EASA Regulations for Piper Aircraft PA-34 (Seneca)

4 airworthiness directives and regulations affecting Piper Aircraft PA-34 (Seneca).

EASA AD US-2024-10-04

Wings - Rear Wing Spar Attachment Fitting - Inspection

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2024-10-04 addresses certain Piper Aircraft, Inc. models PA-28-181, PA-28R-201, PA-34-220T, and PA-44-180 airplanes. This directive mandates inspection of the rear wing spar attachment fitting due to a manufacturing defect involving a double-drilled bolt hole, which compromises structural integrity. The AD aims to prevent potential wing separation and loss of control by requiring inspections and corrective actions as necessary.

May 23, 2024

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EASA AD US-2022-09-13

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks — Airworthiness Limitations Section — Amendment

The Federal Register document titled "Time Limits / Maintenance Checks — Airworthiness Limitations Section — Amendment" is a final rule airworthiness directive issued by the FAA for Piper Aircraft, Inc. Model PA-34-200 airplanes. It establishes a life limit for alternate bolts, part numbers 693-215 and NAS6207-50D, that attach the drag link to the nose gear trunnion. This directive addresses a previously unlisted life limit to ensure continued airworthiness and safety of the affected aircraft.

Apr 28, 2022

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EASA SIB AIR-21-10

Forward Wing Spar to Fuselage Attachment Fittings - Visual Inspection

The Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin SAIB: AIR-21-10 is an FAA advisory concerning potential corrosion in the forward wing spar to fuselage attachment fittings on certain Piper Aircraft, Inc. models including PA-28, PA-32, PA-34, and PA-44 series airplanes. It highlights the risk of galvanic corrosion between steel fittings and aluminum spars in areas that may be difficult to inspect visually. This bulletin provides information to owners and operators but does not mandate regulatory action.

Jul 19, 2021

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EASA AD US-2020-24-09

Flight Controls - Rudder Flight Control Cables and the Emergency Power Supply Wiring - Inspection / Replacement

Federal Register Volume 85, Number 231 (December 1, 2020) is a final rule airworthiness directive issued by the FAA addressing certain Piper Aircraft, Inc. Model PA-34-220T airplanes. The directive focuses on inspecting and replacing rudder flight control cables and emergency power supply wiring, and re-routing the wiring harness to prevent damage caused by inadequate clearance. This AD aims to ensure the continued airworthiness and safety of the affected Piper PA-34-220T aircraft.

Dec 2, 2020

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