Flight Controls — Rudder Trim Actuator — Life Limit Implementation
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What to do
Operators of affected Tecnam P2006T aeroplanes must replace the rudder trim actuator P/N B6-7T within the specified flight hour limits as detailed in the directive, with initial replacement required before exceeding 1,000 flight hours or within 25 flight hours or 30 days after the effective date if under 1,000 flight hours. They must also revise the approved Aircraft Maintenance Programme within 12 months of the effective date to include the new life limit. Compliance with these actions ensures continued airworthiness and regulatory conformity.
Summary
EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0029 is an airworthiness directive affecting all serial numbers of Tecnam P2006T aeroplanes except those with modification 2006/322. It addresses an error in the Aircraft Maintenance Manual regarding the part number of the rudder trim actuator and mandates the implementation of a life limit for the rudder trim actuator part number B6-7T. This directive ensures the continued airworthiness and safety of the rudder control system on affected aircraft.
What changed
EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0029 introduces a mandatory life limit for the rudder trim actuator P/N B6-7T on Tecnam P2006T aeroplanes. It corrects a typographical error in the Aircraft Maintenance Manual's Airworthiness Limitations Section and requires replacement of the rudder trim actuator within specified flight hour limits. Additionally, it mandates updating the Aircraft Maintenance Programme to incorporate this life limit.
Why it matters
This directive is critical for aviation professionals because failure to apply the correct life limit could result in rudder trim actuator failure, potentially reducing aircraft control. Operators and maintenance organizations must ensure compliance to maintain safety and regulatory adherence. The directive also clarifies maintenance documentation, reducing the risk of oversight in part replacement schedules.
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