EASA Regulations for Piper PA-24

Hartzell Propeller Spinner Assemblies P/N 835-54(P) and P/N 835-58(P) — Potential for Cracking of the Spinner Dome

The FAA Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin SAIB: NE-13-32 informs owners, operators, and repair facilities of Piper PA-24, Piper PA-28R-180, Piper PA-28R-200, and Mooney M20 airplanes (except Mooney M20(J)) equipped with Hartzell Propeller spinner assemblies P/N 835-54(P) and P/N 835-58(P) about the potential for cracking in the spinner dome. This cracking could lead to spinner failure and separation during flight. The bulletin provides safety information but does not mandate regulatory action under 14 CFR part 39.