Turkish drone manufacturer Baykar Technologies has successfully acquired Italy’s Piaggio Aerospace, following approval from the Italian Ministry of Enterprises and Made in Italy. This acquisition represents a significant milestone for Baykar, the leading global producer of unmanned combat aerial vehicles (UCAVs), who successfully outperformed international rivals to secure this historic aviation firm.
Read more: Baykar Technologies acquires Italian aviation giant Piaggio Aerospace
This Recommended Service Bulletin (RSB) applies to P.180 MSN 3011 to 3016 aircraft.
Read more: SB-80-0390 (Elevator Hinge Fitting Attaching Fasteners Inspection)
Publication affected
P.180 Avanti Pilot’s Operating Handbook and EASA Approved Airplane Flight Manual (Rep. 6591, Reissued June 19, 1992, or later revisions).
Applicability
Airplanes S/N from 1004 to 1104 (not installing S.B. 80-0484)
Publication Affected
P.180 Avanti II EASA Approved Airplane Flight Manual (Rep. 180-MAN-0010-01100, Issued October 21, 2005, or later revisions).
Applicability
P.180 Avanti II/EVO
Read more: P.180 Avanti II / Evo AFM Tempoerary Change N.153 (2/19/2024)
How do you handle an engine failure during takeoff in a 737 or large multi-engine jet? The answer usually comes down to a V-speed we don't use in light aircraft - V1.
V1 - It's Time To Make A Decision
V1 is often called the "takeoff decision speed" or the "critical-engine failure recognition speed." They're ambiguous terms - but you can distill them into a straightforward thought. If you lose an engine after V1, you'll continue the takeoff.
We are thrilled to announce that SimsAir Aviation Services will host a visit from the Piaggio Factory team on Monday, March 4th, 2024. This visit marks an exciting opportunity for us to strengthen our partnership further and enhance customer support for P180 Avanti operators in the USA.
Read more: SimsAir Aviation Services Welcomes Piaggio P180 Avanti Factory Visit