AD 98-08-05
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Piaggio Aero Industries S.p.A. | P-180 | Airworthiness Directives; Industrie Aeronautiche e Meccaniche Model Piaggio P-180 Airplanes. |
Unsafe Condition
Interference between the main landing gear (MLG) drag brace link and the MLG retraction actuator could cause MLG failure, resulting in loss of control during landing operations.
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Required Actions
Within the next 100 hours time-in-service after the effective date, inspect the MLG for interference using specified service bulletins. If interference is found, modify the area prior to further flight using the same service bulletins.
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Compliance Time
Within the next 100 hours time-in-service after the effective date of this AD
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Affected Aircraft
Model Piaggio P-180 airplanes, serial numbers 1001, 1002, 1004 and 1006 through 1031, certificated in any category.
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Retrieved: Apr 8, 2026
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