Helicopter Owners: FAA Demands Cable and Fire Check Before Takeoff Thrills
Published Date: 5/12/2025
Rule
Summary
If you fly certain Leonardo helicopters (A109E, A109S, AW109SP), this new rule is for you! The FAA wants you to check how the motor cables and fire extinguisher parts are installed and fix any problems. This keeps your helicopter safe and sound, and you’ll need to act soon to avoid any issues.
Analyzed Economic Effects
1 provisions identified: 0 benefits, 1 costs, 0 mixed.
Mandatory inspection for certain Leonardo helicopters
If you operate or own a Leonardo Model A109E, A109S, or AW109SP helicopter, you must inspect the motor (MTR) cables and the bonding braids connected to the engine fire extinguisher bottles. Depending on what the inspection finds, you must perform corrective actions as specified in the incorporated European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) airworthiness directive.
Your PRIA Score
Personalized for You
How does this regulation affect your finances?
Sign up for a PRIA Policy Scan to see your personalized alignment score for this federal register document and every other regulation we track. We analyze your financial profile against policy provisions to show you exactly what matters to your wallet.
Key Dates
Department and Agencies
Related Federal Register Documents
2026-08943 — Designation-Restrict the Operation of Unmanned Aircraft in Close Proximity to a Fixed Site Facility
The FAA is proposing new rules to keep drones away from certain important fixed sites like power plants or airports to keep everyone safe and secure. If you own or operate one of these sites, you can request a drone flight restriction zone to protect your property and people nearby. Comments are open until July 6, 2026, and these changes could affect drone pilots and site operators, but no big costs are expected.
2026-11875 — Petition for Exemption; Summary of Petition Received; NetJets Aviation, Inc.
NetJets Aviation, a big private jet company, asked the FAA to let them skip some usual flight rules. This could change how they operate their planes, and the public has until July 2, 2026, to share their thoughts. No money changes are mentioned yet, but this could speed up or simplify some flights for NetJets.
2026-11861 — Establishment of Class E Airspace; Freer, TX
The FAA is creating new Class E airspace around Silverhorn Ranch Airport in Freer, TX, to support safer flying with new instrument flight rules. This change starts on October 29, 2026, and mainly affects pilots flying in and out of this airport. No extra costs for the public, just smoother and safer skies for everyone!
2026-11904 — Establishment of Class E Airspace; Mullin, TX
The FAA is creating new Class E airspace around Smoky Bend Ranch Airport in Mullin, TX to help pilots fly safely using instruments, especially in bad weather. This change starts on October 29, 2026, and mainly affects pilots flying under instrument flight rules (IFR). No extra costs for the public, just smoother and safer skies for everyone!
2026-11792 — Modification of Class E Airspace, Omak Airport, Omak, WA
The FAA is changing the Class E airspace around Omak Airport in Washington to make flying safer and smoother for pilots using instruments. This update starts on September 3, 2026, and mainly affects pilots flying under instrument flight rules (IFR). No extra costs for the public, just better airspace management to keep flights on track!
2026-11730 — Standard Instrument Approach Procedures, and Takeoff Minimums and Obstacle Departure Procedures; Miscellaneous Amendments
Starting June 11, 2026, the FAA is updating how pilots approach and take off from certain airports to keep flights safe and smooth. These changes affect pilots and airports by adjusting flight paths and safety rules based on new tech and obstacles. No big costs here—just smarter, safer skies for everyone flying under instrument rules!
Previous / Next Documents
Previous: 2025-08282 — Airworthiness Directives; Leonardo S.p.A. Helicopters
If you fly a Leonardo A119 or AW119 MKII helicopter, listen up! The FAA wants you to install a battery discharge detector and update your flight manual to prevent electrical failures that could drain your battery mid-flight. These fixes need to happen soon to keep your helicopter safe and sound without breaking the bank.
Next: 2025-08286 — Interpretive Rules, Policy Statements, and Advisory Opinions; Withdrawal
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) is saying goodbye to lots of old guidance papers it made since 2011. This change affects businesses and consumers by clearing up confusion and making rules easier to follow. No new costs or deadlines pop up—just a fresh start with clearer info!