Airworthiness Directives; Costruzioni Aeronautiche Tecnam S.P.A. Airplanes
Key claim: Operators of Tecnam Model P2006T airplanes must inspect for and replace defective engine shock mounts to prevent engine mount structural damage.
Abstract
(Proposed Rule · Transportation Department, Federal Aviation Administration) The FAA proposes to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all Costruzioni Aeronautiche Tecnam S.P.A. (Tecnam) Model P2006T airplanes. This proposed AD was prompted by a report of damage on the engine mount structure caused by defective non-conforming engine shock mounts being installed. This proposed AD would require inspecting for the installation of non-conforming engine shock mounts and replacing any non-conforming engine shock mount with an approved part. This proposed AD would also prohibit installation of a non-conforming engine shock mount on any airplane. The FAA is proposing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.
Why this matters
The proposal addresses defective engine shock mounts on Tecnam P2006T airplanes to prevent structural damage to the engine mounts. If finalized, it would add inspection and replacement obligations for affected operators; it does not yet establish final requirements.