25, 2025

Engine Exhaust — Ejector Duct — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2025-0064 is an airworthiness directive addressing inspection requirements for the engine exhaust ejector ducts on Leonardo S.p.A. AW189 helicopters. It applies to ejector ducts with part numbers 8G7810P00131 (left-hand side) and 8G7810P00231 (right-hand side) installed on all serial numbers of AW189 helicopters. The directive mandates repetitive inspections to detect cracking and potential damage that could affect flight safety.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AW189

EASA AD 2023-0161

Aug 16, 2023

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks – Airworthiness Limitations Section – Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0161 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting all Leonardo AW189 helicopters equipped with either General Electric CT7-2E1 or SAFRAN ANETO-1K engines. It mandates compliance with updated airworthiness limitations and maintenance tasks as specified in the latest Leonardo AW189 Air Vehicle Maintenance Planning Information documents. This directive ensures continued airworthiness by enforcing mandatory maintenance and life limits for components on these helicopters.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AW189
  • Leonardo AW189

EASA AD 2023-0149

Jul 19, 2023

Engine Exhaust – Ejector Duct – Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0149 is an airworthiness directive issued for Leonardo S.p.A. AW189 helicopters. It addresses potential cracking damage in the ejector duct parts on both left-hand and right-hand sides of the engine exhaust system. The directive mandates inspections and possible replacement of affected ejector ducts to ensure continued safe operation.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AW189
  • Leonardo AW189

EASA AD 2021-0131R1

Apr 25, 2023

Placards and Markings — Stretcher Unit / Placard — Installation

The document titled "Placards and Markings — Stretcher Unit / Placard — Installation" is an EASA Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) 10061971 issued to AEROLITE AG for installation on Leonardo S.p.A. Helicopters model AW189. It addresses the requirements for placards and markings related to the installation of stretcher units in these helicopters. The document ensures proper identification and safety compliance for the modified aircraft.

Agency Decision
  • Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AW189
  • Leonardo AW189

EASA AD 2022-0214

Oct 21, 2022

Equipment / Furnishings — Emergency Life-Raft System — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0214 is an airworthiness directive addressing the emergency life-raft system on Leonardo S.p.A. AW189 helicopters with specific serial numbers. It mandates inspection and possible replacement of affected emergency life-raft control cables and assemblies to prevent uncommanded deployment. The directive applies to helicopters with serial numbers 49007 through 49079, 89001 through 89012, and 92001 through 92010, excluding certain serial numbers.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AW189
  • Leonardo AW189

EASA AD 2022-0177

Aug 26, 2022

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks – Airworthiness Limitations Section – Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0177 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting all Leonardo AW189 helicopters equipped with General Electric CT7-2E1 or SAFRAN ANETO-1K engines. It mandates compliance with updated airworthiness limitations and maintenance tasks as specified in the latest Leonardo AW189 Airworthiness Limitations Section documents. The directive ensures continued airworthiness by enforcing mandatory maintenance and replacement schedules.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AW189
  • Leonardo AW189

EASA AD 2022-0010

Jan 20, 2022

Navigation - Glide Slope Antenna — Inspection / Cleaning / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0010 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency concerning Leonardo S.p.A AW189 helicopters. It addresses inspection, cleaning, and replacement requirements for the glide slope antenna and its coaxial connectors, specifically part numbers 6208-88-62 and PE4958. The directive aims to ensure safe automated glide slope approaches by preventing erratic signals caused by sealant contamination on affected antenna parts.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AW189
  • Leonardo AW189

EASA AD 2021-0200

Aug 27, 2021

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks – Airworthiness Limitations Section – Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0200 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Leonardo AW189 helicopters equipped with General Electric CT7-2E1 or SAFRAN ANETO-1K engines. It mandates compliance with updated airworthiness limitations and maintenance tasks as specified in the latest Leonardo AW189 Airworthiness Limitations Section documents. This directive ensures continued airworthiness by enforcing mandatory maintenance and replacement schedules for critical components.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AW189
  • Leonardo AW189

EASA AD 2021-0078

Mar 17, 2021

Lights — Main Rotor Tip Light Fairings — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0078 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Leonardo S.p.A. AW189 helicopters equipped with the Main Rotor tip lights kit P/N 8G3340F00411 combined with Full or Limited Ice Protection System kits. The directive addresses unsafe conditions related to ice accretion on specific main rotor tip light fairings during icing conditions.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AW189
  • Leonardo AW189

EASA AD 2020-0271

Dec 8, 2020

Main Rotor — Swashplate Boot — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0271 is an airworthiness directive addressing the inspection of the main rotor swashplate boot on Leonardo S.p.A. AB139, AW139, and AW189 helicopters. It focuses on the inspection and maintenance of the affected main rotor swashplate boot, specifically part number 3G6230V00251, to prevent in-flight failure of the external stainless steel rings bonded to the boot. The directive applies to all serial numbers of these helicopter models.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AB139
  • Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AW139
  • Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AW189
  • Leonardo AB139
  • Leonardo AW139
  • Leonardo AW189

EASA AD 2020-0197

Sep 10, 2020

Tail Rotor — Tail Rotor Servo Actuator / Duplex Bearing — Inspection / Check / Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0197 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Leonardo S.p.A. AW169 and AW189 helicopters. It addresses inspection, check, and modification requirements for the tail rotor servo actuator and tail rotor duplex bearing components to ensure continued safe operation. The directive includes detailed instructions for inspections, thermal strip installations, and corrective actions related to specific part numbers of tail rotor components.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AW169
  • Leonardo S.P.A. Helicopters AW189
  • Leonardo AW169
  • Leonardo AW189