AD 2015-20-13

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Airworthiness Directives; Piper Aircraft, Inc. Airplanes

AD Number
2015-20-13
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
aircraft
Docket
Docket No. FAA-2015-4085
FR Citation
80 FR 61725

Applicability

TypeManufacturerModelDetails
aircraft Piper Aircraft Airworthiness Directives; Piper Aircraft, Inc. Airplanes

Unsafe Condition

Cracks in the right wing rib at wing station 140.09, formed during production due to changes in tooling and processes, reduce structural integrity and the wing rib's ability to carry ultimate load.

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Required Actions

Inspect the right wing rib at wing station 140.09 for cracks and take necessary corrective action, including obtaining an FAA-approved repair if cracks are found.

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Compliance Time

Before further flight

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Affected Aircraft

Piper Aircraft, Inc. Models PA-28-161, PA-28-181, and PA-28R-201 airplanes.

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