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DOT FAA Proposes Airworthiness Directive for Leonardo Helicopters Over Swashplate Bearing Issue
June 02, 2026
WASHINGTON, June 2 (TNSFR) -- The U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration has proposed an airworthiness directive affecting multiple Leonardo S.p.A., Rome, Italy, helicopter models after a report identified an incorrectly installed swashplate duplex bearing that could lead to loss of aircraft control. The proposal would require operators to conduct a one-time inspection of the bearing and take corrective action if discrepancies are found. The agency is also proposing re . . .

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