AD 62-19-03
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Piper Aircraft Inc. | PA-28-150 | Airworthiness Directives; Piper All Model PA-28 Aircraft |
| aircraft | Piper Aircraft Inc. | PA-28-160 | Airworthiness Directives; Piper All Model PA-28 Aircraft |
| aircraft | Piper Aircraft Inc. | PA-28-180 | Airworthiness Directives; Piper All Model PA-28 Aircraft |
Unsafe Condition
Inflight failure of the propeller attach bolts due to under-torquing of the bolts.
AI-generated summary from the source AD text. Verify against the official source before acting.
Required Actions
Within the next 10 hours' time in service after the effective date, remove the propeller spinner and each propeller attach bolt. Inspect bolts for cracks in the threads using magnetic particle or FAA-approved equivalent inspection with a 5-power magnifying glass, and check grip shank for brinelled surfaces. Replace bolts with AN 76-41S if cracks or brinelling found, otherwise reinstall and torque to 300 inch-pounds. Alternatively, new bolts may be installed without inspection.
AI-generated summary from the source AD text. Verify against the official source before acting.
Compliance Time
Within the next 10 hours' time in service after the effective date of this AD
AI-generated summary from the source AD text. Verify against the official source before acting.
Affected Aircraft
Piper Aircraft Inc. PA-28-150, PA-28-160, PA-28-180 models, serial numbers 28-1 to 28-314 inclusive, 28-317 to 28-326 inclusive, 28-328 to 28-331 inclusive, 28-333 to 28-341 inclusive, 28-343, 28-345 to 28-348 inclusive, 28-351, 28-352, 28-356, 28-359, and 28-365.
AI-generated summary from the source AD text. Verify against the official source before acting.
Source: Official FAA Source ↗
Retrieved: Apr 8, 2026
Rights: U.S. Government Public Domain
This site is not affiliated with or endorsed by the FAA. Always verify with official sources.