Piper PA-24 Comanche 260 — Weight And Balance

This document is a Service Bulletin issued by Piper Aircraft Corporation, specifically addressing the installation of rudder balance weights on the PA-24-180, PA-24-250, and PA-24-260 Comanche models. The bulletin emphasizes the importance of this installation to prevent adverse airplane vibration effects, particularly at higher speeds, thereby enhancing safety. It outlines compliance requirements, including a specified time frame for installation and the provision of necessary materials and labor allowances at no cost to the aircraft owner. The bulletin is effective from October 9, 1972, and urges pilots and owners to contact their Piper dealer for compliance arrangements.

• The Service Bulletin is effective from October 9, 1972.
• Affected models include PA-24-180, PA-24-250, and PA-24-260.
• Compliance is required within 50 hours of operation or by January 1, 1973.
• Rudder balance weights are crucial for preventing adverse vibration effects at higher speeds.
• Piper will provide installation kits and labor allowances free of charge.