EASA AD 2022-0167
Flight Controls — Aileron Control Rod / Cover Panel Screws — Inspection
Summary
EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0167 is an airworthiness directive addressing the inspection of aileron control rod assemblies and cover panel screws on Costruzioni Aeronautiche TECNAM P2006T aeroplanes, specifically those with serial numbers up to 345 inclusive and select additional serial numbers. The directive mandates detailed inspections to detect damage and verify screw lengths to prevent potential control rod blockage. This AD applies to aileron control assemblies with part number 26-9-1502-000.
What Changed
EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0167 supersedes AD 2022-0132 and expands the applicability by adding five additional serial numbers of the TECNAM P2006T aeroplanes affected. It retains the original inspection and corrective action requirements but extends the scope to cover more aircraft potentially impacted by the unsafe condition.
Why It Matters
This directive is critical for aviation professionals because it addresses a safety risk where excessively long screws can damage the aileron control rod, potentially leading to reduced aircraft control. Operators and maintenance organizations must ensure compliance to maintain airworthiness and prevent flight safety hazards. The expanded applicability means more aircraft require inspection, increasing the scope of maintenance and compliance efforts.
What To Do
Operators of affected TECNAM P2006T aeroplanes must perform a detailed inspection of the aileron control rod and measure the length of screws on the cabin ceiling panel within 10 flight hours after the effective date or previous AD compliance date, depending on the aircraft group. Any screws exceeding length limits must be replaced before the next flight, and any damage or cracks found must be reported to TECNAM for approved corrective actions, which must be completed before further flight.
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