AD 2016-01-01
Effective 02/17/2016 · Published 01/13/2016
Airworthiness Directives; Piper Aircraft, Inc. Airplanes
Summary
We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Piper Aircraft, Inc. Model PA-46-500TP airplanes. This AD was prompted by a report of the wing upper skin joints being manufactured without sealant, which allows water to enter and stay in sealed, bonded stringers. This AD requires inspecting the upper wing surface for sealant; inspecting the wing stringers for water intrusion; inspecting for deformation…