AD 2010-03-09
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Aviat | Various | Airworthiness Directives; PIAGGIO AERO INDUSTRIES S.p.A Model PIAGGIO P-180 Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Cracks have been detected on the upper flange (cap) of several '0' pressure bulkheads; investigation revealed that all '0' pressure bulkheads installed on aircraft from MSN 1106 up to 1189 could have the same cracks.
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Required Actions
Inspect the '0' pressure bulkhead for cracks using a dye-penetrant inspection method. Install doublers on the '0' pressure bulkhead before further flight. Report all inspection results, negative or positive, to Piaggio Aero Industries S.p.A.
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Compliance Time
Before or when the airplane reaches a total of 3,600 hours time-in-service or within the next 30 days after the effective date of the AD, whichever occurs later.
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Affected Aircraft
Piaggio Aero Industries S.p.A. Model PIAGGIO P-180 airplanes, manufacturer's serial numbers 1106 through 1189, certificated in any category.
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