Rule2025-02638
Airworthiness Directives; Costruzioni Aeronautiche Tecnam S.P.A Airplanes
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Published
February 14, 2025
Effective
March 3, 2025
Issuing agencies
Transportation DepartmentFederal Aviation Administration
Abstract
The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Costruzioni Aeronautiche Tecnam S.P.A. (Tecnam) Model P2010 and P2010 TDI airplanes. This AD was prompted by the disconnection of a rudder pedals torque tube from one of its hinges. This AD requires modifying the airplane by installing larger diameter retainer washers on both the left-hand (LH) and right-hand (RH) rudder pedals torque tube hinges, installing new self-locking nuts, doing a functional or operating test of the system to ensure the retaining washers are installed properly, and applying a torque stripe on the LH and RH nuts and bolts threads. The FAA is issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.
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[Federal Register Volume 90, Number 30 (Friday, February 14, 2025)]
[Rules and Regulations]
[Pages 9599-9601]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [<a href="http://www.gpo.gov">www.gpo.gov</a>]
[FR Doc No: 2025-02638]
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA-2025-0202; Project Identifier MCAI-2024-00739-A;
Amendment 39-22957; AD 2025-03-09]
RIN 2120-AA64
Airworthiness Directives; Costruzioni Aeronautiche Tecnam S.P.A
Airplanes
AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT.
ACTION: Final rule; request for comments.
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SUMMARY: The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for
certain Costruzioni Aeronautiche Tecnam S.P.A. (Tecnam) Model P2010 and
P2010 TDI airplanes. This AD was prompted by the disconnection of a
rudder pedals torque tube from one of its hinges. This AD requires
modifying the airplane by installing larger diameter retainer washers
on both the left-hand (LH) and right-hand (RH) rudder pedals torque
tube hinges, installing new self-locking nuts, doing a functional or
operating test of the system to ensure the retaining washers are
installed properly, and applying a torque stripe on the LH and RH nuts
and bolts threads. The FAA is issuing this AD to address the unsafe
condition on these products.
DATES: This AD is effective March 3, 2025.
The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by
reference of a certain publication listed in this AD as of March 3,
2025.
The FAA must receive comments on this AD by March 31, 2025.
ADDRESSES: You may send comments, using the procedures found in 14 CFR
11.43 and 11.45, by any of the following methods:
<bullet> Federal eRulemaking Portal: Go to <a href="http://regulations.gov">regulations.gov</a>. Follow
the instructions for submitting comments.
<bullet> Fax: (202) 493-2251.
<bullet> Mail: U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket
Operations, M-30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12-140, 1200 New
Jersey Avenue SE, Washington, DC 20590.
<bullet> Hand Delivery: Deliver to Mail address above between 9
a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays.
AD Docket: You may examine the AD docket at <a href="http://regulations.gov">regulations.gov</a> under
Docket No. FAA-2025-0202; 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 mandatory continuing airworthiness
information (MCAI), any comments received, and other information. The
street address for Docket Operations is listed above.
Material Incorporated by Reference:
<bullet> For Tecnam material identified in this AD, contact TECNAM
Costruzioni Aeronautiche S.p.A., Via Maiorise, 81043 Capua CE, Italy;
phone: +39 0823 997538; email: <a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#70041513181e1913111c5e030500001f0204304c1150180215164d" http: tecnam.com">tecnam.com</a>">technical.support@<a href="http://tecnam.com">tecnam.com</a></a>; website:
<a href="http://tecnam.com">tecnam.com</a>.
<bullet> You may view this material 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 <a href="http://regulations.gov">regulations.gov</a> under
Docket No. FAA-2025-0202.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Emma Copeland, Aviation Safety
Engineer, FAA, 1600 Stewart Avenue, Suite 410, Westbury, NY 11590;
phone: (678) 227-4257; email: <a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#b1f4dcdcd09ffc9ff2dec1d4ddd0dfd5f1d7d0d09fd6dec7"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="36735b5b57187b18755946535a5758527650575718515940">[email protected]</span></a>.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Comments Invited
The FAA invites you to send any written data, views, or arguments
about this final rule. Send your comments to an address listed under
ADDRESSES. Include ``Docket No. FAA-2025-0202; Project Identifier MCAI-
2024-00739-A'' at the beginning of your comments. The most helpful
comments reference a specific portion of the final rule, explain the
reason for any recommended change, and include supporting data. The FAA
will consider all comments received by the closing date and may amend
this final rule because of those comments.
Except for Confidential Business Information (CBI) as described in
the following paragraph, and other information as described in 14 CFR
11.35, the FAA will post all comments received, without change, to
<a href="http://regulations.gov">regulations.gov</a>, including any personal information you provide. The
agency will also post a report summarizing each substantive verbal
contact received about this final rule.
Confidential Business Information
CBI is commercial or financial information that is both customarily
and actually treated as private by its owner. Under the Freedom of
Information Act (FOIA) (5 U.S.C. 552), CBI is exempt from public
disclosure. If your comments responsive to this AD contain commercial
or financial information that is customarily treated as private, that
you actually treat as private, and
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that is relevant or responsive to this AD, it is important that you
clearly designate the submitted comments as CBI. Please mark each page
of your submission containing CBI as ``PROPIN.'' The FAA will treat
such marked submissions as confidential under the FOIA, and they will
not be placed in the public docket of this AD. Submissions containing
CBI should be sent to Emma Copeland, Aviation Safety Engineer, FAA,
1600 Stewart Avenue, Suite 410, Westbury, NY 11590. Any commentary that
the FAA receives which is not specifically designated as CBI will be
placed in the public docket for this rulemaking.
Background
The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), which is the
Technical Agent for the Member States of the European Union, has issued
AD 2024-0239, dated December 10, 2024 (EASA AD 2024-0239) (also
referred to as the MCAI), to correct an unsafe condition on certain
serial-numbered Tecnam Model P2010 and P2010 TDI airplanes, except
those on which Tecnam Modification MOD2010/359 has been embodied. The
MCAI states that an occurrence was reported of the disconnection of a
rudder pedals torque tube from one of its hinges. The unsafe condition,
if not addressed, could result in the rudder pedals assembly slipping
out of its housing, resulting in the inability of the flightcrew to
maintain the safe flight and landing of the airplane and loss of
control of the airplane. To address the unsafe condition, Tecnam
designed Modification MOD2010/359, which introduces larger diameter
retainer washers on the LH and RH rudder pedals torque tube hinges, and
issued a modification service bulletin for in-service airplanes. EASA
issued the MCAI to require modification of in-service airplanes.
The FAA is issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these
products. You may examine the MCAI in the AD docket at <a href="http://regulations.gov">regulations.gov</a>
under Docket No. FAA-2025-0202.
Material Incorporated by Reference Under 1 CFR Part 51
The FAA reviewed TECNAM Service Bulletin No. 817-CS-Ed. 1, Rev. 1,
dated December 11, 2024 (TECNAM SB 817-CS-Ed. 1, Rev. 1). This material
specifies procedures for modifying the LH and RH rudder pedals torque
tube hinges by installing larger diameter retainer washers on the LH
and RH rudder pedals torque tube hinges.
This material 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.
FAA's Determination
These products have been approved by the aviation authority of
another country and are 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 material referenced above. The FAA is issuing this AD
after determining that the unsafe condition described previously is
likely to exist or develop on other products of the same type design.
AD Requirements
This AD requires accomplishing the actions specified in TECNAM SB
817-CS-Ed. 1, Rev. 1, described previously.
Justification for Immediate Adoption and Determination of the Effective
Date
Section 553(b) of the Administrative Procedure Act (APA) (5 U.S.C.
551 et seq.) authorizes agencies to dispense with notice and comment
procedures for rules when the agency, for ``good cause,'' finds that
those procedures are ``impracticable, unnecessary, or contrary to the
public interest.'' Under this section, an agency, upon finding good
cause, may issue a final rule without providing notice and seeking
comment prior to issuance. Further, section 553(d) of the APA
authorizes agencies to make rules effective in less than thirty days,
upon a finding of good cause.
An unsafe condition exists that requires the immediate adoption of
this AD without providing an opportunity for public comments prior to
adoption. The FAA has found that the risk to the flying public
justifies foregoing notice and comment prior to adoption of this rule
because a rudder pedal torque tube disconnecting from one of its hinges
could cause the rudder pedals assembly to slip out of its housing
resulting in the inability of the flightcrew to maintain the safe
flight and landing of the airplane. Since this condition can result
rapidly and without warning, the FAA has determined that the rudder
pedal torque tube hinges must be modified within 25 hours time-in-
service or 30 days, whichever occurs first after the effective date of
this AD. These compliance times are shorter than the time necessary for
the public to comment and for publication of the final rule.
Accordingly, notice and opportunity for prior public comment are
impracticable and contrary to the public interest pursuant to 5 U.S.C.
553(b).
In addition, the FAA finds that good cause exists pursuant to 5
U.S.C. 553(d) for making this amendment effective in less than 30 days,
for the same reasons the FAA found good cause to forgo notice and
comment.
Regulatory Flexibility Act
The requirements of the Regulatory Flexibility Act (RFA) do not
apply when an agency finds good cause pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 553 to adopt
a rule without prior notice and comment. Because the FAA has determined
that it has good cause to adopt this rule without prior notice and
comment, RFA analysis is not required.
Costs of Compliance
The FAA estimates that this AD affects 100 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 product operators
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Modify the airplane (including 1 work-hour x $85 per $30 $115 $11,500
installing larger diameter retainer hour = $85.
washers, installing new self-locking
nuts, doing a functional or operating
test of the system, and applying a
torque stripe on the LH and RH nuts
and bolts threads).
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The FAA has included all known costs in its cost estimate.
According to the manufacturer, however, some of the costs of this AD
may be covered under warranty, thereby reducing the cost impact on
affected operators.
Authority for This Rulemaking
Title 49 of the United States Code specifies the FAA's authority to
issue
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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 that this AD:
(1) Is not a ``significant regulatory action'' under Executive
Order 12866, and
(2) Will not affect intrastate aviation in Alaska.
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
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1. The authority citation for part 39 continues to read as follows:
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:
2025-03-09 Costruzioni Aeronautiche Tecnam S.P.A.: Amendment 39-
22957; Docket No. FAA-2025-0202; Project Identifier MCAI-2024-00739-
A.
(a) Effective Date
This airworthiness directive (AD) is effective March 3, 2025.
(b) Affected ADs
None.
(c) Applicability
This AD applies to Costruzioni Aeronautiche Tecnam S.P.A.
(Tecnam) Model P2010 and P2010 TDI airplanes, all serial numbers (S/
Ns) up to and including S/N 317, certificated in any category,
except those on which the Tecnam modification MOD2010/359 has been
installed.
(d) Subject
Joint Aircraft System Component (JASC) Code 2720, Rudder Control
System.
(e) Unsafe Condition
This AD was prompted by the disconnection of a rudder pedals
torque tube from one of its hinges. The FAA is issuing this AD to
address the unsafe condition. The unsafe condition, if not
addressed, could result in the rudder pedals assembly slipping out
of its housing, resulting in the inability of the flightcrew to
maintain the safe flight and landing of the airplane and loss of
control of the airplane.
(f) Compliance
Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified,
unless already done.
(g) Required Actions
Within 25 hours time-in-service or 30 days, whichever occurs
first after the effective date of this AD, modify your airplane by
installing larger diameter retainer washers on the left-hand (LH)
and right-hand (RH) rudder pedals torque tube hinges, installing new
self-locking nuts, doing a functional or operating test of the
system to ensure the retaining washers are installed properly and do
not interfere with the lugs, and applying a torque stripe on the LH
and RH nuts and bolts threads, in accordance with steps N 3, 4, 5,
6, and 7 of Appendix B, Accomplishment Instructions, in TECNAM
Service Bulletin No. 817-CS-Ed. 1, Rev. 1, dated December 11, 2024.
(h) Special Flight Permits
A one-time special flight permit may be issued in accordance
with 14 CFR 21.197 and 21.199 in order to fly to a maintenance base
to perform the required action in this AD provided it is a non-
revenue flight and limited to only essential flight crew.
(i) Credit for Previous Actions
You may take credit for the actions required by paragraph (g) of
this AD if you performed those actions before the effective date of
this AD using TECNAM Service Bulletin No. 817-CS-Ed. 1, Rev. 0,
dated December 6, 2024.
(j) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs)
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 International Validation Branch, send
it to the attention of the person identified in paragraph (k)(1) of
this AD and email to: <a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#32737f7d71725453531c555d44"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="682925272b280e0909460f071e">[email protected]</span></a>. 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.
(k) Additional Information
(1) For more information about this AD, contact Emma Copeland,
Aviation Safety Engineer, FAA, 1600 Stewart Avenue, Suite 410,
Westbury, NY 11590; phone: (678) 227-4257; email:
<a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#ace9c1c1cd82e182efc3dcc9c0cdc2c8eccacdcd82cbc3da"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="16537b7b77385b38557966737a7778725670777738717960">[email protected]</span></a>.
(2) Material identified in this AD that is not incorporated by
reference is available at the address specified in paragraph (l)(3)
of this AD.
(l) Material Incorporated by Reference
(1) The Director of the Federal Register approved the
incorporation by reference (IBR) of the material listed in this
paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51.
(2) You must use this material as applicable to do the actions
required by this AD, unless the AD specifies otherwise.
(i) TECNAM Service Bulletin No. 817-CS-Ed. 1, Rev. 1, dated
December 11, 2024.
(ii) [Reserved]
(3) For Tecnam material identified in this AD, contact TECNAM
Costruzioni Aeronautiche S.p.A., Via Maiorise, 81043 Capua CE,
Italy; phone: +39 0823 997538; email: <a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#9aeefff9f2f4f3f9fbf6b4e9efeaeaf5e8eedaa6fbbaf2e8fffca7" http: tecnam.com">tecnam.com</a>">technical.support@<a href="http://tecnam.com">tecnam.com</a></a>;
website: <a href="http://tecnam.com">tecnam.com</a>.
(4) You may view this material 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 material at the National Archives and
Records Administration (NARA). For information on the availability
of this material at NARA, visit <a href="http://www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-locations">www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-locations</a> or email <a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#4325316d2a2d30332620372a2c2d032d2231226d242c35"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="3254401c5b5c41425751465b5d5c725c5340531c555d44">[email protected]</span></a>.
Issued on February 7, 2025.
Victor Wicklund,
Deputy Director, Compliance & Airworthiness Division, Aircraft
Certification Service.
[FR Doc. 2025-02638 Filed 2-13-25; 8:45 am]
BILLING CODE 4910-13-P
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