AD 79-08-05
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Aerostar Aircraft Corporation | PA-60-600 (Aerostar 600) | Airworthiness Directives; Aerostar Models 600, 601, and 601P Airplanes |
| aircraft | Aerostar Aircraft Corporation | PA-60-601 (Aerostar 601) | Airworthiness Directives; Aerostar Models 600, 601, and 601P Airplanes |
| aircraft | Aerostar Aircraft Corporation | PA-60-601P (Aerostar 601P) | Airworthiness Directives; Aerostar Models 600, 601, and 601P Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Fuel leakage in the area aft of the fire wall in the engine nacelles could lead to fire or explosion.
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Required Actions
Within 10 hours time in service from the AD's effective date, check the lower engine nacelle cowling and lower wing surface for fuel leakage indications before each flight. Within 90 days or by the next annual inspection, rework the aft nacelle and firewall area per Service Bulletin 600-80. Repair any leaks found before further flight.
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Compliance Time
Within 10 hours time in service from the effective date of this AD for initial checks, and within 90 days or by the next annual inspection after the effective date, whichever occurs later, for rework.
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Affected Aircraft
Aerostar Aircraft Corporation PA-60-600 (Aerostar 600), PA-60-601 (Aerostar 601), and PA-60-601P (Aerostar 601P) airplanes certificated in all categories.
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Retrieved: Apr 8, 2026
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