Summary
We propose to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all Piaggio Aero Industries S.p.A Model P-180 airplanes. This proposed AD results from 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 describes the unsafe condition as cracks at the joint between the hinge pin sub- assembly and the lock pin of the main landing gear lever hinge fitting. We are issuing this proposed AD to require actions to address the unsafe condition on these products.