Piper PA-28 Archer — Airworthiness Directives
1 airworthiness directives reference for the Piper PA-28 Archer.
Overview · Airworthiness Directive 2013-02-13 · 2013
This Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2013-02-13 addresses safety concerns related to the horizontal stabilator control system in various Piper Aircraft models, including the PA-28 series. The directive was prompted by reports of control cable assembly failures that could lead to a loss of pitch control. The AD mandates inspections of the stabilator control system and the replacement of any defective parts. Compliance with this directive is crucial to ensure the safety of the affected aircraft. The effective date of the AD is March 11, 2013, and it applies to a wide range of Piper models, emphasizing the need for vigilance in maintenance practices to prevent potential accidents.
- Effective date of AD: March 11, 2013.
- Inspection required for stabilator control system based on aircraft age.
- Cost of inspection: $425 per aircraft.
- Repetitive inspections every 2,000 hours or 7 years, whichever comes first.
- Immediate replacement of damaged parts is mandatory before further flight.