EASA AD 2018-0072
Fuel System — Firewall — Inspection / Modification
Summary
EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0072 is an airworthiness directive issued for Costruzioni Aeronautiche TECNAM S.r.l. P2008 JC aeroplanes, serial numbers 1002 to 1085 inclusive. It addresses a potential unsafe condition related to the engine firewall fuel system, specifically concerning steel patches that may detach during an engine fire. The directive mandates inspection and possible modification of the firewall patches to prevent fire propagation.
What Changed
This new airworthiness directive introduces a one-time visual inspection requirement of the engine firewall patches on affected TECNAM P2008 JC aeroplanes. If patches are found installed without screws, they must be removed and re-installed using screws as specified in TECNAM Service Bulletin 287. The directive also permits installation of specific patch part numbers after modification.
Why It Matters
This directive is critical for aviation professionals because it addresses a safety risk where detached firewall patches could allow an engine fire to spread to other critical areas, potentially leading to loss of the aircraft. Operators and maintenance organizations must ensure compliance to maintain aircraft airworthiness and prevent hazardous fire conditions. Compliance with this AD is mandatory under European regulations, impacting maintenance planning and operational safety.
What To Do
Operators of TECNAM P2008 JC aeroplanes with serial numbers 1002 to 1085 must perform a visual inspection of the engine firewall within 25 flight hours, 25 flight cycles, or 6 months from 2018-04-11, whichever occurs first. If any patches are found without screws, they must be removed and re-installed with screws before the next flight, following TECNAM Service Bulletin 287 instructions. After modification, installation of patches with part numbers 28-2-1337-1 or 28-2-1337-2 is allowed as per the service bulletin.
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