THE NEW PIPER AIRCRAFT, INC.
PA-32-301FT / 301XTC
MAINTENANCE MANUAL
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Feb 19/04
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2. Engine
Ov
erspeed, Overtemp, Loss of Oil, or Sudden Stoppage
Item Inspection Inspection Interval
 Engine. See latest revisions of appropriate Each occurrence,
Textron-Lycoming Service Bulletins before further flight.
and Overhaul Manual.
 Propeller. Propeller overspeed of more than 10%. Each occurrence,
Refer to latest Hartzell Service Letter. before further flight.
Remove and overhaul before
return to service.
 Engine Mount and Inspect for distortion and Each occurrence,
Attachments. damage. Replace or repair before further flight.
as required.
3. Severe Turbulence, Hard or Overweight Landing
CAUTION: MINOR OR APPARENTLY SUPERFICIAL DAMAGE MAY INDICATE A MORE SEVERE
CONDITION SOMEWHERE ELSE IN THE STRUCTURE.
A. Place aircraft in a normal level attitude.
B. Make a preliminary inspection of checking alignment and out-of-track condition of engine, wings,
tail, landing gear and doors.
C. Follow Piper and Textron-Lycoming Maintenance Manual procedures. If there are any questions
regarding repairs or procedures, contact your Piper Dealer’s Service Advisor (DSA).
D. Inspect the following items closely to determine the extent of damage:
Item Inspection Inspection Interval
 Landing Gear Struts. Cracks, signs of overstress Each occurrence,
(Not required for deformation, loose or damaged before further flight.
severe turbulence.) strut housings. Axles for cracks,
bending or flat spots. Damaged oleos
and seals, hydraulic leaks and landing
gear alignment.
 Wheels, Tires, Brakes. Cracks, chips, loose or cracked Each occurrence,
(Not required for mounting bolts, alignment of slippage before further flight.
severe turbulence.) marks, sidewall distress, hydraulic or
air leaks. Inspect the wheels (dye
penetrant method) and wheel bolts
(magnetic particle method).
 Wheel Wells and Landing Buckling, cracks, overstress, wing skin Each occurrence,
Gear attach points. buckling, and side brace for before further flight.
(Not required for damage and condition. Inspect
severe turbulence.) landing gear attachment bolts
(magnetic particle method).
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