Airbus H160-B helicopters must now check for a specific bearing failure
What happened
The US aviation regulator is ordering inspections for a specific helicopter model. All Airbus H160-B helicopters must now check for excessive wear in a critical part of their rotor system.
Why it matters
This is a small, routine safety update for a specific helicopter model. It means operators of these helicopters must add a new inspection to their maintenance schedule. If the part is worn, they must fix it.
The signal
Watch for any reports of H160-B helicopters failing these inspections or requiring corrective action, which would indicate a wider manufacturing issue.