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Federal Register · July 30, 2025
The title they went with Airworthiness Directives; Piaggio Aviation S.p.A. Airplanes Noisy translates that to

Airlines can keep flying Piaggio P-180 planes without extra inspections

What happened
US aviation regulators removed a restriction on certain Piaggio P-180 airplanes. This means operators of these planes no longer need to perform repetitive inspections of the horizontal stabilizer.
Why it matters
Aviation regulators sometimes issue directives that require specific maintenance or inspections for safety reasons. This document corrects a previous directive that was too strict. It reduces the operational burden and cost for airlines that fly these particular planes.
The signal
Watch for any new safety incidents or further directives related to the horizontal stabilizer on Piaggio P-180 aircraft.
If you insist
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