Piper TOMAHAWK User Manual

(d) Cleaning Windshield and Windows
(1) Remove dirt, mud and other loose particles from exterior
surfaces with clean water.
(2) Wash with mild soap and warm water or with aircraft
plastic cleaner. Use a soft cloth or sponge in a straight back
and forth motion. Do not rub harshly.
(3) Remove oil and grease with a cloth moistened with
kerosene.
CAUTION
Do not use gasoline, alcohol, benzene, carbon
tetrachloride, thinner, acetone, or window
cleaning sprays.
(4) After cleaning plastic surfaces, apply a thin coat of hard
polishing wax. Rub lightly with a soft cloth. Do not use a
circular motion.
(5) A severe scratch or mar in plastic can be removed by
rubbing out the scratch with jeweler’s rouge. Smooth both
sides and apply wax.
(e) Cleaning Headliner, Side Panels and Seats
(1) Clean headliner, side panels, and seats with a stiff bristle
brush, and vacuum where necessary.
(2) Soiled upholstery, except leather, may be cleaned with a
good upholstery cleaner suitable for the material. Carefully
follow the manufacturer’s instructions. Avoid soaking or
harsh rubbing.
CAUTION
Solvent cleaners require adequate ventilation.
(3) Leather should be cleaned with saddle soap or a mild hand
soap and water.
PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION SECTION 8
PA-38-112, TOMAHAWK HANDLING, SERV & MAINT
ISSUED: JANUARY 20, 1978 REPORT: 2126
REVISED: JUNE 6, 1979 8-17
(d) Cleaning Windshield and Windows
(1) Remove dirt, mud and other loose particles from exterior
surfaces with clean water.
(2) Wash with mild soap and warm water or with aircraft
plastic cleaner. Use a soft cloth or sponge in a straight back
and forth motion. Do not rub harshly.
(3) Remove oil and grease with a cloth moistened with
kerosene.
CAUTION
Do not use gasoline, alcohol, benzene, carbon
tetrachloride, thinner, acetone, or window
cleaning sprays.
(4) After cleaning plastic surfaces, apply a thin coat of hard
polishing wax. Rub lightly with a soft cloth. Do not use a
circular motion.
(5) A severe scratch or mar in plastic can be removed by
rubbing out the scratch with jeweler’s rouge. Smooth both
sides and apply wax.
(e) Cleaning Headliner, Side Panels and Seats
(1) Clean headliner, side panels, and seats with a stiff bristle
brush, and vacuum where necessary.
(2) Soiled upholstery, except leather, may be cleaned with a
good upholstery cleaner suitable for the material. Carefully
follow the manufacturer’s instructions. Avoid soaking or
harsh rubbing.
CAUTION
Solvent cleaners require adequate ventilation.
(3) Leather should be cleaned with saddle soap or a mild hand
soap and water.
PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION SECTION 8
PA-38-112, TOMAHAWK HANDLING, SERV & MAINT
ISSUED: JANUARY 20, 1978 REPORT: 2126
REVISED: JUNE 6, 1979 8-17

Piper TOMAHAWK Specifications

General

Manufacturer	Piper Aircraft
Model	PA-38 Tomahawk
Role	Trainer aircraft
First flight	1977
Number built	2, 484
Engine type	Lycoming O-235-L2C
Horsepower	112 hp (84 kW)
Max takeoff weight	1, 670 lb (757 kg)
Wingspan	34 ft 0 in (10.36 m)
Height	9 ft 0 in
Range	500 miles
Rate of Climb	720 ft/min