SECTIONS
HANDLING, SERV & MAINT
PA-28-181, ARCHER ID
8.7 AIRPLANE ALTERATIONS
If the owner desires to have his aircraft modified, he must obtain FAA
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approval for the alteration. Major alterations accomplished in accordance with
Advisory C
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c
ular 43. I 3-2, when performed by an A & P mechanic, may be
approved by the local FAA office. Major alterations to the basic airframe or
systems not covered by AC 43. 13-2 require a Supplemental Type Certificate.
The owner or pilot is required to ascerlain that the following Aircraft Papers
are in order and in the aircraft.
(a) To be displayed in the aircraft at all times:
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Aircraft Afrworthiness Certificate Form FAA-8100-2.
(2) Aircraft Registration Certificate Form FAA-8050-3.
(3) Aircraft Radio Station License if transmitters are installed.
(b) To be carried in the aircraft at all times:
(I) Pilot's Operating Handbook.
(2) Weight and Balance data plus a copy of the latest Repair and
Alteration Form FAA-337, if applicable.
(3) Aircraft equipment list.
Although the aircraft and engine logbooks are not required to be in the
aircraft, they should be made available upon request. Logbooks should be
complete and up to date. Good records will reduce maintenance cost by giving
the mechanic information about what has or has not been accomplished .
REPORT: VB-2749
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ISSUED: December 22, 2017
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