AD 88-04-05
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Piper Aircraft Inc. | PA-34-200 | Airworthiness Directives; Piper Model PA-34-200, PA-34-200T and PA-34-220T Airplanes |
| aircraft | Piper Aircraft Inc. | PA-34-200T | Airworthiness Directives; Piper Model PA-34-200, PA-34-200T and PA-34-220T Airplanes |
| aircraft | Piper Aircraft Inc. | PA-34-220T | Airworthiness Directives; Piper Model PA-34-200, PA-34-200T and PA-34-220T Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
The forward baggage compartment door may open in flight due to inadequate latching mechanism and door modifications.
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Required Actions
Inspect, repair, and modify the forward baggage compartment door and latching mechanism per Piper Service Bulletin No. 872. Additionally, modify the door per Service Bulletins 633A and 633B if not previously done under prior ADs. Allow flight under FAR 21.197 to a location where AD can be accomplished.
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Compliance Time
within the next 50 hours time-in-service from the effective date of this AD unless already accomplished
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Affected Aircraft
Piper Model PA-34-200 (S/N 34-7250001 through 34-7450220), PA-34-200T (S/N 34-7570001 through 34-8170092), and PA-34-220T (S/N 34-8133001 through 34-8633031 and 3433001 through 3433088)
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Retrieved: Apr 8, 2026
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