EASA Regulations for Cirrus SF50

EASA AD US-2023-04-20

Auto Flight - Cirrus Airframe Parachute System - Configuration / Placard Installation; Aircraft Flight Manual / Airworthiness Limitations Section - Amendment

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2023-04-20 addresses safety issues in Cirrus Design Corporation Model SF50 airplanes related to uncommanded activation of the Cirrus Airframe Parachute System (CAPS) autopilot mode. This directive mandates changes to avionics configuration, installation of information placards, and revisions to the Aircraft Flight Manual and Airworthiness Limitations Section. It also requires wiring modifications for certain airplanes to remove CAPS power timer functionality.