Updated Articles

  1. SL-259 Piper RPM Restriction Placard

    The RPM restriction placard is no longer necessary and can be removed from above mentioned airplanes.
  2. SL-258 Piper PA-22 Fuel Tank Cap

    To aid in the identification of both types (old vs. new) of fuel tank caps for the Piper PA-22 airplanes, we have provided sketches on the reverse side of this letter.
  3. SL-248 Piper PA-22 Auxiliary Fuel Tank

    This letter announces the approval of the eight gallon auxiliary fuel tank installation in the PA-22 "135" and PA-22 "150" airplanes, serials 22-534 and up.
  4. SL-247 Piper Tail Reinforcement for PA-18 Agricultural Airplanes

    Reinforcing the bottom longeron on PA-18A airplanes to prevent bends caused by certain load conditions or maneuver types.
  5. SL-243 Piper PA-22 Engine Mount

    Inspecting the engine mount to determine if there is any evidence of fatigue cracks in the vicinity of the welds at both the firewall and the engine attachment points.
  6. SL-242A Piper PA-18A Special Air Filter Kits

    Incorporating a new air filter installation which takes carburetor air from the top of the engine cowl instead of the bottom, thereby reducing the amount of sand and dirt that can enter the engine.
  7. SL-241 Piper PA-22 Cigarette Lighter Malfunction

    Solution for cigarette lighter popping out of its socket after becoming fully heated.
  8. SL-233 Piper Fuel Selector Valve

    The new Fuel Selector Valve, part number 11383-04, should be used for all service replacements and all new installations on Piper PA-18, PA-20 and PA-22 airplanes equipped with two wing fuel tanks.
  9. SL-228 Piper Installation of Two Person Safety Belts

    Information concerning the use of safety belts which do not have TSO approval.
  10. SL-223 Piper Engine Support Bushings

    Discussion concerning the useful life of the eight rubber engine support bushings, Lycoming part number 60883.