airworthiness · Rule · Final rule. · Published 2023-09-21 · Effective 2023-10-26 · 88 FR 65122
Document
Document number
2023-20481
Federal Register citation
88 FR 65122
Type
Rule
Action
Final rule.
Category
airworthiness
Manufacturer
Vulcanair S.p.A.
Publication date
2023-09-21
Effective date
2023-10-26
FAA docket
Docket No. FAA-2023-1218
Abstract
The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Vulcanair S.p.A. Model V1.0 airplanes. This AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) originated by an aviation authority of another country to identify and correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product. The MCAI identifies the unsafe condition as corrosion on the lower fuselage truss. This AD requires a detailed visual inspection of the right-hand (RH) and left-hand (LH) lower rear attachments of the fuselage truss for corrosion, a tactile inspection of the lower rear attachments for missing sealant, and a general visual inspection of the lower fuselage truss welded pipes for corrosion and the related rivets for missing stems and, depending on findings, additional inspections and actions (including a tap test) and applicable corrective actions. The FAA is issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.