Cirrus SF50 Vision Jet — Other Documents

This document is an Airworthiness Directive (AD) issued by the FAA for all Cirrus Design Corporation Model SF50 airplanes. The directive addresses safety concerns related to the uncommanded activation of the Cirrus Airframe Parachute System (CAPS) autopilot mode during flight, which has been linked to accidents and incidents. The AD mandates specific actions to mitigate this risk, including revising the existing airplane flight manual (AFM) and implementing modifications to the aircraft's avionics and wiring. The document outlines compliance requirements, timelines, and procedures that must be followed by aircraft owners and operators to ensure safety and regulatory adherence.

• The AD affects all Cirrus SF50 airplanes due to safety concerns with the CAPS autopilot.
• Actions must be completed within 25 hours of time-in-service after the effective date of the AD.
• Pilots can perform required actions if they hold at least a private pilot certificate.
• The estimated cost for compliance is approximately $31,025 per aircraft.
• The AD mandates revisions to the existing AFM and modifications to the avionics and wiring.