10 airworthiness directives and regulations affecting Pipistrel Vertical Solutions D.O.O. Virus SW.
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EASA AD 2026-0137R1
Sep 15, 2026The document titled 'Doors – Door Locking Mechanism – Modification' issued by PIPISTREL VERTICAL SOLUTIONS d.o.o. pertains to the Virus SW aircraft model. It addresses modifications related to the door locking mechanism to enhance safety and reliability. This document is a technical update focused on a specific component of the Virus SW aircraft.
EASA AD 2026-0137
Jul 10, 2026EASA Airworthiness Directive 2026-0137 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Pipistrel Vertical Solutions d.o.o. Virus SW 121 and SW 128 aeroplanes. It addresses a safety issue related to the door locking mechanism on these aircraft models. The directive mandates modifications to the door locking mechanism to prevent potential in-flight door detachment.
EASA AD 2025-0023-E
Jan 22, 2025EASA Airworthiness Directive 2025-0023-E is an emergency directive addressing the inspection and corrective actions for the flaperon bellcrank bolt on Pipistrel Vertical Solutions Virus SW 121, SW 121A, SW 121C, and Virus SW 128 aeroplanes. The directive mandates inspection and modification procedures to ensure the secure installation of the flaperon bellcrank bolt to prevent control stick malfunctions. This AD applies to all serial numbers listed in the relevant Pipistrel service bulletins.
EASA AD 2024-0246
Dec 17, 2024EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0246 is an official regulatory document addressing the electrical power software and data recording system upgrade for Pipistrel Vertical Solutions d.o.o. Virus SW 128 aeroplanes, specifically serial numbers VSW1280002 to VSW1280117. The directive mandates updates to the system controller software and SD card replacement to ensure accurate high voltage battery state of charge indication.
EASA AD 2023-0079-E
Apr 14, 2023EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0079-E is an emergency directive affecting Pipistrel Vertical Solutions Virus SW 121, SW 121A, SW 121C, and Virus SW 128 aeroplanes. It addresses a safety issue related to the flaperon bellcrank bolt installation on these aircraft. The directive mandates inspection and reinstallation of the flaperon bellcrank bolt to ensure proper flight control functionality.
EASA AD 2023-0077
Apr 11, 2023EASA Airworthiness Directive 2023-0077 is issued for Pipistrel Vertical Solutions Virus SW 121 series aeroplanes, including SW 121, SW 121A, and SW 121C models. The directive addresses an issue with voltage regulator wiring that may cause fluctuations in electrical power output. It mandates replacement of specific voltage regulator wires to ensure continued airworthiness and safe operation.
EASA AD 2021-0117
Apr 26, 2021EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0117 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Pipistrel Virus SW 121 and SW 128 aeroplanes. It addresses a safety issue related to the parking brake system on these aircraft models. The directive mandates a modification to the parking brake system to prevent inadvertent lever movement and brake fluid leakage.
EASA AD 2020-0045
Mar 4, 2020EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0045 is an airworthiness directive addressing the Pipistrel Vertical Solutions Virus SW 121 aeroplanes, specifically serial numbers VSW1210001 to VSW1210041. It mandates inspection and replacement of the fuel distribution block, Rotax Part Number 851328, associated with the fuel pressure sensor to prevent fuel leakage. The directive includes instructions for inspection, replacement, and modification of the installation to ensure continued airworthiness.
EASA AD 2019-0128
Jun 6, 2019EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0128 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency concerning Pipistrel Vertical Solutions Virus SW 121 aeroplanes. It addresses the inspection and possible replacement of seat belt attachment bolts on the baggage compartment bulkhead to ensure proper thread engagement and secure attachment. The directive applies to all serial numbers of the Virus SW 121 aircraft.
EASA AD 2018-0281
Dec 18, 2018EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0281 is an airworthiness directive issued for Pipistrel Vertical Solutions d.o.o. Virus SW 121 aeroplanes, serial numbers VSW1210001 to VSW1210038. It addresses a fuel system safety issue involving the fuel distribution block and fuel pressure sensor installation. The directive mandates inspections, possible replacement, and modification of the fuel pressure sensor installation to prevent fuel leakage and potential in-flight fire.