A-88-152
NTSB Safety Recommendation — Aviation
Recommendation text
THE NTSB RECOMMENDS THAT THE FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION: ISSUE AN ADVISORY IN ADVISORY CIRCULAR NO. 43-16, GENERAL AVIATION AIRWORTHINESS ALERTS, RELATING TO THE EXHAUST SYSTEMS IN PIPER MODELS PA-32RT-300T, PA-32-301T, PA-32R-301T, AND OTHER TURBOCHARGED AIRPLANES, EMPHASIZING THE IMPORTANCE OF PROPER ASSEMBLY OF V-BAND COUPLED JOINTS; CONDITIONS WHICH MAY CAUSE FAILURE OF THE JOINTS AND THE POTENTIAL FIRE HAZARDS ASSOCIATED WITH SUCH FAILURES; AND THE NEED FOR PERIODIC, DETAILED INSPECTION OF THESE JOINTS.
In plain language (FlightFinder summary)
The FAA is asked to issue an advisory in Advisory Circular No. 43-16 on exhaust systems for Piper models PA-32RT-300T, PA-32-301T, PA-32R-301T, and other turbocharged airplanes, stressing proper assembly of V-band coupled joints, causes of joint failure and associated fire hazards, and the importance of periodic detailed inspections.
This plain-language summary is written by FlightFinder to explain the recommendation above. It is not the official wording — the verbatim NTSB text is quoted above.
Details
| Status | Closed - Acceptable Action |
|---|---|
| Mode | Aviation |
| Closed | Feb 28, 1989 |
| NTSB number | MKC88FA005 |
| Addressees | FAA |
External links
NTSB safety recommendations are advisory; addressees are not legally required to adopt them. Source: NTSB CAROL (public domain).