AD 80-21-11
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Piper Aircraft Inc. | PA-44-180 | Airworthiness Directives; Piper Model PA-44-180 Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Binding of the aileron push rod which could result in fatigue failure of the rod and possible loss of aileron control
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Required Actions
Inspect and clean the aileron push rod and bearing ball, lubricate per the Piper PA-44 Service Manual, and if necessary, replace the aileron push rod and bellcrank assembly with new or serviceable parts. Rerig the aileron control system and make appropriate maintenance record entry.
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Compliance Time
within the next 25 hours time in service after the effective date of this AD
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Affected Aircraft
Piper Model PA-44-180 (Seminole), serial numbers 44-7995001 through 44-8095027
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Retrieved: Apr 8, 2026
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