AD 80-12-03
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Piper Aircraft Inc. | PA-44-180 | Airworthiness Directives; Piper Model PA-44-180 Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Nose landing gear retraction during landing rollout or ground operations
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Required Actions
Replace the nose landing gear downlock hook and bushing in accordance with Piper Service Bulletin No. 678 or equivalent manner approved by the FAA, and make appropriate maintenance record entry.
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Compliance Time
within the next 50 hours time in service after the effective date of this AD
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Affected Aircraft
Piper Model PA-44-180, Serial Numbers 44-7995001 through 44-8095020
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Retrieved: Apr 8, 2026
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