Piper PA-32 6X / 6XT Model Guide
Piper PA-32 6X / 6XT · Model Guide
Overview
The Piper PA-32 6X / 6XT is a single-engine piston Piper built 2003-2009 and seating 6 to 7. The 6X is the PA-32-301FT and the 6XT is the PA-32-301XTC. The supplied documents give no payload, speed or range figures, so this guide covers equipment and the service items to check in the records.
- Two variants: PA-32-301FT (6X) and PA-32-301XTC (6XT). Service documents list serials 3232001-3232074 (6X) and 3255001-3255051 (6XT).
- The Avidyne Entegra EXP5000 PFD has a pilot's guide covering both the 6X and the 6XT; service bulletins list some 6XT serials as 'with Entegra'.
- A 20-amp standby alternator has been factory equipment on new PA32s since late 2005. A B&C STC kit is approved for 6X and 6XT serials.
- The supplied documents have no performance, weight or price data. Take those from the specific aircraft's own handbook.
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Reference only, not for flight. Use the current approved manual for your aircraft. See terms, section 5.
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Document details
- Type ·
- Model Guide
- Year ·
- 2026
- File size ·
- 47 KB
- Copy found at ·
- sprinkle.com
Which models make up the Piper PA-32 6X / 6XT?
The Piper PA-32 6X / 6XT covers the PA-32-301FT (6X) and the PA-32-301XTC (6XT). The library lists it as a piston single built 2003-2009 with 6 to 7 seats.
Does the Piper PA-32 6X / 6XT have a backup electrical source?
The Piper PA-32 6X / 6XT can have a B&C 20-amp standby alternator. Piper has fitted it as factory equipment on new PA32s since late 2005, and the B&C STC covers 6X and 6XT serials.
What recurring inspections apply to the Piper PA-32 6X / 6XT?
For the Piper PA-32 6X / 6XT, SL 1327G requires wing walk inspections every 50 hours. SL 1095A requires hail-dent checks every 250 hours or annually, whichever comes first. Both letters apply on the conditions they state.
What is the Piper PA-32 6X / 6XT Model Guide?
The Piper PA-32 6X / 6XT Model Guide is a model guide for the Piper PA-32 6X / 6XT, dated 2026.
What year was the Piper PA-32 6X / 6XT Model Guide published?
The Piper PA-32 6X / 6XT Model Guide — the Piper PA-32 6X / 6XT model guide on file — is dated 2026.
Most owners only have the POH. Here's the essential set for the Piper PA-32 6X / 6XT.
- Pilot's Operating Handbook / AFM
- Checklist
- Maintenance Manual
- Parts Catalog (IPC)
- Systems & Wiring
- Service Bulletins on file
- Type Certificate (TCDS)
More Piper PA-32 6X / 6XTmanuals & documents
- SERVICE LETTER NO. 1346Airworthiness Directives
- SERVICE LETTER NO. 1327GSpecifications
- SERVICE LETTER NO. 1095AWeight & Balance
- PA32_Info_Rev. C (07/18/19)Wiring Diagrams
- General Information on PA32 Standby AlternatorsChecklist
- SERVICE BULLETIN NO. 1197DParts Catalog
- 2010 GAMA Statistical Databook & Industry OutlookTraining Manual
- SERVICE BULLETIN NO. 1197BNormal Procedures
- Piper PA28 and PA32 EXP5000 Primary Flight Display Pilot’s GuidePilot's Operating Handbook
- PA-32-301FT / 301XTC MAINTENANCE MANUALPilot's Operating Handbook
- Cherokee Six 300 Information ManualPilot's Operating Handbook
- Service Bulletin for Piper PA-32 6X / 6XTService Bulletins
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In this document
Service documents to check
Confirm compliance in the logbooks. SB 1197D (control wheel shaft) and SB 1251 (stabilator trim barrel) were due by 100 hours after the next scheduled maintenance. SL 1327G (wing walk) needs inspection every 50 hours. SL 1346 (spar box) applies whenever lower wing spar bolts are removed. SL 1095A covers hail dents.
Maintenance manual and STCs
Maintenance Manual 766-854 for the PA-32-301FT 6X and PA-32-301XTC 6XT is the Instructions for Continued Airworthiness. Chapter 4 holds the airworthiness limitations and Chapter 5 the inspection program. Its instructions do not cover non-Piper STC installations, so ask for the STC owner's own instructions.
Electrical and avionics
The B&C standby alternator provides 20 amps if the primary alternator fails and turns on automatically. A panel annunciator flashes if the load exceeds 20 amps. The Entegra EXP5000 PFD guide covers the 6X and 6XT, so check which avionics and standby system a given aircraft actually has.
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Safety notes
- If a stabilator trim cable fails, the trim tab stays frozen. Disconnect the autopilot and expect higher pitch control forces when changing configuration or airspeed (SB 1251).
- Any crack found in the structure must be repaired before the next flight (SL 1095A, hail dents).
- Whenever the lower main wing spar attach bolts are removed, inspect the spar box bolt holes for damage (SL 1346).
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Full document text
Piper PA-32 6X / 6XT Model Guide The Piper PA-32 6X / 6XT is a single-engine piston Piper built 2003-2009 and seating 6 to 7. The 6X is the PA-32-301FT and the 6XT is the PA-32-301XTC. The supplied documents give no payload, speed or range figures, so this guide covers equipment and the service items to check in the records. • Two variants: PA-32-301FT (6X) and PA-32-301XTC (6XT). Service documents list serials 3232001-3232074 (6X) and 3255001-3255051 (6XT). • The Avidyne Entegra EXP5000 PFD has a pilot's guide covering both the 6X and the 6XT; service bulletins list some 6XT serials as 'with Entegra'. • A 20-amp standby alternator has been factory equipment on new PA32s since late 2005. A B&C STC kit is approved for 6X and 6XT serials. • The supplied documents have no performance, weight or price data. Take those from the specific aircraft's own handbook. Service documents to check Confirm compliance in the logbooks. SB 1197D (control wheel shaft) and SB 1251 (stabilator trim barrel) were due by 100 hours after the next scheduled maintenance. SL 1327G (wing walk) needs inspection every 50 hours. SL 1346 (spar box) applies whenever lower wing spar bolts are removed. SL 1095A covers hail dents. Maintenance manual and STCs Maintenance Manual 766-854 for the PA-32-301FT 6X and PA-32-301XTC 6XT is the Instructions for Continued Airworthiness. Chapter 4 holds the airworthiness limitations and Chapter 5 the inspection program. Its instructions do not cover non-Piper STC installations, so ask for the STC owner's own instructions. Electrical and avionics The B&C standby alternator provides 20 amps if the primary alternator fails and turns on automatically. A panel annunciator flashes if the load exceeds 20 amps. The Entegra EXP5000 PFD guide covers the 6X and 6XT, so check which avionics and standby system a given aircraft actually has. Safety notes: • If a stabilator trim cable fails, the trim tab stays frozen. Disconnect the autopilot and expect higher pitch control forces when changing configuration or airspeed (SB 1251). • Any crack found in the structure must be repaired before the next flight (SL 1095A, hail dents). • Whenever the lower main wing spar attach bolts are removed, inspect the spar box bolt holes for damage (SL 1346).