AD 76-15-08
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Piper Aircraft Inc. | PA-28R-180 | Airworthiness Directives; Piper Models PA-28R-200, PA-32R-300, and PA-28R-180 Airplane |
| aircraft | Piper Aircraft Inc. | PA-28R-200 | Airworthiness Directives; Piper Models PA-28R-200, PA-32R-300, and PA-28R-180 Airplane |
| aircraft | Piper Aircraft Inc. | PA-32R-300 | Airworthiness Directives; Piper Models PA-28R-200, PA-32R-300, and PA-28R-180 Airplane |
Unsafe Condition
Cracks on the nose gear trunnion ear to which the nose landing gear arm spring is attached could lead to nose gear collapse.
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Required Actions
Remove engine cowlings, place aircraft on jacks, remove specific assist springs and components, install Piper Nose Gear Trunnion Modification Kit 761 074V, reassemble, reinstall cowlings, test gear operation, and remove jacks. An equivalent repair may be approved.
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Compliance Time
Compliance required prior to the next flight unless already accomplished.
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Affected Aircraft
Piper Models PA-28R-180, PA-28R-200 (serial numbers 28R-7635001 to 28R-7635432), and PA-32R-300 (serial numbers 32R-7680001 to 32R-7680437). Includes airplanes with Nose Gear Trunnion Assembly (Piper part number 67054-00V) replaced between August 1, 1975, and August 1, 1976.
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