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.
Airworthiness DirectiveMaintenanceSafety MgmtPiper Aircraft PA-28 (Archer)Piper Aircraft PA-28R (Arrow)Piper Aircraft PA-34 (Seneca)Piper Aircraft PA-44 (Seminole)Piper PA-28-181Piper PA-28R-201Piper PA-34-220TPiper PA-44-180