EASA SIB CE-17-02
Piper PA-46 Aeroplanes — Alternative Method of Compliance (Optional Terminating Action) for FAA AD 2015-13-09
Summary
The document titled Piper PA-46 Aeroplanes — Alternative Method of Compliance (Optional Terminating Action) for FAA AD 2015-13-09 is a Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) issued by the FAA. It addresses Piper Models PA-46-350P and PA-46-500TP airplanes subject to FAA Airworthiness Directive 2015-13-09 concerning a cabin altitude encoder issue. The bulletin informs operators of an approved alternative method of compliance involving a permanent modification to resolve the issue.
What Changed
This SAIB introduces an optional permanent modification detailed in Piper Service Bulletin 1283A as an alternative method of compliance (AMOC) to FAA AD 2015-13-09. The modification is approved to terminate the repetitive inspection and maintenance actions required by the original AD. This provides a permanent solution to the cabin altitude encoder installation problem that could jam the elevator control.
Why It Matters
This information is important for aviation professionals because it offers a safer, permanent fix to a known pitch control system hazard affecting certain Piper PA-46 models. Incorporating the modification reduces the risk of elevator control jamming and eliminates the need for repetitive AD compliance actions. This benefits operators by improving aircraft safety and potentially reducing maintenance burden and downtime.
What To Do
Owners and operators of Piper PA-46-350P and PA-46-500TP airplanes subject to FAA AD 2015-13-09 should incorporate the permanent modification described in Piper Service Bulletin 1283A. The FAA recommends completing this modification within the compliance time specified in the service bulletin to terminate the repetitive AD actions. For further assistance, stakeholders can contact the FAA aerospace engineer or Piper Aircraft directly.