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AD/PA-38/20 - Radio Support Installation

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What this requires: If you own or operate a Piper PA-38 Tomahawk aircraft with serial numbers between 38-78A0001 and 38-82A0091, you must inspect and modify the radio support installation according to Piper Service Bulletin No. 748.

Why it matters: The manufacturer identified a defect where the radio support installation could physically jam or restrict the flight controls. If undetected, this could prevent the pilot from steering the aircraft properly, creating a serious safety risk.

When you must act: Complete the required work within 25 hours of flying time (time in service) after 29 September 1982. This means you have a limited window of flight hours to comply before the aircraft must be grounded for the repair.

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COMMONWEALTH OF AUSTRALIA (Civil Aviation Regulations 1998), PART 39 - 105 CIVIL AVIATION SAFETY AUTHORITY

SCHEDULE OF AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES

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AD/PA-38/20 Radio Support Installation 11/82

Applicability: All model PA-38 with S/Nos. 38-78A0001 to 38-82A0091. Document: Piper SB No. 748.

Compliance: Within 25 hours time in service after 29 September, 1982.

Background: The manufacturer has reported a condition which if undetected could result in restriction of the flight controls.

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