Airworthiness Directives; Piaggio Aero Industries S.p.A Airplanes, 54358-54360 [2022-19055]

Download as PDF 54358 Federal Register / Vol. 87, No. 171 / Tuesday, September 6, 2022 / Rules and Regulations from a manufacturer, the instructions must be accomplished using a method approved by the Manager, Large Aircraft Section, International Validation Branch, FAA; or EASA; or Airbus SAS’s EASA Design Organization Approval (DOA). If approved by the DOA, the approval must include the DOA-authorized signature. jspears on DSK121TN23PROD with RULES (q) Related Information For more information about this AD, contact Vladimir Ulyanov, Aerospace Engineer, Large Aircraft Section, FAA, International Validation Branch, 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA 98198; telephone and fax: 206–231–3229; email vladimir.ulyanov@faa.gov. (r) Material Incorporated by Reference (1) The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference (IBR) of the service information listed in this paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51. (2) You must use this service information as applicable to do the actions required by this AD, unless this AD specifies otherwise. (3) The following service information was approved for IBR on October 11, 2022. (i) European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) AD 2021–0246, dated November 17, 2021. (ii) [Reserved] (4) The following service information was approved for IBR on January 2, 2019 (83 FR 60754, November 27, 2018). (i) Airbus A330 Airworthiness Limitations Section (ALS) Part 1, Safe Life Airworthiness Limitation Items (SL–ALI), Revision 09, dated September 18, 2017. (ii) Airbus A330 ALS Part 1, SL–ALI, Variation 9.2, dated November 28, 2017. (iii) Airbus A330 ALS Part 1, SL–ALI, Variation 9.3, dated November 29, 2017. (5) The following service information was approved for IBR on April 26, 2021 (86 FR 15092, March 22, 2021). (i) European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) AD 2020–0190, dated August 27, 2020. (ii) [Reserved] (6) For EASA AD 2020–0190 and EASA AD 2021–0246, contact EASA, KonradAdenauer-Ufer 3, 50668 Cologne, Germany; telephone +49 221 8999 000; email ADs@ easa.europa.eu; internet www.easa.europa.eu. You may find this EASA AD on the EASA website at https:// ad.easa.europa.eu. For Airbus service information identified in this AD, contact Airbus SAS, Airworthiness Office—EAL, Rond-Point Emile Dewoitine No: 2, 31700 Blagnac Cedex, France, France; telephone +33 5 61 93 36 96; fax +33 5 61 93 45 80; email airworthiness.A330-A340@airbus.com; internet https://www.airbus.com. (7) You may view this material at the FAA, Airworthiness Products Section, Operational Safety Branch, 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call 206–231–3195. (8) You may view this material that is incorporated by reference at the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). For information on the availability VerDate Sep<11>2014 17:41 Sep 02, 2022 Jkt 256001 of this material at NARA, email fr.inspection@nara.gov, or go to: https:// www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibrlocations.html. Issued on August 16, 2022. Christina Underwood, Acting Director, Compliance & Airworthiness Division, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2022–19098 Filed 9–2–22; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910–13–P DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA–2022–0397; Project Identifier MCAI–2021–01354–A; Amendment 39–22151; AD 2022–17–13] RIN 2120–AA64 Airworthiness Directives; Piaggio Aero Industries S.p.A Airplanes Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Final rule. AGENCY: The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Piaggio Aero Industries S.p.A. (Piaggio) Model P–180 airplanes. This AD is prompted by 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 altimetry system errors in the air data computers (ADCs) and stand-by instrument systems. This AD requires amending the existing airplane flight manual (AFM), installing improved ADCs and a detachable configuration module (DCM), and revising the existing instructions for continued airworthiness. The FAA is issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products. DATES: This AD is effective October 11, 2022. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in this AD as of October 11, 2022. ADDRESSES: For service information identified in this final rule, contact Piaggio Aero Industries S.p.A., P180 Customer Support, via Pionieri e Aviatori d’Italia, snc—16154 Genoa, Italy; phone: (+39) 331 679 74 93; email: technicalsupport@piaggioaerospace.it. You may view this service information at the FAA, Airworthiness Products Section, Operational Safety Branch, 901 Locust, Kansas City, MO 64106. For information on the availability of this SUMMARY: PO 00000 Frm 00048 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 material at the FAA, call (817) 222– 5110. It is also available at www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA–2022– 0397. Examining the AD Docket You may examine the AD docket at www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA–2022– 0397; or in person at Docket Operations between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. The AD docket contains this final rule, the MCAI, any comments received, and other information. The address for Docket Operations is U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket Operations, M– 30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12–140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, Washington, DC 20590. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Mike Kiesov, Aviation Safety Engineer, General Aviation & Rotorcraft Section, International Validation Branch, FAA, 901 Locust, Room 301, Kansas City, MO 64106; phone: (816) 329–4144; email: mike.kiesov@faa.gov. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Background The FAA issued a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR part 39 by adding an AD that would apply to certain serial-numbered Piaggio Model P–180 airplanes. The NPRM published in the Federal Register on April 8, 2022 (87 FR 20790). The NPRM was prompted by MCAI originated by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), which is the Technical Agent for the Member States of the European Union. EASA issued EASA AD 2019–0269, dated October 29, 2019 (referred to after this as ‘‘the MCAI’’), to address the unsafe condition on Piaggio Model P.180 Avanti II airplanes. The MCAI states: During monitoring of P.180 Avanti II fleet by EUROCONTROL (checks performed by Air Traffic Control stations) a mean altimetry system error and some singular measurement exceedances were reported being outside of limits defined by rules applicable to Reduced Vertical Separation Minimum (RVSM) airworthiness standards. Subsequent investigation determined that the static source error correction curves embedded in the ADC of pilot and co-pilot, as well as in the stand-by instrument system, did not ensure the required RVSM performance of the aeroplane. This condition, if not corrected, could lead to delivery [of] erroneous air data information and consequent impairment of aeroplane altitude-keeping capability, possibly resulting in a mid-air collision within RVSM airspace. To address this potential unsafe condition, Piaggio issued the AFM TC [Temporary E:\FR\FM\06SER1.SGM 06SER1 54359 Federal Register / Vol. 87, No. 171 / Tuesday, September 6, 2022 / Rules and Regulations Change No. 107] introducing additional limitations for operation within RVSM airspace and issued the SB [Piaggio Aerospace Service Bulletin 80–0467] providing instructions to modify the aeroplane. For the reasons described above, this [EASA] AD requires amendment of the AFM and modification of the aeroplane by installing improved ADCs and DCM. Request To Update Obsolete Contact Information for Piaggio Piaggio requested that the FAA revise the NPRM to update their contact information for service information. The FAA agrees and has updated the contact information for Piaggio accordingly. You may examine the MCAI in the AD docket at www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA–2022–0397. In the NPRM, the FAA proposed to require amending the existing AFM, installing improved ADCs and a DCM, and revising the existing instructions for continued airworthiness. The FAA is issuing this AD to prevent a mean altimetry system error measurement from exceeding the limits defined for operations within airspace designed as RVSM airspace. The unsafe condition, if not addressed, could result in a potential mid-air collision within RVSM airspace. Discussion of Final Airworthiness Directive Comments The FAA received a comment from Piaggio. The following presents the comment received on the NPRM and the FAA’s response to the comment. Conclusion This product has been approved by the aviation authority of another country and is approved for operation in the United States. Pursuant to the FAA’s bilateral agreement with this State of Design Authority, it has notified the FAA of the unsafe condition described in the MCAI and service information referenced above. The FAA reviewed the relevant data, considered the comment received, and determined that air safety requires adopting this AD as proposed. Accordingly, the FAA is issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on this product. Except for the changes described previously, this AD is adopted as proposed in the NPRM. None of the changes will increase the economic burden on any operator. Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51 The FAA reviewed Piaggio Aero Industries S.p.A. A.S. Service Bulletin No. 80–0467, Revision 2, dated March 6, 2020, which specifies procedures for replacing the two ADCs and the DCM with improved parts. The FAA also reviewed Piaggio Aviation P.180 Avanti II/EVO Temporary Change No. 107, dated September 17, 2019, which updates the limitations section of the AFM by prohibiting operations in RVSM airspace if the ADCs and DCM have not been replaced. In addition, the FAA reviewed Piaggio Aviation P.180 Avanti EVO Maintenance Manual Temporary Revision No. 126, dated June 6, 2019, which updates and adds certain tasks for the navigation system. This service information is reasonably available because the interested parties have access to it through their normal course of business or by the means identified in the ADDRESSES section. Differences Between This AD and the MCAI The MCAI requires informing all flight crews of the AFM revision and operating accordingly thereafter, and this AD does not because those actions are already required by FAA operating regulations. Costs of Compliance The FAA estimates that this AD will affect 101 airplanes of U.S. registry. The FAA estimates the following costs to comply with this AD: jspears on DSK121TN23PROD with RULES ESTIMATED COSTS Action Labor cost Parts cost Revise AFM ................................................. Update AFM ................................................. Replace two ADCs and one DCM ............... 1 work-hour × $85 per hour = $85 .............. 1 work-hour × $85 per hour = $85 .............. 16 work-hours × $85 per hour = $1,360 ..... Not Applicable ..... Not Applicable ..... $21,900 ............... Authority for This Rulemaking Title 49 of the United States Code specifies the FAA’s authority to issue rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, section 106, describes the authority of the FAA Administrator. Subtitle VII: Aviation Programs, describes in more detail the scope of the Agency’s authority. The FAA is issuing this rulemaking under the authority described in Subtitle VII, Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701: General requirements. Under that section, Congress charges the FAA with promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in air commerce by prescribing regulations for practices, methods, and procedures the Administrator finds necessary for safety in air commerce. This regulation is within the scope of that authority because it addresses an VerDate Sep<11>2014 17:41 Sep 02, 2022 Jkt 256001 unsafe condition that is likely to exist or develop on products identified in this rulemaking action. Regulatory Findings This AD will not have federalism implications under Executive Order 13132. This AD will not have a substantial direct effect on the States, on the relationship between the national government and the States, or on the distribution of power and responsibilities among the various levels of government. For the reasons discussed above, I certify this AD: (1) Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory action’’ under Executive Order 12866, (2) Will not affect intrastate aviation in Alaska, and PO 00000 Frm 00049 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 Cost per airplane Cost on U.S. operators $85 85 23,260 $8,585 8,585 2,349,260 (3) Will not have a significant economic impact, positive or negative, on a substantial number of small entities under the criteria of the Regulatory Flexibility Act. List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation safety, Incorporation by reference, Safety. The Amendment Accordingly, under the authority delegated to me by the Administrator, the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as follows: PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES 1. The authority citation for part 39 continues to read as follows: ■ E:\FR\FM\06SER1.SGM 06SER1 54360 Federal Register / Vol. 87, No. 171 / Tuesday, September 6, 2022 / Rules and Regulations Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701. § 39.13 [Amended] 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding the following new airworthiness directive: ■ 2022–17–13 Piaggio Aero Industries S.p.A.: Amendment 39–22151; Docket No. FAA–2022–0397; Project Identifier MCAI–2021–01354–A. (a) Effective Date This airworthiness directive (AD) is effective October 11, 2022. (b) Affected ADs None. (c) Applicability This AD applies to Piaggio Aero Industries S.p.A. Model P–180 airplanes, serial number (S/N) 1002 and S/Ns 1105 through 3010 inclusive, certificated in any category. (d) Subject Joint Aircraft System Component (JASC) Code 3417, Air Data Computer. (e) Unsafe Condition This AD was prompted by 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 altimetry system errors in the air data computers (ADCs) and stand-by instrument systems. The FAA is issuing this AD to prevent a mean altimetry system error measurement from exceeding the limits defined for operations within airspace designed as reduced vertical separation minimum (RVSM) airspace. The unsafe condition, if not addressed, could result in a potential mid-air collision within RVSM airspace. jspears on DSK121TN23PROD with RULES (f) Compliance Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done. (g) Required Actions (1) Within 24 months after the effective date of this AD, revise the Limitations section of the existing airplane flight manual (AFM) for your airplane by adding the information in Piaggio Aviation P.180 Avanti II/EVO Temporary Change No. 107, dated September 17, 2019. Using a different document with language identical to that on page 2–33–bis or 2–33.C–bis (as applicable to the S/N of your airplane) of Piaggio Aviation P.180 Avanti II/EVO Temporary Change No. 107, dated September 17, 2019, is acceptable for compliance with this requirement. (2) Within 660 hours time-in-service after the effective date of this AD or 24 months after the effective date of this AD, whichever occurs first, modify the airplane by replacing the ADCs and detachable configuration module (DCM) in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions, paragraphs (5) through (14), of Piaggio Aero Industries S.p.A. A.S. Service Bulletin No. 80–0467, Revision 2, dated March 6, 2020, and revise the instructions for continued airworthiness VerDate Sep<11>2014 17:41 Sep 02, 2022 Jkt 256001 for your airplane by incorporating the information in Piaggio Aviation P.180 Avanti EVO Maintenance Manual Temporary Revision No. 126, dated June 6, 2019. (3) The AFM revision required by paragraph (g)(1) of this AD, if included, may be removed after completing the actions required by paragraph (g)(2) of this AD. (4) As of the effective date of this AD, do not install on any airplane an ADC part number (P/N) 822–1109–018, DCM P/N 501– 1870–31, or DCM P/N 501–1870–51. (h) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs) (1) The Manager, International Validation Branch, FAA, has the authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested using the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. In accordance with 14 CFR 39.19, send your request to your principal inspector or local Flight Standards District Office, as appropriate. If sending information directly to the manager of the certification office, send it to the attention of the person identified in paragraph (i)(1) of this AD and email to: 9-AVS-AIR-730-AMOC@faa.gov. (2) Before using any approved AMOC, notify your appropriate principal inspector, or lacking a principal inspector, the manager of the local flight standards district office/ certificate holding district office. (i) Related Information (1) For more information about this AD, contact Mike Kiesov, Aviation Safety Engineer, General Aviation & Rotorcraft Section, International Validation Branch, FAA, 901 Locust, Room 301, Kansas City, MO 64106; phone: (816) 329–4144; email: mike.kiesov@faa.gov. (2) Refer to MCAI European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) AD 2019– 0269, dated October 29, 2019, for related information. You may examine the EASA AD at www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA–2022–0397. (j) Material Incorporated by Reference (1) The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of the service information listed in this paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51. (2) You must use this service information as applicable to do the actions required by this AD, unless the AD specifies otherwise. (i) Piaggio Aero Industries S.p.A. A.S. Service Bulletin No. 80–0467, Revision 2, dated March 6, 2020. (ii) Piaggio Aviation P.180 Avanti EVO Maintenance Manual Temporary Revision No. 126, dated June 6, 2019. (iii) Piaggio Aviation P.180 Avanti II/EVO Temporary Change No. 107, dated September 17, 2019. (3) For service information identified in this AD, contact Piaggio Aero Industries S.p.A., P180 Customer Support, via Pionieri e Aviatori d’Italia, snc—16154 Genoa, Italy; phone: (+39) 331 679 74 93; email: technicalsupport@piaggioaerospace.it. (4) You may view this service information at the FAA, Airworthiness Products Section, Operational Safety Branch, 901 Locust, Kansas City, MO 64106. For information on PO 00000 Frm 00050 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 the availability of this material at the FAA, call (817) 222–5110. (5) You may view this service information that is incorporated by reference at the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). For information on the availability of this material at NARA, email: fr.inspection@nara.gov, or go to: www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibrlocations.html. Issued on August 12, 2022. Gaetano A. Sciortino, Deputy Director for Strategic Initiatives, Compliance & Airworthiness Division, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2022–19055 Filed 9–2–22; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910–13–P DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 71 [Docket No. FAA–2022–0475; Airspace Docket No. 21–AEA–16] RIN 2120–AA66 Establishment of Area Navigation (RNAV) Routes; Northeast United States Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Final rule. AGENCY: This action establishes three low altitude United States Area Navigation (RNAV) routes (T-routes) in the northeast United States to support the VHF Omnidirectional Range (VOR) Minimum Operational Network (MON) Program. The purpose is to enhance the efficiency of the National Airspace System (NAS) by transitioning from a ground-based to a satellite-based navigation system. DATES: Effective date 0901 UTC, November 3, 2022. The Director of the Federal Register approves this incorporation by reference action under 1 CFR part 51, subject to the annual revision of FAA Order JO 7400.11 and publication of conforming amendments. ADDRESSES: FAA Order JO 7400.11F, Airspace Designations and Reporting Points, and subsequent amendments can be viewed online at www.faa.gov/air_ traffic/publications/. For further information, you can contact the Rules and Regulations Group, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20591; telephone: (202) 267–8783. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Paul Gallant, Rules and Regulations Group, Office of Policy, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence SUMMARY: E:\FR\FM\06SER1.SGM 06SER1

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[Federal Register Volume 87, Number 171 (Tuesday, September 6, 2022)]
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Federal Aviation Administration

14 CFR Part 39

[Docket No. FAA-2022-0397; Project Identifier MCAI-2021-01354-A; 
Amendment 39-22151; AD 2022-17-13]
RIN 2120-AA64


Airworthiness Directives; Piaggio Aero Industries S.p.A Airplanes

AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT.

ACTION: Final rule.

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SUMMARY: The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for 
certain Piaggio Aero Industries S.p.A. (Piaggio) Model P-180 airplanes. 
This AD is prompted by 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 altimetry system errors in the 
air data computers (ADCs) and stand-by instrument systems. This AD 
requires amending the existing airplane flight manual (AFM), installing 
improved ADCs and a detachable configuration module (DCM), and revising 
the existing instructions for continued airworthiness. The FAA is 
issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.

DATES: This AD is effective October 11, 2022.
    The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by 
reference of certain publications listed in this AD as of October 11, 
2022.

ADDRESSES: For service information identified in this final rule, 
contact Piaggio Aero Industries S.p.A., P180 Customer Support, via 
Pionieri e Aviatori d'Italia, snc--16154 Genoa, Italy; phone: (+39) 331 
679 74 93; email: [email protected]. You may view 
this service information at the FAA, Airworthiness Products Section, 
Operational Safety Branch, 901 Locust, Kansas City, MO 64106. For 
information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call (817) 
222-5110. It is also available at www.regulations.gov by searching for 
and locating Docket No. FAA-2022-0397.

Examining the AD Docket

    You may examine the AD docket at www.regulations.gov by searching 
for and locating Docket No. FAA-2022-0397; or in person at Docket 
Operations between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except 
Federal holidays. The AD docket contains this final rule, the MCAI, any 
comments received, and other information. The address for Docket 
Operations is U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket Operations, M-
30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12-140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue 
SE, Washington, DC 20590.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Mike Kiesov, Aviation Safety Engineer, 
General Aviation & Rotorcraft Section, International Validation Branch, 
FAA, 901 Locust, Room 301, Kansas City, MO 64106; phone: (816) 329-
4144; email: [email protected].

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:

Background

    The FAA issued a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 
CFR part 39 by adding an AD that would apply to certain serial-numbered 
Piaggio Model P-180 airplanes. The NPRM published in the Federal 
Register on April 8, 2022 (87 FR 20790). The NPRM was prompted by MCAI 
originated by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), which 
is the Technical Agent for the Member States of the European Union. 
EASA issued EASA AD 2019-0269, dated October 29, 2019 (referred to 
after this as ``the MCAI''), to address the unsafe condition on Piaggio 
Model P.180 Avanti II airplanes. The MCAI states:

    During monitoring of P.180 Avanti II fleet by EUROCONTROL 
(checks performed by Air Traffic Control stations) a mean altimetry 
system error and some singular measurement exceedances were reported 
being outside of limits defined by rules applicable to Reduced 
Vertical Separation Minimum (RVSM) airworthiness standards. 
Subsequent investigation determined that the static source error 
correction curves embedded in the ADC of pilot and co-pilot, as well 
as in the stand-by instrument system, did not ensure the required 
RVSM performance of the aeroplane.
    This condition, if not corrected, could lead to delivery [of] 
erroneous air data information and consequent impairment of 
aeroplane altitude-keeping capability, possibly resulting in a mid-
air collision within RVSM airspace.
    To address this potential unsafe condition, Piaggio issued the 
AFM TC [Temporary

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Change No. 107] introducing additional limitations for operation 
within RVSM airspace and issued the SB [Piaggio Aerospace Service 
Bulletin 80-0467] providing instructions to modify the aeroplane.
    For the reasons described above, this [EASA] AD requires 
amendment of the AFM and modification of the aeroplane by installing 
improved ADCs and DCM.

    You may examine the MCAI in the AD docket at www.regulations.gov by 
searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2022-0397.
    In the NPRM, the FAA proposed to require amending the existing AFM, 
installing improved ADCs and a DCM, and revising the existing 
instructions for continued airworthiness. The FAA is issuing this AD to 
prevent a mean altimetry system error measurement from exceeding the 
limits defined for operations within airspace designed as RVSM 
airspace. The unsafe condition, if not addressed, could result in a 
potential mid-air collision within RVSM airspace.

Discussion of Final Airworthiness Directive

Comments

    The FAA received a comment from Piaggio. The following presents the 
comment received on the NPRM and the FAA's response to the comment.

Request To Update Obsolete Contact Information for Piaggio

    Piaggio requested that the FAA revise the NPRM to update their 
contact information for service information.
    The FAA agrees and has updated the contact information for Piaggio 
accordingly.

Conclusion

    This product has been approved by the aviation authority of another 
country and is approved for operation in the United States. Pursuant to 
the FAA's bilateral agreement with this State of Design Authority, it 
has notified the FAA of the unsafe condition described in the MCAI and 
service information referenced above. The FAA reviewed the relevant 
data, considered the comment received, and determined that air safety 
requires adopting this AD as proposed. Accordingly, the FAA is issuing 
this AD to address the unsafe condition on this product. Except for the 
changes described previously, this AD is adopted as proposed in the 
NPRM. None of the changes will increase the economic burden on any 
operator.

Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51

    The FAA reviewed Piaggio Aero Industries S.p.A. A.S. Service 
Bulletin No. 80-0467, Revision 2, dated March 6, 2020, which specifies 
procedures for replacing the two ADCs and the DCM with improved parts.
    The FAA also reviewed Piaggio Aviation P.180 Avanti II/EVO 
Temporary Change No. 107, dated September 17, 2019, which updates the 
limitations section of the AFM by prohibiting operations in RVSM 
airspace if the ADCs and DCM have not been replaced.
    In addition, the FAA reviewed Piaggio Aviation P.180 Avanti EVO 
Maintenance Manual Temporary Revision No. 126, dated June 6, 2019, 
which updates and adds certain tasks for the navigation system.
    This service information is reasonably available because the 
interested parties have access to it through their normal course of 
business or by the means identified in the ADDRESSES section.

Differences Between This AD and the MCAI

    The MCAI requires informing all flight crews of the AFM revision 
and operating accordingly thereafter, and this AD does not because 
those actions are already required by FAA operating regulations.

Costs of Compliance

    The FAA estimates that this AD will affect 101 airplanes of U.S. 
registry.
    The FAA estimates the following costs to comply with this AD:

                                                 Estimated Costs
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                                                                                     Cost per      Cost on U.S.
             Action                    Labor cost              Parts cost            airplane        operators
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Revise AFM......................  1 work-hour x $85    Not Applicable...........             $85          $8,585
                                   per hour = $85.
Update AFM......................  1 work-hour x $85    Not Applicable...........              85           8,585
                                   per hour = $85.
Replace two ADCs and one DCM....  16 work-hours x $85  $21,900..................          23,260       2,349,260
                                   per hour = $1,360.
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Authority for This Rulemaking

    Title 49 of the United States Code specifies the FAA's authority to 
issue rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, section 106, describes the 
authority of the FAA Administrator. Subtitle VII: Aviation Programs, 
describes in more detail the scope of the Agency's authority.
    The FAA is issuing this rulemaking under the authority described in 
Subtitle VII, Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701: General requirements. 
Under that section, Congress charges the FAA with promoting safe flight 
of civil aircraft in air commerce by prescribing regulations for 
practices, methods, and procedures the Administrator finds necessary 
for safety in air commerce. This regulation is within the scope of that 
authority because it addresses an unsafe condition that is likely to 
exist or develop on products identified in this rulemaking action.

Regulatory Findings

    This AD will not have federalism implications under Executive Order 
13132. This AD will not have a substantial direct effect on the States, 
on the relationship between the national government and the States, or 
on the distribution of power and responsibilities among the various 
levels of government.
    For the reasons discussed above, I certify this AD:
    (1) Is not a ``significant regulatory action'' under Executive 
Order 12866,
    (2) Will not affect intrastate aviation in Alaska, and
    (3) Will not have a significant economic impact, positive or 
negative, on a substantial number of small entities under the criteria 
of the Regulatory Flexibility Act.

List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39

    Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation safety, Incorporation by 
reference, Safety.

The Amendment

    Accordingly, under the authority delegated to me by the 
Administrator, the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as follows:

PART 39--AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES

0
1. The authority citation for part 39 continues to read as follows:


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    Authority:  49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701.


Sec.  39.13  [Amended]

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2. The FAA amends Sec.  39.13 by adding the following new airworthiness 
directive:

2022-17-13 Piaggio Aero Industries S.p.A.: Amendment 39-22151; 
Docket No. FAA-2022-0397; Project Identifier MCAI-2021-01354-A.

(a) Effective Date

    This airworthiness directive (AD) is effective October 11, 2022.

(b) Affected ADs

    None.

(c) Applicability

    This AD applies to Piaggio Aero Industries S.p.A. Model P-180 
airplanes, serial number (S/N) 1002 and S/Ns 1105 through 3010 
inclusive, certificated in any category.

(d) Subject

    Joint Aircraft System Component (JASC) Code 3417, Air Data 
Computer.

(e) Unsafe Condition

    This AD was prompted by 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 altimetry 
system errors in the air data computers (ADCs) and stand-by 
instrument systems. The FAA is issuing this AD to prevent a mean 
altimetry system error measurement from exceeding the limits defined 
for operations within airspace designed as reduced vertical 
separation minimum (RVSM) airspace. The unsafe condition, if not 
addressed, could result in a potential mid-air collision within RVSM 
airspace.

(f) Compliance

    Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, 
unless already done.

(g) Required Actions

    (1) Within 24 months after the effective date of this AD, revise 
the Limitations section of the existing airplane flight manual (AFM) 
for your airplane by adding the information in Piaggio Aviation 
P.180 Avanti II/EVO Temporary Change No. 107, dated September 17, 
2019. Using a different document with language identical to that on 
page 2-33-bis or 2-33.C-bis (as applicable to the S/N of your 
airplane) of Piaggio Aviation P.180 Avanti II/EVO Temporary Change 
No. 107, dated September 17, 2019, is acceptable for compliance with 
this requirement.
    (2) Within 660 hours time-in-service after the effective date of 
this AD or 24 months after the effective date of this AD, whichever 
occurs first, modify the airplane by replacing the ADCs and 
detachable configuration module (DCM) in accordance with the 
Accomplishment Instructions, paragraphs (5) through (14), of Piaggio 
Aero Industries S.p.A. A.S. Service Bulletin No. 80-0467, Revision 
2, dated March 6, 2020, and revise the instructions for continued 
airworthiness for your airplane by incorporating the information in 
Piaggio Aviation P.180 Avanti EVO Maintenance Manual Temporary 
Revision No. 126, dated June 6, 2019.
    (3) The AFM revision required by paragraph (g)(1) of this AD, if 
included, may be removed after completing the actions required by 
paragraph (g)(2) of this AD.
    (4) As of the effective date of this AD, do not install on any 
airplane an ADC part number (P/N) 822-1109-018, DCM P/N 501-1870-31, 
or DCM P/N 501-1870-51.

(h) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs)

    (1) The Manager, International Validation Branch, FAA, has the 
authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested using the 
procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. In accordance with 14 CFR 39.19, 
send your request to your principal inspector or local Flight 
Standards District Office, as appropriate. If sending information 
directly to the manager of the certification office, send it to the 
attention of the person identified in paragraph (i)(1) of this AD 
and email to: [email protected].
    (2) Before using any approved AMOC, notify your appropriate 
principal inspector, or lacking a principal inspector, the manager 
of the local flight standards district office/certificate holding 
district office.

(i) Related Information

    (1) For more information about this AD, contact Mike Kiesov, 
Aviation Safety Engineer, General Aviation & Rotorcraft Section, 
International Validation Branch, FAA, 901 Locust, Room 301, Kansas 
City, MO 64106; phone: (816) 329-4144; email: [email protected].
    (2) Refer to MCAI European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) 
AD 2019-0269, dated October 29, 2019, for related information. You 
may examine the EASA AD at www.regulations.gov by searching for and 
locating Docket No. FAA-2022-0397.

(j) Material Incorporated by Reference

    (1) The Director of the Federal Register approved the 
incorporation by reference of the service information listed in this 
paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51.
    (2) You must use this service information as applicable to do 
the actions required by this AD, unless the AD specifies otherwise.
    (i) Piaggio Aero Industries S.p.A. A.S. Service Bulletin No. 80-
0467, Revision 2, dated March 6, 2020.
    (ii) Piaggio Aviation P.180 Avanti EVO Maintenance Manual 
Temporary Revision No. 126, dated June 6, 2019.
    (iii) Piaggio Aviation P.180 Avanti II/EVO Temporary Change No. 
107, dated September 17, 2019.
    (3) For service information identified in this AD, contact 
Piaggio Aero Industries S.p.A., P180 Customer Support, via Pionieri 
e Aviatori d'Italia, snc--16154 Genoa, Italy; phone: (+39) 331 679 
74 93; email: [email protected].
    (4) You may view this service information at the FAA, 
Airworthiness Products Section, Operational Safety Branch, 901 
Locust, Kansas City, MO 64106. For information on the availability 
of this material at the FAA, call (817) 222-5110.
    (5) You may view this service information that is incorporated 
by reference at the National Archives and Records Administration 
(NARA). For information on the availability of this material at 
NARA, email: [email protected], or go to: www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-locations.html.

    Issued on August 12, 2022.
Gaetano A. Sciortino,
Deputy Director for Strategic Initiatives, Compliance & Airworthiness 
Division, Aircraft Certification Service.
[FR Doc. 2022-19055 Filed 9-2-22; 8:45 am]
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