Piper PA-32 Cherokee Six — Service Bulletins

This Service Bulletin No. 1242A from Piper Aircraft, Inc. addresses the inspection and modification of the rudder pedal assembly for specific aircraft models, including the Piper PA-32-260 Cherokee Six. The bulletin supersedes previous service letters and outlines mandatory compliance for affected aircraft. It details the reasons for the inspection, which is to identify potential cracks in the rudder pedal and bar assembly, and provides instructions for both modification and inspection. Compliance is mandatory for aircraft with 1,200 hours or more time in service, with specific timelines for inspections and modifications based on the aircraft's usage. The bulletin emphasizes the importance of maintaining the integrity of critical flight control components to ensure safety.

• Initial inspection for aircraft with 1,200 hours or more must occur at the next maintenance event, not exceeding 100 hours.
• Recurring inspections are required every 100 hours thereafter.
• Cracked components must be replaced before the next flight.
• Modification involves disassembly, inspection, and welding of new components as specified.
• Logbook entries are required to document compliance with this service bulletin.