AD 2010-13-07
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Piper | Aircraft | Airworthiness Directives; Piper Aircraft, Inc. Models PA-32R-301T and PA-46-350P Airplanes |
| engine | Lycoming | 40D21162-340M or Eaton/Aeroquip 55677-340M with an improved design Eaton/Aeroquip P/N NH1009399-10 or Lycoming P/N 40D23255-340M | Airworthiness Directives; Piper Aircraft, Inc. Models PA-32R-301T and PA-46-350P Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Failure of the V-band exhaust coupling due to insufficient strength or improper installation could lead to exhaust system failure, posing a risk to the airplane's structural integrity and flight safety.
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Required Actions
Replace V-band exhaust couplings, part number Lycoming 40D21162-340M or Eaton/Aeroquip 55677-340M, with an improved design Eaton/Aeroquip part number NH1009399-10 or Lycoming part number 40D23255-340M.
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Compliance Time
Before further flight
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Affected Aircraft
Piper Aircraft, Inc. Models PA-32R-301T and PA-46-350P airplanes equipped with the affected V-band exhaust couplings.
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