Supplemental Type Certificate Number: 83-7 Revision 2
Piper PA-31 Navajo Chieftain · Type Certificate
Overview
This document is a Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) issued by the Australian Civil Aviation Safety Authority for modifications applicable to the Piper PA-31 series aircraft. It certifies the installation of a wing spar strap and an inspection program aimed at extending the life of the wing main spar lower cap for various models of the Piper PA-31, including the PA-31-300, PA-31-325, and PA-31-350. The STC outlines the conditions under which these modifications can be made and specifies the serial numbers of eligible aircraft. The document is intended for aircraft owners, maintenance personnel, and operators who need to ensure compliance with airworthiness requirements and the ongoing inspection program. It includes details on the certification basis, approved modification data, and the responsibilities of the certificate holder.
- This STC is applicable to Piper PA-31 series aircraft including models PA-31, PA-31-300, PA-31-325, and PA-31-350.
- Eligible serial numbers for PA-31 models start from 31-2, while PA-31-350 starts from 31-5001.
- The modifications include the installation of a wing spar strap and an inspection program for the wing main spar lower cap.
- The certification basis includes compliance with Civil Aviation Order 101.22 Issue 4 and FAA CAR 3 at amendment 8.
- The document specifies the responsibilities of the certificate holder regarding modifications and inspections.
Document
Source
Originally published by www.casa.gov.au. Sprinkle hosts a reference copy with an added summary, specifications and searchable full text.
Document details
- Type
- Type Certificate
- Year
- 2024
- Pages
- 3
- File size
- 446 KB
- Publisher
- www.casa.gov.au
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In this document
Applicability
The STC applies to Piper Navajo Series aircraft (Models PA-31, -300, -325) and Chieftain aircraft (PA-31-350) when modified according to specific engineering releases and subject to an ongoing inspection program.
Serial Numbers Eligible for Modification
Eligible serial numbers for the PA-31, PA-31-300, PA-31-325 aircraft start from 31-2 and up, excluding 31-7400991, 31-7512002, and 026. For the PA-31-350, eligible serial numbers start from 31-5001, excluding 31-7405218, 31-740238, 31-740483, 31-740490, 31-7552043, 31-7552076, and 31-7652144.
Certification Basis
The certification basis for the aircraft serial numbers included in the modification remains as specified by Type Certificate Data Sheet No. A20SO, and it adheres to Civil Aviation Order 101.22 Issue 4 and FAA CAR 3 at amendment 8.
Approved Modification Data
For the PA-31, PA-31-300, and PA-31-325, the approved modification data includes Gippsland Aeronautics Engineering Releases PA31-0001 and PA31-0003. For the PA-31-350, the relevant documents are PA31-0002 and PA31-0003.
Safety notes
- This approval should not be extended to aircraft with previously approved modifications unless assessed for airworthiness.
- The airframe life limitation still applies as per CASA AD/PIPER PA-31/37 Amendment 11.
Full document text
Australian Government Civil Aviation Safety Authority Supplemental Type Certificate Number: 83-7 Revision 2 This certificate issued to: GippsAero Pty Ltd ACN 140764 138 Latrobe Valley Airfield 75 Airfield Road, Traralgon Victoria 3844, Australia Certifies that the change in the type design for the following product when installed in accordance with the limitations and conditions specified, meets the airworthiness requirements of Civil Aviation Order 101.22 Issue 4 paragraph 3.61 including FAA CAR 3 at amendment 8 and CASA AD/PIPER PA-31/37 Amendment 11. Original Product: Type Acceptance Certificate Number: A126 Referenced TC Number: FAA A20SO Make/Model: Piper PA-31, PA-31-300, PA-31-325, PA-31-350 Description of Type Design Change; Installation of a Wing Spar Strap and incorporation of an Inspection Program to extend the life of the Wing Main Spar Lower cap of Piper Model PA-31, PA-31-300, PA-31-325 and PA-31-350 aircraft in accordance with Gippsland Aeronautics Engineering Releases. The Modification and Inspection Program of this Supplemental Type Certificate meets the requirements of para 1 .b of CASA AD/PIPER PA-31/37 Amendment 1 1. The airframe life limitation of para 2 of CASA AD/PIPER PA-31/37 Amendment 11 still applies. Limitations and Conditions: This approval should not be extended to aircraft of this model on which previously approved modifications are incorporated unless it is determined by the installer that the interrelationship between this modification and any of those previously approved modifications will produce no adverse effect upon the airworthiness of that aircraft. If the holder agrees to permit another person to use this certificate to alter the product, the holder shall give the other person written evidence of that permission. This certificate and its Continuation Sheet shall remain in effect until suspended, cancelled or a termination date is otherwise established by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority. For any additional limitations and conditions, refer to Supplemental Type Certificate Continuation Sheet 83-7. Date of Issue: 14 August 1995 Date of Reissue: 28 April 2010, 05 April 2024 This certificate is issued pursuant to Regulation 21.113A of the Civil Aviation Safety Regulations 1998. •••' ///' ,^~ —'"'^ "fv'y "<!l.^ y>?^.>' Delegate of the Authority This certificate may be transfeffecMrTSecbrdancewith CASR (1998) 21.120 Page 1 of 3 CAS401 Printed GZ/SQK Supplemental Type Certificate (Continuation Sheet) Number: 83-7 Revision 2 Date of Issuance: 14 August 1995 Date Reissued: 28 April 2010, 05 April 2024 1. Certificate Holder The holder of Supplement Type Certificate Number 83-7 is: GippsAero Pty Ltd ACN 140 764 138 Latrobe Valley Airfield 75 Airfield Road, Traralgon VIC 3844, Australia Previous Supplemental Type Certificate holders: Gippsland Aeronautics Pty Ltd Latrobe Valley Airport Airport Road Morwell Victoria 2840 (P.O. Box 881, Morwell, VIC 3840) 2. Applicability This data sheet is applicable to Piper Navajo Series aircraft (Model PA-31, -300, -325) and Chieftain aircraft (PA31-350) when modified in accordance with Engineering Releases PA31-0001 and PA31-0002 respectively and subject to ongoing inspection program of Engineering Release PA31-0003. 3. Serial Numbers Eligible for IVIodification PA-31, PA-31-300, PA-31-325 aircraft: Serial numbers 31-2 and up except 31-7400991 and 31-7512002, 026. Piper PA-31-350 aircraft: Serial numbers 31-5001 and up except 31-7405218, 238, 483, 490; 31-7552043,076 and 31-7652144 4. Certification Basis The type certification basis for serial numbers included in Section 3 not changed or not affected by the change remain as specified by Type Certificate Data Sheet No.A20SO The type certification basis for parts changed or affected by the change for serial numbers included in Section 3 is based on Civil Aviation Order 101.22 Issue 4 paragraph 3.61 including FAA CAR 3 at amendment 8 and the requirements of CASA AD/PIPER PA-31/37 Amendment 11. 5. Documents 5.1 Approved modification data: PA-31, PA-31-300, PA-31-325 aircraft: Gippsland Aeronautics Pty Ltd Engineering Releases PA31-0001 Issue 1 (or later approved revision), PA31-0003 Issue 1 (or later approved revision) and drawing GA-0220 Issue 1 (or later approved revision). Piper PAS 1-350 aircraft: Gippsland Aeronautics Pty Ltd Engineering Releases PA31-0002 Issue 2 (or later approved revision), PA31-0003 Issue 1 (or later approved revision) and drawing GA-0199 Issue 2 (or later approved revision). This certificate may be transferred in accordance with CASR (1998) 21.120 Page 2 of 3 CAS402 Printed 11/2011 CIVIL AVIATION SAFETY AUTHORITY 5.2 Technical Substantiation Report: Gippsland Aeronautics Pty Ltd Technical Report 90-01 Issue 2 title PA31-310 and PA31-350 Inspection Schedule Justification Report, Volumes 1 and 2 - End - This certificate may be transferred in accordance with CASR (1998) 21.120 Page 3 of 3 Cf\SA02 Printed 1l/20tt CIVIL AVIATION SAFETY AUTHORITY