EASA Regulations for Piaggio P.180 Avanti II

4 airworthiness directives and regulations affecting Piaggio P.180 Avanti II.

EASA AD 2023-0122R1

Stabilizers — Vertical Stabilizer Assembly — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0122R1 is an updated safety directive addressing inspection requirements for the vertical stabilizer assembly on Piaggio Aviation P.180 Avanti and Avanti II aeroplanes. It mandates High Frequency Eddy Current (HFEC) inspections and potential replacement of the horizontal tail trim actuator fitting assembly, part number 80-363283-401, to detect and correct stress corrosion cracking. The directive applies to specific serial numbers of P.180 Avanti and Avanti II aircraft.

Jul 5, 2023

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EASA AD 2013-0084R1

Landing Gear - Main Landing Gear Lever Hinge Fitting - Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2013-0084R1 is an updated regulatory requirement addressing inspection and maintenance of the main landing gear lever hinge fittings on Piaggio P.180 Avanti and Avanti II aeroplanes, excluding those equipped with Magnaghi main landing gear. The directive mandates repetitive inspections to detect cracks caused by friction in the landing gear assembly, which could compromise structural integrity and aircraft control during takeoff or landing. It also introduces an optional modification to improve stress resistance and reduce inspection frequency for affected landing gear.

Aug 30, 2021

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EASA AD 2021-0104

Fuselage — Skin Panels — Inspections

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0104 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Piaggio P.180 Avanti II aeroplanes with manufacturer serial numbers 1174 to 1214 inclusive and 1218 to 1230 inclusive. The directive addresses corrosion found on the fuselage lower skin panels, particularly on the inner side in the passenger cabin area. It mandates inspections and possible repairs to ensure structural integrity of the affected aircraft.

Apr 15, 2021

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EASA AD 2019-0269

Aircraft Flight Manual — Amendment; Navigation — Flight Environment Data / Altimetry System for RVSM Operations — Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0269 is an amendment concerning Piaggio P.180 Avanti II aeroplanes, specifically serial numbers 1002 and 1105 to 3010. It addresses issues with the altimetry system and flight environment data related to Reduced Vertical Separation Minimum (RVSM) operations. The directive mandates modifications to the Aircraft Flight Manual and installation of improved Air Data Computers and Detachable Configuration Modules.

Oct 29, 2019

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