EASA SIB CE-11-11: Piper PA-28, PA-32, and PA-34 - Aileron Hinge Fitting Corrosion | RegNotify

Safety Information BulletinEASA SIB CE-11-11

Piper PA-28, PA-32, and PA-34 - Aileron Hinge Fitting Corrosion

Published: Jan 14, 2011

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What to do

Owners and operators of Piper PA-28, PA-32, and PA-34 aircraft should increase inspection frequency and detail on the aileron hinge fittings as described in the Piper service manuals. If corrosion or damage is found, they should file a Service Difficulty Report with the FAA and proceed with repair or replacement since no allowable damage limits are established. No specific compliance deadline is provided.

Summary

The FAA Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin CE-11-11 provides information regarding potential corrosion on the aileron hinge fittings of Piper PA-28, PA-32, and PA-34 aircraft. This bulletin is informational only and does not mandate any regulatory action but highlights the importance of inspections as outlined in the aircraft service manuals.

What changed

This bulletin introduces awareness of corrosion issues found on the aileron hinge fittings of specific Piper aircraft models and recommends increased inspection focus. It does not impose new regulatory requirements or airworthiness directives but advises operators to follow existing service manual inspection procedures more diligently.

Why it matters

This information is important for aviation professionals because corrosion on control surface hinge fittings can affect flight safety and aircraft structural integrity. Operators and maintenance personnel need to be vigilant in inspecting these areas, especially on older aircraft or those exposed to harsh environments, to prevent potential failures and maintain airworthiness.

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