Piper PA-28-161, Maintenance Manual

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PIPER AIRCRAFT, INC.
PA-28-161, WARRIOR III
MAINTENANCE MANUAL
PAGE 1
Nov 30/06 1E1
5-50-00
UNSCHEDULED MAINTENANCE CHECKS
WARNING: FAILURE TO CONSULT APPLICABLE VENDOR PUBLICATION(S), WHEN SERVICING
OR INSPECTING VENDOR EQUIPMENT INSTALLED IN PIPER AIRCRAFT, MAY
RENDER THE AIRCRAFT UNAIRWORTHY. (SEE INTRODUCTION - SUPPLEMENTARY
PUBLICATIONS.)
The following inspections are required in response to specific anomalies encountered during aircraft
operation. Note that the items listed herein are guidelines based on past operating experience. Each operator
should closely monitor his own unique operating conditions/environment and react accordingly to keep his
aircraft airworthy.
NOTE: A log book entry should be made upon completion of any inspections.
1. Lightning Strike
Item Inspection Inspection Interval
Propeller. Refer to latest Sensenich Repair Manual. Each occurrence,
Recondition prior to return to service. before further flight.
Engine. See latest revisions of appropriate Each occurrence,
Textron-Lycoming Service Bulletins before further flight.
and Overhaul Manual.
Electrical and Avionics Inspect and check harness, connections, Each occurrence,
Systems. and equipment for high voltage damage, before further flight.
burns and insulation degradation.
Replace or overhaul as required.
Consult with appropriate avionics
vendor(s) for inspections and operational
checks. Bench test alternator and
voltage regulator(s) (see 24-30-00).
All exterior surfaces, skins, Inspect for burns, evidence of arcing, Each occurrence,
and structure. and damage on surfaces and bearings. before further flight.
Check for correct material properties in
the area of the strike path. Degauss
engine mount. Replace or repair
affected areas/parts.
System Components. Inspect instrumentation, vacuum, Each occurrence,
pitot/static, and fuel systems, before further flight.
for damage and correct operation.
Static Wicks. Replace. Each occurrence,
before further flight.
Bearings. Inspect all control surface hinges and Each occurrence,
bearings, and landing gear and wheel before further flight.
bearings for pitting and damage.
Replace as required.