AD 98-03-16
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Piper Aircraft Inc. | PA-38-112 | Airworthiness Directives; The New Piper Aircraft Corporation Model PA-38-112 Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
Fatigue cracks occurring on the upper rudder hinge bracket, part number 77610-02 or FAA-approved equivalent, could result in separation of the rudder from the airplane and loss of control.
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Required Actions
Replace the upper rudder hinge bracket with part number 77610-03 within the next 100 hours total time-in-service after the effective date or upon 5,000 hours TIS, whichever is later. Thereafter, replace every 5,000 hours TIS in accordance with Piper SB No. 686.
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Compliance Time
Required as indicated in the body of this AD, unless already accomplished. The initial replacement must be done within the next 100 hours total time-in-service after the effective date or upon 5,000 hours TIS, whichever occurs later.
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Affected Aircraft
The New Piper Aircraft Corporation Model PA-38-112 airplanes with serial numbers 38-80A0166 through 38-82A0122.
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Source: Official FAA Source ↗
Retrieved: Apr 8, 2026
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