Fuselage - Pressure Bulkhead - Inspection / Reinforcement
- Published
- Effective
- Replaces
- 2009-0211
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What to do
Operators of Piaggio P.180 Avanti II aeroplanes with serial numbers 1106 to 1189 must perform a dye-penetrant inspection of the '0' pressure bulkhead before exceeding 3,800 flight hours since the aircraft's first flight. If cracks are found, approved repair instructions from Piaggio must be followed before the next flight. Concurrently, reinforcement by installing doublers must be completed, and inspection results reported to Piaggio within 30 days.
Summary
EASA Airworthiness Directive 2009-0211R1 is an updated safety directive addressing the inspection and reinforcement of the '0' pressure bulkhead on Piaggio Aero Industries P.180 Avanti II aeroplanes, specifically serial numbers 1106 to 1189. This directive mandates a dye-penetrant inspection to detect cracks and requires reinforcement by installing doublers to prevent potential structural failure. The directive ensures continued airworthiness and safety of the affected aircraft.
What changed
EASA Airworthiness Directive 2009-0211R1 revises the original AD 2009-0211 by extending the compliance time for the reinforcement of the '0' pressure bulkhead by allowing a deferral of 200 flight hours. It also includes editorial updates to align with current writing standards without changing the substantive requirements.
Why it matters
This directive is critical for aviation professionals because undetected cracks in the '0' pressure bulkhead could lead to in-flight structural failure and decompression, posing serious safety risks. Operators and maintenance organizations must ensure timely inspections and reinforcements to maintain aircraft integrity and regulatory compliance. The AD also provides a clear framework for reporting and corrective actions, supporting effective continued airworthiness management.
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