Piper PA-46 Malibu — Service Bulletins

This document is an Airworthiness Directive (AD) issued by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority of Australia concerning the Piper PA-46 Malibu series aeroplanes. It specifically addresses models PA-46-310P and PA-46-350P, mandating actions to ensure the proper functioning of the Turbine Inlet Temperature (TIT) gauge and associated probe. The directive outlines inspection, calibration, and maintenance requirements to prevent unsafe conditions that could lead to engine damage or failure. It includes compliance timelines and specific procedures to be followed by operators and maintenance personnel. The document serves as a critical reference for maintaining airworthiness and operational safety of the affected aircraft models.

• Models affected: PA-46-310P and PA-46-350P.
• Immediate inspection and calibration of the TIT gauge required within 100 hours TIS.
• Revised emergency procedures must be added to the AFM/POH.
• Probe replacement is mandated after 250 hours TIS or within 100 hours TIS after the directive's effective date.
• Compliance is required as of the effective date: 10 August 2000.